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A Conversation That Never Happened—But Should Have

How Innovation Ecosystem as-a-Corporate Strategy Defines the $1T+ Threshold A Conversation That Never Happened—But Should HaveHow Innovation Ecosystem as-a-Corporate Strategy Defines the $1T+ Threshold Executive Summary This is not a theoretical essay. It is a strategic dialogue—one that never happened, but should have. Five global leaders convene to articulate a design reality already unfolding: that […]

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WP Tower: A New Global Standard in Educational Ecosystem Design

WP Tower: A New Global Standard in Educational Ecosystem Design Busan, South Korea’s second-largest city and rising innovation hub, recently marked a milestone in the global conversation on education. On that day, I had the privilege of moderating the completion ceremony of WP Tower — the newly unveiled headquarters of WP Education Group, and a […]

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Trump 2.0: D+4Ws

Unpacking the First 39 Fact Sheets of the Trump 2.0 Administration: The Entrepreneurial Presidency and Its Strategic Impact on the U.S. Innovation Ecosystem At NYET – The Think Tank and Powerhouse for Innovation and Entrepreneurship™, we provide elite strategic intelligence for global innovators, decision-makers, and institutions navigating the U.S. and global innovation ecosystems. With 39 […]

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Why the Era of ESG Is Ending

Why the Era of ESG Is Ending How Excessive Reporting and Bureaucratic Overhead Undermined Its Core Purpose By Dr. Young D. Lee, February 2025Principal, NYET (New York Institute of Entrepreneurship and Technology) Executive Summary Over the past decade, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) evolved into the predominant framework for corporate sustainability and responsible investment. Yet, […]

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Decline or Renaissance: Korea Inc. at a Crossroads

Decline or Renaissance: Korea Inc. at a Crossroads The trajectory of economic growth is commonly delineated into three progressive stages: factor-driven, efficiency-driven, and innovation-driven economies. South Korea now stands at a defining juncture, on the precipice of advancing to the final stage, with the potential to reshape its national trajectory through strategic foresight and decisive […]

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Indonesia and ASEAN: Why They Are the ‘Lands of Opportunity’

Indonesia and ASEAN: Why They Are the ‘Lands of Opportunity’ I recently returned from a week-long lecture series at a university in Jakarta. This experience gave me the opportunity to revisit the digital financial innovation ecosystems in major ASEAN countries, which I had thoroughly investigated before the COVID-19 pandemic. Comparing the developments over the past […]

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Global Leadership Diversity: A Strategic Imperative for Market Success

Global Leadership Diversity: A Strategic Imperative for Market Success By Dr. Young D. Lee, Principal, NYETMarch 6, 2024 The pace of change in global business has never been faster. Market shifts driven by technological disruption, geopolitical uncertainty, and evolving consumer expectations demand leaders who can navigate complexity with agility and insight. In this landscape, leadership […]

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Holistic Thinking and Excellence in Innovation: Differentiating Leaders from Followers

Holistic Thinking and Excellence in Innovation: Differentiating Leaders from Followers The synergy between holistic thinking and its corresponding holistic excellence is pivotal in distinguishing leaders from followers within the technological innovation landscape. This comparative analysis scrutinizes the strategies of Apple and Tesla, probing how their holistic methodologies have reinforced their status as pacesetters in innovation. […]

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America’s Innovation Ecosystem: What Sets it Apart?

Innovation and entrepreneurship are pivotal forces, driving regions and countries both economically and socially. But what is the true engine behind this transformative momentum? This exploration aims to unravel the roles local, regional, and national governments play. They catalyze innovators, entrepreneurs, and private companies—the vanguards of innovation—who serve as the bedrock of the innovation ecosystem. […]

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Redefining Corporate Success: The Rise and Influence of the Innovation Ecosystem

“Redefining Corporate Success: The Rise and Influence of the Innovation Ecosystem” Company value is more than just a financial metric. It speaks volumes about their foresight, resilience, and adaptability in a world that’s constantly evolving. Rewind to the early 21st century and General Electric (GE) reigned supreme in the global corporate landscape. Holding the coveted […]