Innovation

Foreword – A MESSAGE FROM MANITOBA’S MINISTER OF INNOVATION AND NEW TECHNOLOGY

Innovation has always been about more than technology. It is about people with ideas, the courage to pursue them, and the determination to solve challenges in new ways. As Minister of Innovation and New Technology, I have the privilege of meeting individuals and organizations that are shaping Manitoba’s future everyday. What consistently stands out is

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INNOVATION IS NOT ABOUT IDEAS — IT’S ABOUT BRINGING THEM TO LIFE

People assume that innovation is about brilliant ideas. The truth is ideas are abundant. What’s rare and hard is transforming an idea into something real that creates value for others. That realization led to the creation of Idea Miners. After an IT career spanning tech, development, management, and enterprise architecture, I became increasingly interested in

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The Agora Initiative – Fueling Female Founders: Spotlight on WISE Connect and CurieDx

Breakthrough healthcare companies rarely succeed on the strength of an innovative idea alone. Behind many founders stands a network of mentors, investors, and experienced entrepreneurs willing to open doors long before the wider market recognizes their potential. Creating those connections became the reason The Agora Initiative was founded. Led by Bailey Romans, the organization helps

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ICaPath –  Delivering and tracking immunotherapy with nano level precision 

ICaPath is an emerging biotechnology company headquartered at Johns Hopkins Technology Ventures (JHTV) in Baltimore, MD, leveraging this premier academic ecosystem to advance a disruptive nanoparticle-based drug delivery platform. Our core therapeutic asset utilizes biocompatible PLGA nanoparticles to encapsulate highly potent cytokines, small molecules, and genetic constructs. Paired with our proprietary immune-surveillance diagnostic capabilities, this

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VENTURE FOR T.H.E.M – Building Pathways for the Next Generation of Innovators

Across HBCU campuses, startup ideas move through dorm room conversations, classrooms, student organizations, and late-night brainstorming sessions long before they ever reach investors or boardrooms. Talent has never been in short supply. Access, however, often has been. Long before Venture for T.H.E.M formally launched, CEO and Founder Kiante Bush kept noticing the same pattern around

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Hopeworks – Reflecting the Evolving Spirit of Philadelphia

Reflecting the evolving spirit of Philadelphia Hopeworks is a nonprofit workforce accelerator that connects young adults ages 17–26 to living-wage careers while helping employers meet growing talent demands. Through paid, self-paced training, real-world work experience, and trauma-informed support, participants move from unemployment to careers with long-term growth and stability. Training focuses on both technical and

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BOTSWANA DIGITAL AND INNOVATION HUB – THE MANDATE OF THE BDIH IS TO CATALYSE THE DIVERSIFICATION OF BOTSWANA’S ECONOMY, TOWARDS A KNOWLEDGE ECONOMY

The Hub works closely with innovation ecosystem players to commercialise innovative and tech driven solutions. The Hub does this by: The BDIH owns two subsidiary companies, the first being the Botswana Innovation Hub Property (Pty) Ltd (BIHP). BIHP leverages the strategic infrastructure that includes the Science and Technology Park and the fit-for-purpose flagship Icon Building

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TSHEPO TSHEKO – ACTING CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, BOTSWANA DIGITAL AND INNOVATION HUB (BDIH)

Unleashing Botswana’s Innovation Culture… As Robert Tucker noted, “Innovation is everyone’s business.” If we are to unpack this a little bit more, it simply says that in order for an innovation system to be successful, all of its members must be enabled to participate in whichever way they would desire. Over the years, I have

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TECHARENA – WHERE INNOVATION BEGINS WITH HUMAN CONNECTION

Techarena is a Nordic-born platform for innovation and entrepreneurship that brings together thousands of founders, investors, business leaders, and policymakers every year. Through high-impact events, accelerator programs, and media channels, Techarena creates opportunities for cross-border collaboration and sustainable growth. From Local Competition to Global Platform What began in 2014 as a local startup competition has

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NASHVILLE INNOVATION ALLIANCE – FUELING INNOVATION FOR A THRIVING NASHVILLE

The Nashville Innovation Alliance aims to make Nashville one of America’s leading centers of technology innovation by bringing the community together to create a shared vision, set ambitious goals and advance strategic initiatives. Established by Mayor Freddie O’Connell and Vanderbilt University in 2024, and anchored by participation from LaunchTN, the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce,

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DOTS – TURNING UNCERTAINTY INTO GROWTH FROM EUROPE’S EDGE

On the border city of Narva, Estonia – where Europe literally meets its edge – a bold experiment is reshaping how young people grow. DOTS isn’t another youth program or after-school club. It’s an operating system for life: a commitment-based “gym for personal development” where members train through real responsibilities, ship real projects, and connect

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W3N – WHAT BEGAN AS AN EXPERIMENT QUICKLY GREW INTO ESTONIA’S LEADING EMERGING TECH FESTIVAL.

When Alexander Bitskov left Estonia at 12, he never imagined that nearly two decades later he would return to turn his hometown into a stage for global innovation. Narva, a city on the country’s eastern border long defined by smokestacks and heavy industry, was the last place most would associate with entrepreneurship. But that was

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AHTI HEINLA – ESTONIAN INNOVATOR BEHIND SKYPE AND STARSHIP ROBOTS

Ahti Heinla is one of Estonia’s most visionary minds – the co-founder of Starship Technologies and formerly the Chief Technical Architect of Skype. His impact on global communication and autonomous technology is immense, yet his story is deeply rooted in Estonia’s culture of curiosity, experimentation, and civic spirit. Heinla wrote his first lines of code

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INNOSTEPS – ESTONIA’S INNOVATION COMPASS

Innosteps is a tool for increasing the innovation capacity of Estonian companies and developing a common culture of innovation. Innovation steps (innosteps) is an Estonian public–private initiative designed to enhance innovation capabilities across businesses and organisations by providing a structured assessment framework, targeted guidance, and access to a network of service providers. BACKGROUND AND MISSION

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JOHAN WEIGELT – CEO, KI INNOVATIONS

At KI Innovations, we bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and tangible impact, ensuring that groundbreaking discoveries from Karolinska Institutet (KI) reach patients, healthcare systems, and society at large. With a deep-rooted foundation in one of the world’s leading medical universities, we are committed to fostering a thriving ecosystem where Life Science innovations can grow

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INNOVATE™ Rotterdam

Introducing INNOVATE™ Rotterdam Rotterdam has emerged as one of Europe’s most innovative and forward-thinking metropolises, driven by a unique blend of resilient urban planning, sustainability initiatives, tech-driven entrepreneurship, and a deep-rooted commitment to creative industries. The city rebuilt itself after WWII into a hub of modern architecture and design, embracing bold infrastructure and green spaces

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ZIPPLICITY – FEARLESS FLIGHT

Zipplicity is a New Breed It’s a suitcase in disguise, “un-luggage” if you will. It’s an ingenious innovation for the world of travel. Beginning with Trial and Perseverance Three years of sickness and pain had diminished Amber Waldeier’s existence to very little. Eating and movement caused pain—but responsibilities continued—she struggled to take in 500 calories

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35 MULES – FROM ICE PLANT TO INNOVATION POWERHOUSE: THE INSPIRING JOURNEY OF 35 MULES

Nearly a century ago, an ice plant, sponge fishing boat, and 35 hard-working mules formed the foundation of what is today a global energy leader. Fast forward to today, and that humble beginning has paved the way for a groundbreaking innovation hub: 35 Mules. This energetic initiative, backed by NextEra Energy and its subsidiary, Florida

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INNOVATE™ Estonia

INNOVATE™ Estonia is more than just a book; it’s a testament to the relentless spirit of Estonian innovators who are pushing boundaries and redefining industries. From transformative tech solutions to sustainable business practices, Estonia has become a hub for ideas that are not only impactful locally but also resonate on a global scale. This edition

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Miami Dade College

LEADING INNOVATION IN WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT There’s a tech revolution happening in the heart of Miami. It’s being fueled by big thinkers, risk-taking entrepreneurs, public and private supporters. And alongside them at the grown-up’s table: Miami Dade College. Long acknowledged as one of the nation’s biggest and most diverse institutions of higher learning, and a major

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INNOVATE™ Stockholm

Celebrating the Pinnacle of Innovation in Sweden’s Capital At INNOVATE®, our mission is to showcase and connect the top 100 innovation success stories from the most exciting cities around the world. Today, we are thrilled to introduce our newest project, INNOVATE Stockholm™, a high-quality coffee table book that will spotlight the innovative spirit and entrepreneurial

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