jill stelfox
using innovation and curiosity to create solutions
how do you problem-solve through the lens of curiosity and innovation? what problems get in the way of creating a culture of change? And how can a values-driven operation become both an asset and a liability? an incredible conversation with tech-guru and entrepreneurial powerhouse, Jill Stelfox.
jill is the ceo of panzura and co-ceo of EDGY, a company that helps mid-market companies achieve extraordinary success. jill is also the founder of Graffiti Sports, which bridges the gap between sports and entertainment by powering and taking in-arena music, entertainment and video content to another level. clients include the minnesota vikings, ice cube, eminem/stockX, kendrick lamar, kevin durant, clayton kershaw, oscar de la hoya, kobe bryant, jimmy kimmel, mark cuban and many more.
in today's curious minds with dr. l episode, jill shares her valuable wisdom on developing innovative teams, leading with values, and the importance of curiosity in a problem-solving think tank. she and i unpack what is so important about asking critical questions that explore a line of inquiry and wonder. it's an incredible discussion with a powerful and vulnerable woman, and you won’t want to miss it!
our curious journey:
5:08 - entering the field of tech without a tech background.
7:00 - how to show up and not be the smartest person in the room.
8:12 - jill’s two favorite questions.
9:34 - the process of creating solutions.
13:15 - critical elements of an innovative team.
16:55 - why innovation trumps nostalgia.
18:35 - the importance of change.
25:15 - how change influences innovation.
30:15 - how does values-driven leadership work.
35:30 - why being a woman in sports tech matters.
43:00 - human declaration quiz
45:20 - closing curiosities
for more on jill:
website: www.edgy.bz and www.panzura.com
