Stories of Innovation
INNOVATEĀ® Chicago Vol.1
SAFE STAYS BY RELOSHARE
Changing the Game for Emergency Housing by Providing Anonymous Hotel Bookings for Social Service Agencies
According to the National Network to End Domestic Violenceās 2021 DV Counts Report, agencies were unable to provide emergency shelter to 1,982 adults and 1,184 children nationwide in just one day. Annualized, thatās 723,430 adults and 432,160 children who are left without access to emergency domestic violence shelters each year....
INNOVATEĀ® Utah
Dishwasher Repair in Denver: What You Need to Know Dishwashers are invaluable kitchen appliances that save time and effort by automating the dishwashing process. However, like all appliances, they can encounter problems over time. In Denver, where the climate and altitude can influence appliance performance, understanding common dishwasher issues and...
INNOVATEĀ® Chicago Vol.1
LOGGERHEAD TOOLS
Award-Winning American Innovation
LoggerHead Toolsā mission is to create innovative hand tools manufactured in America. The companyās flagship product is the Bionic Wrenchā¢, a tool that combines the convenience of pliers with the performance of a wrench. The company launched the Bionic Wrench at the National Hardware Show in 2005 and has since...
INNOVATEĀ® Nashville
Vanderbilt University
Innovation at Vanderbilt
An R1 research institution, Vanderbilt University is known for pathbreaking research, advancing discoveries and fueling breakthroughs across multiple disciplines. With more than $1 billion in annual research expenditures, Vanderbilt fosters cross-disciplinary collaboration with global impact. But Vanderbilt isnāt just a research university, itās a powerful economic engine that turns ideas...
INNOVATE⢠Curitiba
FURUKAWA ELECTRIC
INNOVATION AND CUTTING-EDGE TECHNOLOGY ARE PILLARS OF FURUKAWA ELECTRIC LATAM
FURUKAWA ELECTRIC-INNOVATION AND CUTTING-EDGE TECHNOLOGY ARE PILLARS OF FURUKAWA ELECTRIC LATAM, A TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMPANY WITH HEADQUARTERS IN CURITIBA. Innovation is in the DNA of Furukawa Electric LatAm (FEL), which has been present in Brazil for 50-years and remains at the forefront of technology by offering connectivity solutions that anticipate market...
INNOVATION Quebec
INNOVLOG CCTT EN LOGISTIQUE
LāINSTITUT DāINNOVATION EN LOGISTIQUE DU QUĆBEC (INNOVLOG) AU SERVICE DE LāINNOVATION QUĆBĆCOISE!
Depuis plusieurs annĆ©es, lāinnovation dans le domaine de la logistique est restĆ©e dans lāombre, laissant place Ć dāautres prioritĆ©s : expansion du marchĆ©, rentabilitĆ© financiĆØre, dĆ©veloppement de nouveaux produits, etc. Cependant, avec la pandĆ©mie COVID-19, il y a eu une prise de conscience collective de lāimportance de la logistique sur...
INNOVATION Quebec
CRVI (CENTRE DE ROBOTIQUE ET DE VISION INDUSTRIELLES)
IS A KEY PLAYER IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ROBOTICS, COMPUTER VISION, AND AI TECHNOLOGY IN QUEBEC
The first six such centres were established in 1983 following a presentation at the Quebec Economic Summit. The goal was to help kickstart the Quebec economy by turning CƩgeps across the province into drivers of regional growth and technological development. Three more centres were inaugurated the following year, including CSR...
INNOVATEĀ® South Florida
GLOBAL VENTURES
EMPOWERING SECOND-STAGE COMPANIES FOR GLOBAL SUCCESS
Also located in the Research Park at Florida Atlantic, Global Ventures is a second-stage incubator designed to support the growth of innovative second-stage companies that have established market traction. The primary goal is to skyrocket the growth of these high-potential companies by providing an array of resources, connecting them with...
INNOVATEĀ® Puerto Rico
TRIPLE S
Pushing the boundaries of healthcare
As a leading healthcare company in Puerto Rico, serving 1 in 3 people, Triple-S seeks to connect people to the health solutions they need, when and where they need them. In 2022, Triple-S launched a long-term initiative to address social isolation and loneliness in Puerto Rico. At its first symposium...
INNOVATEĀ® Milwaukee
CONCURRENCY
LEADING THE FUTURE WITH INNOVATION AND EXCELLENCE
At Concurrency, the journey is defined by a relentless pursuit of innovation, excellence, and an unwavering commitment to transforming businesses through cutting-edge technology solutions. As a distinguished 12-time Microsoft Partner of the Year winner and a top AI Partner, Concurrency is at the forefront of the digital revolution, empowering organizations...
INNOVATE⢠Alberta
BOW VALLEY COLLEGE
TRANSFORMING THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE THROUGH DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY
Bow Valley College has been an access college since 1965, earning a reputation for fast-paced programs that quickly respond to the practical needs of adult students and our economy. On May 16, 2023, the College launched a new Digital Strategy, which outlines how technology will enhance the student experience, improve...
INNOVATEĀ® Miami
Ecovie
We design and deliver on-site water management solutions for commercial and select residential scale
Water is one of our more precious resources. At Ecovie, we believe that decentralized water management is necessary to help assure everyone has clean and plentiful water. Potable water scarcity, water quality, water discharge, and storm water runoff are real issues impacting communities across the country. At Ecovie, we design...
INNOVATE⢠Vancouver Vol.2
ProShop ERP
Delivers powerful manufacturing software by deeply understanding our clientās challenges in order to meaningfully improve their businesses and in turn, their communities
We are the industryās only shop management software specifically dedicated to, and built for an aerospace contract manufacturer in the Pacific Northwest. We are fanatical about managing every detail of machine shops in a paperless and web-based environment, including the enterprise resource management (ERP) functions necessary to run offices, the...
INNOVATE⢠Alberta
WILD + PINE
NOT OUR FIRST RODEO
At the height of the energy boom, Wild + Pine was created to help restore, reclaim, and conserve some of Albertaās most challenging and remote landscapes across the industry. Something they do well, but regenerating Canadaās great boreal forest isnāt for the faint of heart. Today, Wild + Pine develops...
INNOVATE⢠Curitiba
BEENOCULUS
METAVERSE A NEW HUMAN EXPERIENCE
Beenoculus made its epic debut in 2015 with an innovative vision to accelerate innovation in education through disruptive solutions in extended reality. Through the development of hardware, software, and content for spatial computing, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a leading force in technological development in this sector in Latin...
INNOVATEĀ® Washington DMV Edition
VERSUS - The Rise of a Lifestyle Powerhouse
The Rise of a Lifestyle Powerhouse
VERSUS is a multi-dimensional lifestyle brand rewriting the rules of hospitality, marketing, and venture capital in Washington, D.C. Under the visionary leadership of CEO Vinoda Basnayake, VERSUS has become synonymous with innovation and disruption. This dynamic brand is not just about creating spaces but crafting experiences that resonate deeply with...
INNOVATEĀ® Puerto Rico
POLYGHOST
YOU HAVE TO GET YOUR HANDS DIRTY TO UNDERSTAND THE INDUSTRIAL FUTURE
Hands-on experience is the key to create and open new opportunities that others donāt see and are not willing to seize the moment. Mixing, dosing and separation technologies are crucial for all worldwide industries. These industries are: water, wastewater, energy, oil, gas, pharma, mining, marine power; as well as, food...
INNOVATE⢠Botswana Vol.1
LITTER KINGS
AND A GREEN ECONOMY
With a staff complement of close to 10 employees on a full-time basis, Litter Kings is a pronounced example of a local business that started from the bottom and relentlessly worked hard to ensure growth and sustainability of the company over the years. The company started running in 2013 when...
INNOVATEĀ® New Jersey Vol.2
DELIA ASSOCIATES
MAKING THE SHIFT FROM āHOPE AND PRAYā TO āPLAN AND DO.ā
Where are todayās opportunities and possibilities for business success? And with all the information available and options to consider, how can you recognize them? Prioritize them? Evaluate them? Align them with your organizationās growth objectives? And a question that we hear with great frequency when making a marketing commitment: āWhatās...
INNOVATEĀ® Jacksonville
Clay County District Schools
A proud tradition of excellence
Clay County District Schools has a proud tradition of excellence. We have established our school system as one of the best in the state, if not in the country. Clay County District Schools has truly become an educational environment for which everyone can be proud. We have embraced a culture...
INNOVATE⢠South Africa
ICONIX ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS (PTY) LTD T/A SMARTEE
COMPANIES ARE FACING UNPRECEDENTED CHALLENGES AND LOSSES DUE TO INFORMATION MISMANAGEMENT.
The concept of the Internet of Things and Big Data has always intrigued Ashveer and Nivashnee Ramparsad, a husband and wife team that are so passionate about the world of technology and data-driven business. As founders of Smartee, they saw the need to invest themselves into this vision. During his...
INNOVATEĀ® Jacksonville
FreshJax
Thinking Bigger Than Salt And Pepper
Sizzle, smoke, and flames. Family, friends, and summer afternoons. Backyard barbeques are known for their music, drinks, and tasty food. When walking up to the FreshJax kitchen and distribution center in Jacksonville, FL, the sweet smell of cooking spices fills the air. FreshJax is changing the way people cook with...
Global Innovation Spotlight
How Soft2Bet Built a Culture of Innovation from the Inside Out
Innovation as a Culture, Not a Department
In the hyper-paced iGaming industry, where change is constant and customer attention fleeting, some companies simply try to keep up. But others reimagine the race altogether. Soft2Bet belongs firmly in the latter camp. Rather than chasing trends, the company has consistently invested in its internal innovation engine ā a culture-first,...
INNOVATEĀ® Chicago Vol.1
SAFE STAYS BY RELOSHARE
Changing the Game for Emergency Housing by Providing Anonymous Hotel Bookings for Social Service Agencies
According to the National Network to End Domestic Violenceās 2021 DV Counts Report, agencies were unable to provide emergency shelter to 1,982 adults and 1,184 children nationwide in just one day. Annualized, thatās 723,430 adults and 432,160 children who are left without access to emergency domestic violence shelters each year....
INNOVATEĀ® Utah
Dishwasher Repair in Denver: What You Need to Know Dishwashers are invaluable kitchen appliances that save time and effort by automating the dishwashing process. However, like all appliances, they can encounter problems over time. In Denver, where the climate and altitude can influence appliance performance, understanding common dishwasher issues and...
INNOVATEĀ® Chicago Vol.1
LOGGERHEAD TOOLS
Award-Winning American Innovation
LoggerHead Toolsā mission is to create innovative hand tools manufactured in America. The companyās flagship product is the Bionic Wrenchā¢, a tool that combines the convenience of pliers with the performance of a wrench. The company launched the Bionic Wrench at the National Hardware Show in 2005 and has since...
INNOVATEĀ® Nashville
Vanderbilt University
Innovation at Vanderbilt
An R1 research institution, Vanderbilt University is known for pathbreaking research, advancing discoveries and fueling breakthroughs across multiple disciplines. With more than $1 billion in annual research expenditures, Vanderbilt fosters cross-disciplinary collaboration with global impact. But Vanderbilt isnāt just a research university, itās a powerful economic engine that turns ideas...
INNOVATE⢠Curitiba
FURUKAWA ELECTRIC
INNOVATION AND CUTTING-EDGE TECHNOLOGY ARE PILLARS OF FURUKAWA ELECTRIC LATAM
FURUKAWA ELECTRIC-INNOVATION AND CUTTING-EDGE TECHNOLOGY ARE PILLARS OF FURUKAWA ELECTRIC LATAM, A TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMPANY WITH HEADQUARTERS IN CURITIBA. Innovation is in the DNA of Furukawa Electric LatAm (FEL), which has been present in Brazil for 50-years and remains at the forefront of technology by offering connectivity solutions that anticipate market...
INNOVATION Quebec
INNOVLOG CCTT EN LOGISTIQUE
LāINSTITUT DāINNOVATION EN LOGISTIQUE DU QUĆBEC (INNOVLOG) AU SERVICE DE LāINNOVATION QUĆBĆCOISE!
Depuis plusieurs annĆ©es, lāinnovation dans le domaine de la logistique est restĆ©e dans lāombre, laissant place Ć dāautres prioritĆ©s : expansion du marchĆ©, rentabilitĆ© financiĆØre, dĆ©veloppement de nouveaux produits, etc. Cependant, avec la pandĆ©mie COVID-19, il y a eu une prise de conscience collective de lāimportance de la logistique sur...
INNOVATION Quebec
CRVI (CENTRE DE ROBOTIQUE ET DE VISION INDUSTRIELLES)
IS A KEY PLAYER IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ROBOTICS, COMPUTER VISION, AND AI TECHNOLOGY IN QUEBEC
The first six such centres were established in 1983 following a presentation at the Quebec Economic Summit. The goal was to help kickstart the Quebec economy by turning CƩgeps across the province into drivers of regional growth and technological development. Three more centres were inaugurated the following year, including CSR...
INNOVATEĀ® South Florida
GLOBAL VENTURES
EMPOWERING SECOND-STAGE COMPANIES FOR GLOBAL SUCCESS
Also located in the Research Park at Florida Atlantic, Global Ventures is a second-stage incubator designed to support the growth of innovative second-stage companies that have established market traction. The primary goal is to skyrocket the growth of these high-potential companies by providing an array of resources, connecting them with...
INNOVATEĀ® Puerto Rico
TRIPLE S
Pushing the boundaries of healthcare
As a leading healthcare company in Puerto Rico, serving 1 in 3 people, Triple-S seeks to connect people to the health solutions they need, when and where they need them. In 2022, Triple-S launched a long-term initiative to address social isolation and loneliness in Puerto Rico. At its first symposium...
INNOVATEĀ® Milwaukee
CONCURRENCY
LEADING THE FUTURE WITH INNOVATION AND EXCELLENCE
At Concurrency, the journey is defined by a relentless pursuit of innovation, excellence, and an unwavering commitment to transforming businesses through cutting-edge technology solutions. As a distinguished 12-time Microsoft Partner of the Year winner and a top AI Partner, Concurrency is at the forefront of the digital revolution, empowering organizations...
INNOVATE⢠Alberta
BOW VALLEY COLLEGE
TRANSFORMING THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE THROUGH DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY
Bow Valley College has been an access college since 1965, earning a reputation for fast-paced programs that quickly respond to the practical needs of adult students and our economy. On May 16, 2023, the College launched a new Digital Strategy, which outlines how technology will enhance the student experience, improve...
INNOVATEĀ® Miami
Ecovie
We design and deliver on-site water management solutions for commercial and select residential scale
Water is one of our more precious resources. At Ecovie, we believe that decentralized water management is necessary to help assure everyone has clean and plentiful water. Potable water scarcity, water quality, water discharge, and storm water runoff are real issues impacting communities across the country. At Ecovie, we design...
INNOVATE⢠Vancouver Vol.2
ProShop ERP
Delivers powerful manufacturing software by deeply understanding our clientās challenges in order to meaningfully improve their businesses and in turn, their communities
We are the industryās only shop management software specifically dedicated to, and built for an aerospace contract manufacturer in the Pacific Northwest. We are fanatical about managing every detail of machine shops in a paperless and web-based environment, including the enterprise resource management (ERP) functions necessary to run offices, the...
INNOVATE⢠Alberta
WILD + PINE
NOT OUR FIRST RODEO
At the height of the energy boom, Wild + Pine was created to help restore, reclaim, and conserve some of Albertaās most challenging and remote landscapes across the industry. Something they do well, but regenerating Canadaās great boreal forest isnāt for the faint of heart. Today, Wild + Pine develops...
INNOVATE⢠Curitiba
BEENOCULUS
METAVERSE A NEW HUMAN EXPERIENCE
Beenoculus made its epic debut in 2015 with an innovative vision to accelerate innovation in education through disruptive solutions in extended reality. Through the development of hardware, software, and content for spatial computing, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a leading force in technological development in this sector in Latin...
INNOVATEĀ® Washington DMV Edition
VERSUS - The Rise of a Lifestyle Powerhouse
The Rise of a Lifestyle Powerhouse
VERSUS is a multi-dimensional lifestyle brand rewriting the rules of hospitality, marketing, and venture capital in Washington, D.C. Under the visionary leadership of CEO Vinoda Basnayake, VERSUS has become synonymous with innovation and disruption. This dynamic brand is not just about creating spaces but crafting experiences that resonate deeply with...
INNOVATEĀ® Puerto Rico
POLYGHOST
YOU HAVE TO GET YOUR HANDS DIRTY TO UNDERSTAND THE INDUSTRIAL FUTURE
Hands-on experience is the key to create and open new opportunities that others donāt see and are not willing to seize the moment. Mixing, dosing and separation technologies are crucial for all worldwide industries. These industries are: water, wastewater, energy, oil, gas, pharma, mining, marine power; as well as, food...
INNOVATE⢠Botswana Vol.1
LITTER KINGS
AND A GREEN ECONOMY
With a staff complement of close to 10 employees on a full-time basis, Litter Kings is a pronounced example of a local business that started from the bottom and relentlessly worked hard to ensure growth and sustainability of the company over the years. The company started running in 2013 when...
INNOVATEĀ® New Jersey Vol.2
DELIA ASSOCIATES
MAKING THE SHIFT FROM āHOPE AND PRAYā TO āPLAN AND DO.ā
Where are todayās opportunities and possibilities for business success? And with all the information available and options to consider, how can you recognize them? Prioritize them? Evaluate them? Align them with your organizationās growth objectives? And a question that we hear with great frequency when making a marketing commitment: āWhatās...
INNOVATEĀ® Jacksonville
Clay County District Schools
A proud tradition of excellence
Clay County District Schools has a proud tradition of excellence. We have established our school system as one of the best in the state, if not in the country. Clay County District Schools has truly become an educational environment for which everyone can be proud. We have embraced a culture...
INNOVATE⢠South Africa
ICONIX ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS (PTY) LTD T/A SMARTEE
COMPANIES ARE FACING UNPRECEDENTED CHALLENGES AND LOSSES DUE TO INFORMATION MISMANAGEMENT.
The concept of the Internet of Things and Big Data has always intrigued Ashveer and Nivashnee Ramparsad, a husband and wife team that are so passionate about the world of technology and data-driven business. As founders of Smartee, they saw the need to invest themselves into this vision. During his...
INNOVATEĀ® Jacksonville
FreshJax
Thinking Bigger Than Salt And Pepper
Sizzle, smoke, and flames. Family, friends, and summer afternoons. Backyard barbeques are known for their music, drinks, and tasty food. When walking up to the FreshJax kitchen and distribution center in Jacksonville, FL, the sweet smell of cooking spices fills the air. FreshJax is changing the way people cook with...
Global Innovation Spotlight
How Soft2Bet Built a Culture of Innovation from the Inside Out
Innovation as a Culture, Not a Department
In the hyper-paced iGaming industry, where change is constant and customer attention fleeting, some companies simply try to keep up. But others reimagine the race altogether. Soft2Bet belongs firmly in the latter camp. Rather than chasing trends, the company has consistently invested in its internal innovation engine ā a culture-first,...