Stories of Innovation

INNOVATE™ Stockholm

ANACARDIO

MAKING THE HEART STRONGER SAFELY

Heart failure is a growing global health challenge caused by the heart muscle being unable to pump enough blood around the body to provide cells with sufficient oxygen and nutrients. More than 60 million people worldwide suffer from this progressive and incurable condition, resulting in poor quality of life, recurrent...

INNOVATION Quebec

CMC MICROSYSTEMS

ACCELERATING INNOVATION AND RESEARCH

“CMC provides access to leading-edge platforms for innovators to design, prototype, and test their ideas. From early-stage researchers to emerging entrepreneurs, CMC has tools and expertise to accelerate your R&D.” – Gordon Harling, President and CEO, CMC Microsystems CMC Microsystems is a not-for-profit organization accelerating research and innovation in advanced...

INNOVATION Quebec

UQAT - NOUVEAUX MÉDIAS

CREATION AND NEW MEDIA

A pioneer in university teaching in video games, digital creation and 3D creation, UQAT’s Creation and New Media Teaching and Research Unit has been contributing to the development of the digital and cultural industries for over 20-years. The expertise of the teaching team, based in Montreal and Rouyn-Noranda, is internationally...

Global Innovation Spotlight

DUBAI TECHNOLOGY ENTREPRENEUR CAMPUS

DUBAI TECHNOLOGY ENTREPRENEUR CAMPUS-THE UAE’S LEADING HUB FOR TECH STARTUPS

THE UAE’S LEADING HUB FOR TECH STARTUPS

Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Campus (Dtec) is the leading technology hub and coworking space within the UAE. Wholly owned by Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), the regulatory body of Dubai Silicon Oasis, an integrated free zone technology park, Dtec is designed to serve as a one-stop-shop for technology entrepreneurs and startups...

INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports

EMOTIONAL IDEAS

EMOTIONAL IDEAS-BATTLE RACING: A New Combat Motorsport Built for Drivers

BATTLE RACING: A New Combat Motorsport Built for Drivers, Designed for Gamers… THE NEXT EVOLUTION OF RACING

Emotional Ideas, inc. aka EI, is a sports and entertainment technology company revolutionizing known attractions, games, and products for the next generation of entertainment thrill-seekers. We are currently taking the popular sport of go-kart racing and combining it with the strategy and skill of Esports gaming to pioneer a new...

INNOVATE™ Antwerp Vol.2

HERAN PARTNERS & THE FUTURE OF HEALTHCARE

HERAN PARTNERS & THE FUTURE OF HEALTHCARE -HERAN PARTNERS WAS LAUNCHED IN 2020 WITH THE MISSION TO INVEST IN THE FUTURE OF HEALTHCARE BY FOCUSSING ON DISRUPTIVE INNOVATION ON THE VERGE OF LIFE SCIENCES AND DATA

HERAN PARTNERS WAS LAUNCHED IN 2020 WITH THE MISSION TO INVEST IN THE FUTURE OF HEALTHCARE BY FOCUSSING ON DISRUPTIVE INNOVATION ON THE VERGE OF LIFE SCIENCES AND DATA

HERAN empowered and took the investment experience and track record of its founders into the future. As an investment firm active in the Venture Capital space, HERAN aims to fuel growth of innovative technologies by supporting start-ups & scale-ups. HERAN’s sole focus lies within the healthcare market with investments ranging...

INNOVATE™ Alberta

INVEST ALBERTA

MAKING AMBITIONS A REALITY – ALBERTA’S INNOVATIVE APPROACH TO INVESTMENT ATTRACTION

ALBERTA IS THE HEADQUARTERS FOR BOLD THINKERS AND CREATIVE INNOVATORS As one of North America’s premier investment attraction organizations, Invest Alberta expedites business operations, fosters collaboration, and goes the extra mile to ensure long-term success for businesses. With a robust entrepreneurial culture and team members strategically positioned worldwide, Invest Alberta...

INNOVATION Quebec

La Maison de l’innovation sociale (MIS)en bref

Née en 2017 à Montréal, la Maison de l’innovation sociale (MIS) est un OBNL qui a comme mission d’éliminer les obstacles qui se dressent entre une idée à impact social et environnemental positif et sa mise en œuvre. En agissant spécifiquement sur la phase d’amorce d’initiatives à fort potentiel d’impact,...

INNOVATION Quebec

LAVAL INNOV

LAVAL INNOV-Founded in 2018 at the instigation of visionary Laval residents and benefiting from the financial support of the Ministry of Economy and Innovation (MEI) and the city of Laval

Fondé en 2018 sous l’impulsion de Lavallois visionnaires et bénéficiant du soutien financier du Ministère de l’Économie et de l’Innovation (MEI) et de ville de Laval, Laval Innov a pour objectif de faire de l’innovation un levier incontournable pour le développement durable de Laval

En tant qu’Espace régional d’accélération et de croissance (ERAC) de Laval, il vise à stimuler et rehausser l’appropriation et l’intégration de l’innovation sur le territoire, que ce soit par ses actions auprès des entreprises qu’à travers la réalisation de projets structurants à portée régionale. Innover à LavalStratégiquement positionné au nord...

INNOVATION Quebec

2 DEGRÉS

IS A CLEANTECH SPECIALIZED INCUBATOR IN THE PROVINCE OF QUEBEC

2 Degres supports early-stage startups that propose an innovative solution showing a strong potential for growth and impact in the energy, waste and water sectors. Based in Quebec City, 2 Degres was cofounded in 2019 by young business people driven by a strong desire to have a concrete impact and...

Global Innovation Spotlight

REALITAPP A.S.

REALITAPP A.S. -DIGITAL REAL ESTATE

DIGITAL REAL ESTATE

DIGITAL REAL ESTATE A groundbreaking online tool for both the office and the field – RealitApp. Three quarters of real estate agencies in Slovakia would welcome the opportunity to make their work easier through a mobile interface, instead of the old school use of notebooks or Excel. When the creators...

Global Innovation Spotlight

IBERIA

IBERIA-Es La Mayor Aerolínea Española y Líder Entre Europa y América Latina

Es La Mayor Aerolínea Española y Líder Entre Europa y América Latina

Pertenece al Grupo IAG y forma parte de la alianza oneworld, y su misión es ser siempre la mejor opción para viajar, bien sea por ocio o por negocios. Junto con Iberia Express e Iberia Regional Air Nostrum, cuenta con una flota de 145 aviones y ofrece vuelos a una...

INNOVATE™ Botswana Vol.1

BUSINESS RITES INVESTMENTS (BSSR)

BEGAN OPERATION IN SEPTEMBER 2020 AND HAS BEEN FOCUSING EXCLUSIVELY ON HIGH QUALITY AND COSTEFFECTIVE BIG DATA SOLUTIONS, SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF SERVICES

We are advancing at a tremendous pace and with the involvement of skilled and experienced people working in the organization. BSSR is currently doing business with local SMEs and is actively taking part in hackathons and competitions, developing innovative solutions, and becoming key players in the country’s digital transformation. The...

INNOVATE® Nashville

PAT SUMMITT

LEADERSHIP IN A TIME OF CHANGE

The workplace is evolving at record speed. Artificial intelligence, hybrid schedules, and multiple generations sharing the same office are reshaping how we work, creating challenges even seasoned leaders haven’t faced before. We all know that “the only constant is change.” During Pat Summitt’s 40 years of championship-level coaching, she worked...

INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports

HIGH POINT GAMER

HIGH POINT GAMER- Is A Premier Esports Consultant Group For Forward-Thinking Gamers

Is A Premier Esports Consultant Group For Forward-Thinking Gamers, Brands, And Organizations

High Point Gamer (HPG) was founded in 2015 by two military veterans, Derek Watford and Dion Wrenn. HPG was the first black and veteran owned Esports consulting company in the world. They established their presence in the Esports industry early on by producing competitive video game tournaments. These competitive tournaments...

INNOVATE® Georgia

COLUMBUS STATE UNIVERSITY

INNOVATING PARTNERSHIPS

Columbus State University is a just-the-right-size institution that serves workforce needs with a wide array of affordable, relevant programs — several of which have become nationally distinctive. Built on an exceptional history of partnerships, Columbus State has created two campuses that create a foundation for students to succeed in the...

INNOVATE® Milwaukee

Ideawake

REVOLUTIONIZING CORPORATE INNOVATION FROM MILWAUKEE

REVOLUTIONIZING CORPORATE INNOVATION FROM MILWAUKEE In a world where ideas hold immense value, Ideawake is on a mission to empower companies to mine their most valuable resource: their employees’ creativity and insights. Founded in 2013 by Coby Skonord and Trae Tessmann, Ideawake began with a vision to make innovation accessible...

INNOVATION Quebec

Génome Québec

le joyau caché des sciences de la vie La génomique- Facteur d’attraction d’investissements et de talents

GÉNOME QUÉBEC a été fondé en 2000, dans la foulée du premier séquençage entier du génome humain. Membre du réseau pancanadien chapeauté par Génome Canada, notre mission consiste à soutenir le développement stratégique et scientifique de la génomique au Québec. En collaboration avec ses partenaires, Génome Québec a investi plus...

INNOVATION Quebec

HEXAGRAM

RÉSEAU DE RECHERCHE-CRÉATION EN ARTS, CULTURES ET TECHNOLOGIES

Hexagram est un regroupement stratégique interuniversitaire des Fonds de recherche du Québec dédié à la recherche-création abordant les relations entre les arts, les cultures et les technologies. Fondé en 2001, le réseau regroupe aujourd’hui 45 membres chercheurs et environ 200 membres étudiants issus de 8 institutions d’enseignement supérieur au Québec...

INNOVATION Quebec

TechniTextile Québec

TechniTextile Québec -Since 2017

Le créneau d’excellence TechniTextile Québec concerte les entreprises et autres acteurs clés du secteur textile depuis 2017. Il agit comme vecteur de collaboration afin de favoriser l’innovation, l’élargissement des opportunités, la commercialisation et la compétitivité des entreprises

Soutenue par la démarche ACCORD du ministère de l’Économie et de l’Innovation, l’équipe de TechniTextile accompagne les dirigeants de l’industrie dans la réalisation de projets d’innovation collaboratifs issus de leurs propres besoins. Des projets de Créneau axés sur l’innovationLes projets appuyés ou gérés par TechniTextile servent de levier aux entreprises...

INNOVATE™ Botswana Vol.1

QFLO CREATIVE INSIGHTS

QFLO CREATIVE INSIGHTS -ENABLING BETTER CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE IN BOTSWANA BY BATSWANA

ENABLING BETTER CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE IN BOTSWANA BY BATSWANA

Creative Insights is a citizen-owned technology and software development company that was created to address poor customer experiences in Botswana. Backed by a board of local and established business leaders, the team of young digital innovators was able to create an upgraded version of the queue management service, WorldQueues, which...

INNOVATE™ Curitiba

HOTMILK

THE MAIN INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM IN THE SMARTEST CITY IN THE WORLD

Hotmilk is the innovation ecosystem of the Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná (PUCPR), considered the most innovative university in the country. Regarded as the primary innovation ecosystem in Paraná (and positioned among the largest in Brazil), Hotmilk operates on multiple fronts: accelerating over 100 resident startups, opening new business opportunities...

Global Innovation Spotlight

Modernization as the First Step Towards Innovation

Success Story: Modernizing POS Software Product to Revolutionize the HoReCa Industry MobiDev's collaboration with SmartTab is a bright example of strategic application modernization and innovation.

Why Should You Modernize Your Software Before Innovating with AI? Integrating AI into existing software products can revolutionize how businesses operate, from enhancing user experience to optimizing decision-making processes. But this transformation comes with challenges. This article will explore the key challenges you might face when innovating your software product...

INNOVATE® South Florida

GREATER FORT LAUDERDALE ALLIANCE

WORK IN THE CLOUD. LIVE IN THE SUN.™

Greater Fort Lauderdale has played an important role as a birthplace of global technology and innovation. This is evident in the products, services, and devices people use daily, including personal computers, mobile phones, mixed reality, satellite radio, and even pet products. Greater Fort Lauderdale is the launchpad for such household...

INNOVATE™ Stockholm

ANACARDIO

MAKING THE HEART STRONGER SAFELY

Heart failure is a growing global health challenge caused by the heart muscle being unable to pump enough blood around the body to provide cells with sufficient oxygen and nutrients. More than 60 million people worldwide suffer from this progressive and incurable condition, resulting in poor quality of life, recurrent...

INNOVATION Quebec

CMC MICROSYSTEMS

ACCELERATING INNOVATION AND RESEARCH

“CMC provides access to leading-edge platforms for innovators to design, prototype, and test their ideas. From early-stage researchers to emerging entrepreneurs, CMC has tools and expertise to accelerate your R&D.” – Gordon Harling, President and CEO, CMC Microsystems CMC Microsystems is a not-for-profit organization accelerating research and innovation in advanced...

INNOVATION Quebec

UQAT - NOUVEAUX MÉDIAS

CREATION AND NEW MEDIA

A pioneer in university teaching in video games, digital creation and 3D creation, UQAT’s Creation and New Media Teaching and Research Unit has been contributing to the development of the digital and cultural industries for over 20-years. The expertise of the teaching team, based in Montreal and Rouyn-Noranda, is internationally...

Global Innovation Spotlight

DUBAI TECHNOLOGY ENTREPRENEUR CAMPUS

DUBAI TECHNOLOGY ENTREPRENEUR CAMPUS-THE UAE’S LEADING HUB FOR TECH STARTUPS

THE UAE’S LEADING HUB FOR TECH STARTUPS

Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Campus (Dtec) is the leading technology hub and coworking space within the UAE. Wholly owned by Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), the regulatory body of Dubai Silicon Oasis, an integrated free zone technology park, Dtec is designed to serve as a one-stop-shop for technology entrepreneurs and startups...

INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports

EMOTIONAL IDEAS

EMOTIONAL IDEAS-BATTLE RACING: A New Combat Motorsport Built for Drivers

BATTLE RACING: A New Combat Motorsport Built for Drivers, Designed for Gamers… THE NEXT EVOLUTION OF RACING

Emotional Ideas, inc. aka EI, is a sports and entertainment technology company revolutionizing known attractions, games, and products for the next generation of entertainment thrill-seekers. We are currently taking the popular sport of go-kart racing and combining it with the strategy and skill of Esports gaming to pioneer a new...

INNOVATE™ Antwerp Vol.2

HERAN PARTNERS & THE FUTURE OF HEALTHCARE

HERAN PARTNERS & THE FUTURE OF HEALTHCARE -HERAN PARTNERS WAS LAUNCHED IN 2020 WITH THE MISSION TO INVEST IN THE FUTURE OF HEALTHCARE BY FOCUSSING ON DISRUPTIVE INNOVATION ON THE VERGE OF LIFE SCIENCES AND DATA

HERAN PARTNERS WAS LAUNCHED IN 2020 WITH THE MISSION TO INVEST IN THE FUTURE OF HEALTHCARE BY FOCUSSING ON DISRUPTIVE INNOVATION ON THE VERGE OF LIFE SCIENCES AND DATA

HERAN empowered and took the investment experience and track record of its founders into the future. As an investment firm active in the Venture Capital space, HERAN aims to fuel growth of innovative technologies by supporting start-ups & scale-ups. HERAN’s sole focus lies within the healthcare market with investments ranging...

INNOVATE™ Alberta

INVEST ALBERTA

MAKING AMBITIONS A REALITY – ALBERTA’S INNOVATIVE APPROACH TO INVESTMENT ATTRACTION

ALBERTA IS THE HEADQUARTERS FOR BOLD THINKERS AND CREATIVE INNOVATORS As one of North America’s premier investment attraction organizations, Invest Alberta expedites business operations, fosters collaboration, and goes the extra mile to ensure long-term success for businesses. With a robust entrepreneurial culture and team members strategically positioned worldwide, Invest Alberta...

INNOVATION Quebec

La Maison de l’innovation sociale (MIS)en bref

Née en 2017 à Montréal, la Maison de l’innovation sociale (MIS) est un OBNL qui a comme mission d’éliminer les obstacles qui se dressent entre une idée à impact social et environnemental positif et sa mise en œuvre. En agissant spécifiquement sur la phase d’amorce d’initiatives à fort potentiel d’impact,...

INNOVATION Quebec

LAVAL INNOV

LAVAL INNOV-Founded in 2018 at the instigation of visionary Laval residents and benefiting from the financial support of the Ministry of Economy and Innovation (MEI) and the city of Laval

Fondé en 2018 sous l’impulsion de Lavallois visionnaires et bénéficiant du soutien financier du Ministère de l’Économie et de l’Innovation (MEI) et de ville de Laval, Laval Innov a pour objectif de faire de l’innovation un levier incontournable pour le développement durable de Laval

En tant qu’Espace régional d’accélération et de croissance (ERAC) de Laval, il vise à stimuler et rehausser l’appropriation et l’intégration de l’innovation sur le territoire, que ce soit par ses actions auprès des entreprises qu’à travers la réalisation de projets structurants à portée régionale. Innover à LavalStratégiquement positionné au nord...

INNOVATION Quebec

2 DEGRÉS

IS A CLEANTECH SPECIALIZED INCUBATOR IN THE PROVINCE OF QUEBEC

2 Degres supports early-stage startups that propose an innovative solution showing a strong potential for growth and impact in the energy, waste and water sectors. Based in Quebec City, 2 Degres was cofounded in 2019 by young business people driven by a strong desire to have a concrete impact and...

Global Innovation Spotlight

REALITAPP A.S.

REALITAPP A.S. -DIGITAL REAL ESTATE

DIGITAL REAL ESTATE

DIGITAL REAL ESTATE A groundbreaking online tool for both the office and the field – RealitApp. Three quarters of real estate agencies in Slovakia would welcome the opportunity to make their work easier through a mobile interface, instead of the old school use of notebooks or Excel. When the creators...

Global Innovation Spotlight

IBERIA

IBERIA-Es La Mayor Aerolínea Española y Líder Entre Europa y América Latina

Es La Mayor Aerolínea Española y Líder Entre Europa y América Latina

Pertenece al Grupo IAG y forma parte de la alianza oneworld, y su misión es ser siempre la mejor opción para viajar, bien sea por ocio o por negocios. Junto con Iberia Express e Iberia Regional Air Nostrum, cuenta con una flota de 145 aviones y ofrece vuelos a una...

INNOVATE™ Botswana Vol.1

BUSINESS RITES INVESTMENTS (BSSR)

BEGAN OPERATION IN SEPTEMBER 2020 AND HAS BEEN FOCUSING EXCLUSIVELY ON HIGH QUALITY AND COSTEFFECTIVE BIG DATA SOLUTIONS, SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF SERVICES

We are advancing at a tremendous pace and with the involvement of skilled and experienced people working in the organization. BSSR is currently doing business with local SMEs and is actively taking part in hackathons and competitions, developing innovative solutions, and becoming key players in the country’s digital transformation. The...

INNOVATE® Nashville

PAT SUMMITT

LEADERSHIP IN A TIME OF CHANGE

The workplace is evolving at record speed. Artificial intelligence, hybrid schedules, and multiple generations sharing the same office are reshaping how we work, creating challenges even seasoned leaders haven’t faced before. We all know that “the only constant is change.” During Pat Summitt’s 40 years of championship-level coaching, she worked...

INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports

HIGH POINT GAMER

HIGH POINT GAMER- Is A Premier Esports Consultant Group For Forward-Thinking Gamers

Is A Premier Esports Consultant Group For Forward-Thinking Gamers, Brands, And Organizations

High Point Gamer (HPG) was founded in 2015 by two military veterans, Derek Watford and Dion Wrenn. HPG was the first black and veteran owned Esports consulting company in the world. They established their presence in the Esports industry early on by producing competitive video game tournaments. These competitive tournaments...

INNOVATE® Georgia

COLUMBUS STATE UNIVERSITY

INNOVATING PARTNERSHIPS

Columbus State University is a just-the-right-size institution that serves workforce needs with a wide array of affordable, relevant programs — several of which have become nationally distinctive. Built on an exceptional history of partnerships, Columbus State has created two campuses that create a foundation for students to succeed in the...

INNOVATE® Milwaukee

Ideawake

REVOLUTIONIZING CORPORATE INNOVATION FROM MILWAUKEE

REVOLUTIONIZING CORPORATE INNOVATION FROM MILWAUKEE In a world where ideas hold immense value, Ideawake is on a mission to empower companies to mine their most valuable resource: their employees’ creativity and insights. Founded in 2013 by Coby Skonord and Trae Tessmann, Ideawake began with a vision to make innovation accessible...

INNOVATION Quebec

Génome Québec

le joyau caché des sciences de la vie La génomique- Facteur d’attraction d’investissements et de talents

GÉNOME QUÉBEC a été fondé en 2000, dans la foulée du premier séquençage entier du génome humain. Membre du réseau pancanadien chapeauté par Génome Canada, notre mission consiste à soutenir le développement stratégique et scientifique de la génomique au Québec. En collaboration avec ses partenaires, Génome Québec a investi plus...

INNOVATION Quebec

HEXAGRAM

RÉSEAU DE RECHERCHE-CRÉATION EN ARTS, CULTURES ET TECHNOLOGIES

Hexagram est un regroupement stratégique interuniversitaire des Fonds de recherche du Québec dédié à la recherche-création abordant les relations entre les arts, les cultures et les technologies. Fondé en 2001, le réseau regroupe aujourd’hui 45 membres chercheurs et environ 200 membres étudiants issus de 8 institutions d’enseignement supérieur au Québec...

INNOVATION Quebec

TechniTextile Québec

TechniTextile Québec -Since 2017

Le créneau d’excellence TechniTextile Québec concerte les entreprises et autres acteurs clés du secteur textile depuis 2017. Il agit comme vecteur de collaboration afin de favoriser l’innovation, l’élargissement des opportunités, la commercialisation et la compétitivité des entreprises

Soutenue par la démarche ACCORD du ministère de l’Économie et de l’Innovation, l’équipe de TechniTextile accompagne les dirigeants de l’industrie dans la réalisation de projets d’innovation collaboratifs issus de leurs propres besoins. Des projets de Créneau axés sur l’innovationLes projets appuyés ou gérés par TechniTextile servent de levier aux entreprises...

INNOVATE™ Botswana Vol.1

QFLO CREATIVE INSIGHTS

QFLO CREATIVE INSIGHTS -ENABLING BETTER CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE IN BOTSWANA BY BATSWANA

ENABLING BETTER CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE IN BOTSWANA BY BATSWANA

Creative Insights is a citizen-owned technology and software development company that was created to address poor customer experiences in Botswana. Backed by a board of local and established business leaders, the team of young digital innovators was able to create an upgraded version of the queue management service, WorldQueues, which...

INNOVATE™ Curitiba

HOTMILK

THE MAIN INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM IN THE SMARTEST CITY IN THE WORLD

Hotmilk is the innovation ecosystem of the Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná (PUCPR), considered the most innovative university in the country. Regarded as the primary innovation ecosystem in Paraná (and positioned among the largest in Brazil), Hotmilk operates on multiple fronts: accelerating over 100 resident startups, opening new business opportunities...

Global Innovation Spotlight

Modernization as the First Step Towards Innovation

Success Story: Modernizing POS Software Product to Revolutionize the HoReCa Industry MobiDev's collaboration with SmartTab is a bright example of strategic application modernization and innovation.

Why Should You Modernize Your Software Before Innovating with AI? Integrating AI into existing software products can revolutionize how businesses operate, from enhancing user experience to optimizing decision-making processes. But this transformation comes with challenges. This article will explore the key challenges you might face when innovating your software product...

INNOVATE® South Florida

GREATER FORT LAUDERDALE ALLIANCE

WORK IN THE CLOUD. LIVE IN THE SUN.™

Greater Fort Lauderdale has played an important role as a birthplace of global technology and innovation. This is evident in the products, services, and devices people use daily, including personal computers, mobile phones, mixed reality, satellite radio, and even pet products. Greater Fort Lauderdale is the launchpad for such household...

Ecosystems