Idris Mootee, CEO of Idea Couture Inc., gave a lecture at the Ivey School of Business on global strategy and innovation. He discussed how the world is becoming increasingly hyper-connected and how industries are converging. He argued that companies must think globally to find growth opportunities, noting that emerging markets like China and India present enormous potential customers and talent. However, companies must understand local needs and adapt locally to succeed globally. Mootee suggested companies pursue a balanced approach of global integration and local responsiveness in their strategies.