Stories of Innovation
INNOVATE™ Adelaide
CITY OF SALISBURY
THE ECONOMIC HEART OF NORTHERN ADELAIDE
The City of Salisbury covers 158km2 and stretches from Valley View in the south to Edinburgh in the north, St Kilda in the west and Salisbury Heights in the east. It contributes $8.65 billion to the State economy and nearly 61,994 jobs. Significant employment hubs are located in: • Vicinity...
INNOVATE® Nashville
VIDEOBOMB
MAKES ANY BRAND ENGAGEMENT MORE IMMERSIVE AND COMPELLING
According to Chad Marcum, VideoBomb’s Founder and CEO, “Our mission is to make augmented reality available to businesses of all sizes. AR is the next big thing in customer engagement, and it should not be limited to only the big brands with big budgets. We’ve made it easy and affordable...
INNOVATE™ South Africa
STREETSCHOOL - Journeys of Discovery
As Humans We Are Still Foraging, But Instead Of Turning Over Rocks In Search Of Insects And Nuts, We Are Wanting To Understand It All
Our search for clarity is probably the oldest quest we have. We are forever asking “what must I do”, “why are things the way they are”, and “how could my life be different?” Our deepest motivating force is to make a difference, to experience meaning and live with purpose. We...
INNOVATE™ Curitiba
RENAULT GROUP
A 25-YEAR LEGACY AND THE START OF A NEW ERA
On 12 March 1996, Renault Group chose Paraná as the site for its new plant, marking the start of a new chapter in automotive history for Brazil. On 4 December 1998, the Ayrton Senna industrial complex opened its doors in Curitiba, becoming one of Renault Group’s main sites in South...
INNOVATE™ Estonia
ICOSAGEN
ESTONIA’S INDEPENDENT BIOTECH PIONEER WITH GLOBAL REACH
On Northern Europe’s digital frontier, Icosagen stands out in the biotechnology landscape. Based in Tartu, Estonia’s second‑largest city, it is not only the country’s largest biotech company but also one of the most agile Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CRDMOs) operating globally. What truly sets Icosagen apart is its...
INNOVATION Quebec
TOPMED
CCTT FOR HEALTH INNOVATION
TOPMED assists organizations involved in healthcare, adaptation, rehabilitation and mobility. We develop, customize, optimize and validate devices, equipment and technologies for vulnerable populations and athletes. TOPMED develops and conducts applied research projects focused on innovation and technological improvement, working in collaboration with laboratories—public or private—and businesses to provide social, mechanical...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
COLDS Collective
LAYING THE FOUNDATION FOR A NEW AGE
COLDS Collective is a creator collective and digital native organisation helping people of African descent navigate and harness Web3 and other emerging technologies. United by the mission to educate, grow and innovate collectively, COLDS Collective is harnessing the power of bits (technology) to make tangible, positive changes in atoms (real...
INNOVATE® Milwaukee
INTERNSHIP ON DEMAND
HOW INTERNSHIP ON DEMAND IS REDEFINING THE PATH TO CAREER SUCCESS
Every year, millions of college students graduate without ever having experienced the workplace firsthand. Employers demand experience, but when only 30% of college students complete an internship on an annual basis, what do those left on the outside looking in do? That’s where Internship on Demand comes in. Launched in...
INNOVATION Quebec
DISTRIQ
ZONE D’INNOVATION QUANTIQUE
DistriQ, zone d’innovation quantique est un organisme catalyseur d’expertises et d’infrastructures favorisant l’émergence et l’accélération d’innovation dans le secteur des sciences et des technologies quantiques. Les technologies quantiques ont le potentiel de révolutionner plusieurs secteurs, entre autres les domaines de l’environnement, la mobilité, la santé et l’énergie renouvelable. C’est-à-dire que...
INNOVATE™ Antwerp Vol.2
VOSSCHEMIE
BECOMES V-SURE -A CHEMISTRY WITH NATURE
OUR STORY BEGAN IN 1968. THAT IS WHEN OUR FOUNDER REMI DE MOOR ENTERED INTO A PARTNERSHIP WITH KLAUS WILLEM VOSS, OWNER OF THE GERMAN COMPANY VOSSCHEMIE. MARC AND CLAUDIA, REMI’S CHILDREN, TOOK OVER IN 2009. TO THIS DAY, WE ARE STILL A GENUINE AND SOLID FAMILY BUSINESS. Our DNA:...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
GW - George Washington University
Technology Commercialization Office and Office of Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Technology Commercialization Office and Office of Innovation & Entrepreneurship Inspire, Innovate, Impact The George Washington University (GW) GW is a vibrant hub of innovation and entrepreneurship. At the core of this dynamic institution are two offices founded in 2010: The Technology Commercialization Office (TCO), a powerhouse dedicated to transforming groundbreaking...
INNOVATION Quebec
THE RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MCGILL UNIVERSITY HEALTH CENTRE (RI-MUHC)
THE RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MCGILL UNIVERSITY HEALTH CENTRE (RI-MUHC) IS A UNIQUE INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM AFFILIATED WITH THE FACULTY OF MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES AT MCGILL UNIVERSITY. A global leader in precision healthcare across the lifespan, the RI-MUHC is home to more than 600 researchers, 1472 research trainees and 1,300...
INNOVATE® Jacksonville
Renaissance Jax
North Florida Affiliate Partner For The World’s Biggest Youth Robotics Competition Platform, FIRST Robotics
Renaissance Jax: Building a Future of Innovation in North Florida Renaissance Jax is the North Florida Affiliate Partner for the world’s biggest youth robotics competition platform, FIRST Robotics. Between 2013 and 2018, we’ve grown from 120 to over 4,000 students who design, build, and program robots for competition each year....
INNOVATION Quebec
Kemitek
CCTT IN GREEN CHEMISTRY AND PROCESS SCALE-UP
Founded in 2002, Kemitek is both a CCTT and a Canadian Technology Access Centre (TAC) affiliated with the Cégep de Thetford. Our mission is to help companies innovate in the fields of green chemistry and process scale-up while actively contributing to the continued existence of a regional centre of excellence...
INNOVATE® Georgia
DC BLOX
PIONEERING THE SOUTHEAST DIGITAL FRONTIER
In the rapidly evolving landscape of the Southeastern United States, DC BLOX has positioned itself as a linchpin in the accelerating digital transformation that is sweeping across industries. The urgency of this transformation is underscored by several key factors, each playing a crucial role in shaping the digital future of...
INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports
WELCOME TO PHORCE MANAGEMENT GROUP
WHERE WE SHOWCASE THE BEST TALENT AND CONTENT IN GAMING
As a Sport Management professor, I sat and spoke to my students about the various aspects of gaming. Knowing the majority of my classes were filled with gamers, we would have countless discussions about the business and possibilities of esports. From these conversations I saw first hand how limited the...
INNOVATE® Georgia
AFLAC
REIMAGINING THE WORKPLACE OF THE FUTURE
Aflac’s vision is to create a world in which people are better prepared for the expected — and unexpected — with benefits primary health insurance doesn’t cover. For nearly 70 years, Aflac supplemental insurance has provided millions of people worldwide the opportunity to focus on recovery instead of financial stress,...
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...
INNOVATION Quebec
COALIA
CCTT EN TECHNOLOGIE MINÉRALE ET PLASTURGIE
COALIA est un centre de recherche et d’innovation spécialisé en technologie minérale, plasturgie et matériaux avancés a pour mission de développer des matériaux, des produits et des procédés novateurs en collaboration avec les entreprises de ces secteurs. Il joue un rôle important auprès d’elles en réalisant des projets de recherche...
INNOVATE® Detroit
GENOMENON-Simplifying complex genetic data into actionable insights
Simplifying complex genetic data into actionable insights
Genomenon is a leading genomic intelligence company dedicated to improving the quality of patients’ lives by uncovering the genomic drivers of genetic disease and cancer. Blending the power of AI with genomic expertise, Genomenon simplifi es complex genetic data into actionable insights for patient diagnosis and precision medicine development. With...
INNOVATION Quebec
GERAD
LEVERAGING DIGITAL INTELLIGENCE TO SUPPORT INNOVATION
About usGERAD is an interuniversity research centre working at the heart of digital intelligence. It aims to be a reference point in the area of decision mathematics and its applications to complex systems, by bringing together university and industry researchers to carry out large-scale R&D projects. Its contributions can be...
INNOVATE™ Curitiba
LAQUILA
QUALITY AND INNOVATION IN TWO WHEELS
Laquila was founded in 1980, with a small 100m² store, focused on selling motorcycle parts, in Rio Grande do Sul. With determination and a vision of the future, they expanded to 200m² and, later, to an even larger space, adopting the wholesale model. After 12 years in the capital of...
INNOVATE™ Atlantic Canada
Venn Innovation
Helping Atlantic Canadian Companies Recognize Their Strengths and Potential to Become Globally Connective and Competitive
Since 2010, Venn Innovation has been helping founders and startup entrepreneurs who want to build scalable technology companies. We help them validate their technology, understand their markets through research and insights, connect them with mentors and experts, and access talent and capital through the collaborative technology ecosystem we are nurturing...
INNOVATE™ Estonia
MINISTRY OF ECONOMIC AFFAIRS
ESTONIA’S INNOVATION POLICY: DESIGNING A FUTURE-READY NATION
When Estonia regained its independence in the early 1990s, it faced a dauntingquestion: how can a nation so small, with so few resources, stand out in theworld? The answer did not come in steel or oil, but in imagination and boldness.Out of necessity, Estonians learned to skip steps others had...
INNOVATE™ Adelaide
CITY OF SALISBURY
THE ECONOMIC HEART OF NORTHERN ADELAIDE
The City of Salisbury covers 158km2 and stretches from Valley View in the south to Edinburgh in the north, St Kilda in the west and Salisbury Heights in the east. It contributes $8.65 billion to the State economy and nearly 61,994 jobs. Significant employment hubs are located in: • Vicinity...
INNOVATE® Nashville
VIDEOBOMB
MAKES ANY BRAND ENGAGEMENT MORE IMMERSIVE AND COMPELLING
According to Chad Marcum, VideoBomb’s Founder and CEO, “Our mission is to make augmented reality available to businesses of all sizes. AR is the next big thing in customer engagement, and it should not be limited to only the big brands with big budgets. We’ve made it easy and affordable...
INNOVATE™ South Africa
STREETSCHOOL - Journeys of Discovery
As Humans We Are Still Foraging, But Instead Of Turning Over Rocks In Search Of Insects And Nuts, We Are Wanting To Understand It All
Our search for clarity is probably the oldest quest we have. We are forever asking “what must I do”, “why are things the way they are”, and “how could my life be different?” Our deepest motivating force is to make a difference, to experience meaning and live with purpose. We...
INNOVATE™ Curitiba
RENAULT GROUP
A 25-YEAR LEGACY AND THE START OF A NEW ERA
On 12 March 1996, Renault Group chose Paraná as the site for its new plant, marking the start of a new chapter in automotive history for Brazil. On 4 December 1998, the Ayrton Senna industrial complex opened its doors in Curitiba, becoming one of Renault Group’s main sites in South...
INNOVATE™ Estonia
ICOSAGEN
ESTONIA’S INDEPENDENT BIOTECH PIONEER WITH GLOBAL REACH
On Northern Europe’s digital frontier, Icosagen stands out in the biotechnology landscape. Based in Tartu, Estonia’s second‑largest city, it is not only the country’s largest biotech company but also one of the most agile Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CRDMOs) operating globally. What truly sets Icosagen apart is its...
INNOVATION Quebec
TOPMED
CCTT FOR HEALTH INNOVATION
TOPMED assists organizations involved in healthcare, adaptation, rehabilitation and mobility. We develop, customize, optimize and validate devices, equipment and technologies for vulnerable populations and athletes. TOPMED develops and conducts applied research projects focused on innovation and technological improvement, working in collaboration with laboratories—public or private—and businesses to provide social, mechanical...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
COLDS Collective
LAYING THE FOUNDATION FOR A NEW AGE
COLDS Collective is a creator collective and digital native organisation helping people of African descent navigate and harness Web3 and other emerging technologies. United by the mission to educate, grow and innovate collectively, COLDS Collective is harnessing the power of bits (technology) to make tangible, positive changes in atoms (real...
INNOVATE® Milwaukee
INTERNSHIP ON DEMAND
HOW INTERNSHIP ON DEMAND IS REDEFINING THE PATH TO CAREER SUCCESS
Every year, millions of college students graduate without ever having experienced the workplace firsthand. Employers demand experience, but when only 30% of college students complete an internship on an annual basis, what do those left on the outside looking in do? That’s where Internship on Demand comes in. Launched in...
INNOVATION Quebec
DISTRIQ
ZONE D’INNOVATION QUANTIQUE
DistriQ, zone d’innovation quantique est un organisme catalyseur d’expertises et d’infrastructures favorisant l’émergence et l’accélération d’innovation dans le secteur des sciences et des technologies quantiques. Les technologies quantiques ont le potentiel de révolutionner plusieurs secteurs, entre autres les domaines de l’environnement, la mobilité, la santé et l’énergie renouvelable. C’est-à-dire que...
INNOVATE™ Antwerp Vol.2
VOSSCHEMIE
BECOMES V-SURE -A CHEMISTRY WITH NATURE
OUR STORY BEGAN IN 1968. THAT IS WHEN OUR FOUNDER REMI DE MOOR ENTERED INTO A PARTNERSHIP WITH KLAUS WILLEM VOSS, OWNER OF THE GERMAN COMPANY VOSSCHEMIE. MARC AND CLAUDIA, REMI’S CHILDREN, TOOK OVER IN 2009. TO THIS DAY, WE ARE STILL A GENUINE AND SOLID FAMILY BUSINESS. Our DNA:...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
GW - George Washington University
Technology Commercialization Office and Office of Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Technology Commercialization Office and Office of Innovation & Entrepreneurship Inspire, Innovate, Impact The George Washington University (GW) GW is a vibrant hub of innovation and entrepreneurship. At the core of this dynamic institution are two offices founded in 2010: The Technology Commercialization Office (TCO), a powerhouse dedicated to transforming groundbreaking...
INNOVATION Quebec
THE RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MCGILL UNIVERSITY HEALTH CENTRE (RI-MUHC)
THE RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MCGILL UNIVERSITY HEALTH CENTRE (RI-MUHC) IS A UNIQUE INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM AFFILIATED WITH THE FACULTY OF MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES AT MCGILL UNIVERSITY. A global leader in precision healthcare across the lifespan, the RI-MUHC is home to more than 600 researchers, 1472 research trainees and 1,300...
INNOVATE® Jacksonville
Renaissance Jax
North Florida Affiliate Partner For The World’s Biggest Youth Robotics Competition Platform, FIRST Robotics
Renaissance Jax: Building a Future of Innovation in North Florida Renaissance Jax is the North Florida Affiliate Partner for the world’s biggest youth robotics competition platform, FIRST Robotics. Between 2013 and 2018, we’ve grown from 120 to over 4,000 students who design, build, and program robots for competition each year....
INNOVATION Quebec
Kemitek
CCTT IN GREEN CHEMISTRY AND PROCESS SCALE-UP
Founded in 2002, Kemitek is both a CCTT and a Canadian Technology Access Centre (TAC) affiliated with the Cégep de Thetford. Our mission is to help companies innovate in the fields of green chemistry and process scale-up while actively contributing to the continued existence of a regional centre of excellence...
INNOVATE® Georgia
DC BLOX
PIONEERING THE SOUTHEAST DIGITAL FRONTIER
In the rapidly evolving landscape of the Southeastern United States, DC BLOX has positioned itself as a linchpin in the accelerating digital transformation that is sweeping across industries. The urgency of this transformation is underscored by several key factors, each playing a crucial role in shaping the digital future of...
INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports
WELCOME TO PHORCE MANAGEMENT GROUP
WHERE WE SHOWCASE THE BEST TALENT AND CONTENT IN GAMING
As a Sport Management professor, I sat and spoke to my students about the various aspects of gaming. Knowing the majority of my classes were filled with gamers, we would have countless discussions about the business and possibilities of esports. From these conversations I saw first hand how limited the...
INNOVATE® Georgia
AFLAC
REIMAGINING THE WORKPLACE OF THE FUTURE
Aflac’s vision is to create a world in which people are better prepared for the expected — and unexpected — with benefits primary health insurance doesn’t cover. For nearly 70 years, Aflac supplemental insurance has provided millions of people worldwide the opportunity to focus on recovery instead of financial stress,...
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...
INNOVATION Quebec
COALIA
CCTT EN TECHNOLOGIE MINÉRALE ET PLASTURGIE
COALIA est un centre de recherche et d’innovation spécialisé en technologie minérale, plasturgie et matériaux avancés a pour mission de développer des matériaux, des produits et des procédés novateurs en collaboration avec les entreprises de ces secteurs. Il joue un rôle important auprès d’elles en réalisant des projets de recherche...
INNOVATE® Detroit
GENOMENON-Simplifying complex genetic data into actionable insights
Simplifying complex genetic data into actionable insights
Genomenon is a leading genomic intelligence company dedicated to improving the quality of patients’ lives by uncovering the genomic drivers of genetic disease and cancer. Blending the power of AI with genomic expertise, Genomenon simplifi es complex genetic data into actionable insights for patient diagnosis and precision medicine development. With...
INNOVATION Quebec
GERAD
LEVERAGING DIGITAL INTELLIGENCE TO SUPPORT INNOVATION
About usGERAD is an interuniversity research centre working at the heart of digital intelligence. It aims to be a reference point in the area of decision mathematics and its applications to complex systems, by bringing together university and industry researchers to carry out large-scale R&D projects. Its contributions can be...
INNOVATE™ Curitiba
LAQUILA
QUALITY AND INNOVATION IN TWO WHEELS
Laquila was founded in 1980, with a small 100m² store, focused on selling motorcycle parts, in Rio Grande do Sul. With determination and a vision of the future, they expanded to 200m² and, later, to an even larger space, adopting the wholesale model. After 12 years in the capital of...
INNOVATE™ Atlantic Canada
Venn Innovation
Helping Atlantic Canadian Companies Recognize Their Strengths and Potential to Become Globally Connective and Competitive
Since 2010, Venn Innovation has been helping founders and startup entrepreneurs who want to build scalable technology companies. We help them validate their technology, understand their markets through research and insights, connect them with mentors and experts, and access talent and capital through the collaborative technology ecosystem we are nurturing...
INNOVATE™ Estonia
MINISTRY OF ECONOMIC AFFAIRS
ESTONIA’S INNOVATION POLICY: DESIGNING A FUTURE-READY NATION
When Estonia regained its independence in the early 1990s, it faced a dauntingquestion: how can a nation so small, with so few resources, stand out in theworld? The answer did not come in steel or oil, but in imagination and boldness.Out of necessity, Estonians learned to skip steps others had...