About Us

About us

We were born in Switzerland. Just like the Web.

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The International Institute for Innovation was founded with the objective of sharing the world’s knowledge and best practices on innovation. This includes deepening our understanding of the nature of innovation, creating environments and policies that help innovation to flourish, creating tools and leveraging technology to help us innovate, and spreading skills and expertise globally on innovations in the practice of innovation.

About Robert Shaw, CEO and Founder

Robert Shaw has extensive international experience as a digital strategist and innovator with wide-ranging experience bridging the information technology, communications and Internet industries. His current activities are focused on the intersection of creativity, design, innovation and entrepreneurship. As CEO and Founder of the International Institute for Innovation, he is passionate about advancing the practice of innovation whether at an individual, team or organizational level.

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What we do

CONSULTING

We believe that design-driven innovation is the best way for any organization to create and deliver great products, services and experiences. Find out about our approach.

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EVENTS & TRAINING

We are part of a community that’s keen on advancing the world’s knowledge and best practices in innovation. Find out about our upcoming events and training opportunities.

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IDEAS

We like staying on the cutting edge of innovation and working with thought leaders. Read our latest ideas and news, check out our favorite quotations and innovation resources.

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What our clients say about us

  • “I enjoyed today’s workshop as I could share lots of great ideas about innovation with lots of young people.”
    Minji KwakSouth Korea
  • “It was a pleasure to be here and have the opportunity to engage in such a constructive discussion with other young people.”
    Carla Cairos Da Silva
  • “Thank you for giving us this platform to express ourselves and contribute to global decision-making.”
    Malacci OhrtGhana
  • “Thank you...for the fun!!! Hope to participate more!!!!”
    Raquel MendesBrazil
  • “It’s practical discussions and brainstorming. I hope that would happen to change the world one day! Thank you.”
    Meiling SuChina
  • “A superb event of co-creation & using our beautiful organs of intelligence. Excellent organisation & planning. Thank you & enjoy.”
    Nicola LazzariItaly
  • “Young people need to be empowered and included in the decision making process. This workshop is an opportunity to hear the voice of young people.”
    Owaseye OluwaseyiNigeria
  • “This was a great way to share thoughts and points of view and get ideas flowing. Thanks a lot!”
    Edda MontesMexico
  • “Enjoyed everyone coming together to share ideas!”
    Tshala GordonUSA
  • “I appreciate that you gave us the opportunity to share ideas on the UN's new Millennium Development Goals.”
    Ricardo Sanchez TorresMexico
  • “Opportunity. Sharing. Contribution.”
    Deepak MathewsIndia/Switzerland
  • “A great opportunity to address issues that I deeply care about. Thank you!”
    Nicolas HeidrichSwitzerland/USA/Germany
  • “Thank you for giving us the opportunity to take part in this platform. We’re glad to contribute to world development.”
    Nassine IbikounleBenin
  • “Inspiring. Good ideas.”
    Alexis BourgeoisSwitzerland
  • “Loved meeting & sharing ideas with talented young people. Thank you for the opportunity to get involved!”
    Ashley LeeCanada
  • “Wonderful youth day!”
    Elemida ShkarpaAlbania
  • “Great opportunity for networking, sharing ideas and contributing.”
    Katrin RiesnerGermany
  • “It was refreshing and inspiring to share a day with such bright minds! Thank you for making it possible! WOW!”
    Lorrayre PorciunculaBrazil
  • “It’s a very lively environment to share ideas and be creative without stress.”
    Claudio RosaItaly
  • “It was an awesome summit!”
    Paulina PlotkeMoscow, Russia
  • “I loved to learn and share my ideas with other amazing young people.”
    Gaëtan NoverrazSwitzerland
  • “Challenge: acknowledging the limitations of current processes and thinking outside-of-the-box for and with those outside this room.”
    Roxana RaduRomania
  • “4 words for feedback: passion, creativity, sharing, future! Thanks a lot.”
    Benoit MartinettiSwitzerland
  • “I want to congratulate you for putting together this event and for giving us a space in which to exchange ideas. Thank you! Gracias!”
    Carlos CruzSpain
  • “Fun & inspiring day! Lots of great ideas!”
    Laura KangasFinland
  • “Wonderful experience exchanging ideas and sharing knowledge in shaping the world we live in with people from all over the world!”
    Anita SandanaIndia/Vietnam