Stories of Innovation
INNOVATEĀ® Gaming & Esports
EsportScholar
Is located at the intersection of esports and education, and is home to the future of learning and competition
Our after-school league coalesces in-game coaching with STEAM instruction into a dynamic, engaging program for organizations, schools and school districts. Weāre in the business of building vibrant esports communities with the goal of being the highlight of our studentsā days. We believe in recognizing abilities that have (for far too...
Global Innovation Spotlight
HILCO CONSUMER - RETAIL
INNOVATING FOR THE RETAIL LIFECYCLE ā FROM BEGINNING TO END AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN
Can a business founded as a retail liquidation firm innovate to save retail? Hilco Consumer-Retail (HCR) is undoubtedly trying ā and succeeding in BIG WAYS! Retail ā and the consumer product businesses that feed them inventory ā is among the most troubled sectors in the United States and worldwide. This...
INNOVATE⢠Toronto
AIRMATRIX
BUILDS THE WORLD'S MOST PRECISE DRONE ROAD SYSTEMS
Co-founded by University of Toronto graduates, Bashir Khan, Ayaan Haider and Shayaan Haider in 2018, AirMatrix builds the worldās most precise drone road systems. AirMatrix is innovating at the bleeding edge and is affiliated with Communitech, MaRS, IRAP and DMZ. AirMatrix is a member of Transport Canadaās action team on...
INNOVATE⢠Curitiba
ADVBPR
A LOOK TOWARDS INNOVATION
In addition to promoting the business, marketing and sales market in ParanĆ” state for almost 60-years, ADVB/PR is committed to innovation, through the exchange of experiences and ideas between members, professionals and nationally and internationally renowned professionals. Events that foster innovationThe range of events and activities carried out in partnership...
INNOVATE⢠Toronto
ECOPIA
CREATING A DIGITAL TWIN OF THE EARTH LEVERAGING AI-BASED MAPPING SYSTEMS TO ENHANCE DECISION-MAKING
Since 2013, Ecopia AI has been on a mission to create a digital twin of the world using artificial intelligence (AI). Originally spun out of a Ph.D project at the University of Waterloo, Ecopiaās maps have grown from detailing a single small city to mapping entire continents while evolving from...
INNOVATEĀ® Detroit
ITC HOLDINGS CORP.
Transmission is Key to Unlocking Our Energy Future
From electric vehicles to renewable energy, the world is looking at electricity in a new way, and ITC is focused on building and maintaining a power grid that can handle it all. The path to a highly connected, advanced society in which vehicles and infrastructure talk to each other, drones...
INNOVATEĀ® Georgia
EVANS GENERAL CONTRACTORS
SHAPING SKYLINES TO BUILD TOMORROWāS FUTURE
Commercial construction is a critical part of Georgiaās economy as it creates buildings and spaces that connect communities, provide jobs, and improve society. Evans General Contractors is contributing by designing and building facilities that are home to some of the most innovative and forward-thinking companies. Founded in Georgia in 2001,...
INNOVATE⢠Adelaide
BOEING AUSTRALIA
Fuelling The Future Of Aerospace
Long before the COVID-19 pandemic forced employers to reimagine the centralised workplace model, Boeing Australia seized an opportunity to establish a capability hub in Adelaide to support its growing defence business. When the Commonwealth of Australia announced the acquisition of the Boeing-built P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft to be based...
INNOVATE⢠Toronto
ARTSCAPE
THE POWER OF ARTS AND CREATIVITY AS A FOUNDATION FOR INCLUSIVE INNOVATION
We believe in the power of arts and creativity to contribute to the social, cultural and economic wellbeing of our city. For over 30 years, Artscape, a not-for-profit organization, has made space for creativity for artists and creatives to thrive. This has resulted in Artscape developing and operating 15 unique...
INNOVATE⢠Estonia
TARTU CENTRE FOR CREATIVE INDUSTRIES
A CREATIVE ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Nurturing Creative Entrepreneurship The Tartu Centre for Creative Industries (TCCI) distinguishes itself in Europe through its dedicated regional focus on South Estoniaās creative sector, enabling tailored support. TCCI actively fosters cross-sectoral collaboration through high-profile events like sTARTUp Dayās Creative Industries Pitching Competition and the Estonian Fashion Festival, connecting creatives with...
INNOVATE⢠Estonia
DOTS
TURNING UNCERTAINTY INTO GROWTH FROM EUROPEāS EDGE
On the border city of Narva, Estonia ā where Europe literally meets its edge ā a bold experiment is reshaping how young people grow. DOTS isnāt another youth program or after-school club. Itās an operating system for life: a commitment-based āgym for personal developmentā where members train through real responsibilities,...
INNOVATE⢠Antwerp Vol.2
NOBI
FUTURE-ORIENTED SMART LAMP āNOBIā HELPS ELDERLY CARE TO PREPARE FOR THE SILVER TSUNAMI
Meet NobiAn Antwerp scale-up known for its AI-driven smart lamps, used for fall detection, fall prevention and lifestyle monitoring. When founding their company, Roeland Pelgrims, Stijn Verrept and Bert De Haes believed that everyone on this planet deserves to grow old in a dignified, safe and happy manner. Pretty ambitious...
INNOVATION Quebec
AG-BIO CENTRE
INCUBATEUR POUR BESOINS DāAVENIR
SituĆ© dans le complexe technologique du CĆ©gep de LĆ©vis, AG-Bio Centre occupe une place unique dans le monde des incubateurs dāentreprises innovantes au QuĆ©bec. Lāincubateur crĆ©er en 2002, est issu dāune volontĆ© des gens du milieu des affaires en partenariat avec le CĆ©gep et en collaboration avec la facultĆ© des...
INNOVATEĀ® Washington DMV Edition
DOT LEMON
REMON HENES-DC ZESTY STORY-AN INNOVATOR SHAPING THE NARRATIVE OF D.C.
A Visionary Among D.C.ās Top 100 InnovatorsRemon Henes stands out as one of the District of Columbiaās 100 leading innovators, offering the world a fresh perspective on Washington through his groundbreaking project, DC Zesty Story. An award-winning producer and filmmaker from Cairo, Remonās dynamic vision led to the inception of...
Global Innovation Spotlight
How Popular Are Pickup Trucks in American Car Sharing?
From Workhorses to Weekend Getaways: The Rise of Pickups in Car Sharing
From Workhorses to Weekend Getaways: The Rise of Pickups in Car Sharing Pickup trucks arenāt just vehicles in Americaātheyāre a lifestyle. For decades, theyāve been hauling gear, towing trailers, and getting folks out into the wild or across town with a mattress strapped in the back. But lately, pickups have...
INNOVATION Quebec
MECANIUM
CCTT EN MĆCATRONIQUE ET MĆCANIQUE INDUSTRIELLE
MECANIUM a pour mission dāaccompagner les PME manufacturiĆØres du QuĆ©bec par la conception et la fabrication de solutions mĆ©catroniques afin dāaccroĆ®tre leurs connaissances, leur productivitĆ©, leur compĆ©titivitĆ© et la qualitĆ© de leurs produits et procĆ©dĆ©s. Il a Ć©galement le devoir de contribuer Ć la formation dans son milieu par le...
INNOVATE⢠Vancouver Vol.2
FOXTRAIL CANADA
(RE)DISCOVERING VANCOUVER WITH THE CLEVER FOX
What if you were challenged to go outside to solve puzzles, find and play with hidden objects, and enjoy sightseeing and off-the-beaten-path gems in beautiful Vancouver? Yes, we know youād say yes. Foxtrail is a popular outdoor self-guided team-building adventure that combines scavenger hunts, escape games, and sightseeing. Founded 21...
INNOVATE⢠Flanders
TRANSPORT EN LOGISTIEK VLAANDEREN
UNLOCKING THE FULL POTENTIAL OF THE ROAD TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS SECTOR
Every year, the number of transport and logistics companies in Belgium keeps growing. All projections show that the transportation of goods by the road will also continue to grow in the following 20 years. The sector thus plays a vital role in the Belgian economy. However, with rising costs, stricter...
INNOVATION Quebec
Entrepreneuriat ULaval (Ā« EUL Ā»)
Est lāincubateur dāentreprises innovantes et responsables de lāUniversitĆ© Laval, Ć QuĆ©bec
EUL propulse vers le succĆØs les entrepreneures et entrepreneurs de la communautĆ© universitaire qui rĆŖvent grand et dont lāentreprise a des potentiels de croissance et dāimpact sociĆ©tal Ć©levĆ©s. Louis-Philippe Pleau, CEO & Co-Founder of LumIR Lasers EUL accompagne des jeunes pousses dans le domaine de la haute technologie appliquĆ©e principalement...
INNOVATE⢠South Africa
INTEGER HOTSPOT
THE INNO-GRATION AGENCY
āInno-grationā? For IntegerHotspotās, true innovation, founded in full integration, has informed the approach and ethos since day one. And has afforded the agency an edge since before certain interpretations of āintegrationā infiltrated agency zeitgeist. THE INTEGRATION ARCHETYPEIntegerHotspotās was founded in 1999 by advertising maverick, Di Wilson as Pod Communications. From...
Global Innovation Spotlight
The Rise of AI Conferences in 2024:
A Look at the Most Important Events and Topics
Artificial intelligence, or as it is commonly referred to, AI conferences date back to the 1960s and have tremendously expanded from niche gatherings that mainly catered to academia to industry-focused and entrepreneurial assemblies. This is where researchers, policymakers, and professionals from global tech companies collaborate on various aspects of the...
INNOVATEĀ® New Jersey Vol.2
PRINCETON NUENERGY
REVOLUTIONIZING LITHIUM-ION BATTERY RECYCLINGTHE RISE OF PRINCETON NUENERGY
In the heart of innovation, within Princeton University, a remarkable journey began that will soon redefine the landscape of lithium-ion battery recycling. Founded in 2019, Princeton NuEnergy (PNE) embarked on a mission to revolutionize the way we view, handle, and recycle critical materials throughout all stages of battery production and...
INNOVATION Quebec
PRIMA
Se démarquer sur les marchés grâce aux matériaux avancés et⦠Prima Quebec
PRIMA QuĆ©bec, le PĆ“le de recherche et dāinnovation en matĆ©riaux avancĆ©s, anime et soutient lāĆ©cosystĆØme des matĆ©riaux avancĆ©s en privilĆ©giant lāinnovation collaborative pour le dĆ©veloppement Ć©conomique du QuĆ©bec Il est le catalyseur privilĆ©giĆ© entre les milieux industriel et la recherche. En tant que regroupement sectoriel de recherche industrielle (RSRI),...
INNOVATE⢠Adelaide
SONICLEAN
Single product, single focus, single outcome
Single product, single focus, single outcome NEXT GENERATION CLEANING TECHNOLOGYSoniclean is an established multi-award-winning medical device company boasting over 30 years of ultrasonic technology research and development for the primary purpose of cleaning surgical instruments. Sonicleanās commitment and focus is on user and patient safety, providing a machine with this...
INNOVATEĀ® Gaming & Esports
EsportScholar
Is located at the intersection of esports and education, and is home to the future of learning and competition
Our after-school league coalesces in-game coaching with STEAM instruction into a dynamic, engaging program for organizations, schools and school districts. Weāre in the business of building vibrant esports communities with the goal of being the highlight of our studentsā days. We believe in recognizing abilities that have (for far too...
Global Innovation Spotlight
HILCO CONSUMER - RETAIL
INNOVATING FOR THE RETAIL LIFECYCLE ā FROM BEGINNING TO END AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN
Can a business founded as a retail liquidation firm innovate to save retail? Hilco Consumer-Retail (HCR) is undoubtedly trying ā and succeeding in BIG WAYS! Retail ā and the consumer product businesses that feed them inventory ā is among the most troubled sectors in the United States and worldwide. This...
INNOVATE⢠Toronto
AIRMATRIX
BUILDS THE WORLD'S MOST PRECISE DRONE ROAD SYSTEMS
Co-founded by University of Toronto graduates, Bashir Khan, Ayaan Haider and Shayaan Haider in 2018, AirMatrix builds the worldās most precise drone road systems. AirMatrix is innovating at the bleeding edge and is affiliated with Communitech, MaRS, IRAP and DMZ. AirMatrix is a member of Transport Canadaās action team on...
INNOVATE⢠Curitiba
ADVBPR
A LOOK TOWARDS INNOVATION
In addition to promoting the business, marketing and sales market in ParanĆ” state for almost 60-years, ADVB/PR is committed to innovation, through the exchange of experiences and ideas between members, professionals and nationally and internationally renowned professionals. Events that foster innovationThe range of events and activities carried out in partnership...
INNOVATE⢠Toronto
ECOPIA
CREATING A DIGITAL TWIN OF THE EARTH LEVERAGING AI-BASED MAPPING SYSTEMS TO ENHANCE DECISION-MAKING
Since 2013, Ecopia AI has been on a mission to create a digital twin of the world using artificial intelligence (AI). Originally spun out of a Ph.D project at the University of Waterloo, Ecopiaās maps have grown from detailing a single small city to mapping entire continents while evolving from...
INNOVATEĀ® Detroit
ITC HOLDINGS CORP.
Transmission is Key to Unlocking Our Energy Future
From electric vehicles to renewable energy, the world is looking at electricity in a new way, and ITC is focused on building and maintaining a power grid that can handle it all. The path to a highly connected, advanced society in which vehicles and infrastructure talk to each other, drones...
INNOVATEĀ® Georgia
EVANS GENERAL CONTRACTORS
SHAPING SKYLINES TO BUILD TOMORROWāS FUTURE
Commercial construction is a critical part of Georgiaās economy as it creates buildings and spaces that connect communities, provide jobs, and improve society. Evans General Contractors is contributing by designing and building facilities that are home to some of the most innovative and forward-thinking companies. Founded in Georgia in 2001,...
INNOVATE⢠Adelaide
BOEING AUSTRALIA
Fuelling The Future Of Aerospace
Long before the COVID-19 pandemic forced employers to reimagine the centralised workplace model, Boeing Australia seized an opportunity to establish a capability hub in Adelaide to support its growing defence business. When the Commonwealth of Australia announced the acquisition of the Boeing-built P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft to be based...
INNOVATE⢠Toronto
ARTSCAPE
THE POWER OF ARTS AND CREATIVITY AS A FOUNDATION FOR INCLUSIVE INNOVATION
We believe in the power of arts and creativity to contribute to the social, cultural and economic wellbeing of our city. For over 30 years, Artscape, a not-for-profit organization, has made space for creativity for artists and creatives to thrive. This has resulted in Artscape developing and operating 15 unique...
INNOVATE⢠Estonia
TARTU CENTRE FOR CREATIVE INDUSTRIES
A CREATIVE ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Nurturing Creative Entrepreneurship The Tartu Centre for Creative Industries (TCCI) distinguishes itself in Europe through its dedicated regional focus on South Estoniaās creative sector, enabling tailored support. TCCI actively fosters cross-sectoral collaboration through high-profile events like sTARTUp Dayās Creative Industries Pitching Competition and the Estonian Fashion Festival, connecting creatives with...
INNOVATE⢠Estonia
DOTS
TURNING UNCERTAINTY INTO GROWTH FROM EUROPEāS EDGE
On the border city of Narva, Estonia ā where Europe literally meets its edge ā a bold experiment is reshaping how young people grow. DOTS isnāt another youth program or after-school club. Itās an operating system for life: a commitment-based āgym for personal developmentā where members train through real responsibilities,...
INNOVATE⢠Antwerp Vol.2
NOBI
FUTURE-ORIENTED SMART LAMP āNOBIā HELPS ELDERLY CARE TO PREPARE FOR THE SILVER TSUNAMI
Meet NobiAn Antwerp scale-up known for its AI-driven smart lamps, used for fall detection, fall prevention and lifestyle monitoring. When founding their company, Roeland Pelgrims, Stijn Verrept and Bert De Haes believed that everyone on this planet deserves to grow old in a dignified, safe and happy manner. Pretty ambitious...
INNOVATION Quebec
AG-BIO CENTRE
INCUBATEUR POUR BESOINS DāAVENIR
SituĆ© dans le complexe technologique du CĆ©gep de LĆ©vis, AG-Bio Centre occupe une place unique dans le monde des incubateurs dāentreprises innovantes au QuĆ©bec. Lāincubateur crĆ©er en 2002, est issu dāune volontĆ© des gens du milieu des affaires en partenariat avec le CĆ©gep et en collaboration avec la facultĆ© des...
INNOVATEĀ® Washington DMV Edition
DOT LEMON
REMON HENES-DC ZESTY STORY-AN INNOVATOR SHAPING THE NARRATIVE OF D.C.
A Visionary Among D.C.ās Top 100 InnovatorsRemon Henes stands out as one of the District of Columbiaās 100 leading innovators, offering the world a fresh perspective on Washington through his groundbreaking project, DC Zesty Story. An award-winning producer and filmmaker from Cairo, Remonās dynamic vision led to the inception of...
Global Innovation Spotlight
How Popular Are Pickup Trucks in American Car Sharing?
From Workhorses to Weekend Getaways: The Rise of Pickups in Car Sharing
From Workhorses to Weekend Getaways: The Rise of Pickups in Car Sharing Pickup trucks arenāt just vehicles in Americaātheyāre a lifestyle. For decades, theyāve been hauling gear, towing trailers, and getting folks out into the wild or across town with a mattress strapped in the back. But lately, pickups have...
INNOVATION Quebec
MECANIUM
CCTT EN MĆCATRONIQUE ET MĆCANIQUE INDUSTRIELLE
MECANIUM a pour mission dāaccompagner les PME manufacturiĆØres du QuĆ©bec par la conception et la fabrication de solutions mĆ©catroniques afin dāaccroĆ®tre leurs connaissances, leur productivitĆ©, leur compĆ©titivitĆ© et la qualitĆ© de leurs produits et procĆ©dĆ©s. Il a Ć©galement le devoir de contribuer Ć la formation dans son milieu par le...
INNOVATE⢠Vancouver Vol.2
FOXTRAIL CANADA
(RE)DISCOVERING VANCOUVER WITH THE CLEVER FOX
What if you were challenged to go outside to solve puzzles, find and play with hidden objects, and enjoy sightseeing and off-the-beaten-path gems in beautiful Vancouver? Yes, we know youād say yes. Foxtrail is a popular outdoor self-guided team-building adventure that combines scavenger hunts, escape games, and sightseeing. Founded 21...
INNOVATE⢠Flanders
TRANSPORT EN LOGISTIEK VLAANDEREN
UNLOCKING THE FULL POTENTIAL OF THE ROAD TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS SECTOR
Every year, the number of transport and logistics companies in Belgium keeps growing. All projections show that the transportation of goods by the road will also continue to grow in the following 20 years. The sector thus plays a vital role in the Belgian economy. However, with rising costs, stricter...
INNOVATION Quebec
Entrepreneuriat ULaval (Ā« EUL Ā»)
Est lāincubateur dāentreprises innovantes et responsables de lāUniversitĆ© Laval, Ć QuĆ©bec
EUL propulse vers le succĆØs les entrepreneures et entrepreneurs de la communautĆ© universitaire qui rĆŖvent grand et dont lāentreprise a des potentiels de croissance et dāimpact sociĆ©tal Ć©levĆ©s. Louis-Philippe Pleau, CEO & Co-Founder of LumIR Lasers EUL accompagne des jeunes pousses dans le domaine de la haute technologie appliquĆ©e principalement...
INNOVATE⢠South Africa
INTEGER HOTSPOT
THE INNO-GRATION AGENCY
āInno-grationā? For IntegerHotspotās, true innovation, founded in full integration, has informed the approach and ethos since day one. And has afforded the agency an edge since before certain interpretations of āintegrationā infiltrated agency zeitgeist. THE INTEGRATION ARCHETYPEIntegerHotspotās was founded in 1999 by advertising maverick, Di Wilson as Pod Communications. From...
Global Innovation Spotlight
The Rise of AI Conferences in 2024:
A Look at the Most Important Events and Topics
Artificial intelligence, or as it is commonly referred to, AI conferences date back to the 1960s and have tremendously expanded from niche gatherings that mainly catered to academia to industry-focused and entrepreneurial assemblies. This is where researchers, policymakers, and professionals from global tech companies collaborate on various aspects of the...
INNOVATEĀ® New Jersey Vol.2
PRINCETON NUENERGY
REVOLUTIONIZING LITHIUM-ION BATTERY RECYCLINGTHE RISE OF PRINCETON NUENERGY
In the heart of innovation, within Princeton University, a remarkable journey began that will soon redefine the landscape of lithium-ion battery recycling. Founded in 2019, Princeton NuEnergy (PNE) embarked on a mission to revolutionize the way we view, handle, and recycle critical materials throughout all stages of battery production and...
INNOVATION Quebec
PRIMA
Se démarquer sur les marchés grâce aux matériaux avancés et⦠Prima Quebec
PRIMA QuĆ©bec, le PĆ“le de recherche et dāinnovation en matĆ©riaux avancĆ©s, anime et soutient lāĆ©cosystĆØme des matĆ©riaux avancĆ©s en privilĆ©giant lāinnovation collaborative pour le dĆ©veloppement Ć©conomique du QuĆ©bec Il est le catalyseur privilĆ©giĆ© entre les milieux industriel et la recherche. En tant que regroupement sectoriel de recherche industrielle (RSRI),...
INNOVATE⢠Adelaide
SONICLEAN
Single product, single focus, single outcome
Single product, single focus, single outcome NEXT GENERATION CLEANING TECHNOLOGYSoniclean is an established multi-award-winning medical device company boasting over 30 years of ultrasonic technology research and development for the primary purpose of cleaning surgical instruments. Sonicleanās commitment and focus is on user and patient safety, providing a machine with this...