Since its founding in 2017, the Alliance for Southern California Innovation—SoCal’s regional “super-connector”—has been the driving force uniting universities, startups, corporates, and investors across this diverse, world-class innovation hub .
With a mission to ignite breakthroughs by nourishing the rich blend of talent and ideas across Southern California, the Alliance works behind the scenes to bring bold visions to life .
What makes them extraordinary:
- They bridge critical gaps in the ecosystem—making seed-stage startups and founders investment-ready through their SoCal Venture Pipeline and Catalyst Fund .
- They connect pioneering researchers with potential market partners and help universities commercialize cutting-edge projects .
- They build inclusive, diverse innovation communities, ensuring equity fuels growth—with a strong public commitment to DEI .
By rallying institutional investors, government leaders, and entrepreneurial talent under one roof, the Alliance helps elevate Southern California’s regional impact on the global stage .
We’re so proud to have them as our champion—partners shaping the next wave of innovation, fostering equitable opportunity, and pushing forward breakthrough ideas. Their support is vital in bringing INNOVATE® Los Angeles to life, and we celebrate them for championing our creators, builders, and visionaries.
