Stories of Innovation

INNOVATEā„¢ Curitiba

ELECTROLUX GROUP

SHAPING LIVING FOR THE BETTER FOR OVER A CENTURY

Since 1996 in Curitiba, the city is a hub for global innovation in home appliances. Founded in 1919 by Axel Wenner-Gren in Sweden and present in more than 120 countries, Electrolux Group is a global leader in household and professional appliances. For over a century, the company has been dedicated...

INNOVATEĀ® Georgia

ACKERMAN & CO

A BOLD APPROACH TO DEVELOPMENT

Just two miles southwest of Downtown Atlanta is a sprawling collection of buildings formerly known as ā€œWarehouse Row.ā€ In the 1950s and 1960s, the warehouse buildings were developed to serve as a distribution hub for area grocery stores. Today, the buildings have been transformed into something much different. In the...

Global Innovation Spotlight

Business strategies for integrating slotgames into modern digital markets

As of early 2024, slot games account for nearly 70% of digital casino revenue (H2 Gambling Capital). Rapid advances in mobile and cloud tech have forced companies to rethink launches, promotion, and profit models, while a constant flood of new titles keeps operators and studios scrambling to adapt. Today, success...

INNOVATEĀ® Milwaukee

DCI MARKETING

CELEBRATING ITS 80TH ANNIVERSARY IN 2024, DCI MARKETING FOSTERS A CULTURE OF INNOVATION FOCUSED ON SPECIFIC SOLUTIONS FOR FORTUNE 50 COMPANIES, MAJOR RETAILERS AND CONSUMERS.

As American forces crossed the English Channel to liberate France in June 1944, Milwaukee native Lloyd A. Sauer was thinking forward to a post-war era. Sauer purchased a small company called ColorPrint Products Printing and began producing window signage for shoe stores. But it was Cadillac and Harley-Davidson that propelled...

INNOVATION Quebec

BIOQuƩbec

BIOQuƩbec-Your Gateway to the Life Sciences Sector

BIOQuƩbec Your Gateway to the Life Sciences Sector

Through its relationships with organizations in all parts of the life sciences value chain, BIOQuĆ©bec helps you explore new business opportunities and connect with key people in Quebec’s ecosystem. Emmanuelle Toussaint, Executive Director, BIOQuĆ©bec Since 1991, the biotechnology and life sciences association has been promoting this industry’s growth in Quebec....

INNOVATEĀ® New Jersey Vol.2

RUTGERS RESEARCH

Complex societal challenges require innovative solutions that transform and improve lives around the world. As a top 20 public research university with more than 300 research centers and institutions, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, offers a wide variety of programs that drive and support diverse and inclusive research,...

INNOVATEĀ® Milwaukee

AUGUST BROWN

TRANSFORMING INNOVATION INTO MARKET SUCCESS

INSIGHT. INNOVATE. IMPROVE. August Brown has established itself as a trailblazer in Milwaukee’s innovation ecosystem, bridging the often-daunting gap between research and market execution. Founded by Dr. Gordon Nameni and Erik Vickstrom, this boutique agency has become synonymous with strategic excellence and groundbreaking impact. ā€œIt all really started in 2018,ā€...

INNOVATEĀ® Miami

Refresh Miami

Its mission—to educate, inspire, connect and grow South Florida’s tech and startup ecosystem

ELEVATOR PITCHOUR STORYIn 2006, Brian Breslin saw untapped potential in South Florida’s fledgling startup ecosystem and quickly realized there lacked a support system for the tech and startup community. From this idea, Refresh Miami was founded. Its mission: to educate, inspire, connect, and grow South Florida’s tech and startup ecosystem....

INNOVATEĀ® Nashville

AN EXCERPT FROM CLIFF GOLDMACHER'S BOOK THE REASON FOR THE RHYMES

MASTERING THE SEVEN ESSENTIAL SKILLS OF INNOVATION BY LEARNING TO WRITE SONGS

ā€œThe leader of this team has been skeptical all day, they’re pretty much afraid of him and they do whatever he says. Oh, and before this job he was a prison warden for almost twenty years.ā€ That was the last thing my liaison said to me before she introduced me...

Global Innovation Spotlight

Why Automation Testing Matters for Businesses Today

Businesses today rely heavily on software to deliver products, services, and customer experiences. As digital expectations rise, even small defects can lead to lost revenue, damaged reputation, or customer churn. At the same time, release cycles are becoming shorter, leaving less room for error. Automation testing has become essential for...

INNOVATION Quebec

CMC MICROSYSTEMS

ACCELERATING INNOVATION AND RESEARCH

ā€œCMC provides access to leading-edge platforms for innovators to design, prototype, and test their ideas. From early-stage researchers to emerging entrepreneurs, CMC has tools and expertise to accelerate your R&D.ā€ – Gordon Harling, President and CEO, CMC Microsystems CMC Microsystems is a not-for-profit organization accelerating research and innovation in advanced...

INNOVATION Quebec

CQRDA

About the CQRDAAmong the first organizations in Quebec to promote and encourage the transformation of Quebec’s green aluminium, the CQRDA is the intermediary between public research centers and aluminium producers and transformers. With funding from the MinistĆØre de l’Économie, de l’Innovation et de l’Énergie (MEIE), the CQRDA provides financial assistance,...

INNOVATEā„¢ Flanders

DIGITRANS

REVOLUTIONIZING LOGISTICS

REVOLUTIONIZING LOGISTICS DIGITRANS UNVEILS ONE OF THE FIRST AI-POWERED APPLICATIONS FOR THE TRANSPORT SECTOR IN ANTWERP In a world where efficiency is paramount and time is of the essence, the transport and logistics sector stands as a beacon of constant movement and coordination. Amidst this bustling industry, DigiTrans emerges as...

INNOVATEā„¢ Vancouver Vol.2

POCKETPILLS

CANADA'S ONLINE PHARMACY: THROUGH OUR EASY-TO-USE APP AND WEBSITE, YOU CAN FILL PRESCRIPTIONS ONLINE FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR HOME WITH FREE DELIVERY ANYWHERE IN CANADA

OUR MISSIONPocketpills’ mission is to improve accessibility and affordability of prescription medication for Canadians to live healthier lives. OUR GOALPocketpills always puts you at the front of the line! No more waiting, chasing refills, or missing your doses. Medications are delivereddirectly to you in discreet packaging. We even offer same...

SharpSpring

SharpSpring - The company

The company, built in Gainesville, is committed to fueling growth and deepening roots in its hometown

When SharpSpring CEO Rick Carlson gets questions about moving his growing tech company to a larger, more metropolitan city, his answer is always the same. ā€œWe have no plans to go anywhere. The talent coming out of the university is fueling the emergence of a true tech center in Gainesville,...

INNOVATEā„¢ Estonia

DATAVIE

EFFORTLESS GDPR FOR MODERN BUSINESSES

MEET DATAVIE – GO FROM ZERO TO COMPLIANT IN JUST A FEW HOURS In today’s rapidly digitizing world, the burden of data protection compliance often falls on already overstretched employees. Hiring a full-time Data Protection Officer (hereafter referred to as DPO) is a luxury many small and mid-sized businesses either...

INNOVATEĀ® Austin Volume 2

LAUNCH PAD JOB CLUB

LAUNCH PAD JOB CLUB

To Create A Career Networking Community That Provides Professional Resources, Accountability, And Growth For All

COMMUNITY.That is what Launch Pad Job Club offers to the job seeker. We offer a supportive community to bolster the job seeker who may have just been laid off and is experiencing a real ā€œdeer in the headlightsā€ moment. Or maybe that job seeker has been off the job market...

INNOVATEĀ® Georgia

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH GEORGIA (UNG)

UNG STEPS INTO ITS BRIGHT FUTURE

The University of North Georgia (UNG) is uniquely positioned to help shape the future of higher education thanks to its willingness to think outside the box in crafting experiences that will prepare students to serve as leaders in an ever-changing world. UNG does this in three specific ways: Seeing its...

INNOVATION Quebec

CƉRSƉ

CCTT EN RESPONSABILITƉ SOCIALE ET ƉCOCITOYENNETƉ

Le Centre d’étude en responsabilitĆ© sociale et Ć©cocitoyennetĆ© (CƉRSƉ) est un centre de recherche action qui vise Ć  accĆ©lĆ©rer l’innovation sociale responsable dans les organisations et la sociĆ©tĆ© civile en rendant le processus accessible et inclusif. SpĆ©cialisations Approche et positionnementLes services du CƉRSƉ reposent sur des mĆ©thodologies de recherche collaboratives...

INNOVATION Quebec

CRISPESH

CCTT IN THE INCLUSION OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

Our expertiseCreated in 2010, CRISPESH is an applied research and transfer center (CCTT) affiliated with CƩgep du Vieux MontrƩal and Dawson College. We support organizations, communities and society to be more accessible to people with disabilities. Our expertise lies in the educational, professional and social inclusion of people with disabilities,...

Social casinos were designed to be fun, especially for those who want to enjoy their favorite casino games without any pressure. However, players might sometimes feel stuck in a losing streak. While luck remains a crucial factor when it comes to winning at social casinos, it might be that you’ve...

INNOVATEĀ® Washington DMV Edition

BROCCOLI CITY

Mission for a Healthier Tomorrow

Broccoli City is spearheading a transformative movement in the DMV region and nationally. Founded on the principles of impact, innovation, and empowerment, Broccoli City stands as a beacon of change, redefining what it means to be cool and conscious in today’s urban communities. With this organization, founders Brand McEachern and...

Global Innovation Spotlight

The Silent Layer of Innovation:

How Dynamic QR Technology Connects Physical and Digital Worlds

Every few years, a technology quietly shifts from being a simple tool to becoming part of the invisible infrastructure that moves the world forward. QR codes have reached that point not through hype, but through the natural way people now interact with information. What was once a square barcode on...

INNOVATEā„¢ Toronto

AMPLIFY CAPITAL

TARGETING QUANTITATIVE IMPACT OUTCOMES; DELIVERING DOUBLE BOTTOM LINE RETURNS

Amplify Capital is a Canadian-based investment fund that provides early-stage companies long-term equity solutions and strategic support to develop their business to solve challenges affecting our future. Led by veteran private equity executive Kathryn Wortsman, Amplify Capital invests exclusively in impact ventures that demonstrate significant, measurable impact alongside market-rate returns....

INNOVATEā„¢ Curitiba

ELECTROLUX GROUP

SHAPING LIVING FOR THE BETTER FOR OVER A CENTURY

Since 1996 in Curitiba, the city is a hub for global innovation in home appliances. Founded in 1919 by Axel Wenner-Gren in Sweden and present in more than 120 countries, Electrolux Group is a global leader in household and professional appliances. For over a century, the company has been dedicated...

INNOVATEĀ® Georgia

ACKERMAN & CO

A BOLD APPROACH TO DEVELOPMENT

Just two miles southwest of Downtown Atlanta is a sprawling collection of buildings formerly known as ā€œWarehouse Row.ā€ In the 1950s and 1960s, the warehouse buildings were developed to serve as a distribution hub for area grocery stores. Today, the buildings have been transformed into something much different. In the...

Global Innovation Spotlight

Business strategies for integrating slotgames into modern digital markets

As of early 2024, slot games account for nearly 70% of digital casino revenue (H2 Gambling Capital). Rapid advances in mobile and cloud tech have forced companies to rethink launches, promotion, and profit models, while a constant flood of new titles keeps operators and studios scrambling to adapt. Today, success...

INNOVATEĀ® Milwaukee

DCI MARKETING

CELEBRATING ITS 80TH ANNIVERSARY IN 2024, DCI MARKETING FOSTERS A CULTURE OF INNOVATION FOCUSED ON SPECIFIC SOLUTIONS FOR FORTUNE 50 COMPANIES, MAJOR RETAILERS AND CONSUMERS.

As American forces crossed the English Channel to liberate France in June 1944, Milwaukee native Lloyd A. Sauer was thinking forward to a post-war era. Sauer purchased a small company called ColorPrint Products Printing and began producing window signage for shoe stores. But it was Cadillac and Harley-Davidson that propelled...

INNOVATION Quebec

BIOQuƩbec

BIOQuƩbec-Your Gateway to the Life Sciences Sector

BIOQuƩbec Your Gateway to the Life Sciences Sector

Through its relationships with organizations in all parts of the life sciences value chain, BIOQuĆ©bec helps you explore new business opportunities and connect with key people in Quebec’s ecosystem. Emmanuelle Toussaint, Executive Director, BIOQuĆ©bec Since 1991, the biotechnology and life sciences association has been promoting this industry’s growth in Quebec....

INNOVATEĀ® New Jersey Vol.2

RUTGERS RESEARCH

Complex societal challenges require innovative solutions that transform and improve lives around the world. As a top 20 public research university with more than 300 research centers and institutions, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, offers a wide variety of programs that drive and support diverse and inclusive research,...

INNOVATEĀ® Milwaukee

AUGUST BROWN

TRANSFORMING INNOVATION INTO MARKET SUCCESS

INSIGHT. INNOVATE. IMPROVE. August Brown has established itself as a trailblazer in Milwaukee’s innovation ecosystem, bridging the often-daunting gap between research and market execution. Founded by Dr. Gordon Nameni and Erik Vickstrom, this boutique agency has become synonymous with strategic excellence and groundbreaking impact. ā€œIt all really started in 2018,ā€...

INNOVATEĀ® Miami

Refresh Miami

Its mission—to educate, inspire, connect and grow South Florida’s tech and startup ecosystem

ELEVATOR PITCHOUR STORYIn 2006, Brian Breslin saw untapped potential in South Florida’s fledgling startup ecosystem and quickly realized there lacked a support system for the tech and startup community. From this idea, Refresh Miami was founded. Its mission: to educate, inspire, connect, and grow South Florida’s tech and startup ecosystem....

INNOVATEĀ® Nashville

AN EXCERPT FROM CLIFF GOLDMACHER'S BOOK THE REASON FOR THE RHYMES

MASTERING THE SEVEN ESSENTIAL SKILLS OF INNOVATION BY LEARNING TO WRITE SONGS

ā€œThe leader of this team has been skeptical all day, they’re pretty much afraid of him and they do whatever he says. Oh, and before this job he was a prison warden for almost twenty years.ā€ That was the last thing my liaison said to me before she introduced me...

Global Innovation Spotlight

Why Automation Testing Matters for Businesses Today

Businesses today rely heavily on software to deliver products, services, and customer experiences. As digital expectations rise, even small defects can lead to lost revenue, damaged reputation, or customer churn. At the same time, release cycles are becoming shorter, leaving less room for error. Automation testing has become essential for...

INNOVATION Quebec

CMC MICROSYSTEMS

ACCELERATING INNOVATION AND RESEARCH

ā€œCMC provides access to leading-edge platforms for innovators to design, prototype, and test their ideas. From early-stage researchers to emerging entrepreneurs, CMC has tools and expertise to accelerate your R&D.ā€ – Gordon Harling, President and CEO, CMC Microsystems CMC Microsystems is a not-for-profit organization accelerating research and innovation in advanced...

INNOVATION Quebec

CQRDA

About the CQRDAAmong the first organizations in Quebec to promote and encourage the transformation of Quebec’s green aluminium, the CQRDA is the intermediary between public research centers and aluminium producers and transformers. With funding from the MinistĆØre de l’Économie, de l’Innovation et de l’Énergie (MEIE), the CQRDA provides financial assistance,...

INNOVATEā„¢ Flanders

DIGITRANS

REVOLUTIONIZING LOGISTICS

REVOLUTIONIZING LOGISTICS DIGITRANS UNVEILS ONE OF THE FIRST AI-POWERED APPLICATIONS FOR THE TRANSPORT SECTOR IN ANTWERP In a world where efficiency is paramount and time is of the essence, the transport and logistics sector stands as a beacon of constant movement and coordination. Amidst this bustling industry, DigiTrans emerges as...

INNOVATEā„¢ Vancouver Vol.2

POCKETPILLS

CANADA'S ONLINE PHARMACY: THROUGH OUR EASY-TO-USE APP AND WEBSITE, YOU CAN FILL PRESCRIPTIONS ONLINE FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR HOME WITH FREE DELIVERY ANYWHERE IN CANADA

OUR MISSIONPocketpills’ mission is to improve accessibility and affordability of prescription medication for Canadians to live healthier lives. OUR GOALPocketpills always puts you at the front of the line! No more waiting, chasing refills, or missing your doses. Medications are delivereddirectly to you in discreet packaging. We even offer same...

SharpSpring

SharpSpring - The company

The company, built in Gainesville, is committed to fueling growth and deepening roots in its hometown

When SharpSpring CEO Rick Carlson gets questions about moving his growing tech company to a larger, more metropolitan city, his answer is always the same. ā€œWe have no plans to go anywhere. The talent coming out of the university is fueling the emergence of a true tech center in Gainesville,...

INNOVATEā„¢ Estonia

DATAVIE

EFFORTLESS GDPR FOR MODERN BUSINESSES

MEET DATAVIE – GO FROM ZERO TO COMPLIANT IN JUST A FEW HOURS In today’s rapidly digitizing world, the burden of data protection compliance often falls on already overstretched employees. Hiring a full-time Data Protection Officer (hereafter referred to as DPO) is a luxury many small and mid-sized businesses either...

INNOVATEĀ® Austin Volume 2

LAUNCH PAD JOB CLUB

LAUNCH PAD JOB CLUB

To Create A Career Networking Community That Provides Professional Resources, Accountability, And Growth For All

COMMUNITY.That is what Launch Pad Job Club offers to the job seeker. We offer a supportive community to bolster the job seeker who may have just been laid off and is experiencing a real ā€œdeer in the headlightsā€ moment. Or maybe that job seeker has been off the job market...

INNOVATEĀ® Georgia

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH GEORGIA (UNG)

UNG STEPS INTO ITS BRIGHT FUTURE

The University of North Georgia (UNG) is uniquely positioned to help shape the future of higher education thanks to its willingness to think outside the box in crafting experiences that will prepare students to serve as leaders in an ever-changing world. UNG does this in three specific ways: Seeing its...

INNOVATION Quebec

CƉRSƉ

CCTT EN RESPONSABILITƉ SOCIALE ET ƉCOCITOYENNETƉ

Le Centre d’étude en responsabilitĆ© sociale et Ć©cocitoyennetĆ© (CƉRSƉ) est un centre de recherche action qui vise Ć  accĆ©lĆ©rer l’innovation sociale responsable dans les organisations et la sociĆ©tĆ© civile en rendant le processus accessible et inclusif. SpĆ©cialisations Approche et positionnementLes services du CƉRSƉ reposent sur des mĆ©thodologies de recherche collaboratives...

INNOVATION Quebec

CRISPESH

CCTT IN THE INCLUSION OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

Our expertiseCreated in 2010, CRISPESH is an applied research and transfer center (CCTT) affiliated with CƩgep du Vieux MontrƩal and Dawson College. We support organizations, communities and society to be more accessible to people with disabilities. Our expertise lies in the educational, professional and social inclusion of people with disabilities,...

Social casinos were designed to be fun, especially for those who want to enjoy their favorite casino games without any pressure. However, players might sometimes feel stuck in a losing streak. While luck remains a crucial factor when it comes to winning at social casinos, it might be that you’ve...

INNOVATEĀ® Washington DMV Edition

BROCCOLI CITY

Mission for a Healthier Tomorrow

Broccoli City is spearheading a transformative movement in the DMV region and nationally. Founded on the principles of impact, innovation, and empowerment, Broccoli City stands as a beacon of change, redefining what it means to be cool and conscious in today’s urban communities. With this organization, founders Brand McEachern and...

Global Innovation Spotlight

The Silent Layer of Innovation:

How Dynamic QR Technology Connects Physical and Digital Worlds

Every few years, a technology quietly shifts from being a simple tool to becoming part of the invisible infrastructure that moves the world forward. QR codes have reached that point not through hype, but through the natural way people now interact with information. What was once a square barcode on...

INNOVATEā„¢ Toronto

AMPLIFY CAPITAL

TARGETING QUANTITATIVE IMPACT OUTCOMES; DELIVERING DOUBLE BOTTOM LINE RETURNS

Amplify Capital is a Canadian-based investment fund that provides early-stage companies long-term equity solutions and strategic support to develop their business to solve challenges affecting our future. Led by veteran private equity executive Kathryn Wortsman, Amplify Capital invests exclusively in impact ventures that demonstrate significant, measurable impact alongside market-rate returns....

Ecosystems