Innovation coaching

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Innovations shape the future of every organisation—public, private, or non-profit.

I support teams to build a base of trust and embrace diverse perspectives. Jointly, we work to develop shared goals, principles, and a common language. With a clear vision, the right culture, and structured frameworks, innovation can drive real impact.

My focus areas

Guiding teams from ideation to business model with clear frameworks and exercises that help creating the environment where diverse perspectives, trust, and experimentation can thrive.
From internal idea competitions to global programs: I advise on the selection criteria, promotion mechanisms, governance frameworks and other core aspects for a successful and strategic program design.
Bringing innovative projects to scale requires rethinking strategy and organisation. I accompany projects and funds in their journey to scale across new sectors, markets or functional areas, and help to balance a clear strategic focus with flexible adaptation.
With a decade of experience in sustainable development, I advise projects on how to balance the social, environmental or climate impact goals with a sound business model. My specialisation are innovations based on digital technologies.
From design thinking to systemic change approaches: Find the methods that fit your needs.

Recent clients and experiences

"Valentina is a great person to work with for getting from idea to pilot stage for digital ideas: very structured, passionate and supportive!"

Head of Digital Innovation Unit, leading innovation competition for digital business ideas
Green & Digital innovation facility

To strengthen digital and green innovation ecosystems across Africa, the project designs a new funding facility addressing the gap in climate-positive, scalable tech solutions. My role focuses on aligning projects with sustainability goals and advising on digital business models and emerging tech trends.
Alliance for AI-based innovation

Public-private collaboration is key to reap the potentials of Artificial Intelligence technologies in East Africa. To strengthen regional AI capacities, I supported the design of the East African Community (EAC) AI Skills & Innovation Alliance—aimed at fostering cross-border collaboration in research, innovation, and policy. The alliance promotes integration of AI into higher education and stronger academia-industry linkages.