DataPalooza 2022

Appendix: Innovation Tool Templates

Agenda for Kick-Off Innovation Hour Meeting (60 min)

1. Welcome

a. Discuss: Why are we doing Innovation Hour? b. Discuss: What’s in it for Me? (WIIFM)

2. Purpose a. Discuss: What do we want to accomplish through Innovation Hour? b. Develop: Innovation Hour purpose statement c. Tip: Post purpose statement in a shared Innovation Hour folder or workspace 3. Ground Rules a. Discuss: Ground rules to govern each Innovation Hour session b. Tip: Post ground rules in a shared Innovation Hour folder or workspace 4. Meeting Frequency a. Discuss: How often, when, and where you all plan to meet b. Tip: Schedule Innovation Hour as a reoccurring meeting – same time, same place 5. Brainstorm a. Discuss: What topics/problems would your group like to discuss in future Innovation Hours? (Be sure to identify the topic of the first Innovation Hour) b. Tip: Create an ongoing list of ideas where anyone can add to it c. Tip: Once a topic schedule is identified, leverage a planning tool (e.g., Microsoft Planner) to remind folks of when it’s their turn to host an Innovation Hour 6. Next Steps a. What happens now? b. Follow-up: Send meeting invites and the location of the shared folder/workspace

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