Dream! Hack! Build!

Ann Molin, alongside her esteemed co-authors Love Dager, Carolina Emanuelson, Mustafa Sherif, and Dr. Kristofer Vernmark, have skillfully woven together a systematic exploration of the unique methodology behind citizen-driven innovation through hackathons, complemented by vivid and illustrative examples. One such example is the monumental COP28 hackathon in Dubai, where over 1000 teams from 112 countries came together to engage in collaborative problem-solving.

Drawing from my extensive background in industry and global corporations and having had the privilege of participating in the Build for Earth acceleration program as a lecturer on business planning, I see immense potential for corporations, global companies, universities, schools, and various stakeholders to embrace the Dream! Hack! Build! methodology. This approach not only fosters impactful citizendriven innovation but also provides crucial support towards achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.

As we look to the future, it is clear that the path forward will not be easy, but rather full of obstacles. However, by harnessing the power of citizen-driven innovation, we can create a world that is more sustainable, equitable, and prosperous for all. I commend the authors for their dedication to this important cause and hope that their work will inspire others to join us in the journey towards a brighter future for humanity and the planet we call home.

This book is not only a must-read for innovators but also for visionary business leaders, CEOs, and C-level executives who aspire to be changemakers in their industries.