During the past few weeks, I have been fascinated to study some of the ways in which Europe is lagging in growth, as documented in the influential Draghi Report on European Competitiveness, while simultaneously leading the world in other indicators such as longevity, reduction of carbon footprint, and reducing income inequality.

It was fascinating to talk with some of the leaders of institutions in Spain, which I used as an example of how European countries try to preserve their legacy of culture while moving forward thoughtfully into the future. An interview with Ivan Bofarull, the Chief Innovation Officer of the Spanish Business School Esade, gives a new take on disruption innovation based on synthesis. The piece is available here on Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bryanpenprase/2024/10/01/educating-for-europes-unique-style-of-economic-growth/