Stories of Innovation
INNOVATE® Milwaukee
NVNG
ELEVATING WISCONSIN’S VENTURE SCENE: THE POWER OF NETWORKS UNLEASHED
Wisconsin-based NVNG is a boutique investment advisory firm with a unique superpower: curating connections. Founded by Carrie Thome and Grady Buchanan in 2019, NVNG (Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained) is on a mission to make Wisconsin’s venture ecosystem globally competitive by leveraging the power of strategic networks. “We have the right...
INNOVATE™ Stockholm
FLÖDE
REWRITING FASHION’S DNA THROUGH SCALABLE UPCYCLING AND RADICAL RESPONSIBILITY
FLÖDE is a research-driven upcycling studio and remanufacturing lab founded in 2024 with one purpose: to prove that sustainable fashion production is not only possible, it’s necessary, scalable, and better by design. Where others see textile waste, Flöde sees a vast, untapped resource. Beyond waste: How Flöde turns discarded clothing...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
STEMLINGO
Unlocking Hidden Genius in STEM
Recognizing a significant gap in STEM exposure products and materials for students aged 13 and above, LINGO steps in to fill this void. Aisha Bowe, the Founder and CEO of LINGO, knows firsthand the importance of having access to quality STEM education. Graduating high school with a 2.3 GPA, she...
INNOVATION Quebec
Innofibre
Créé en 1989, Innofibre – Centre d’innovation des produits cellulosiques, est un centre collégial de transfert de technologie qui collabore avec les entreprises, les organismes publics et les institutions de recherche publiques et privées pour le développement et la mise à l’échelle de produits biosourcés et de bioprocédés
Innofibre a pour vision de contribuer au développement de l’économie biosourcée au Québec en accompagnant les PME et les grandes entreprises dans l’innovation. L’équipe d’Innofibre a les habiletés et les aptitudes pour réaliser des projets multidisciplinaires et interordres et réalise chaque année un grand nombre de projets avec plusieurs institutions...
INNOVATE® Nashville
Nashville Entrepreneur Center
Where Bold Ideas Become Businesses
If you’re serious about building a startup in Nashville, meet your secret weapon: the Nashville Entrepreneur Center (EC). Founded in 2010, EC is a nonprofit built by business leaders to be—literally—Nashville’s “home to entrepreneurship.” What sets it apart? It’s not just talk: EC has helped over 14,000 entrepreneurs, including more...
INNOVATE® Seattle
Piroshky Piroshky
CREATED BY US, SHARED WITH YOU, CELEBRATED TOGETHER.
We first opened our doors in Seattle’s world-famous Pike Place Market in 1992 and have since become a beloved local fixture. Our mission: to bring a world of flavors to the Pacific Northwest and beyond. For over three decades, we’ve been serving delicious handmade baked goods and specialty items to...
INNOVATION Quebec
SEREX
CCTT EN TRANSFORMATION DES PRODUITS FORESTIERS
Le SEREX est l’expert en transformation des produits forestiers. Notre équipe accompagne les entreprises pour développer des solutions et des pratiques durables qui leur permettent de se positionner sur les marchés d’avenir. Notre force, c’est d’être à l’écoute de l’environnement technique et économique de nos clients et partenaires pour créer...
INNOVATION Quebec
BIOPTERRE
CCTT EN DÉVELOPPEMENT DE BIOPRODUITS
Dans un contexte marqué par les changements climatiques, la perte de biodiversité, la pression croissante exercée sur les ressources naturelles et les préoccupations en matière de santé publique; tous s’entendent sur l’importance de miser sur la bioéconomie. Définie comme l’activité économique associée à l’invention, au développement et à la production...
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™ Adelaide
VALO
VALO, which means great courage, strength and moral worth, is a South Australian business founded in 2012 aiming to reach international markets in premium stadium lighting. With thousands of stadia across the world, the opportunities to place VALO and its South Australian innovations on the map are almost endless. Based...
INNOVATE® Detroit
ANN ARBOR SPARK
Igniting Economic Innovation in Washtenaw County
Established in 2004 through a visionary initiative that included the University of Michigan and other community leaders, Ann Arbor SPARK was created to transform Ann Arbor into a national hub for innovation, business, and talent. Today, it is a catalyst for innovation and economic growth. Ann Arbor SPARK helps drive...
INNOVATE® Miami
Crea7ive
Using Data To Predict User Behavior And Optimize Creativity
We are a data-driven creative agency focused on helping brands succeed across multi-cultural markets. From branding and web development to predictive marketing and digital strategy, our portfolio includes global brands such as Wendy’s, Zumba, Kraft, Armani Casa, and Disney. Shortly after arriving in Miami from Argentina in 2005 and while...
INNOVATE™ Curitiba
INTECSO
PIONEERING EXCELLENCE IN LABORATORY ANALYSIS AND TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
Founded under the visionary leadership of Paula Fernandes de Siqueira Machado, Intecso emerged in response to the challenges encountered in research and development within the feed industry. Motivated by her passion for innovation, Paula spearheaded the development of disruptive industrial processes in the soybean processing chain. Recognizing the obstacles and...
INNOVATE® Nashville
Polsinelli
What a law firm should be
Companies in Nashville and across the country turn to Polsinelli for more than skilled legal representation. With Polsinelli by their side, they have a strategic partner who brings business-first solutions. Shaped by executive perspective, Polsinelli – a national law firm with over 1,200 attorneys across 25 offices – provides commercially...
Global Innovation Spotlight
South African Institute of Canada
Helping South Africans Thrive, Connect, and Make Canada Home
When South Africans move to Canada, they don’t just leave behind family, culture, and familiar surroundings — they leave behind a network that took a lifetime to build. The South African Institute of Canada (SAIC) exists to rebuild that network — faster, stronger, and tailored for life on this side...
INNOVATE™ Curitiba
WIPRO
HERE WE WRITE NEW CHAPTERS OF THE HISTORY OF TECHNOLOGY IN THE COUNTRY DAILY
At Wipro Brazil, we are not just a technology company; we are pioneers, charting new territories in the digital world. Our story is woven into the fabric of Brazil’s technological revolution, a journey marked by relentless ambition and a commitment to transform the nation into a more digital and connected...
INNOVATE™ Stockholm
Imagi
Reimagining Technology Education for an Inclusive Future
In a world increasingly shaped by technology, imagi stands at the forefront of transforming education to ensure that the digital and AI revolution is inclusive, equitable, and future-proof. Founded with the vision of creating an environment where every child, regardless of gender, race or socioeconomic background see themselves as creators...
INNOVATION Quebec
INÉDI
CCTT IN INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
Industrial designers contribute to the creation of the products that you interact with. Whether you are a farmer, athlete, therapist, circus performer or manufacturer, it is likely that an industrial designer has been involved in the design of the experiences, services and products that you use on a daily basis....
INNOVATE™ Bristol & Bath
Bristol Robotics Laboratory (BRL)-Is The Largest Co-Located Multidisciplinary Robotics Research Centre In The UK
ELEVATOR PITCH Bristol Robotics Laboratory (BRL) is the largest co-located multi-disciplinary robotics research centre in the UK. It is a collaborative partnership between UWE Bristol and the University of Bristol and home to over 300 academics, industry practitioners, and researchers from all over the world. Together, they are world leaders...
INNOVATE® Milwaukee
DATA HOLDINGS
KEEPING BUSINESSES’ DATA SECURE AND AVAILABLE
Data Holdings is a premier Tier III+ commercial data center, centrally located in Milwaukee with a LEED gold design. Offering a full suite of solutions and services designed to meet any needs, Data Holdings is a highly secure facility with 24/7 staffing and monitoring. Commissioned in 2013 by Potawatomi Ventures,...
INNOVATE® Chicago Vol.1
LEVEL EX
Playing Is Training: Chicago’s Gaming And Healthcare Legacies Meet At Level Ex
INNOVATE® South Florida
ISACA South Florida Chapter
EMPOWERING SOUTH FLORIDA’S INNOVATORS THROUGH IT RISK MANAGEMENT & CYBERSECURITY
EMPOWERING SOUTH FLORIDA’S INNOVATORSTHROUGH IT RISK MANAGEMENT & CYBERSECURITY ISACA South Florida Overview ISACA South Florida is a prominent chapter of the global Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA), dedicated to advancing professionals in IT governance, risk management, cybersecurity, and related fields. Chartered on December 2, 1978, as the...
INNOVATION Quebec
CDRIN
LE CDRIN MET L’INTELLIGENCE NUMÉRIQUE AU SERVICE DE L’EXPÉRIENCE USAGER
Le Centre de développement et de recherche en intelligence numérique (CDRIN) soutient les besoins en matière d’innovation et de développement des petites, moyennes et grandes entreprises québécoises en effectuant de la recherche appliquée, de l’aide techniqueet de la formation spécialisée dans les domaines de l’animation, de la modélisation, du rendu...
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 Estonia’s creative sector, enabling tailored support. TCCI actively fosters cross-sectoral collaboration through high-profile events like sTARTUp Day’s Creative Industries Pitching Competition and the Estonian Fashion Festival, connecting creatives with...
INNOVATE® Milwaukee
NVNG
ELEVATING WISCONSIN’S VENTURE SCENE: THE POWER OF NETWORKS UNLEASHED
Wisconsin-based NVNG is a boutique investment advisory firm with a unique superpower: curating connections. Founded by Carrie Thome and Grady Buchanan in 2019, NVNG (Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained) is on a mission to make Wisconsin’s venture ecosystem globally competitive by leveraging the power of strategic networks. “We have the right...
INNOVATE™ Stockholm
FLÖDE
REWRITING FASHION’S DNA THROUGH SCALABLE UPCYCLING AND RADICAL RESPONSIBILITY
FLÖDE is a research-driven upcycling studio and remanufacturing lab founded in 2024 with one purpose: to prove that sustainable fashion production is not only possible, it’s necessary, scalable, and better by design. Where others see textile waste, Flöde sees a vast, untapped resource. Beyond waste: How Flöde turns discarded clothing...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
STEMLINGO
Unlocking Hidden Genius in STEM
Recognizing a significant gap in STEM exposure products and materials for students aged 13 and above, LINGO steps in to fill this void. Aisha Bowe, the Founder and CEO of LINGO, knows firsthand the importance of having access to quality STEM education. Graduating high school with a 2.3 GPA, she...
INNOVATION Quebec
Innofibre
Créé en 1989, Innofibre – Centre d’innovation des produits cellulosiques, est un centre collégial de transfert de technologie qui collabore avec les entreprises, les organismes publics et les institutions de recherche publiques et privées pour le développement et la mise à l’échelle de produits biosourcés et de bioprocédés
Innofibre a pour vision de contribuer au développement de l’économie biosourcée au Québec en accompagnant les PME et les grandes entreprises dans l’innovation. L’équipe d’Innofibre a les habiletés et les aptitudes pour réaliser des projets multidisciplinaires et interordres et réalise chaque année un grand nombre de projets avec plusieurs institutions...
INNOVATE® Nashville
Nashville Entrepreneur Center
Where Bold Ideas Become Businesses
If you’re serious about building a startup in Nashville, meet your secret weapon: the Nashville Entrepreneur Center (EC). Founded in 2010, EC is a nonprofit built by business leaders to be—literally—Nashville’s “home to entrepreneurship.” What sets it apart? It’s not just talk: EC has helped over 14,000 entrepreneurs, including more...
INNOVATE® Seattle
Piroshky Piroshky
CREATED BY US, SHARED WITH YOU, CELEBRATED TOGETHER.
We first opened our doors in Seattle’s world-famous Pike Place Market in 1992 and have since become a beloved local fixture. Our mission: to bring a world of flavors to the Pacific Northwest and beyond. For over three decades, we’ve been serving delicious handmade baked goods and specialty items to...
INNOVATION Quebec
SEREX
CCTT EN TRANSFORMATION DES PRODUITS FORESTIERS
Le SEREX est l’expert en transformation des produits forestiers. Notre équipe accompagne les entreprises pour développer des solutions et des pratiques durables qui leur permettent de se positionner sur les marchés d’avenir. Notre force, c’est d’être à l’écoute de l’environnement technique et économique de nos clients et partenaires pour créer...
INNOVATION Quebec
BIOPTERRE
CCTT EN DÉVELOPPEMENT DE BIOPRODUITS
Dans un contexte marqué par les changements climatiques, la perte de biodiversité, la pression croissante exercée sur les ressources naturelles et les préoccupations en matière de santé publique; tous s’entendent sur l’importance de miser sur la bioéconomie. Définie comme l’activité économique associée à l’invention, au développement et à la production...
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™ Adelaide
VALO
VALO, which means great courage, strength and moral worth, is a South Australian business founded in 2012 aiming to reach international markets in premium stadium lighting. With thousands of stadia across the world, the opportunities to place VALO and its South Australian innovations on the map are almost endless. Based...
INNOVATE® Detroit
ANN ARBOR SPARK
Igniting Economic Innovation in Washtenaw County
Established in 2004 through a visionary initiative that included the University of Michigan and other community leaders, Ann Arbor SPARK was created to transform Ann Arbor into a national hub for innovation, business, and talent. Today, it is a catalyst for innovation and economic growth. Ann Arbor SPARK helps drive...
INNOVATE® Miami
Crea7ive
Using Data To Predict User Behavior And Optimize Creativity
We are a data-driven creative agency focused on helping brands succeed across multi-cultural markets. From branding and web development to predictive marketing and digital strategy, our portfolio includes global brands such as Wendy’s, Zumba, Kraft, Armani Casa, and Disney. Shortly after arriving in Miami from Argentina in 2005 and while...
INNOVATE™ Curitiba
INTECSO
PIONEERING EXCELLENCE IN LABORATORY ANALYSIS AND TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
Founded under the visionary leadership of Paula Fernandes de Siqueira Machado, Intecso emerged in response to the challenges encountered in research and development within the feed industry. Motivated by her passion for innovation, Paula spearheaded the development of disruptive industrial processes in the soybean processing chain. Recognizing the obstacles and...
INNOVATE® Nashville
Polsinelli
What a law firm should be
Companies in Nashville and across the country turn to Polsinelli for more than skilled legal representation. With Polsinelli by their side, they have a strategic partner who brings business-first solutions. Shaped by executive perspective, Polsinelli – a national law firm with over 1,200 attorneys across 25 offices – provides commercially...
Global Innovation Spotlight
South African Institute of Canada
Helping South Africans Thrive, Connect, and Make Canada Home
When South Africans move to Canada, they don’t just leave behind family, culture, and familiar surroundings — they leave behind a network that took a lifetime to build. The South African Institute of Canada (SAIC) exists to rebuild that network — faster, stronger, and tailored for life on this side...
INNOVATE™ Curitiba
WIPRO
HERE WE WRITE NEW CHAPTERS OF THE HISTORY OF TECHNOLOGY IN THE COUNTRY DAILY
At Wipro Brazil, we are not just a technology company; we are pioneers, charting new territories in the digital world. Our story is woven into the fabric of Brazil’s technological revolution, a journey marked by relentless ambition and a commitment to transform the nation into a more digital and connected...
INNOVATE™ Stockholm
Imagi
Reimagining Technology Education for an Inclusive Future
In a world increasingly shaped by technology, imagi stands at the forefront of transforming education to ensure that the digital and AI revolution is inclusive, equitable, and future-proof. Founded with the vision of creating an environment where every child, regardless of gender, race or socioeconomic background see themselves as creators...
INNOVATION Quebec
INÉDI
CCTT IN INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
Industrial designers contribute to the creation of the products that you interact with. Whether you are a farmer, athlete, therapist, circus performer or manufacturer, it is likely that an industrial designer has been involved in the design of the experiences, services and products that you use on a daily basis....
INNOVATE™ Bristol & Bath
Bristol Robotics Laboratory (BRL)-Is The Largest Co-Located Multidisciplinary Robotics Research Centre In The UK
ELEVATOR PITCH Bristol Robotics Laboratory (BRL) is the largest co-located multi-disciplinary robotics research centre in the UK. It is a collaborative partnership between UWE Bristol and the University of Bristol and home to over 300 academics, industry practitioners, and researchers from all over the world. Together, they are world leaders...
INNOVATE® Milwaukee
DATA HOLDINGS
KEEPING BUSINESSES’ DATA SECURE AND AVAILABLE
Data Holdings is a premier Tier III+ commercial data center, centrally located in Milwaukee with a LEED gold design. Offering a full suite of solutions and services designed to meet any needs, Data Holdings is a highly secure facility with 24/7 staffing and monitoring. Commissioned in 2013 by Potawatomi Ventures,...
INNOVATE® Chicago Vol.1
LEVEL EX
Playing Is Training: Chicago’s Gaming And Healthcare Legacies Meet At Level Ex
INNOVATE® South Florida
ISACA South Florida Chapter
EMPOWERING SOUTH FLORIDA’S INNOVATORS THROUGH IT RISK MANAGEMENT & CYBERSECURITY
EMPOWERING SOUTH FLORIDA’S INNOVATORSTHROUGH IT RISK MANAGEMENT & CYBERSECURITY ISACA South Florida Overview ISACA South Florida is a prominent chapter of the global Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA), dedicated to advancing professionals in IT governance, risk management, cybersecurity, and related fields. Chartered on December 2, 1978, as the...
INNOVATION Quebec
CDRIN
LE CDRIN MET L’INTELLIGENCE NUMÉRIQUE AU SERVICE DE L’EXPÉRIENCE USAGER
Le Centre de développement et de recherche en intelligence numérique (CDRIN) soutient les besoins en matière d’innovation et de développement des petites, moyennes et grandes entreprises québécoises en effectuant de la recherche appliquée, de l’aide techniqueet de la formation spécialisée dans les domaines de l’animation, de la modélisation, du rendu...
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 Estonia’s creative sector, enabling tailored support. TCCI actively fosters cross-sectoral collaboration through high-profile events like sTARTUp Day’s Creative Industries Pitching Competition and the Estonian Fashion Festival, connecting creatives with...