Rick Kupchella

Rick Kupchella

I thrive on helping major global brands better understand the accelerating pace of innovation and what is required to thrive in today’s markets.After years as an Emmy award-winning investigative reporter and television news anchor in the Twin Cities with stints in New York and Washington DC. I'm now a serial-entrepreneur in news, content marketing, and strategy businesses – combining investigative journalists, digital strategists and senior business and marketing leaders help businesses drive revenue and influence.Among other topics, I speak on the future of media, news consumption, and the changing landscapes of marketing and innovation. I believe the greatest business results will be achieved by those who figure out how to. Be The Media.Fun Facts- I'm passionate about the environment and humanitarian relief efforts. I serve as a Board Member of The Nature Conservancy, in the Upper Midwest, Former Chairman of the Board for Smile Network International, and Past President of The Minnesota Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists.I authored two children’s books, including one with Former Chief Justice of the US Supreme Court, Sandra Day O’Connor, America’s first woman in space, Sally Ride and Olympic superstar Jackie Joyner Kersee.

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The Accelerating Pace of Innovation - Why it's Happening and What Must Be True to Succeed