Workshop 3: Innovation Labs

Organised in collaboration with Mindlab, Denmark

14h30 - 17h15

Ockrent

In recent years a number of countries have been experimenting with the lab concept for policy making; but what value does an innovation lab bring and how can governments make the most of them? This workshop will look at how innovation labs can support innovation. It will draw on the experiences of governments, looking at the different models of labs and the practical considerations when establishing one.

Moderator: Christian Bason, Director of Innovation, Mindlab, Denmark

Brief overview of experiences

• Jo Casebourne, Director, Public and Social Innovation, Nesta
• Jessica Nierenberg, Senior Analyst, Strategic Issues, Government Accountability Office, United States (via videolink)
• Marco Steinberg, Founder, Snowcone & Haystack, formerly Director of Strategic Design and SITRA, Finland
• Andrea Siodmok, Head, Open Policy Lab, Government Innovation Group, Cabinet Office, United Kingdom
• Stephanie Wade, Director, Innovation Lab, Office of Personnel Management, United States