Stories of Innovation

INNOVATE® Georgia

CLAYTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

LEADING ECONOMIC GROWTH: CLAYTON COUNTY’S THRIVING STORY

Nestled within the heart of Georgia lies Clayton County, a burgeoning economic powerhouse fueled by innovation, diversity, and strategic development initiatives. Under the stewardship of the Clayton County Board of Commissioners, the Office of Economic Development stands as a beacon of excellence, garnering prestigious accolades from the International Economic Development...

INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2

THE FIRST NATIONS TECHNOLOGY COUNCIL

CONNECTING INDIGENOUS LEARNERS TO A DIGITAL FUTURE

The First Nations Technology Council (The Technology Council) is an Indigenous-led organization that serves all 204 First Nations communities across the Province of British Columbia. Established in 2002, they are mandated by BC First Nations Leadership to provide digital skills training to Indigenous learners, realize digital equity, and ensure Indigenous...

INNOVATE® Austin Volume 2

QUIMBY

QUIMBY-KNOW HOW YOUR PEOPLE ARE FEELING AND WHY

KNOW HOW YOUR PEOPLE ARE FEELING AND WHY

Quimby encourages a more connected, present, and mentally healthier world, starting from building emotionally resilient and psychologically safe workplaces. Quimby focuses on equipping employees with emotional resilience tools, and leaders with training and insights to have more productive conversations at work. These are challenging times for people (outside of work)....

INNOVATION Quebec

HEC MONTRÉAL

A hub of management knowledge that inspires, innovates, and makes its mark worldwide

One of the most renowned business schools in the world for the quality of its programs, for the success rate of its alumni and for its influence in research, HEC Montréal does much more than just move your career forward. It drives new ideas. HEC Montréal is that place of...

INNOVATE® South Florida

CORAL GABLES - THE CITY BEAUTIFUL

RECOGNIZED NATIONWIDE AS A LEADING SMART CITY

Coral Gables was founded on innovation, being one of the very first planned communities in the United States. Today, we’re known internationally as a Smart City, leveraging information and communication technologies and intelligent connected infrastructure to benefit our residents, employees, businesses, and visitors, as well as make our city more...

INNOVATION Quebec

Génome Québec

A hidden jewel in Québec’s crown- Genomics – Attracting investment and talent

GÉNOME QUÉBEC was established in 2000, in the wake of the first whole sequencing of the human genome. Member of Genome Canada’s nationwide network, its mission is to support the strategic and scientific development of genomics in Québec. In collaboration with its partners, Génome Québec has invested more than $1...

INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition

Union Kitchen

HOW A FOOD BUSINESS ACCELERATOR IN WASHINGTON,DC IS PAVING THE WAY FOR THE NEXT BIG CPG BRANDS

Cullen Gilchrist founded Union Kitchen in 2012 to partner with food businesses of all sizes to grow and scale their success. Cullen got his start in the food industry with his sister and friends when they opened the Blind Dog Cafe. Faced with the challenge of increased demand and not...

INNOVATE™ Alberta

GRANDE PRAIRIE REGIONAL INNOVATION NETWORK (GPRIN)

INVESTING IN INNOVATION

GPRIN is the Innovation Network serving northwestern Alberta innovators and entrepreneurs. We offer resources, knowledge, and connections to develop, validate, manufacture, market and launch innovations into the marketplace. The innovation ecosystem in Alberta is expansive and GPRIN has access to resources and expertise in a wide variety of areas, in...

INNOVATION Quebec

REAI

TRANSFORMING MANUFACTURERS ONE PROJECT AT A TIME

For the past 18 years, REAI has been a non-profit organization bringing together members specialized in automation, robotics and services from all areas of automation expertise and manufacturing niches. As part of MEIE’s digital transformation offensive, we are pursuing our mission to stimulate collaboration between innovative companies as part of...

INNOVATE® Nashville

DECODE HEALTH

DECODE HEALTH-Advancing Precision Medicine to Improve Lives

Advancing Precision Medicine to Improve Lives

Current methods of managing healthcare are unsustainable, with chronic disease treatment alone putting a $4 trillion annual strain on the U.S. economy. Healthcare professionals across the board agree that earlier diagnosis, better preventative care, and improved disease management will significantly reduce those costs while improving the lives of millions of...

INNOVATE™ South Africa

BRANSON CENTRE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP SOUTH AFRICA

BRANSON CENTRE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP SOUTH AFRICA- SCREW IT

SCREW IT, LET’S DO IT!

The world is obsessed with changing businesses for good. Ask the Branson Centre of Entrepreneurship South Africa (Branson Centre) for its take on that, and it’ll tell you that is actually a misnomer. Fundamentally, business is good. The focus of the Branson Centre is entrepreneurialism and social responsibility. The Branson...

INNOVATE® Seattle

Piroshky Piroshky

CREATED BY US, SHARED WITH YOU, CELEBRATED TOGETHER.

We first opened our doors in Seattle’s world-famous Pike Place Market in 1992 and have since become a beloved local fixture. Our mission: to bring a world of flavors to the Pacific Northwest and beyond. For over three decades, we’ve been serving delicious handmade baked goods and specialty items to...

INNOVATE® Detroit

Prince Concepts

Transforming Space, Elevating Detroit

Prince Concepts isn’t simply in the business of real estate—it’s in the business of transformation. Led by visionary developer Philip Kafka, this firm is rewriting the rules of urban development, turning overlooked spaces into thriving, purpose-driven communities. With a philosophy that values space as a living, breathing entity rather than...

INNOVATE™ Toronto

GOTCARE

GOTCARE-The Next Frontier Of Home Care

The Next Frontier Of Home Care

Accelerated by the COVID-19 crisis, families are in dire need of home care, but labour shortages make accessible home care a challenge for most people in Canada and many suffer in silence. Take for example Mr. Jones*, who sustained a spinal cord injury in a car accident. After spending several...

INNOVATE® Miami

SmartBarrel

SmartBarrel - The ultimate construction workforce management solution

The ultimate construction workforce management solution

SmartBarrel is the ultimate construction workforce management solution. Solar powered, self connected and loaded with the latest computer vision technologies, it’s able to manage labor workforces from anywhere.  SmartBarrel was founded by Albert Bou Fadel, a glazing (glass) project manager with years of experience in construction. The concept sprouted from...

INNOVATE® South Florida

FAU TECH RUNWAY® Florida Atlantic University

INNOVATION AND NTREPRENEURSHIP AT FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY

INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP AT FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY Florida Atlantic UniversityFounded in 1961, Florida Atlantic University has become a catalyst for innovation across its six campuses. Spanning six campuses with over 30,000 students, Florida Atlantic has earned recognition as a top public university. By doubling research expenditures and enhancing student achievement,...

INNOVATION Quebec

ILLUMINATE UNIVERSE LEADING LEARNERS INTO A BRIGHT FUTURE

ILLUMINATE UNIVERSE LEADING LEARNERS INTO A BRIGHT FUTURE

“Interning at Illuminate helped me row both as an individual and professional by giving me a platform to test my leadership skills, and most importantly by providing me with an invaluable network of connections at my disposal. Believe it or not, but the most important lesson I took from my...

INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2

RAFAEL SANTA ANA ARCHITECTURE WORKSHOP

CHALLENGING CREATIVITY THROUGH DIVERSITY

Rafael Santa Ana Architecture Workshop (RSAAW) is a Vancouver-based architectural practice that creates expressive, contemporary interventions that contribute to our communities in thoughtful and meaningful ways. The practice’s diverse team pursues projects where design can be developed, including residential, commercial, institutional, industrial, and mixed use development programs. RSAAW seeks creative...

Global Innovation Spotlight

Casino Signup Bonuses vs. Loyalty Programs

Which is Better for Players?

In the online casino space, casino signup bonuses and loyalty programs are among the most attractive offers. These promotional offers have diverse values and purposes that make them different. After reading this guide, you’ll have a more extensive understanding of what casino signup bonuses and loyalty programs entail. Additionally, you’ll...

INNOVATION Quebec

ÉCOFAUNE BORÉALE

CCTT IN ECO-RESPONSIBLE INNOVATION IN THE LEATHER SECTOR, FUR AND RELATED PRODUCTS

Our mission at Écofaune boréale—Cégep de Saint-Félicien’s college centre for the transfer of technology—is to promote the development of innovative social practices through applied research, technological development, technical assistance, knowledge transfer and scientific knowledge dissemination, enabling all socio-economic players in the fur and leather industries to reposition themselves economically in...

INNOVATE® Chicago Vol.1

Devbridge

Devbridge- Is A Digital Product And Technology Consultancy Focused On Enterprise Transformation And Custom Software Development

Is A Digital Product And Technology Consultancy Focused On Enterprise Transformation And Custom Software Development

WHO WE AREDevbridge is a technology partner for forward-thinking Global 2000 companies looking to shift to a product-centric operating model. We build extraordinary custom software that delivers measurable results for our clients and their customers.   Using our proven methodology, data-informed strategy, and proprietary Devbridge Apollo toolkit, we not only...

INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition

NOWY.IO

A Vision Born from Wanderlust

People travel and take holidays for many different reasons. “Think about shoes,” says Branda Fan, Founder of Nowy. “We all have different styles and needs, and no one else can tell you if a pair is actually comfortable. Just like that, travel isn’t one-size-fits-all. We might all be heading somewhere...

INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition

CITRINE ANGELS

SUPPORTING FEMALE FOUNDERS AND FUNDERS FOR A STRONGER ENTREPRENEURIAL ECOSYSTEM

In a world where investment landscapes favor men, Citrine Angels emerges as a game-changer for its support of female founders and funders. Founded in 2019 by Allyson Redpath along with DC power players Lisa Friedlander, Stephanie Bauer Marshall and Aurelia Flores, Citrine Angels is a dynamic, female-only membership group based...

INNOVATE® Chicago Vol.1

ALIS - MEDTELLIGENT

Life-Changing Software For Assisted Living Facilities

ALIS is the primary offering of Medtelligent, a health-tech company serving the senior housing industry. Built from the ground up to match the needs of assisted living operators and providers, ALIS is the preferred software choice for fast-growing portfolios in the sector. Medtelligent was founded in 2005 with an original...

INNOVATE® Georgia

CLAYTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

LEADING ECONOMIC GROWTH: CLAYTON COUNTY’S THRIVING STORY

Nestled within the heart of Georgia lies Clayton County, a burgeoning economic powerhouse fueled by innovation, diversity, and strategic development initiatives. Under the stewardship of the Clayton County Board of Commissioners, the Office of Economic Development stands as a beacon of excellence, garnering prestigious accolades from the International Economic Development...

INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2

THE FIRST NATIONS TECHNOLOGY COUNCIL

CONNECTING INDIGENOUS LEARNERS TO A DIGITAL FUTURE

The First Nations Technology Council (The Technology Council) is an Indigenous-led organization that serves all 204 First Nations communities across the Province of British Columbia. Established in 2002, they are mandated by BC First Nations Leadership to provide digital skills training to Indigenous learners, realize digital equity, and ensure Indigenous...

INNOVATE® Austin Volume 2

QUIMBY

QUIMBY-KNOW HOW YOUR PEOPLE ARE FEELING AND WHY

KNOW HOW YOUR PEOPLE ARE FEELING AND WHY

Quimby encourages a more connected, present, and mentally healthier world, starting from building emotionally resilient and psychologically safe workplaces. Quimby focuses on equipping employees with emotional resilience tools, and leaders with training and insights to have more productive conversations at work. These are challenging times for people (outside of work)....

INNOVATION Quebec

HEC MONTRÉAL

A hub of management knowledge that inspires, innovates, and makes its mark worldwide

One of the most renowned business schools in the world for the quality of its programs, for the success rate of its alumni and for its influence in research, HEC Montréal does much more than just move your career forward. It drives new ideas. HEC Montréal is that place of...

INNOVATE® South Florida

CORAL GABLES - THE CITY BEAUTIFUL

RECOGNIZED NATIONWIDE AS A LEADING SMART CITY

Coral Gables was founded on innovation, being one of the very first planned communities in the United States. Today, we’re known internationally as a Smart City, leveraging information and communication technologies and intelligent connected infrastructure to benefit our residents, employees, businesses, and visitors, as well as make our city more...

INNOVATION Quebec

Génome Québec

A hidden jewel in Québec’s crown- Genomics – Attracting investment and talent

GÉNOME QUÉBEC was established in 2000, in the wake of the first whole sequencing of the human genome. Member of Genome Canada’s nationwide network, its mission is to support the strategic and scientific development of genomics in Québec. In collaboration with its partners, Génome Québec has invested more than $1...

INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition

Union Kitchen

HOW A FOOD BUSINESS ACCELERATOR IN WASHINGTON,DC IS PAVING THE WAY FOR THE NEXT BIG CPG BRANDS

Cullen Gilchrist founded Union Kitchen in 2012 to partner with food businesses of all sizes to grow and scale their success. Cullen got his start in the food industry with his sister and friends when they opened the Blind Dog Cafe. Faced with the challenge of increased demand and not...

INNOVATE™ Alberta

GRANDE PRAIRIE REGIONAL INNOVATION NETWORK (GPRIN)

INVESTING IN INNOVATION

GPRIN is the Innovation Network serving northwestern Alberta innovators and entrepreneurs. We offer resources, knowledge, and connections to develop, validate, manufacture, market and launch innovations into the marketplace. The innovation ecosystem in Alberta is expansive and GPRIN has access to resources and expertise in a wide variety of areas, in...

INNOVATION Quebec

REAI

TRANSFORMING MANUFACTURERS ONE PROJECT AT A TIME

For the past 18 years, REAI has been a non-profit organization bringing together members specialized in automation, robotics and services from all areas of automation expertise and manufacturing niches. As part of MEIE’s digital transformation offensive, we are pursuing our mission to stimulate collaboration between innovative companies as part of...

INNOVATE® Nashville

DECODE HEALTH

DECODE HEALTH-Advancing Precision Medicine to Improve Lives

Advancing Precision Medicine to Improve Lives

Current methods of managing healthcare are unsustainable, with chronic disease treatment alone putting a $4 trillion annual strain on the U.S. economy. Healthcare professionals across the board agree that earlier diagnosis, better preventative care, and improved disease management will significantly reduce those costs while improving the lives of millions of...

INNOVATE™ South Africa

BRANSON CENTRE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP SOUTH AFRICA

BRANSON CENTRE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP SOUTH AFRICA- SCREW IT

SCREW IT, LET’S DO IT!

The world is obsessed with changing businesses for good. Ask the Branson Centre of Entrepreneurship South Africa (Branson Centre) for its take on that, and it’ll tell you that is actually a misnomer. Fundamentally, business is good. The focus of the Branson Centre is entrepreneurialism and social responsibility. The Branson...

INNOVATE® Seattle

Piroshky Piroshky

CREATED BY US, SHARED WITH YOU, CELEBRATED TOGETHER.

We first opened our doors in Seattle’s world-famous Pike Place Market in 1992 and have since become a beloved local fixture. Our mission: to bring a world of flavors to the Pacific Northwest and beyond. For over three decades, we’ve been serving delicious handmade baked goods and specialty items to...

INNOVATE® Detroit

Prince Concepts

Transforming Space, Elevating Detroit

Prince Concepts isn’t simply in the business of real estate—it’s in the business of transformation. Led by visionary developer Philip Kafka, this firm is rewriting the rules of urban development, turning overlooked spaces into thriving, purpose-driven communities. With a philosophy that values space as a living, breathing entity rather than...

INNOVATE™ Toronto

GOTCARE

GOTCARE-The Next Frontier Of Home Care

The Next Frontier Of Home Care

Accelerated by the COVID-19 crisis, families are in dire need of home care, but labour shortages make accessible home care a challenge for most people in Canada and many suffer in silence. Take for example Mr. Jones*, who sustained a spinal cord injury in a car accident. After spending several...

INNOVATE® Miami

SmartBarrel

SmartBarrel - The ultimate construction workforce management solution

The ultimate construction workforce management solution

SmartBarrel is the ultimate construction workforce management solution. Solar powered, self connected and loaded with the latest computer vision technologies, it’s able to manage labor workforces from anywhere.  SmartBarrel was founded by Albert Bou Fadel, a glazing (glass) project manager with years of experience in construction. The concept sprouted from...

INNOVATE® South Florida

FAU TECH RUNWAY® Florida Atlantic University

INNOVATION AND NTREPRENEURSHIP AT FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY

INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP AT FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY Florida Atlantic UniversityFounded in 1961, Florida Atlantic University has become a catalyst for innovation across its six campuses. Spanning six campuses with over 30,000 students, Florida Atlantic has earned recognition as a top public university. By doubling research expenditures and enhancing student achievement,...

INNOVATION Quebec

ILLUMINATE UNIVERSE LEADING LEARNERS INTO A BRIGHT FUTURE

ILLUMINATE UNIVERSE LEADING LEARNERS INTO A BRIGHT FUTURE

“Interning at Illuminate helped me row both as an individual and professional by giving me a platform to test my leadership skills, and most importantly by providing me with an invaluable network of connections at my disposal. Believe it or not, but the most important lesson I took from my...

INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2

RAFAEL SANTA ANA ARCHITECTURE WORKSHOP

CHALLENGING CREATIVITY THROUGH DIVERSITY

Rafael Santa Ana Architecture Workshop (RSAAW) is a Vancouver-based architectural practice that creates expressive, contemporary interventions that contribute to our communities in thoughtful and meaningful ways. The practice’s diverse team pursues projects where design can be developed, including residential, commercial, institutional, industrial, and mixed use development programs. RSAAW seeks creative...

Global Innovation Spotlight

Casino Signup Bonuses vs. Loyalty Programs

Which is Better for Players?

In the online casino space, casino signup bonuses and loyalty programs are among the most attractive offers. These promotional offers have diverse values and purposes that make them different. After reading this guide, you’ll have a more extensive understanding of what casino signup bonuses and loyalty programs entail. Additionally, you’ll...

INNOVATION Quebec

ÉCOFAUNE BORÉALE

CCTT IN ECO-RESPONSIBLE INNOVATION IN THE LEATHER SECTOR, FUR AND RELATED PRODUCTS

Our mission at Écofaune boréale—Cégep de Saint-Félicien’s college centre for the transfer of technology—is to promote the development of innovative social practices through applied research, technological development, technical assistance, knowledge transfer and scientific knowledge dissemination, enabling all socio-economic players in the fur and leather industries to reposition themselves economically in...

INNOVATE® Chicago Vol.1

Devbridge

Devbridge- Is A Digital Product And Technology Consultancy Focused On Enterprise Transformation And Custom Software Development

Is A Digital Product And Technology Consultancy Focused On Enterprise Transformation And Custom Software Development

WHO WE AREDevbridge is a technology partner for forward-thinking Global 2000 companies looking to shift to a product-centric operating model. We build extraordinary custom software that delivers measurable results for our clients and their customers.   Using our proven methodology, data-informed strategy, and proprietary Devbridge Apollo toolkit, we not only...

INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition

NOWY.IO

A Vision Born from Wanderlust

People travel and take holidays for many different reasons. “Think about shoes,” says Branda Fan, Founder of Nowy. “We all have different styles and needs, and no one else can tell you if a pair is actually comfortable. Just like that, travel isn’t one-size-fits-all. We might all be heading somewhere...

INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition

CITRINE ANGELS

SUPPORTING FEMALE FOUNDERS AND FUNDERS FOR A STRONGER ENTREPRENEURIAL ECOSYSTEM

In a world where investment landscapes favor men, Citrine Angels emerges as a game-changer for its support of female founders and funders. Founded in 2019 by Allyson Redpath along with DC power players Lisa Friedlander, Stephanie Bauer Marshall and Aurelia Flores, Citrine Angels is a dynamic, female-only membership group based...

INNOVATE® Chicago Vol.1

ALIS - MEDTELLIGENT

Life-Changing Software For Assisted Living Facilities

ALIS is the primary offering of Medtelligent, a health-tech company serving the senior housing industry. Built from the ground up to match the needs of assisted living operators and providers, ALIS is the preferred software choice for fast-growing portfolios in the sector. Medtelligent was founded in 2005 with an original...

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