The Art of Contextual Innovation
“Daniel illuminates blind spots and reveals new dimensions. Problems become solvable because you see them differently.”- Marshal Vilotell, Fund Strategist
We help leaders and organizations turn uncertainty into clarity by learning to see what matters. Our programs guide teams in recognizing critical patterns within complex systems, enabling better decisions and longer-term impact.
From short workshops to immersive field experiences, we help organizations apply contextual intelligence to unlock new possibilities hidden in complexity.
Transforming Complexity
2- Day Foundation Program
Transforming Urban Agriculture Policy, MIT, Spurs Fellows
In this hands-on, field-informed studio, strategic innovator Daniel Hewett helps teams address the obstacles of business complexity.
The foundation program teaches teams to see what others miss. By learning to work within a working ecology that identifies weak signals, adapts more quickly, and derives meaning from ambiguity, teams gain the systemic vision necessary for lasting advantage.
Tailored to your organization’s challenges and goals.
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Turn obstacles into scalable growth opportunities
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Surface hidden signals using real-world data and existing resources
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Build market relevance through deep contextual insight
Ideal Participants:
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Executives and innovation teams facing high-stakes decisions
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Entrepreneurs scaling in uncertain markets
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Leaders driving meaningful, long-term change
Outcomes:
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Sharper decision-making in complex, fast-changing environments
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Discovery of overlooked opportunities hidden in context
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Durable, adaptive strategies that hold up under pressure
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Stronger team alignment through shared systemic insight
Format:
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Pre-Studio Strategy Session (Online)
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Two-Day Studio (Seminar + Project-Based Exercises)
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Three Monthly Follow-Up Coaching Sessions
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Three Group Accelerator Meetings
Fee:
Pricing available upon request.
Advanced Program Suite
"Activating Context Studio" - USAid, Washington, DC
For teams ready to embed systemic insight into daily practice.
Following Transforming Complexity, teams can advance their learning through custom-designed pathways:
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Applied Strategy Intensives – Identify patterns. Solve hard problems.
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Contextual Mastery Workshops – Build systemic awareness and foresight.
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Field-Based Learning Studios – Learn in place. Insight through immersion.
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Custom In-House Programs – Bespoke design for embedded change
Each program is tailored to your context, constraints, and opportunities.
Coaching for Lasting Impact
Our coaching deepens the unique power of studio practice—rigorous, reflective, collaborative, and experimental. Leaders personalize insights, pressure-test ideas in real time, and translate fresh perspectives into lasting individual and team habits.
Formats
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Individual & Team Coaching – Tailored guidance + peer exchange
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Implementation Support – Strategy in motion, with real-time feedback.
Offered in 6- and 12-week sequences, coaching extends Transforming Complexity into applied, accountable leadership practice.