Stories of Innovation
INNOVATE® Nashville
Holland & Knight
Service Without Boundaries
Founded in 1889, Holland & Knight is a global law firm with more than 2,200 lawyers and other professionals in 35 offices throughout the world. The Firm’s lawyers provide representation in litigation, business, real estate and governmental law. Interdisciplinary practice groups and industry-based teams provide clients with efficient access to...
INNOVATION Quebec
QUEBEC CENTER FOR INNOVATION IN BIOTECHNOLOGY (CQIB)
THE QBIC, AT THE HEART OF THE LIFE SCIENCES ENTREPRENEURIAL ECOSYSTEM
Readers of this publication know that Quebec is an incredibly fertile breeding ground for innovation. One of the reasons we generate so much innovation in Quebec is that we have mobilizing organizations in place that catalyze our expertise and knowledge. Among these organizations, the Québec Biotechnology Innovation Centre (QBIC) stands...
INNOVATE™ South Africa
DISCOVERY
CAN A COMPANY REALLY MAKE PEOPLE HEALTHIER?
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, non-communicable diseases (NCDs) were already a priority on the global health agenda, responsible for 70% of deaths at a significant and escalating cost to the international economy. The pandemic has magnified the importance of addressing lifestyle-related risk: global research demonstrates that more than 50% of COVID-19...
INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2
EMERGE BUILDING SOLUTIONS
A FULLY INTEGRATED CONSTRUCTION COMPANY THAT FOCUSES ON THE RESIDENTIAL MULTI-UNIT MARKET
With over 27 years of experience delivering high-quality construction projects. Emerge starts construction by building components of the project in a manufacturing plant for the above-ground portion of a multi-story building at the time of groundbreaking. While the underground foundation and parking structure is being constructed, concrete and steel precast...
INNOVATE™ Bristol & Bath
Bristol Private Equity Club
ELEVATOR PITCH Bristol Private Equity Club (BPEC) was founded by Jerry Barnes alongside five local influential and successful entrepreneurs in May 2016 and has, to date, provided circa £6M to 18 Bristol-based tech companies, some of whom are progressing to being globally-recognised leaders in their specialised sector. These investments have...
INNOVATE™ Flanders
LIVING TOMORROW
A BEACON AND LANDMARK OF INNOVATION
The Living Tomorrow Innovation Campus in Vilvoorde, Brussels, is one of Europe’s leading innovation centers. Along with a vast network of partners, they create ideas and visions that make living in the future more comfortable and enjoyable. A massive blue tower reaching 50 meters into the sky literally lifts you...
INNOVATE™ Atlantic Canada
DIGITAL NOVA SCOTIA (DNS)
LEADING NOVA SCOTIA’S DIGITAL INDUSTRY SINCE 1989
With digital adoption and transformation now vital, Digital Nova Scotia (DNS) leads the charge in championing the growth of the province’s digital economy. DNS is the industry association for Nova Scotia’s$3.6 billion ICT and digital technologies industry – and it has been representing the sector for more than three decades....
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...
INNOVATION Quebec
LA GUILDE DU JEU VIDÉO DU QUÉBEC
A MAJOR PLAYER IN THE INDUSTRY
La Guilde du jeu vidéo du Québec, born from the merger between the Alliance numérique and La Guilde des développeurs de jeux indépendants du Québec, is a Cooperative which brings together video game studios, academic institutions and entrepreneurs from related fields established in Quebec. With more than 300 members, the...
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
PÔLE SUR LA VILLE RÉSILIENTE
ET SON TIERS LIEU MIXCITÉ, UNIVERSITÉ DU QUÉBEC À MONTRÉAL
Les villes sont appelées à se transformer profondément dans les prochaines décennies autant pour s’adapter aux importants changements environnementaux qui découlent du mode de développement basé sur la croissance continue que pour atténuer les externalités négatives de l’urbanité. En fait, on peut avoir pour ambition que les villes participent à...
INNOVATE™ South Africa
KOLT Creatives
UNTAPPED POTENTIAL
Untapped potential: a breeding ground for innovation and disruption. South Africa is overflowing with infinite talent. Unlocking their potential means unlocking opportunities. Millennials are excelling by themselves and for themselves. South Africa’s students and junior talent are the very essence of untapped potential. They are breaking down barriers. Alexa Georga...
INNOVATE® Austin Volume 2
TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY
REVOLUTIONIZING HIGHER EDUCATION THROUGH A TOP-TIER RESEARCH ENTERPRISE
TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY A KEY PLAYER IN AUSTIN’S INNOVATION ECOSYSTEMDriving from San Marcos to Austin, you can’t help but notice all the growth taking place along the I-35 corridor. With a population boom in Central Texas concentrated around the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos metropolitan, and well on its way to merging...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
CUBISMI
A Vanguard of Healthcare’s Transformation
“Grassroots physician leadership will be vital for patient-centered transformative innovation.” – Dr. Moira Schieke Cubismi is redefining the frontiers of healthcare through the synergy of AI, cloud, and physician-led human-centered design. Guided by the visionary leadership of Dr. Moira Schieke, Cubismi is leading transformative innovation to usher in a new...
INNOVATE® South Carolina
BENEDICT COLLEGE
Pioneering an Entrepreneurial Revolution
In the heart of Columbia, South Carolina, Benedict College is redefining the landscape of higher education by fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. At the forefront of this transformation is the Burroughs Enterprise, Startup, and Technology (B.E.S.T.) Innovation Lab, a dynamic hub that empowers students, faculty, and entrepreneurs to...
INNOVATE® Georgia
WILLIAM MILLS AGENCY
INFLUENCING WHAT THE INDUSTRY TALKS ABOUT
William Mills Agency (WMA) has been at the forefront of financial technology innovation since its inception. A storied company and perennially one of the top five public relations agencies in Georgia, WMA is trusted by financial companies and institutions around the country and the world. The agency’s history extends before...
INNOVATE™ Estonia
.Contriber
THE ENTREPRENEUR WAY BY . CONTRIBER UNLOCKING THE CONNECTION BETWEEN PERSONAL GROWTH AND BUSINESS SUCCESS
THE ENTREPRENEUR WAY BY . CONTRIBER UNLOCKING THE CONNECTION BETWEEN PERSONAL GROWTH AND BUSINESS SUCCESS In the world of entrepreneurship, challenges are inevitable. From scaling sales to perfecting your business model or finding the right talent, every problem seems to have a solution just out of reach. The Entrepreneur Way...
INNOVATE™ Flanders
CITY OF GHENT
Imagine a city where centuries-old architecture seamlessly blends with cutting-edge innovation—where creativity, dynamism, and growth are the norm. Welcome to Ghent, the European technology capital that attracts entrepreneurs from around the globe. Ghent’s strength lies in its strategic alliances across biotech, healthtech, digital tech, and cleantech. This collaborative community is...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
NEXTGENPRENEUR
Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders Today
NEXTGENPRENEUR is revolutionizing the future for young women and girls, transforming them into tomorrow’s leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs. This powerhouse of empowerment is an edtech and learning platform that arms middle and high-school-aged girls with crucial life and leadership skills missing from traditional education. Leading this bold initiative is Founder...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
Curbio
The Power of Modern Technology In Home Improvement and Real Estate
“Curbio is the most trusted pre-listing home improvement company for thousands of respected agents and brokerages nationwide.” Curbio is a guiding light of innovation in the real estate sector, making home improvement a seamless, modern experience for real estate agents and their clients. As the leading pre-listing home improvement company...
INNOVATE® Puerto Rico
JOIN A JOIN
FIND YOUR UNIQUE PLACE TO STAY
ABOUT US:Join a Join (JAJ) www.joinajoin.com was founded in 2014 and today endures its start-up and entrepreneurial spirit. Local company with presence in the emerging short-term rental segment of the hospitality industry. It has developed solid brand awareness and equity in the Puerto Rico (PR) market, representing a trusted option for hosts...
INNOVATE® South Florida
VETERANS FLORIDA
EMPOWERING VETERANS: THE VETERANS FLORIDA ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAM AT FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY
EMPOWERING VETERANS: THE VETERANS FLORIDA ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAM AT FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY A Decade of Innovation and Veteran Success The Veterans Florida Entrepreneurship Program at Florida Atlantic University is a transformative initiative designed to equip veterans with the skills, resources, and support needed to launch and grow successful businesses. Now entering...
INNOVATE® Detroit
FRANCO
The Power of Relationships, Culture & Innovation Propels Franco to 60 Years of Success
When you think of Detroit and the public relations industry, it may not be obvious at first how much they have in common. But anyone working in the PR industry in the city will tell you both have weathered significant changes over the past several decades. Founded in 1964 in...
INNOVATE® Nashville
LIPSCOMB UNIVERSITY
INSPIRING INNOVATION AROUND AN ENDURING PURPOSE
What never changes: Christ-centeredness and transformative experiences.What drives change: Curiosity and courage. For more than 134 years, Lipscomb University has been a Christ-centered academic institution rooted in purpose-driven education. Located in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, Lipscomb is one of the few institutions in the nation offering educational pathways from...
INNOVATE® Nashville
Holland & Knight
Service Without Boundaries
Founded in 1889, Holland & Knight is a global law firm with more than 2,200 lawyers and other professionals in 35 offices throughout the world. The Firm’s lawyers provide representation in litigation, business, real estate and governmental law. Interdisciplinary practice groups and industry-based teams provide clients with efficient access to...
INNOVATION Quebec
QUEBEC CENTER FOR INNOVATION IN BIOTECHNOLOGY (CQIB)
THE QBIC, AT THE HEART OF THE LIFE SCIENCES ENTREPRENEURIAL ECOSYSTEM
Readers of this publication know that Quebec is an incredibly fertile breeding ground for innovation. One of the reasons we generate so much innovation in Quebec is that we have mobilizing organizations in place that catalyze our expertise and knowledge. Among these organizations, the Québec Biotechnology Innovation Centre (QBIC) stands...
INNOVATE™ South Africa
DISCOVERY
CAN A COMPANY REALLY MAKE PEOPLE HEALTHIER?
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, non-communicable diseases (NCDs) were already a priority on the global health agenda, responsible for 70% of deaths at a significant and escalating cost to the international economy. The pandemic has magnified the importance of addressing lifestyle-related risk: global research demonstrates that more than 50% of COVID-19...
INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2
EMERGE BUILDING SOLUTIONS
A FULLY INTEGRATED CONSTRUCTION COMPANY THAT FOCUSES ON THE RESIDENTIAL MULTI-UNIT MARKET
With over 27 years of experience delivering high-quality construction projects. Emerge starts construction by building components of the project in a manufacturing plant for the above-ground portion of a multi-story building at the time of groundbreaking. While the underground foundation and parking structure is being constructed, concrete and steel precast...
INNOVATE™ Bristol & Bath
Bristol Private Equity Club
ELEVATOR PITCH Bristol Private Equity Club (BPEC) was founded by Jerry Barnes alongside five local influential and successful entrepreneurs in May 2016 and has, to date, provided circa £6M to 18 Bristol-based tech companies, some of whom are progressing to being globally-recognised leaders in their specialised sector. These investments have...
INNOVATE™ Flanders
LIVING TOMORROW
A BEACON AND LANDMARK OF INNOVATION
The Living Tomorrow Innovation Campus in Vilvoorde, Brussels, is one of Europe’s leading innovation centers. Along with a vast network of partners, they create ideas and visions that make living in the future more comfortable and enjoyable. A massive blue tower reaching 50 meters into the sky literally lifts you...
INNOVATE™ Atlantic Canada
DIGITAL NOVA SCOTIA (DNS)
LEADING NOVA SCOTIA’S DIGITAL INDUSTRY SINCE 1989
With digital adoption and transformation now vital, Digital Nova Scotia (DNS) leads the charge in championing the growth of the province’s digital economy. DNS is the industry association for Nova Scotia’s$3.6 billion ICT and digital technologies industry – and it has been representing the sector for more than three decades....
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...
INNOVATION Quebec
LA GUILDE DU JEU VIDÉO DU QUÉBEC
A MAJOR PLAYER IN THE INDUSTRY
La Guilde du jeu vidéo du Québec, born from the merger between the Alliance numérique and La Guilde des développeurs de jeux indépendants du Québec, is a Cooperative which brings together video game studios, academic institutions and entrepreneurs from related fields established in Quebec. With more than 300 members, the...
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
PÔLE SUR LA VILLE RÉSILIENTE
ET SON TIERS LIEU MIXCITÉ, UNIVERSITÉ DU QUÉBEC À MONTRÉAL
Les villes sont appelées à se transformer profondément dans les prochaines décennies autant pour s’adapter aux importants changements environnementaux qui découlent du mode de développement basé sur la croissance continue que pour atténuer les externalités négatives de l’urbanité. En fait, on peut avoir pour ambition que les villes participent à...
INNOVATE™ South Africa
KOLT Creatives
UNTAPPED POTENTIAL
Untapped potential: a breeding ground for innovation and disruption. South Africa is overflowing with infinite talent. Unlocking their potential means unlocking opportunities. Millennials are excelling by themselves and for themselves. South Africa’s students and junior talent are the very essence of untapped potential. They are breaking down barriers. Alexa Georga...
INNOVATE® Austin Volume 2
TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY
REVOLUTIONIZING HIGHER EDUCATION THROUGH A TOP-TIER RESEARCH ENTERPRISE
TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY A KEY PLAYER IN AUSTIN’S INNOVATION ECOSYSTEMDriving from San Marcos to Austin, you can’t help but notice all the growth taking place along the I-35 corridor. With a population boom in Central Texas concentrated around the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos metropolitan, and well on its way to merging...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
CUBISMI
A Vanguard of Healthcare’s Transformation
“Grassroots physician leadership will be vital for patient-centered transformative innovation.” – Dr. Moira Schieke Cubismi is redefining the frontiers of healthcare through the synergy of AI, cloud, and physician-led human-centered design. Guided by the visionary leadership of Dr. Moira Schieke, Cubismi is leading transformative innovation to usher in a new...
INNOVATE® South Carolina
BENEDICT COLLEGE
Pioneering an Entrepreneurial Revolution
In the heart of Columbia, South Carolina, Benedict College is redefining the landscape of higher education by fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. At the forefront of this transformation is the Burroughs Enterprise, Startup, and Technology (B.E.S.T.) Innovation Lab, a dynamic hub that empowers students, faculty, and entrepreneurs to...
INNOVATE® Georgia
WILLIAM MILLS AGENCY
INFLUENCING WHAT THE INDUSTRY TALKS ABOUT
William Mills Agency (WMA) has been at the forefront of financial technology innovation since its inception. A storied company and perennially one of the top five public relations agencies in Georgia, WMA is trusted by financial companies and institutions around the country and the world. The agency’s history extends before...
INNOVATE™ Estonia
.Contriber
THE ENTREPRENEUR WAY BY . CONTRIBER UNLOCKING THE CONNECTION BETWEEN PERSONAL GROWTH AND BUSINESS SUCCESS
THE ENTREPRENEUR WAY BY . CONTRIBER UNLOCKING THE CONNECTION BETWEEN PERSONAL GROWTH AND BUSINESS SUCCESS In the world of entrepreneurship, challenges are inevitable. From scaling sales to perfecting your business model or finding the right talent, every problem seems to have a solution just out of reach. The Entrepreneur Way...
INNOVATE™ Flanders
CITY OF GHENT
Imagine a city where centuries-old architecture seamlessly blends with cutting-edge innovation—where creativity, dynamism, and growth are the norm. Welcome to Ghent, the European technology capital that attracts entrepreneurs from around the globe. Ghent’s strength lies in its strategic alliances across biotech, healthtech, digital tech, and cleantech. This collaborative community is...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
NEXTGENPRENEUR
Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders Today
NEXTGENPRENEUR is revolutionizing the future for young women and girls, transforming them into tomorrow’s leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs. This powerhouse of empowerment is an edtech and learning platform that arms middle and high-school-aged girls with crucial life and leadership skills missing from traditional education. Leading this bold initiative is Founder...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
Curbio
The Power of Modern Technology In Home Improvement and Real Estate
“Curbio is the most trusted pre-listing home improvement company for thousands of respected agents and brokerages nationwide.” Curbio is a guiding light of innovation in the real estate sector, making home improvement a seamless, modern experience for real estate agents and their clients. As the leading pre-listing home improvement company...
INNOVATE® Puerto Rico
JOIN A JOIN
FIND YOUR UNIQUE PLACE TO STAY
ABOUT US:Join a Join (JAJ) www.joinajoin.com was founded in 2014 and today endures its start-up and entrepreneurial spirit. Local company with presence in the emerging short-term rental segment of the hospitality industry. It has developed solid brand awareness and equity in the Puerto Rico (PR) market, representing a trusted option for hosts...
INNOVATE® South Florida
VETERANS FLORIDA
EMPOWERING VETERANS: THE VETERANS FLORIDA ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAM AT FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY
EMPOWERING VETERANS: THE VETERANS FLORIDA ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAM AT FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY A Decade of Innovation and Veteran Success The Veterans Florida Entrepreneurship Program at Florida Atlantic University is a transformative initiative designed to equip veterans with the skills, resources, and support needed to launch and grow successful businesses. Now entering...
INNOVATE® Detroit
FRANCO
The Power of Relationships, Culture & Innovation Propels Franco to 60 Years of Success
When you think of Detroit and the public relations industry, it may not be obvious at first how much they have in common. But anyone working in the PR industry in the city will tell you both have weathered significant changes over the past several decades. Founded in 1964 in...
INNOVATE® Nashville
LIPSCOMB UNIVERSITY
INSPIRING INNOVATION AROUND AN ENDURING PURPOSE
What never changes: Christ-centeredness and transformative experiences.What drives change: Curiosity and courage. For more than 134 years, Lipscomb University has been a Christ-centered academic institution rooted in purpose-driven education. Located in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, Lipscomb is one of the few institutions in the nation offering educational pathways from...