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Research in Motion

  1. Lunch with Ed

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    Edward Filene – ‘Ed’ as we affectionately call him around here – is the spiritual grandfather of American credit unions. Even though we named a research institute after him, he didn’t respond to our invitation for lunch. So we’re bringing his bust instead.

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  2. Road Trip

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    When your boss suggests you take a one week trip through the upper Midwest in February, there are three thoughts that run through your brain

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  3. Design Inspired Innovation

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    There’s nothing like a blizzard in New York City. Relax. I decided to watch an HBO movie. Did I relax? No. Instead I was inspired.

    I was moved by Temple Grandin and her journey with autism. I was inspired by Grandin’s story about how she invented humane livestock-handling equipment that is widely used today. Grandin says, “She thinks in pictures.” That’s what enables her to see what others can’t.

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