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Innovation fuels growth. So why does it still frighten boardrooms?

Innovation drives growth, but many boards still resist backing it. Conor McNicholas, Impact Director at Magnetic, argues that shared language, leadership commitment, and better data can help companies assess innovation more confidently, and turn boardroom tension into measurable growth.








