POWERING THE INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM
The Alan B. Levan | NSU Broward Center of Innovation (Levan Center of Innovation) is revolutionizing South Florida’s innovation landscape as a dynamic public-private partnership between Nova Southeastern University (NSU) and Broward County. Fostering entrepreneurship, technology, and economic growth, it bridges the gap between ideation and successful business expansion.
Since its launch in September 2022, the Levan Center of Innovation has:
- Launched 100+ companies
- Supported 200+ founders
- Facilitated over $6 million in investments
- Created 500 jobs
- Hosted 450+ events, including South Florida Innovation Day, South Florida Space Day, and the Orbit Awards—drawing over 10,000 participants
A nexus for startups and early-stage businesses, the Levan Center of Innovation offers the “Founder’s Journey” program. This four-pillar framework—Ideate, Incubate, Accelerate, and Post-Accelerate—guides entrepreneurs from an idea to global expansion.
Equipped with incubator and accelerator programs, coworking spaces, technology certifications, and expert mentorship, startups are empowered at every stage. The following play a pivotal role in supporting innovation and addressing complex industry challenges: The Cybersecurity Range provides a secure, simulated environment for cybersecurity training, testing, and development. This military-grade facility equips startups, businesses, and professionals with the tools to hone their cyberdefense skills, develop advanced security protocols, and respond effectively to evolving cyberthreats in real-world scenarios.
The Volumetric Capture Studio, developed in partnership with Sony and GeniusXR, is a game-changer in immersive content creation. One of only two community-accessible facilities of its kind in North America, itis equipped with 75 ultra-compact 4K cameras and 70 precision lighting panels.
It supports a range of applications in entertainment, education, healthcare, and retail, enabling the creation of lifelike digital twins, enhancing training programs, and revolutionizing how industries engage with their audiences.
The AI Digital Cities Lab, powered by Dell Technologies, is a hub for cutting-edge research and development in machine learning, robotics, autonomous technologies, and smart city solutions. Featuring advanced computational resources and high-performance computing infrastructure, the lab empowers entrepreneurs and innovators to create transformative technologies that solve critical urban challenges.
The Levan Center of Innovation provides entrepreneurs with access to a network of investors, service providers, and industry leaders. The Launch Pad area simplifies back-office operations, while specialized programs and workshops provide critical skills for scaling businesses. Charter Fellow memberships connect innovators with South Florida’s top economic and technological minds.
The Levan Center of Innovation provides unparalleled resources, fostering collaboration, and driving economic growth solidifies the region’s position as a global leader in entrepreneurship, emerging technologies, and Innovation.
