Roland Harwood

Roland Harwood is a renowned innovator, connector, and community builder. With a Ph.D. in Physics, he has held several leadership roles in the public and private sectors, developing strategic initiatives for startups and established organizations alike. A failed astronaut, an occasional composer of TV and film music for Sony, and a proud father of three, Roland has an insatiable passion for innovation, open-mindedness, and collaboration.

Roland is the founder of Liminal, a collective intelligence community focused on addressing complex and collaborative challenges. He has worked with leading organizations such as the United Nations Development Programme, Nesta, and the Wellcome Trust. He also leads IOVIA’s European operations to deliver community participation experiences for big brands such as LEGO, IKEA, and Unilever.

Roland Harwood is also a visiting lecturer at the Royal College of Art, Birkbeck University, and Ravensbourne. He hosts the On The Edge podcast and has served on numerous boards and advisory committees, including the Participatory Cities Foundation, Holis, and Upstart. He is a fellow of The RSA (Royal Society for Arts, Manufactures, and Commerce) and a mentor for startups through Techstars and Bethnal Green Ventures.

To summarize, Roland Harwood is a prominent innovator, community builder, and strategist with extensive experience in the public and private sectors. He has founded a collective intelligence community, delivered community participation experiences for top brands, and served on several boards and advisory committees while mentoring startups.