Stories of Innovation

INNOVATION Quebec

JACOBB

INNOVATION ET RECHERCHE APPLIQUÉE EN INTELLIGENCE ARTIFICIELLE (IA)

JACOBB est un centre d’innovation et de recherche appliquée en Intelligence Artificielle (IA) ayant pour mission d’accélérer l’intégration de l’intelligence artificielle dans le tissu économique québécois. Établi en 2019, le centre connait depuis sa création une croissance rapide avec plus d’une douzaine de spécialistes à son bord, sous la supervision...

INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports

SMITH GAMBRELL RUSSELL

SMITH GAMBRELL RUSSELL-A FULL-SERVICE LAW FIRM REPRESENTING THE BUSINESS NEEDS OF OUR CLIENTS IN THE ENTERTAINMENT ECOSYSTEM

A FULL-SERVICE LAW FIRM REPRESENTING THE BUSINESS NEEDS OF OUR CLIENTS IN THE ENTERTAINMENT ECOSYSTEM

Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP’s (SGR) entertainment practice includes legal practitioners specializing in intellectual property protection, technology, corporate transactional, tax, and real estate matters. The Firm’s founders began practicing law more than 125 years ago to commit to excellence and attract a wide array of talent dedicated to serving our...

INNOVATE® Milwaukee

AUGUST BROWN

TRANSFORMING INNOVATION INTO MARKET SUCCESS

INSIGHT. INNOVATE. IMPROVE. August Brown has established itself as a trailblazer in Milwaukee’s innovation ecosystem, bridging the often-daunting gap between research and market execution. Founded by Dr. Gordon Nameni and Erik Vickstrom, this boutique agency has become synonymous with strategic excellence and groundbreaking impact. “It all really started in 2018,”...

INNOVATE® Blockchain

CRYPTOPAYS

CRYPTOPAYS-

CRYPTO PAYMENTS MADE FIAT Simple, Secure, Swift and Seamless

About CryptoPays:CryptoPays is a blockchain based global payment solution that enables merchants to accept Cryptocurrency from their customers and receive the funds in their local currency. The headquarters are based out of Chicago, USA.   About the Co-Founders:The trio-team of Nishant Tomar, Uma Viswanathan and Sanjiv Jha are immigrants from...

INNOVATE® South Florida

BOCA RATON INNOVATION CAMPUS (BRiC)

LEGACY REIMAGINED: INSIDE THE GROUNDBREAKING EVOLUTION OF A HISTORIC OFFICE PARK

Boca Raton Innovation Campus (BRiC) began its journey in 1968 as an IBM research and development hub. It pioneered breakthroughs in computing and research, including IBM’s first personal computer and the first smartphone. The campus continues its innovative ecosystem today, as its current landlord, CP Group, has embarked on a...

Vykon Performance Exhausts

From Humble Beginnings to a Global Brand

A New Chapter in Performance Excellence. Vykon Exhausts is not just a company; it’s a testament to a legacy of innovation, passion, and relentless pursuit of excellence. Founded by Brad Anassis, Vykon is a continuation and evolution of the remarkable engineering prowess that began with his late father, Gerry, and...

INNOVATE™ South Africa

BAZ ART

ART SPEAKS LOUDER THAN WORDS -BAZ-ART CREATES PUBLIC INTERACTION THROUGH URBAN ART

Co-founders Alexandre Tilmans (Sales, Marketing and Financial Director) and Melissa Cucci (Operations and Art Director) started the company in 2016 with the vision to make South Africa a flagship and main actor in the public art and marketing sector....

INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports

ESPORTS BAR

ESPORTS BAR-GATHERS INDUSTRY LEADERS TO SHAPE THE FUTURE TOGETHER

GATHERS INDUSTRY LEADERS TO SHAPE THE FUTURE TOGETHER

The world of esports is still young: the community is expanding, business models are fluid, and innovation never stops, as the industry looks to stay fresh and exciting.   Esports BAR is the world’s esports business arena, and our mission is to transform the sport of the digital generation into...

INNOVATE™ South Africa

THE GIANT FLAG

THE GIANT FLAG -IS A WORLD-FIRST GREEN INNOVATION PROJECT THAT CELEBRATES THE SPIRIT OF SOUTH AFRICA

IS A WORLD-FIRST GREEN INNOVATION PROJECT THAT CELEBRATES THE SPIRIT OF SOUTH AFRICA, HER LAND AND HER PEOPLE, WHILE BRINGING TOGETHER JOB CREATION, CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATION, CLEAN ENERGY AND TOURISM

The Giant Flag is a world-first green innovation project that celebrates the spirit of South Africa, her land and her people, while bringing together job creation, climate change mitigation, clean energy and tourism. The Giant Flag will be made up of millions of coloured desert plants, agricultural tunnels, a tourism...

INNOVATE™ Alberta

TECHNOLOGY NORTH

SYSTEMATIC INNOVATION

SYSTEMATIC INNOVATIONHow does one create lasting change? For over twenty-five years, Technology North Corporation has been answering this question where it can, whenever it can, with its team of dedicated consultants and industry experts. Established at the dawn of a groundbreaking era in 1998, the internet epoch, where the world...

Global Innovation Spotlight

Sticker Builder

Unlocking the Next Frontier

“Mass customization made simple. Creative chaos made scalable.” In today’s experience-driven economy, personalization isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s the foundation of competitive advantage. Customers expect more than just products; they want creative control, self-expression, and seamless experiences. That’s where Sticker Builder by Antigro Designer, based in Kraków, Poland, comes in. This...

INNOVATE™ Adelaide

NEUMANN SPACE

Innovating locally to deliver global leadership in Space Mobility

Introducing Neumann SpaceFounded in 2015, Neumann Space is an Australian-owned company that provides world leading propulsion systems for spacecraft. The company’s origins are itself a story of innovation. It’s Chief Scientist and Founder, Dr. Patrick “Paddy” Neumann, developed the technology during his PhD for a plasma propulsion system that uses...

INNOVATION Quebec

INO

FAIRE LA LUMIÈRE ET CONCRÉTISER L’INNOVATION

INO est le plus important centre d’expertise en optique-photonique au Canada et compte parmi les meilleurs centres d’innovation industrielle au monde. Depuis 35 ans, l’organisation crée et développe des solutions innovantes et pertinentes pour répondre aux besoins d’entreprises québécoises et canadiennes. Grâce à des applications multiples de la lumière, du...

INNOVATE® Austin Volume 2

SAILPOINT

SAILPOINT-Innovation Is Everyone’s Job: A Strong Culture

Innovation Is Everyone’s Job: A Strong Culture, Distinct Viewpoints, Unique Identities, And A Passion For Solving Real Business Challenges Drive Meaningful Advancements At SailPoint

As businesses grow increasingly complex, SailPoint’s innovative culture ensures it is always considering “what’s next” in security. Driven by a passion for solving our customers’ most pressing security and identity challenges, SailPoint’s employees, known internally as “the crew,” constantly work to expand their understanding of the relevant components of governing...

INNOVATE™ Alberta

HEALTH CITIES

HEALTH CITIES-IMPROVING THE HEALTH OF ALBERTANS THROUGH INNOVATION

IMPROVING THE HEALTH OF ALBERTANS THROUGH INNOVATION

Globally, healthcare is being disrupted, akin to the disruption we witnessed in media and transportation, and digital health is leading the charge. While Canada lags its peers in health outcomes and health system performance, Alberta’s areas of strength – artificial intelligence, Internet of Things and immersive technologies – can be...

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™ Botswana Vol.1

THE BOTSWANA INVESTMENT AND TRADE CENTRE (BITC)

ESTABLISHED BY AN ACT OF PARLIAMENT IN 2012 AS AN INTEGRATED INVESTMENT AND TRADE PROMOTION AUTHORITY (ITPA) WITH A MANDATE ENCOMPASSING INVESTMENT

Through its critical role within Botswana’s economy, BITC also encourages and nourishes domestic investment and expansions, promotes locally manufactured goods to regional and international markets, contributes towards improvement of the investment climate through policy advocacy, increases citizen participation in the economy and seeks to create sustainable job opportunities. BITC seeks...

INNOVATE™ Estonia

KIUD

TURNING TEXTILE WASTE INTO REUSABLE PACKAGING

The Estonian material technology company KIUD, founded in 2022, is addressing two major global waste problems simultaneously: textile waste and packaging waste. The company has developed a patented mechanical process to transform synthetic and mixed textile waste into rigid, reusable packaging — offering a sustainable alternative to cardboard and plastic....

INNOVATION Quebec

INO

INNOVATION AS A DRIVING FORCE

INO is the largest center of expertise in optics and photonics in Canada and is among the best technological research centres in the world. For the past 35 years, it has created and developed innovative and valuable solutions to meet the needs of businesses in Quebec and throughout Canada. Through...

INNOVATE® New Jersey Vol.2

TURTLE

Envisioning the Future Through a Century of Excellence

Founded in 1923, Turtle stands tall as a beacon of enduring success in the US market, marking its presence as one of the largest independent electrical and industrial distribution companies. Having amassed a century of experience, Turtle doesn’t just rest on its past laurels. Instead, it envisions a future illuminated...

INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2

BIT HAPPIER

HAPPINESS. TO LIVE A HAPPIER AND MORE FULFILLING LIFE IS EVERY INDIVIDUAL’S ULTIMATE GOAL. WE OFTEN SEARCH FOR HAPPINESS OUTSIDE OF OURSELVES IN THINGS LIKE RELATIONSHIPS, CAREERS, HOBBIES, AND MATERIAL POSSESSIONS. BUT WE FORGET TO RECOGNIZE THAT SUSTAINABLE HAPPINESS CAN BE CULTIVATED WITHIN ONESELF. These are the thoughts of the...

INNOVATE® Milwaukee

INTERNSHIP ON DEMAND

HOW INTERNSHIP ON DEMAND IS REDEFINING THE PATH TO CAREER SUCCESS

Every year, millions of college students graduate without ever having experienced the workplace firsthand. Employers demand experience, but when only 30% of college students complete an internship on an annual basis, what do those left on the outside looking in do? That’s where Internship on Demand comes in. Launched in...

INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports

GAMES INSTITUTE AUSTRIA

GAMES INSTITUTE AUSTRIA- THERE IS A GAME FOR EVERYONE

THERE IS A GAME FOR EVERYONE

GIA STORY“What if learning felt like a game?” This initial question was actually the starting point for the Games Institute. When Thomas Kunze stumbled over the topic of Game Based Learning in 2010, it was a question that never really left his thoughts again. Learning, especially in a digital world,...

INNOVATE® Milwaukee

CONTINUUS

DATA ENABLEMENT FOR FINANCIAL SERVICES INNOVATORS

Continuus is a data and analytics consulting firm headquartered in the heart of Milwaukee’s bustling Third Ward. Continuus is uniquely positioned to be the integrator and advisor that brings the Financial Services Data Cloud ecosystem together through technical expertise, partnerships, and core differentiator: industry expertise. Founder’s StoryMatt Moeser founded Continuus...

INNOVATION Quebec

JACOBB

INNOVATION ET RECHERCHE APPLIQUÉE EN INTELLIGENCE ARTIFICIELLE (IA)

JACOBB est un centre d’innovation et de recherche appliquée en Intelligence Artificielle (IA) ayant pour mission d’accélérer l’intégration de l’intelligence artificielle dans le tissu économique québécois. Établi en 2019, le centre connait depuis sa création une croissance rapide avec plus d’une douzaine de spécialistes à son bord, sous la supervision...

INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports

SMITH GAMBRELL RUSSELL

SMITH GAMBRELL RUSSELL-A FULL-SERVICE LAW FIRM REPRESENTING THE BUSINESS NEEDS OF OUR CLIENTS IN THE ENTERTAINMENT ECOSYSTEM

A FULL-SERVICE LAW FIRM REPRESENTING THE BUSINESS NEEDS OF OUR CLIENTS IN THE ENTERTAINMENT ECOSYSTEM

Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP’s (SGR) entertainment practice includes legal practitioners specializing in intellectual property protection, technology, corporate transactional, tax, and real estate matters. The Firm’s founders began practicing law more than 125 years ago to commit to excellence and attract a wide array of talent dedicated to serving our...

INNOVATE® Milwaukee

AUGUST BROWN

TRANSFORMING INNOVATION INTO MARKET SUCCESS

INSIGHT. INNOVATE. IMPROVE. August Brown has established itself as a trailblazer in Milwaukee’s innovation ecosystem, bridging the often-daunting gap between research and market execution. Founded by Dr. Gordon Nameni and Erik Vickstrom, this boutique agency has become synonymous with strategic excellence and groundbreaking impact. “It all really started in 2018,”...

INNOVATE® Blockchain

CRYPTOPAYS

CRYPTOPAYS-

CRYPTO PAYMENTS MADE FIAT Simple, Secure, Swift and Seamless

About CryptoPays:CryptoPays is a blockchain based global payment solution that enables merchants to accept Cryptocurrency from their customers and receive the funds in their local currency. The headquarters are based out of Chicago, USA.   About the Co-Founders:The trio-team of Nishant Tomar, Uma Viswanathan and Sanjiv Jha are immigrants from...

INNOVATE® South Florida

BOCA RATON INNOVATION CAMPUS (BRiC)

LEGACY REIMAGINED: INSIDE THE GROUNDBREAKING EVOLUTION OF A HISTORIC OFFICE PARK

Boca Raton Innovation Campus (BRiC) began its journey in 1968 as an IBM research and development hub. It pioneered breakthroughs in computing and research, including IBM’s first personal computer and the first smartphone. The campus continues its innovative ecosystem today, as its current landlord, CP Group, has embarked on a...

Vykon Performance Exhausts

From Humble Beginnings to a Global Brand

A New Chapter in Performance Excellence. Vykon Exhausts is not just a company; it’s a testament to a legacy of innovation, passion, and relentless pursuit of excellence. Founded by Brad Anassis, Vykon is a continuation and evolution of the remarkable engineering prowess that began with his late father, Gerry, and...

INNOVATE™ South Africa

BAZ ART

ART SPEAKS LOUDER THAN WORDS -BAZ-ART CREATES PUBLIC INTERACTION THROUGH URBAN ART

Co-founders Alexandre Tilmans (Sales, Marketing and Financial Director) and Melissa Cucci (Operations and Art Director) started the company in 2016 with the vision to make South Africa a flagship and main actor in the public art and marketing sector....

INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports

ESPORTS BAR

ESPORTS BAR-GATHERS INDUSTRY LEADERS TO SHAPE THE FUTURE TOGETHER

GATHERS INDUSTRY LEADERS TO SHAPE THE FUTURE TOGETHER

The world of esports is still young: the community is expanding, business models are fluid, and innovation never stops, as the industry looks to stay fresh and exciting.   Esports BAR is the world’s esports business arena, and our mission is to transform the sport of the digital generation into...

INNOVATE™ South Africa

THE GIANT FLAG

THE GIANT FLAG -IS A WORLD-FIRST GREEN INNOVATION PROJECT THAT CELEBRATES THE SPIRIT OF SOUTH AFRICA

IS A WORLD-FIRST GREEN INNOVATION PROJECT THAT CELEBRATES THE SPIRIT OF SOUTH AFRICA, HER LAND AND HER PEOPLE, WHILE BRINGING TOGETHER JOB CREATION, CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATION, CLEAN ENERGY AND TOURISM

The Giant Flag is a world-first green innovation project that celebrates the spirit of South Africa, her land and her people, while bringing together job creation, climate change mitigation, clean energy and tourism. The Giant Flag will be made up of millions of coloured desert plants, agricultural tunnels, a tourism...

INNOVATE™ Alberta

TECHNOLOGY NORTH

SYSTEMATIC INNOVATION

SYSTEMATIC INNOVATIONHow does one create lasting change? For over twenty-five years, Technology North Corporation has been answering this question where it can, whenever it can, with its team of dedicated consultants and industry experts. Established at the dawn of a groundbreaking era in 1998, the internet epoch, where the world...

Global Innovation Spotlight

Sticker Builder

Unlocking the Next Frontier

“Mass customization made simple. Creative chaos made scalable.” In today’s experience-driven economy, personalization isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s the foundation of competitive advantage. Customers expect more than just products; they want creative control, self-expression, and seamless experiences. That’s where Sticker Builder by Antigro Designer, based in Kraków, Poland, comes in. This...

INNOVATE™ Adelaide

NEUMANN SPACE

Innovating locally to deliver global leadership in Space Mobility

Introducing Neumann SpaceFounded in 2015, Neumann Space is an Australian-owned company that provides world leading propulsion systems for spacecraft. The company’s origins are itself a story of innovation. It’s Chief Scientist and Founder, Dr. Patrick “Paddy” Neumann, developed the technology during his PhD for a plasma propulsion system that uses...

INNOVATION Quebec

INO

FAIRE LA LUMIÈRE ET CONCRÉTISER L’INNOVATION

INO est le plus important centre d’expertise en optique-photonique au Canada et compte parmi les meilleurs centres d’innovation industrielle au monde. Depuis 35 ans, l’organisation crée et développe des solutions innovantes et pertinentes pour répondre aux besoins d’entreprises québécoises et canadiennes. Grâce à des applications multiples de la lumière, du...

INNOVATE® Austin Volume 2

SAILPOINT

SAILPOINT-Innovation Is Everyone’s Job: A Strong Culture

Innovation Is Everyone’s Job: A Strong Culture, Distinct Viewpoints, Unique Identities, And A Passion For Solving Real Business Challenges Drive Meaningful Advancements At SailPoint

As businesses grow increasingly complex, SailPoint’s innovative culture ensures it is always considering “what’s next” in security. Driven by a passion for solving our customers’ most pressing security and identity challenges, SailPoint’s employees, known internally as “the crew,” constantly work to expand their understanding of the relevant components of governing...

INNOVATE™ Alberta

HEALTH CITIES

HEALTH CITIES-IMPROVING THE HEALTH OF ALBERTANS THROUGH INNOVATION

IMPROVING THE HEALTH OF ALBERTANS THROUGH INNOVATION

Globally, healthcare is being disrupted, akin to the disruption we witnessed in media and transportation, and digital health is leading the charge. While Canada lags its peers in health outcomes and health system performance, Alberta’s areas of strength – artificial intelligence, Internet of Things and immersive technologies – can be...

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™ Botswana Vol.1

THE BOTSWANA INVESTMENT AND TRADE CENTRE (BITC)

ESTABLISHED BY AN ACT OF PARLIAMENT IN 2012 AS AN INTEGRATED INVESTMENT AND TRADE PROMOTION AUTHORITY (ITPA) WITH A MANDATE ENCOMPASSING INVESTMENT

Through its critical role within Botswana’s economy, BITC also encourages and nourishes domestic investment and expansions, promotes locally manufactured goods to regional and international markets, contributes towards improvement of the investment climate through policy advocacy, increases citizen participation in the economy and seeks to create sustainable job opportunities. BITC seeks...

INNOVATE™ Estonia

KIUD

TURNING TEXTILE WASTE INTO REUSABLE PACKAGING

The Estonian material technology company KIUD, founded in 2022, is addressing two major global waste problems simultaneously: textile waste and packaging waste. The company has developed a patented mechanical process to transform synthetic and mixed textile waste into rigid, reusable packaging — offering a sustainable alternative to cardboard and plastic....

INNOVATION Quebec

INO

INNOVATION AS A DRIVING FORCE

INO is the largest center of expertise in optics and photonics in Canada and is among the best technological research centres in the world. For the past 35 years, it has created and developed innovative and valuable solutions to meet the needs of businesses in Quebec and throughout Canada. Through...

INNOVATE® New Jersey Vol.2

TURTLE

Envisioning the Future Through a Century of Excellence

Founded in 1923, Turtle stands tall as a beacon of enduring success in the US market, marking its presence as one of the largest independent electrical and industrial distribution companies. Having amassed a century of experience, Turtle doesn’t just rest on its past laurels. Instead, it envisions a future illuminated...

INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2

BIT HAPPIER

HAPPINESS. TO LIVE A HAPPIER AND MORE FULFILLING LIFE IS EVERY INDIVIDUAL’S ULTIMATE GOAL. WE OFTEN SEARCH FOR HAPPINESS OUTSIDE OF OURSELVES IN THINGS LIKE RELATIONSHIPS, CAREERS, HOBBIES, AND MATERIAL POSSESSIONS. BUT WE FORGET TO RECOGNIZE THAT SUSTAINABLE HAPPINESS CAN BE CULTIVATED WITHIN ONESELF. These are the thoughts of the...

INNOVATE® Milwaukee

INTERNSHIP ON DEMAND

HOW INTERNSHIP ON DEMAND IS REDEFINING THE PATH TO CAREER SUCCESS

Every year, millions of college students graduate without ever having experienced the workplace firsthand. Employers demand experience, but when only 30% of college students complete an internship on an annual basis, what do those left on the outside looking in do? That’s where Internship on Demand comes in. Launched in...

INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports

GAMES INSTITUTE AUSTRIA

GAMES INSTITUTE AUSTRIA- THERE IS A GAME FOR EVERYONE

THERE IS A GAME FOR EVERYONE

GIA STORY“What if learning felt like a game?” This initial question was actually the starting point for the Games Institute. When Thomas Kunze stumbled over the topic of Game Based Learning in 2010, it was a question that never really left his thoughts again. Learning, especially in a digital world,...

INNOVATE® Milwaukee

CONTINUUS

DATA ENABLEMENT FOR FINANCIAL SERVICES INNOVATORS

Continuus is a data and analytics consulting firm headquartered in the heart of Milwaukee’s bustling Third Ward. Continuus is uniquely positioned to be the integrator and advisor that brings the Financial Services Data Cloud ecosystem together through technical expertise, partnerships, and core differentiator: industry expertise. Founder’s StoryMatt Moeser founded Continuus...

Ecosystems