8/1 - Academia Meets Innovators

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RECAP

- Dr. Malcolm Jones was born in Atlanta and is a first-generation student of Liberian parents. He attended boarding school starting in the 6th grade, which was a transformative experience that allowed him to be his authentic self.

- Initially, Dr. Jones was on track to become an orthopedic surgeon, but after suffering a coma, decided to switch his focus to research.

- He double-majored in visual arts, positioning himself at the intersection of technology and the arts.

- Dr. Jones graduated from USC, and made history as the first Black graduate in 2023.

- After his graduate studies, he joined the Iovine and Young Academy.

- Dr. Jones was instrumental in designing the academy to be a hub for learning technology, design, and business, bridging the gap between technology and innovation. The academy's lessons are paired with real-life, actionable challenges.

- Recently, Nike approached the academy for help in identifying ways to highlight women’s sports around the Olympics.

- Together with his students, Dr. Jones brainstormed and developed solutions for Nike, emphasizing the importance of not merely adapting men's items for women but creating unique highlights for women's sports.

- According to Dr. Jones, a successful project involves thorough research and presenting it in a manner that captures the audience's attention.

- He founded and directs the Flight Lab, where he applies biomechanic and physiological knowledge to aid Jumpman enthusiasts and athletes.

- Dr. Jones sees a significant gap between academia and the arts, noting that there's little crossover, which can hinder growth and innovation.

- He points out that academics typically only communicate with other academics, and creatives do the same within their circles.

- The Iovine and Young Academy strives to support individuals with innovative ideas, much like Galileo and Nikola Tesla, who were unfortunately not recognized for their contributions until after their death.

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Julie Pilat - CGO, FYI

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Gina Howard - Designer

Avatar OFTN - Artist

Adrienne Riley - Voice Actor & Entreprenuer

Shell Amega - Mandala Diva

Mel Hanks - Nutritionist

Karmen Huerta - Podcast Host / Producer

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Kai Lin Bacon - Student | LMU

Kristin Juel - Founder | Juel Concepts

LaTanya - School Psy. & Entreprenuer

CocoŸano - Artist

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Anis Taylor - Producer

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Nereya Otieno - Co-Founder | Rising Artists Foundation

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Courney LeMarco - TV / Film Exec.

Aly-Slay - Artist

Max Brown - Producer & Student

Eric Espanoza - Badass

Master Sterling - Director

Stefanie Henning - Associate VP @ Berklee Career Center

Karen Hefler - SVP @ RCA Records

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