Stories of Innovation
AI Québec
MUUTAA
IS A PILLAR OF AI IN CLINICALLY INTEGRATED HEALTHCARE SUPPLY CHAINS.
The conjuncture of healthcare and AI is an amazing place to be, and is what brought MUUTAA’s team together. Our combined industry knowledge in clinical workflows, medical supplies and medication management, emerging technologies, traceability and logistics are applied to drive operational optimization through the application of artificial intelligence. We are...
INNOVATE™ Atlantic Canada
SMALL & LOCAL
REDEFINING LOCAL CONNECTIONS: THE FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND PLATFORM FOR SMALL BUSINESSES & BUY LOCAL SHOPPERS
Many online users face a similar dilemma: they love supporting local but are too tempted by the ease of filling up their Big Box Store online shopping cart and pressing “Order.” If only there was another option—one that could effortlessly help users find and buy from local businesses instead. Good...
INNOVATE™ Estonia
FIENTA
REDEFINING TICKETING FOR THE RELATIONSHIP ERA
When Fienta first launched, it was built to solve a deeper problem: how can event organisers build stronger relationships with their audiences – not just sell tickets? A decade later, the Estonia-based company has grown from a grassroots solution into a global platform, helping event organisers in more than 50...
INNOVATE® Miami
Chargello
Now in twenty-six countries and over 6000 restaurants and other venues
Chargello makes portable phone charging kits, places them in restaurants and other venues, and uses this unique location to sell targeted ads. By doing this, they have built a highly focused new media channel while also solving the universal need for charging your phone away from home. “My phone was...
INNOVATION Quebec
CDRIN
CCTT IN DIGITAL INTELLIGENCE
The Centre de développement et de recherche en intelligence numérique (CDRIN) supports the innovation and development needs of small, medium and large Quebec businesses through applied research, technical assistance and specialized training in the fields of animation, modelling, graphic rendering, synthetic data generation and artificial intelligence and vision. We have...
INNOVATE™ Stockholm
PLUTOVETS
DISRUPTING PET HEALTHCARE
PlutoVets is rewriting the rules of veterinary care by combining in-home visits, digital-first convenience, and a full-service clinic into one seamless, empathetic experience. The mission is simple: to deliver care that puts both pets and pet parents first. The Convenience Revolution Taking a stressed animal to the clinic is one...
INNOVATE® Seattle
Aperon Corporation
Is revolutionizing the way cannabis is traded by democratizing the global supply chain and building a brand new space for everyone to thrive.
Is revolutionizing the way cannabis is traded by democratizing the global supply chain and building a brand new space for everyone to thrive. Aperon Corporation founded in 2016 by Seattle native Jhavid Mohseni, Aperon Corp has innovated the entire industry by developing key technology tools for stakeholders that allow for...
INNOVATE® New Jersey Vol.2
FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON UNIVERSITY
PERSONAL. GLOBAL. TRANSFORMATIONAL
THE HALLMARKS OF AN FDU EDUCATION ARE PERSONAL SUPPORT AND CONCERN, GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES AND OPPORTUNITIES, AND TRANSFORMATIONAL EXPERIENCES. HISTORY AND BACKGROUNDFounded in 1942 by Dr. Peter Sammartino and his wife, Sylvia (Sally), Fairleigh Dickinson University has grown into the largest private university in New Jersey. More than 11,000 students from...
INNOVATE® Jacksonville
Peoplr
Turning HR Headaches Into Great Business Results
ELEVATOR PITCH Peoplr is a team of Human Resources experts who tackle all kinds of headaches and turn them into great business results by providing flexible and cost-effective strategies that address a company’s human resources needs. From start-ups to thriving Fortune 100 companies, Peoplr has each client covered with expert...
INNOVATE® Puerto Rico
GLOBAL ECONOMIC OPTIMIZATION
Is a boutique law firm located in San Juan Puerto Rico, founded in 2018 by Giovanni Méndez Feliciano
Our mission is to provide our clients with a one-stop, unique, and transparent entry to the various economic incentive programs, optimize their business structures, and ensure compliance while we help them to make informed decisions. GEO’s customized approach provides each client with a wide range of services including but not...
INNOVATE® Georgia
CREDENZA
THE FUTURE OF FAN ENGAGEMENT IS HERE
THE BACKSTORYIn 2013, Sandy Khaund, Credenza Inc’s Founder, was introduced to blockchain. He recognized the potential for decentralized identification, where identity isn’t tied to platforms like Facebook, Google, or proprietary logins, but instead relies on mathematical computation to universally identify each user. He believed that if this concept gained traction,...
INNOVATION Quebec
INSTITUT DE RECHERCHE SUR L’HYDROGÈNE (IRH)
Fondé en 1994, l’Institut de recherche sur l’hydrogène (IRH) de l’Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières est un des centres les plus expérimentés et reconnus dans le domaine de la recherche et du développement des technologies de l’hydrogène. L’IRH se donne pour mission de répondre à l’urgence climatique par la formation,...
INNOVATE® Northern Virginia
Northeastern University Arlington
Engineering Talent for Where Policy, Security, and Technology Converge
For more than 125 years, Northeastern University has built its reputation around one defining idea: learning works best when it is connected directly to the world it aims to serve. That belief has powered a global university system spanning 13 campuses across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom....
INNOVATE® Seattle
Clark Nuber
Dedicated to the Success of our People and our Clients: We are Clark Nuber
Leading the Industry Clark Nuber, the largest locally owned CPA firm in Washington state, proudly stands as a majority women-owned firm. The firm consistently ranks among Accounting Today and Inside Public Accounting’s national lists of “Top 100 Firms.” These lists include the Big 4 and many multi-office, national firms, highlighting...
INNOVATE™ Stockholm
Hack for Earth Foundation
Unleashing Citizen-Driven Innovation with the Power of Hackathons
Hack for Earth began as an ambitious experiment to reinvent the hackathon tool, but it has since evolved into a global movement redefining innovation and democracy for the 21st century. At its core is the concept of citizen-driven innovation, which empowers citizens all over the world to co-create solutions for...
INNOVATE® Northern Virginia
AppTek
The Deep Scientific Expertise Driving Language Recognition, Cognition, and Generation
In a world racing to adopt artificial intelligence, AppTek has taken a different path. Rather than chasing trends or repackaging third-party tools, this company has spent more than three decades quietly building the scientific foundations of language AI. Today, that commitment places AppTek at the center of how global enterprises,...
INNOVATE™ Alberta
TOAST
IS ADDRESSING THE GENDER PAY GAP BY INCREASING THE REPRESENTATION OF WOMEN IN THE TECH SECTOR
We know that women approach job applications differently than men do. They are far less likely to apply for positions that are more senior than the one they’re in currently, whereas men are less concerned by that. Still, recruiters and hiring managers are comfortable accepting “women aren’t applying” as a...
INNOVATE® Nashville
JE Dunn
Delivering Construction Solutions
JE Dunn Construction, founded in 1924, is the sixth-largest domestic general building contractor in the United States with offices in 26 locations. They endeavor to be an indispensable business partner, thoroughly understanding their client’s vision so they can deliver construction solutions that meet their needs. For over 30 years, JE...
INNOVATE® Kansas City
SPARK
WHERE IDEAS IGNITE IN THE HEART OF KANSAS CITY
When the future of work spilled out of traditional offices and into vibrant spaces where community mattered as much as connectivity, Spark Coworking emerged as a beacon for entrepreneurs, creatives, and innovators. Launched in 2016 by The Cordish Companies, Spark has grown into a national network of collaborative workspaces –...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
THE DC WHEELS
SKATEBOARD TEAM AND CHARITY ORGANIZATION USES THE POWER OF SKATEBOARDING TO CHANGE LIVES
Their mission is to overcome longstanding stereotypes that surround skateboarding by helping others, reinforcing positivity, and supporting a healthy lifestyle. Also known as the Skate Crusaders, they have handpicked talent from across the metropolitan region and dedicate themselves to meaningfully help those in need. The team is comprised of girls/women...
INNOVATION Quebec
OPTONIQUE
SPOTLIGHT ON INNOVATION
Photonics can be found everywhere: laser surgery, battery manufacturing, and quantum computers are among many other applications that benefit from light-based technologies. The presence of research centers and industries on Quebec soil has led to a fertile ground for innovation among deep tech start-ups and established businesses. Optonique, Québec’s Photonics...
United Nations Lesotho
RCO
THE UNITED NATIONS RESIDENT COORDINATOR OFFICE
The Office of the Resident Coordinator’s Support to Lesotho Strategic Leadership and Coordination The United Nations Resident Coordinator Office (RCO) plays a pivotal role in supporting the work of the UN Resident Coordinator, who leads the UN Country Team (UNCT) in consultation with the Government of Lesotho. Together, they define...
INNOVATE™ Bristol & Bath
boomsatsuma
Fuelling The Next Creative Generation
boomsatsuma is an independent education provider, offering training pathways to people from all backgrounds, aged 16 to degree level, into expanding creative industries. Established in 2011, with a background in Community Interest Projects, boomsatsuma has grown to be a creative industry educator maintaining close ties across Bristol community projects. Year-on-year...
AI Québec
MUUTAA
IS A PILLAR OF AI IN CLINICALLY INTEGRATED HEALTHCARE SUPPLY CHAINS.
The conjuncture of healthcare and AI is an amazing place to be, and is what brought MUUTAA’s team together. Our combined industry knowledge in clinical workflows, medical supplies and medication management, emerging technologies, traceability and logistics are applied to drive operational optimization through the application of artificial intelligence. We are...
INNOVATE™ Atlantic Canada
SMALL & LOCAL
REDEFINING LOCAL CONNECTIONS: THE FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND PLATFORM FOR SMALL BUSINESSES & BUY LOCAL SHOPPERS
Many online users face a similar dilemma: they love supporting local but are too tempted by the ease of filling up their Big Box Store online shopping cart and pressing “Order.” If only there was another option—one that could effortlessly help users find and buy from local businesses instead. Good...
INNOVATE™ Estonia
FIENTA
REDEFINING TICKETING FOR THE RELATIONSHIP ERA
When Fienta first launched, it was built to solve a deeper problem: how can event organisers build stronger relationships with their audiences – not just sell tickets? A decade later, the Estonia-based company has grown from a grassroots solution into a global platform, helping event organisers in more than 50...
INNOVATE® Miami
Chargello
Now in twenty-six countries and over 6000 restaurants and other venues
Chargello makes portable phone charging kits, places them in restaurants and other venues, and uses this unique location to sell targeted ads. By doing this, they have built a highly focused new media channel while also solving the universal need for charging your phone away from home. “My phone was...
INNOVATION Quebec
CDRIN
CCTT IN DIGITAL INTELLIGENCE
The Centre de développement et de recherche en intelligence numérique (CDRIN) supports the innovation and development needs of small, medium and large Quebec businesses through applied research, technical assistance and specialized training in the fields of animation, modelling, graphic rendering, synthetic data generation and artificial intelligence and vision. We have...
INNOVATE™ Stockholm
PLUTOVETS
DISRUPTING PET HEALTHCARE
PlutoVets is rewriting the rules of veterinary care by combining in-home visits, digital-first convenience, and a full-service clinic into one seamless, empathetic experience. The mission is simple: to deliver care that puts both pets and pet parents first. The Convenience Revolution Taking a stressed animal to the clinic is one...
INNOVATE® Seattle
Aperon Corporation
Is revolutionizing the way cannabis is traded by democratizing the global supply chain and building a brand new space for everyone to thrive.
Is revolutionizing the way cannabis is traded by democratizing the global supply chain and building a brand new space for everyone to thrive. Aperon Corporation founded in 2016 by Seattle native Jhavid Mohseni, Aperon Corp has innovated the entire industry by developing key technology tools for stakeholders that allow for...
INNOVATE® New Jersey Vol.2
FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON UNIVERSITY
PERSONAL. GLOBAL. TRANSFORMATIONAL
THE HALLMARKS OF AN FDU EDUCATION ARE PERSONAL SUPPORT AND CONCERN, GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES AND OPPORTUNITIES, AND TRANSFORMATIONAL EXPERIENCES. HISTORY AND BACKGROUNDFounded in 1942 by Dr. Peter Sammartino and his wife, Sylvia (Sally), Fairleigh Dickinson University has grown into the largest private university in New Jersey. More than 11,000 students from...
INNOVATE® Jacksonville
Peoplr
Turning HR Headaches Into Great Business Results
ELEVATOR PITCH Peoplr is a team of Human Resources experts who tackle all kinds of headaches and turn them into great business results by providing flexible and cost-effective strategies that address a company’s human resources needs. From start-ups to thriving Fortune 100 companies, Peoplr has each client covered with expert...
INNOVATE® Puerto Rico
GLOBAL ECONOMIC OPTIMIZATION
Is a boutique law firm located in San Juan Puerto Rico, founded in 2018 by Giovanni Méndez Feliciano
Our mission is to provide our clients with a one-stop, unique, and transparent entry to the various economic incentive programs, optimize their business structures, and ensure compliance while we help them to make informed decisions. GEO’s customized approach provides each client with a wide range of services including but not...
INNOVATE® Georgia
CREDENZA
THE FUTURE OF FAN ENGAGEMENT IS HERE
THE BACKSTORYIn 2013, Sandy Khaund, Credenza Inc’s Founder, was introduced to blockchain. He recognized the potential for decentralized identification, where identity isn’t tied to platforms like Facebook, Google, or proprietary logins, but instead relies on mathematical computation to universally identify each user. He believed that if this concept gained traction,...
INNOVATION Quebec
INSTITUT DE RECHERCHE SUR L’HYDROGÈNE (IRH)
Fondé en 1994, l’Institut de recherche sur l’hydrogène (IRH) de l’Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières est un des centres les plus expérimentés et reconnus dans le domaine de la recherche et du développement des technologies de l’hydrogène. L’IRH se donne pour mission de répondre à l’urgence climatique par la formation,...
INNOVATE® Northern Virginia
Northeastern University Arlington
Engineering Talent for Where Policy, Security, and Technology Converge
For more than 125 years, Northeastern University has built its reputation around one defining idea: learning works best when it is connected directly to the world it aims to serve. That belief has powered a global university system spanning 13 campuses across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom....
INNOVATE® Seattle
Clark Nuber
Dedicated to the Success of our People and our Clients: We are Clark Nuber
Leading the Industry Clark Nuber, the largest locally owned CPA firm in Washington state, proudly stands as a majority women-owned firm. The firm consistently ranks among Accounting Today and Inside Public Accounting’s national lists of “Top 100 Firms.” These lists include the Big 4 and many multi-office, national firms, highlighting...
INNOVATE™ Stockholm
Hack for Earth Foundation
Unleashing Citizen-Driven Innovation with the Power of Hackathons
Hack for Earth began as an ambitious experiment to reinvent the hackathon tool, but it has since evolved into a global movement redefining innovation and democracy for the 21st century. At its core is the concept of citizen-driven innovation, which empowers citizens all over the world to co-create solutions for...
INNOVATE® Northern Virginia
AppTek
The Deep Scientific Expertise Driving Language Recognition, Cognition, and Generation
In a world racing to adopt artificial intelligence, AppTek has taken a different path. Rather than chasing trends or repackaging third-party tools, this company has spent more than three decades quietly building the scientific foundations of language AI. Today, that commitment places AppTek at the center of how global enterprises,...
INNOVATE™ Alberta
TOAST
IS ADDRESSING THE GENDER PAY GAP BY INCREASING THE REPRESENTATION OF WOMEN IN THE TECH SECTOR
We know that women approach job applications differently than men do. They are far less likely to apply for positions that are more senior than the one they’re in currently, whereas men are less concerned by that. Still, recruiters and hiring managers are comfortable accepting “women aren’t applying” as a...
INNOVATE® Nashville
JE Dunn
Delivering Construction Solutions
JE Dunn Construction, founded in 1924, is the sixth-largest domestic general building contractor in the United States with offices in 26 locations. They endeavor to be an indispensable business partner, thoroughly understanding their client’s vision so they can deliver construction solutions that meet their needs. For over 30 years, JE...
INNOVATE® Kansas City
SPARK
WHERE IDEAS IGNITE IN THE HEART OF KANSAS CITY
When the future of work spilled out of traditional offices and into vibrant spaces where community mattered as much as connectivity, Spark Coworking emerged as a beacon for entrepreneurs, creatives, and innovators. Launched in 2016 by The Cordish Companies, Spark has grown into a national network of collaborative workspaces –...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
THE DC WHEELS
SKATEBOARD TEAM AND CHARITY ORGANIZATION USES THE POWER OF SKATEBOARDING TO CHANGE LIVES
Their mission is to overcome longstanding stereotypes that surround skateboarding by helping others, reinforcing positivity, and supporting a healthy lifestyle. Also known as the Skate Crusaders, they have handpicked talent from across the metropolitan region and dedicate themselves to meaningfully help those in need. The team is comprised of girls/women...
INNOVATION Quebec
OPTONIQUE
SPOTLIGHT ON INNOVATION
Photonics can be found everywhere: laser surgery, battery manufacturing, and quantum computers are among many other applications that benefit from light-based technologies. The presence of research centers and industries on Quebec soil has led to a fertile ground for innovation among deep tech start-ups and established businesses. Optonique, Québec’s Photonics...
United Nations Lesotho
RCO
THE UNITED NATIONS RESIDENT COORDINATOR OFFICE
The Office of the Resident Coordinator’s Support to Lesotho Strategic Leadership and Coordination The United Nations Resident Coordinator Office (RCO) plays a pivotal role in supporting the work of the UN Resident Coordinator, who leads the UN Country Team (UNCT) in consultation with the Government of Lesotho. Together, they define...
INNOVATE™ Bristol & Bath
boomsatsuma
Fuelling The Next Creative Generation
boomsatsuma is an independent education provider, offering training pathways to people from all backgrounds, aged 16 to degree level, into expanding creative industries. Established in 2011, with a background in Community Interest Projects, boomsatsuma has grown to be a creative industry educator maintaining close ties across Bristol community projects. Year-on-year...