AI-enabled corporate innovation and intrapreneurship programs for multinational companies operating in Europe
Prof. Dana T. Redford, PhD
Senior Fellow, UC Berkeley Institute of European Studies
Board Member, American Chamber of Commerce in Portugal
I help organizations build internal innovation capacity through evidence-based programs that combine strategic thinking, AI fluency, and practical application. My work spans traditional capital-intensive sectors—energy, materials, manufacturing, infrastructure—as well as technology and professional services firms navigating transformation.
Strategic AI fluency programs for leadership teams navigating technological change. Focus on organizational readiness, not technical training.
Building entrepreneurial capabilities within established organizations. Creating systems and mindsets that enable sustained innovation.
Building bridges across generational divides and unlocking the strategic potential of emerging talent through evidence-based approaches.
I bring world-class credentials and global experience to organizations based in or operating across Europe.
Senior Fellow at UC Berkeley, Advisory Board Member for EIT Deep Tech Talent Initiative, Master Trainer for UNDP and UNIDO. I work with leading international organizations on innovation and entrepreneurship.
Rigorous research methodology combined with practical wisdom. Published author on entrepreneurial universities and innovation ecosystems. Every program is grounded in evidence, not fads.
Deep expertise in AI-enabled intrapreneurship, design thinking, systems thinking, and entrepreneurial culture transformation. I understand how large organizations navigate change.
Programs are fully customized to your organizational context. Hands-on, not theoretical. Focused on immediate business impact and measurable outcomes. I have designed and delivered innovation capability programs for capital-intensive and regulated industries across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.
I help multinational companies build innovation capacity from within. My work combines world-class expertise in entrepreneurship and innovation with practical AI applications and evidence-based methods—enabling organizations to navigate digital transformation, build intrapreneurial culture, and engage the next generation of talent.
As a Senior Fellow at UC Berkeley's Institute of European Studies and Board Member of the American Chamber of Commerce in Portugal, I bridge academic research, corporate practice, and policy implementation. Based in Lisbon for over a decade, I bring a unique combination: native English speaker in the Portuguese market, bilingual program delivery (English/Portuguese), and deep networks across American and European business communities.
My approach emphasizes evidence-based methods grounded in both academic research and hands-on implementation across 20+ countries. Whether designing strategic AI workshops for capital-intensive industries, facilitating executive retreats, or developing intrapreneurship programs, I focus on sustainable capability building rather than quick fixes.
Corporate innovation often fails because it relies on generic frameworks disconnected from organizational reality. I take a different approach: evidence-based programs that are fully customized to your context, grounded in rigorous research, and focused on measurable outcomes.
My methodology draws on academic rigor and practical experience across diverse industries and geographies. I've worked with organizations navigating everything from digital transformation to intrapreneurial culture building—always with a focus on sustainable capability development.
Understanding your specific challenges, organizational context, and goals. Identifying existing capabilities and gaps.
Tailoring programs to your needs, drawing on proven frameworks while ensuring relevance to your business reality.
Interactive, hands-on learning with real business applications. Cohort-based collaboration and peer learning.
Action planning for immediate impact. Measurement and ROI tracking. Ongoing support options available.
Let's explore how we can work together to build innovation capacity in your organization.
Align on challenges and context
Co-designed, context-specific engagement
Implementation and ongoing advisory support
I primarily work with mid-to-large multinational companies (500+ employees) across diverse industries.
Building innovation culture at scale and developing internal entrepreneurial capabilities.
Navigating digital and green transitions while maintaining operational excellence.
Adapting to fintech disruption and regulatory change through innovation capacity building.
Programs are scoped based on objectives, scale, and duration. Most engagements fall within standard executive education benchmarks for customized corporate programs. Contact me for a detailed proposal tailored to your organization's needs.
Most programs are 1-3 days delivered over several weeks. Executive briefings are 3 hours. Multi-session formats (3-4 sessions over 4-6 weeks) allow for deeper learning and between-session application.
Yes, programs can be delivered in-person, virtually, or in a hybrid format depending on your needs and preferences.
Yes, I work across Europe, Middle East, Africa, and beyond. I'm based in Lisbon but travel for engagements globally.
Programs are delivered in English or Portuguese depending on your needs. Materials can be provided in either language.
Let's start a conversation about your organization's innovation challenges and strategic priorities.
Based in Lisbon, working globally. I welcome conversations about innovation challenges facing multinational organizations operating in Europe and beyond.