Bridging the Gap: Academia to Industry, Part 1

In the first episode of AMS Illuminations, Brad D. Carlson, Ph.D., President of AMS, and Obinna Obilo, Ph.D., Senior Strategist, Innovation & Strategy, Nestle, discuss 

Welcome to the debut episode of AMS Illuminations, brought to you by the Academy of Marketing Science. In this episode, guests Obinna Obilo, Ph.D., Senior Strategist, Innovation & Strategy, Nestle, and Brad D. Carlson, Ph.D., President of AMS, provide insights into the gap between academia and industry, exploring how academic research can be adapted to drive practical business solutions.

Dive into a compelling discussion on the vital connections and sometimes wide gaps between marketing theory and its real-world applications. Obi, a former marketing professor turned innovation strategist, and Brad, a current professor, offer valuable perspectives on enhancing the relevance of research in the business environment and the critical role of communication and feedback in both domains.

Tune in to learn how to better align academic pursuits with industry demands, making your work not only insightful but also immediately applicable.

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