We are FFWD
FFWD is Kearney’s dedicated business model innovation unit, working with companies across the globe to build new businesses and assets with a venture mindset. We collaborate with clients and an extensive ecosystem of innovation partners and tap into deep-rooted Kearney operations know-how to co-design, build, and test tech-driven solutions and execution capabilities. Our goal is to help organizations reimagine their R&D functions, maximize investment returns, accelerate growth, and shape new areas of value creation.
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Meet the change-makers
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Michael Roemer |
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Lee Brailey |
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Judith Alt |
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Sebastian Drescher |
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Kim Veloso |
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Marco Locatelli |
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Faisal Siddiqi |
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David Meszaros |

Michael Roemer
FFWD Founder & Kearney Partner
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Lee Brailey
FFWD Co-Founder & Market Listener
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Judith Alt
FFWD Venture Advisor
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Sebastian Drescher
FFWD Partner
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Kim Veloso
FFWD Startup community manager
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Marco Locatelli
FFWD Corporate Venturing Strategist
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Faisal Siddiqi
FFWD Chief Technology Officer
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David Meszaros
FFWD Growth Strategist
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