Stories of Innovation
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
MASON ENTERPRISE
Building the Entrepreneurs of Today and Tomorrow
Mason EnterpriseTM is a George Mason University-based economic development division that focuses the energy, skills, and intellectual capital of Virginians on new company creation and small business expansion. Through 24 intertwined, complementary programs that include business counseling, workshops, training, and connection to university assets (research, class projects, interns), Mason Enterprise...
INNOVATE® South Florida
SUSTAINABASE
INNOVATING FOR THE PLANET TO EMPOWER GLOBAL AND LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
SUSTAINABASE, A CARBON ACCOUNTING SOLUTION, EMPOWERS COMPANIES AND COMMUNITIES TO DE-RISK IN THE GROWING LOW-CARBON ECONOMY. In the heart of South Florida, often cited as ground zero for climate change and a burgeoning climate tech hub, SustainaBase stands out as a beacon of sustainability and environmental stewardship. Founded on the...
INNOVATE® Chicago Vol.1
SHIPBOB
The Trusted Global Omnifulfillment Platform To Scale Your Ecommerce Business And Meet Customer Expectations Everywhere They Shop
INNOVATE™ Stockholm
4thBrain
Reimagining Enterprises for the AI Age
Tackling The Outdated Enterprise Software in a New Era Despite advancements in technology, many enterprises remain trapped in outdated software systems. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) tools, the backbone of modern organizations, are static, rigid, and expensive to implement and maintain. They fail to keep pace with the speed and complexity...
INNOVATE™ Flanders
MEDICAVISIE
Be Healthier Today
MEDICAVISIE, a proud Belgian company, specializes in importing and distributing MULTISCAN systems across Europe, focusing on prevention, lifestyle, and health. Overconsumption often leads people to lose focus on their health goals and the steps to monitor and maintain their lifestyle and well-being effectively. Gaining an objective understanding of your personal...
INNOVATE® Georgia
DJJ Technologies
Building The Future
A Journey of Transformation The story of DJJ Technologies is deeply intertwined with the personal journey of its founder. James began his career at AT&T in 1984, where he honed his skills by selling telephone systems and computers to major oil companies across Texas. His move to Atlanta in 1986...
INNOVATION Quebec
GERAD
L’INTELLIGENCE NUMÉRIQUE AU SERVICE DE L’INNOVATION
Qui sommes-nousLe GERAD est un centre de recherche interuniversitaire au cœur de l’intelligence numérique. Il se veut un pôle de référence en matière de mathématiques de la décision et de ses applications dans les systèmes complexes, en fédérant des chercheurs universitaires et industriels pour la réalisation de projets de recherche...
INNOVATE® South Carolina
Spartanburg Community College
Chasing Dreams, Transforming Futures
Helping Students Dream it. Chase it. Live it. Spartanburg Community College (SCC) transforms lives and communities through accessible, high-quality education and workforce development. Committed to fostering student success and economic growth, SCC equips learners with the skills and knowledge to excel in their careers. With five campuses across Spartanburg, Cherokee,...
Global Innovation Spotlight
The economy of the fandom experience:
Merch, innovation, and sustainability
Everybody’s part of a fandom nowadays, with many people being part of several communities for different musicians, bands, movies, series, and sports teams at the same time. Since many are quite passionate about the fandoms they’re part of, it’s natural that they’d want to wear their interests on their sleeve....
INNOVATE™ Stockholm
Next Agents
Driving Sustainability and Innovation in Stockholm
HOW NEXT AGENTS IS SHAPING THE FUTURE Stockholm is globally recognized as a hub for innovation, particularly in sustainability, and Next Agents plays a pivotal role in advancing this ecosystem. Sustainability-driven innovation lies at the heart of Next Agents’ mission to empower businesses to create solutions that benefit people, the...
INNOVATE® Nashville
THE WONDRY
From Innovation Ambition to Innovation Capacity- The Wond’ry Anchors a Vibrant University Innovation Ecosystem
The Wond’ry, Vanderbilt University’s center for innovation, serves as a catalyst for efforts to build and strengthen innovation capacity in the region. The Wond’ry provides space, mentorship, programming and other resources designed to facilitate cross-disciplinary collaboration among students, faculty, staff, and alumni from across all parts of Vanderbilt and from...
INNOVATION Quebec
LE CNETE
LE TISSU INDUSTRIEL DU CANADA ÉTANT COMPOSÉ DE PME, ON NE PEUT PENSER QUE CHACUNE D’ELLE SE DOTE D’UN LABORATOIRE OU D’UN DÉPARTEMENT DE RECHERCHE. Dans les faits, bien peu possèdent les équipements nécessaires et les ressources humaines sensibles à l’importance de l’innovation continue. Le CNETE vient combler ces besoins....
INNOVATE® Puerto Rico
CENTRO PARA EMPRENDEDORES:
NORMALIZING SUPPORT WHILE DOING A BUSINESS
Establishing a business is without a doubt one of the most rewarding experiences anyone can have, but it is also one of the most difficult journeys someone can go through. That was the main reason for creating Centro para Emprendedores, to celebrate every accomplishment of entrepreneurs and business owners in...
Global Innovation Spotlight
Building a Web3 Artist Portfolio:
From NFTs to Decentralized Fan Communities
The digital revolution in music continues to evolve at a dizzying pace. While traditional online presence remains crucial, as detailed in Online Reputation for Artists: Building Your Digital Legacy, we’re witnessing a seismic shift toward Web3 technologies that promises to reshape how artists connect with their audiences and monetize their work....
INNOVATE™ Oeiras
AQVA MORE
FOR THE WATER EFFICIENCY OF BUILDINGS/ PARA A EFICIÊNCIA HÍDRICA DOS EDIFÍCIOS
From Taguspark, AQVA MORE develops a water saving system for homes and services. AQVA MORE, a startup based at the Taguspark Incubator, has developed a technological system, intuitive and easy to install in any home, which allows for considerable water savings. For example, in a household of four people, the...
INNOVATE™ Oeiras
Grundfos
We Develop Water Solutions For The World
Grundfos Is One Of The World’s Leading Water Technology Companies. We Are Committed To Pioneering Solutions To The World’s Water And Climate Challenges And Improving The Quality Of Life For People. Pumps are our business. We are a pump company connecting with millions and millions of people every day, and we set the standard in terms of...
INNOVATE® South Florida
ModMed
Pioneering Healthcare Innovation Through Technological Excellence and Visionary Leadership
In the bustling landscape of healthcare technology, Modernizing Medicine®, Inc., commonly known as ModMed®, emerges as a beacon of innovation and efficiency. Founded in 2010 by Daniel Cane and Dr. Michael Sherling, ModMed has etched its name in the industry by seamlessly integrating advanced technology with medical practices. The inception...
INNOVATE® Milwaukee
BROOKSOURCE
A RELATIONSHIP-FOCUSED APPROACH TO BUILDING THE FUTURE OF TECH & MILWAUKEE!
Since 2000, Brooksource has established and maintained lasting relationships with its clients, consultants, and the Milwaukee community to create unparalleled experiences. Brooksource is a trusted services provider that specializes in delivering Engineering and IT initiatives for Fortune 500 organizations and the public sector through Experience-Driven Staffing, Professional Services, as well...
INNOVATION Quebec
MEDTEQ+
SUPPORTING AND ACCELERATING THE DEVELOPMENT AND COMMERCIALIZATION OF HEALTHCARE TECHNOLOGIES
How can we ensure that the healthcare technologies we develop are robust enough to break into different markets? How can we support, and coach Quebec entrepreneurs as well as help stimulate the innovation ecosystem? This is the mission of MEDTEQ+ , a panCanadian consortium for industrial research and innovation in...
Finly .io- Productive Power
Consider this scenario: a 35% boost in productivity, 0% cash leakage and 68% less working capital requirement for businesses. It might seem like fiction at first glance, but a Bengaluru-based FinTech startup is helping businesses achieve such numbers. Conceptualised as a governance suite for all finance processes, Finly’s finance software...
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...
INNOVATION Quebec
THE CONCORDIA APPLIED AI INSTITUTE (AI2)
The Concordia Applied AI Institute (AI2) is a multidisciplinary applied research unit representing more than 120 Faculty members and their graduate students from the 4 Concordia University Faculties: Arts and Science, Fine Arts, Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science, and John Molson School of Business. Organized in 3...
INNOVATE® New Jersey Vol.2
RUTGERS RESEARCH
Complex societal challenges require innovative solutions that transform and improve lives around the world. As a top 20 public research university with more than 300 research centers and institutions, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, offers a wide variety of programs that drive and support diverse and inclusive research,...
INNOVATE™ Toronto
ERICSSON
Imagine A World Where Limitless Connectivity Means Limitless Possibility, It’s Possible
Ericsson has been a critical part of Canada’s innovation and R&D story for 69 years. We are committed to driving the country’s digital agenda through turning-point technologies such as 5G. This means enabling Canada’s industries and service providers to lead on the world stage, supporting major service providers on their...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
MASON ENTERPRISE
Building the Entrepreneurs of Today and Tomorrow
Mason EnterpriseTM is a George Mason University-based economic development division that focuses the energy, skills, and intellectual capital of Virginians on new company creation and small business expansion. Through 24 intertwined, complementary programs that include business counseling, workshops, training, and connection to university assets (research, class projects, interns), Mason Enterprise...
INNOVATE® South Florida
SUSTAINABASE
INNOVATING FOR THE PLANET TO EMPOWER GLOBAL AND LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
SUSTAINABASE, A CARBON ACCOUNTING SOLUTION, EMPOWERS COMPANIES AND COMMUNITIES TO DE-RISK IN THE GROWING LOW-CARBON ECONOMY. In the heart of South Florida, often cited as ground zero for climate change and a burgeoning climate tech hub, SustainaBase stands out as a beacon of sustainability and environmental stewardship. Founded on the...
INNOVATE® Chicago Vol.1
SHIPBOB
The Trusted Global Omnifulfillment Platform To Scale Your Ecommerce Business And Meet Customer Expectations Everywhere They Shop
INNOVATE™ Stockholm
4thBrain
Reimagining Enterprises for the AI Age
Tackling The Outdated Enterprise Software in a New Era Despite advancements in technology, many enterprises remain trapped in outdated software systems. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) tools, the backbone of modern organizations, are static, rigid, and expensive to implement and maintain. They fail to keep pace with the speed and complexity...
INNOVATE™ Flanders
MEDICAVISIE
Be Healthier Today
MEDICAVISIE, a proud Belgian company, specializes in importing and distributing MULTISCAN systems across Europe, focusing on prevention, lifestyle, and health. Overconsumption often leads people to lose focus on their health goals and the steps to monitor and maintain their lifestyle and well-being effectively. Gaining an objective understanding of your personal...
INNOVATE® Georgia
DJJ Technologies
Building The Future
A Journey of Transformation The story of DJJ Technologies is deeply intertwined with the personal journey of its founder. James began his career at AT&T in 1984, where he honed his skills by selling telephone systems and computers to major oil companies across Texas. His move to Atlanta in 1986...
INNOVATION Quebec
GERAD
L’INTELLIGENCE NUMÉRIQUE AU SERVICE DE L’INNOVATION
Qui sommes-nousLe GERAD est un centre de recherche interuniversitaire au cœur de l’intelligence numérique. Il se veut un pôle de référence en matière de mathématiques de la décision et de ses applications dans les systèmes complexes, en fédérant des chercheurs universitaires et industriels pour la réalisation de projets de recherche...
INNOVATE® South Carolina
Spartanburg Community College
Chasing Dreams, Transforming Futures
Helping Students Dream it. Chase it. Live it. Spartanburg Community College (SCC) transforms lives and communities through accessible, high-quality education and workforce development. Committed to fostering student success and economic growth, SCC equips learners with the skills and knowledge to excel in their careers. With five campuses across Spartanburg, Cherokee,...
Global Innovation Spotlight
The economy of the fandom experience:
Merch, innovation, and sustainability
Everybody’s part of a fandom nowadays, with many people being part of several communities for different musicians, bands, movies, series, and sports teams at the same time. Since many are quite passionate about the fandoms they’re part of, it’s natural that they’d want to wear their interests on their sleeve....
INNOVATE™ Stockholm
Next Agents
Driving Sustainability and Innovation in Stockholm
HOW NEXT AGENTS IS SHAPING THE FUTURE Stockholm is globally recognized as a hub for innovation, particularly in sustainability, and Next Agents plays a pivotal role in advancing this ecosystem. Sustainability-driven innovation lies at the heart of Next Agents’ mission to empower businesses to create solutions that benefit people, the...
INNOVATE® Nashville
THE WONDRY
From Innovation Ambition to Innovation Capacity- The Wond’ry Anchors a Vibrant University Innovation Ecosystem
The Wond’ry, Vanderbilt University’s center for innovation, serves as a catalyst for efforts to build and strengthen innovation capacity in the region. The Wond’ry provides space, mentorship, programming and other resources designed to facilitate cross-disciplinary collaboration among students, faculty, staff, and alumni from across all parts of Vanderbilt and from...
INNOVATION Quebec
LE CNETE
LE TISSU INDUSTRIEL DU CANADA ÉTANT COMPOSÉ DE PME, ON NE PEUT PENSER QUE CHACUNE D’ELLE SE DOTE D’UN LABORATOIRE OU D’UN DÉPARTEMENT DE RECHERCHE. Dans les faits, bien peu possèdent les équipements nécessaires et les ressources humaines sensibles à l’importance de l’innovation continue. Le CNETE vient combler ces besoins....
INNOVATE® Puerto Rico
CENTRO PARA EMPRENDEDORES:
NORMALIZING SUPPORT WHILE DOING A BUSINESS
Establishing a business is without a doubt one of the most rewarding experiences anyone can have, but it is also one of the most difficult journeys someone can go through. That was the main reason for creating Centro para Emprendedores, to celebrate every accomplishment of entrepreneurs and business owners in...
Global Innovation Spotlight
Building a Web3 Artist Portfolio:
From NFTs to Decentralized Fan Communities
The digital revolution in music continues to evolve at a dizzying pace. While traditional online presence remains crucial, as detailed in Online Reputation for Artists: Building Your Digital Legacy, we’re witnessing a seismic shift toward Web3 technologies that promises to reshape how artists connect with their audiences and monetize their work....
INNOVATE™ Oeiras
AQVA MORE
FOR THE WATER EFFICIENCY OF BUILDINGS/ PARA A EFICIÊNCIA HÍDRICA DOS EDIFÍCIOS
From Taguspark, AQVA MORE develops a water saving system for homes and services. AQVA MORE, a startup based at the Taguspark Incubator, has developed a technological system, intuitive and easy to install in any home, which allows for considerable water savings. For example, in a household of four people, the...
INNOVATE™ Oeiras
Grundfos
We Develop Water Solutions For The World
Grundfos Is One Of The World’s Leading Water Technology Companies. We Are Committed To Pioneering Solutions To The World’s Water And Climate Challenges And Improving The Quality Of Life For People. Pumps are our business. We are a pump company connecting with millions and millions of people every day, and we set the standard in terms of...
INNOVATE® South Florida
ModMed
Pioneering Healthcare Innovation Through Technological Excellence and Visionary Leadership
In the bustling landscape of healthcare technology, Modernizing Medicine®, Inc., commonly known as ModMed®, emerges as a beacon of innovation and efficiency. Founded in 2010 by Daniel Cane and Dr. Michael Sherling, ModMed has etched its name in the industry by seamlessly integrating advanced technology with medical practices. The inception...
INNOVATE® Milwaukee
BROOKSOURCE
A RELATIONSHIP-FOCUSED APPROACH TO BUILDING THE FUTURE OF TECH & MILWAUKEE!
Since 2000, Brooksource has established and maintained lasting relationships with its clients, consultants, and the Milwaukee community to create unparalleled experiences. Brooksource is a trusted services provider that specializes in delivering Engineering and IT initiatives for Fortune 500 organizations and the public sector through Experience-Driven Staffing, Professional Services, as well...
INNOVATION Quebec
MEDTEQ+
SUPPORTING AND ACCELERATING THE DEVELOPMENT AND COMMERCIALIZATION OF HEALTHCARE TECHNOLOGIES
How can we ensure that the healthcare technologies we develop are robust enough to break into different markets? How can we support, and coach Quebec entrepreneurs as well as help stimulate the innovation ecosystem? This is the mission of MEDTEQ+ , a panCanadian consortium for industrial research and innovation in...
Finly .io- Productive Power
Consider this scenario: a 35% boost in productivity, 0% cash leakage and 68% less working capital requirement for businesses. It might seem like fiction at first glance, but a Bengaluru-based FinTech startup is helping businesses achieve such numbers. Conceptualised as a governance suite for all finance processes, Finly’s finance software...
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...
INNOVATION Quebec
THE CONCORDIA APPLIED AI INSTITUTE (AI2)
The Concordia Applied AI Institute (AI2) is a multidisciplinary applied research unit representing more than 120 Faculty members and their graduate students from the 4 Concordia University Faculties: Arts and Science, Fine Arts, Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science, and John Molson School of Business. Organized in 3...
INNOVATE® New Jersey Vol.2
RUTGERS RESEARCH
Complex societal challenges require innovative solutions that transform and improve lives around the world. As a top 20 public research university with more than 300 research centers and institutions, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, offers a wide variety of programs that drive and support diverse and inclusive research,...
INNOVATE™ Toronto
ERICSSON
Imagine A World Where Limitless Connectivity Means Limitless Possibility, It’s Possible
Ericsson has been a critical part of Canada’s innovation and R&D story for 69 years. We are committed to driving the country’s digital agenda through turning-point technologies such as 5G. This means enabling Canada’s industries and service providers to lead on the world stage, supporting major service providers on their...