Jacqueline Davidson
Programme Director, Aerospace Xelerated; Principal, Global Accelerators & Innovation Programs, Boeing
Jacqueline is a dynamic and driven professional with 10 years of experience in corporate finance, global project management, and strategy development. Jacqueline is particularly skilled at leading diverse teams through complex problems in order to deliver innovative solutions in the form of either robust new products or services. Currently, she manages a portfolio of 40 companies ranging in geographies, maturity, and technology sector. Professionally, Jacqueline has held a range of aerospace roles from working in the Defense, Commercial, and Services spaces supporting stakeholders both inside and outside of Boeing through her position in Boeing’s leadership rotational program. Having a strong global mindset, Jacqueline has taken immense strides to develop herself as a leader for greater diversity and acceptance of cultural differences in her professional and educational experiences.
Jacqueline’s credentials include both a B.S. in International Business and Finance and M.B.A / Masters of International Business. When she’s not helping startups scale their businesses, you can find Jacqueline travelling, painting, wood working, or exploring a new adrenaline crazed hobby.
SPEAKER SESSIONS
14 November 2023 | 11:20 - 11:35 | Joint Presentation: Shifting Trends in Corporate Innovation: How Aerospace Xelerated is Shaping the Future of Aerospace
The Boeing Global Accelerators & Innovation team will reflect on 4 years spent working with startups to shape the future of aerospace, as well as discussing shifting attitudes and approaches to the role of corporate innovation. Join us to be the first to hear an announcement on the exciting new direction that the programme is taking and the opportunities this creates for partners and participants!
16 November 2023 | 12:00 - 12:30 | Panel: Building Collaborative Cultures: The Role of Intrapreneurs in Corporate Innovation
This panel delves into the dynamic world of corporate innovation and the vital role of innovative individuals within established organizations. Throughout the discussion, experienced entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs will share their collaboration stories, challenges, and strategies for building collaborations, driving change, and navigating corporate landscapes to bring ground-breaking startup ideas to fruition through partnerships. Attendees will gain valuable insights into how startups, intrapreneurs and investors can work together to challenge the status quo, initiate positive disruptions, and champion transformative innovations. Moreover, we will discuss how startups can identify these champions and why cross-sector collaborations are key to driving innovation from within organizations.