The Innovation Room
The Innovation Room
Geeks
If you're a business leader, a change champion, or someone who wants to feel a little closer to how digital transformation is changing the world put your smartphone aside, sit back, and indulge in the world of software. The world of endless possibilities. Welcome to The Innovation Room by Geeks Ltd.
Ep 66: AI and cross-cultural trust in global business with Gary Young
Send us Fan Mail Global supply chains are under immense pressure. Rising geopolitical tensions and volatile shipping costs mean the traditional model of making goods overseas and shipping them globally is no longer a safe bet. How can your business adapt and protect its margins? The secret lies in combining cutting-edge artificial intelligence with genuine human trust. In our latest episode of The Innovation Room, Geeks Ltd CEO Lindsay Jessup sits down with Gary Young, CEO of Avela Group. Tog...
Mar 5
34 min
Ep 65: Christmas Special, 2025 Wrap-up
Send us Fan Mail We put our reputation on the line and asked an AI to grade our 2025 predictions. The result? A solid A. But we aren't resting on our laurels. In this festive special of The Innovation Room, the Geeks senior leadership team looks ahead to what 2026 holds for business leaders. We explore why modular neural networks will change how we update systems, why AI agents are becoming the new digital operations layer, and why human-centric AI literacy is the investment you can't afford ...
Dec 19, 2025
33 min
Ep 64: AI is exposing Zombie Businesses: A wake-up call for leaders
Send us Fan Mail Some businesses are scaling with AI. Others are just… surviving. In this episode of #TheInnovationRoom, Lindsay Jessup sits down with Matt Bennett to uncover the warning signs of a zombie business — and what today’s leaders must do to avoid becoming one. From AI bans to leadership denial, they explore: - Why some companies are sleepwalking into irrelevance - How AI is accelerating the productivity divide - What practical steps can leaders take to stay ahea...
Sep 16, 2025
39 min
Ep 63: Navigating the Chaotic Landscape of AI Implementation
Send us Fan Mail AI is reshaping business at lightning speed, but the journey’s not without some twists, turns, and team tensions. In Episode 63 of #TheInnovationRoom, "Navigating the Chaotic Landscape of AI Implementation," Lindsay Jessup, CEO, and Dehan Matthee, Director of Operations at Geeks, break down how to turn AI’s wild ride into a strategic win. Dehan shares battle-tested insights on aligning teams, building an AI strategy that sticks, and keeping humans front and center. From tack...
Apr 1, 2025
32 min
Ep 62: How to practically and scalably uncover high-impact AI opportunities
Send us Fan Mail Struggling to know where AI fits in your business? You’re not alone. CEOs and leaders everywhere are under pressure to invest in AI, but where to start and how, is the main challenge for many. In Episode 62 of #TheInnovationRoom, "How to Practically and Scalably Uncover High-Impact AI Opportunities," Lindsay Jessup sits down with Lauren King, Head of Product Design at Geeks, to share a proven, data-driven approach to AI success. Drawing from real-world wins, like the ...
Mar 18, 2025
29 min
Ep 61: Where AI Meets Advisory for Global Expansion with Andrew Fahey
Send us Fan Mail 🎧 AI meets advisory: The secret sauce for global expansion What happens when cutting-edge tech meets expert advice? The result is a smarter, faster way to scale your business across borders. In Episode 61 of The Innovation Room, titled "Where AI Meets Advisory for Global Expansion", Andrew Fahey, CEO of Briars Group, joins Lindsay Jessup, CEO of Geeks, to explore how AI is transforming global growth strategies. Discover how AI delivers real-time insights, automates complex...
Jan 28, 2025
31 min
Ep 60: Christmas Special, 2024 Wrap-up
Send us Fan Mail What did 2024 teach us about AI, and what does 2025 hold in store? In this festive episode of The Innovation Room, Geeks' senior leadership team Lindsay Jessup, Matt Mehrjardi, and Dehan Matthee discuss their biggest takeaways from 2024 AI advancements and share what excites them most about the future. From small wins to transformative shifts, hear their reflections while they attempt the ultimate festive challenge: building a gingerbread house! Don’t miss this fun a...
Dec 18, 2024
32 min
Ep 59: The Future of Leadership with AI, A Paradigm Shift
Send us Fan Mail What does it mean to create a business that truly serves society? In this episode of The Innovation Room, Sarah Gillard, CEO of Blueprint for Better Business, challenges us to think beyond profit metrics and explore purpose-driven leadership. Her insights on redefining success in an AI-driven world will make you rethink how businesses can lead societal change. Through this thought-provoking conversation, Sarah and Somayeh discuss the transition from traditional financial goa...
Dec 12, 2024
57 min
Ep 58: Preparing for AI in Action Part 2: The AI Adoption Framework
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Lindsay Jessup, CEO of Geeks, speaks with CTO Matt Mehrjardi about the Geeks AI Adoption Framework, which delivers sustainable and strategic AI adoption. From understanding your data readiness to aligning AI with your North Star goals, Matt shares insights on how to avoid AI adoption missteps and turn innovation into lasting value. Listen now to see how businesses can leverage the Geeks AI Adoption Framework for smarter, more agile AI strategies.
Nov 12, 2024
39 min
Ep 57: Preparing for AI in Action Part 1: When to Take Action with AI and When to Hold Fire
Send us Fan Mail When should you take action with AI, and when should you hold back? In Episode 57 of The Innovation Room, “Preparing for AI in Action Part 1: When to Take Action with AI and When to Hold Fire,” Matt Mehrjardi, CTO of Geeks, joins Lindsay Jessup, CEO of Geeks, to explore one of the most critical challenges businesses face today: deciding when to adopt AI and when to wait. They discuss practical insights, including how to assess if your organisation is ready for AI, the ...
Oct 21, 2024
27 min
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