Stories of Innovation
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...
INNOVATE™ Adelaide
BELLBERRY LIMITED
SUPPORTING RESEARCH AND ETHICS
ADVANCING RESEARCH THROUGH PHILANTHROPY Established in 2004, Adelaide’s Bellberry Limited continues to transform the way medical research is undertaken with its unique model for Human Research Ethics Commitees (HRECs). Traditionally HRECs are attached to universities and hospitals to undertake scientific and ethics reviews of any human based research associated with...
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,...
INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2
pH7 TECHNOLOGIES
At the forefront of sustainable resource extraction
Specialized cleantech solutions.pH7 Technologies Inc. delivers specialized cleantech solutions for the extraction of critical metals necessary for the transition to renewable energies. We have pioneered a proprietary process that provides a near-net-zero environmental impact in the extraction of key metals and minerals. This sustainable closed-loop process makes it an ideal...
INNOVATE™ Flanders
THE UNIVERSITY OF ANTWERP
GATEWAY FOR FUTURE INNOVATIONS
The University of Antwerp serves as a gateway for future innovations, playing a pivotal role within Antwerp’s thriving innovation ecosystem and beyond. It contributes significantly to driving innovation and fostering societal and economic impact, further solidifying its position as a pioneer in cutting-edge research and innovation. A key driver in...
INNOVATE™ Estonia
ESTBAN
ESTONIAN BUSINESS ANGELS NETWORK IS A ROLE MODEL FOR EUROPEAN ANGEL CLUBS
The Estonian Business Angels Network (EstBAN) has been connecting and educating startup investors and providing a platform for innovation in Estonia and beyond since 2012. EstBAN has become one of Europe’s most respected and well-managed angel investor networks. With nearly 260 members and a growing track record of syndicated and...
INNOVATE™ Estonia
ESTONIAN ENTREPRENEURSHIP UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
A UNIVERSITY BORN OF A VISION
When Estonia regained independence in the early 1990s, its economy was in flux. The country was moving rapidly from a socialist system into the unpredictable, high-speed world of open markets. At that critical juncture, one man – Ülo Pärnits – saw a gap that urgently needed filling. Estonia had bright...
INNOVATION Quebec
IVI
CCTT EN VÉHICULE INNOVANT
L’Institut du véhicule innovant (IVI) est un centre d’innovation en véhicules du futur, spécialisé en véhicules électriques, autonomes et connectés. Situé à Saint-Jérôme, ce centre de recherche appliquée et CCTT affilié au Cégep de Saint-Jérôme a été créé en 1996, suivant la volonté conjointe de la Ville et du cégep...
INNOVATE™ Alberta
KID DROP
REVOLUTIONIZING TRANSPORTATION FOR BUSY PARENTS
Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo, AB – In 2019, a visionary entrepreneur by the name of Julieta Miranda embarked on a mission to solve a pressing challenge faced by parents everywhere: juggling work and personal commitments while ensuring their children safely reach school and extracurricular activities. This is how Kid Drop...
United Nations Lesotho
WFP
THE WORLD FOOD PROGRAMME
In Lesotho for over 50 years and has programmes and a physical presence at district level. INTRODUCTION: Currently WFP has three field offices located in Mohale’s Hoek, Mokhotlong and Thaba-tseka districts. WFP has ongoing programmes in all the 10 districts of Lesotho: 1) the National School Feeding Programme, implemented in...
INNOVATE™ Estonia
DATEL
EMPOWERING SMART COMMUNITIES
PIONEERING SPACE TECHNOLOGY FOR SMARTER INFRASTRUCTURE AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT Datel AS, an Estonian IT powerhouse with over three decades of expertise, stands out as a leader in geo-informatics, infrastructure solutions, and pioneering space-based technology. Since its establishment in 1990, Datel has consistently driven innovation and development in IT and communication...
INNOVATE™ Curitiba
AMCHAM
AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR BRAZIL
The American Chamber of Commerce (Amcham) is a non-profit institution present in the Brazilian market since 1919. In more than 100 years of history, it has sought to develop the market in various fronts and currently has branches in 16 cities across the country. Not neglecting its American roots and...
INNOVATE™ Flanders
RAVAS MOBILE WEIGHING
revolutionizing efficiency and accuracy in material handling
Established in the 1970s, RAVAS Mobile Weighing (RAVAS) is a pioneering organization at the forefront of revolutionizing efficiency and accuracy in mobile weighing in material handling. RAVAS started as a small-scale operation in the Netherlands. The company’s founder recognized the need for mobile weighing solutions that could enhance productivity and...
INNOVATE™ Curitiba
RENTCARS
SEARCH, COMPARE, RENT. CAR RENTAL AT THE BEST PRICES
In the dynamic landscape of global mobility solutions, Rentcars stands out as the largest online car rental platform in Latin America, connecting users with rental companies worldwide. Founded in 2009 in Curitiba, Rentcars has been at the forefront of innovation, offering a unique experience to users, not only through a...
INNOVATE™ Estonia
GENZ FOUNDERS
CULTIVATING ESTONIA’S NEXT WAVE OF UNICORNS: THE RISE OF GEN Z FOUNDERS
In the heart of Estonia, a nation internationally celebrated for its digital prowess and high concentration of billion-dollar startups, a new force is emerging to ensure the longevity of this entrepreneurial legacy. Gen Z Founders is an active community and mentorship network dedicated to connecting and empowering the country’s most...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
NanoBioFAB
Pioneering the Future of Medical Sensing Technology
NanoBioFab blends nanotechnology with artificial intelligence to create innovative solutions for early infection detection and personalized healthcare. Founded by Dr. Xiaonao Liu, this medtech company is revolutionizing the medical industry with its AI-driven smart sensors and high-throughput 3D nano-printing technology. NanoBioFab is on a journey fueled by personal motivation, cutting-edge...
INNOVATE® Georgia
CGI
Addressing new energy markets with agility and insight
Changing Demands and the Energy Transition Changing demands and the energy transition are driving utilities to reinvent operations. We help clients continually sense and respond to dynamic change to improve organizational resilience. Modernizing Utilities to Support the Health, Safety, and Economic Productivity of Industries and Communities CGI works across a...
INNOVATE® Jacksonville
Menuat
Power To Your Menu
THIS IS A GOOD SIGN Menuat started 5 years ago with one goal: to help restaurants manage their menus easier online and in-store. Our flagship product Menuat Go is a low-cost, easy-to-install digital menu board which is completely changeable and beautifully custom-designed. Our restaurant owners enjoy the ability to update...
INNOVATE™ South Africa
DATADISTILLR
COLLABORATE AND EXPLORE DATA LIKE NEVER BEFORE
Data is the source of all learning, and nothing should get in the way of that. Data should be easy to access and explore. We spend too long working on our data instead of with our data. Data tells a story, and it’s our job to unearth and tell that...
INNOVATE™ Curitiba
DIGER/ GUACEMMI
MORE THAN 50 PATENTS
Strongly supported by human, technological and financial resources, the Seccional group is part of an innovation network with 16 companies operating in the most diverse areas, notably: telecommunications, lighting, energy, research and development, real estate, finance and the exclusive distribution and representation for Brazil of the Japanese tire brand Yokohama,...
INNOVATE™ Atlantic Canada
Atlantic Venture Forum
Igniting Innovation and Investment in Atlantic Canada
The Atlantic Venture Forum (AVF) serves as a beacon of innovation and investment in Atlantic Canada, providing a vital platform for high-potential startups to connect with investors, industry leaders, and policymakers. Atlantic Canada’s technology innovators, startups, and leaders come together at AVF to focus on: Mission & Vision The Atlantic...
INNOVATION Quebec
L’Espace d’accélération et de croissance de l’Abitibi-Témiscamingue (EACAT)
L’Espace d’accélération et de croissance de l’Abitibi-Témiscamingue (EACAT) fait partie de la démarche des Espaces régionaux d’accélération et de croissance mis en place par le ministère de l’Économie et de l’Innovation du Québec en 2018
La création de l’organisation s’est faite en 2018, à la suite d’un processus de consultation et de concertation régional, pour établir le positionnement adéquat de l’organisation. La complémentarité de la mission de l’organisation avec l’ensemble des partenaires de l’écosystème de développement et d’innovation en région a permis de conclure à...
INNOVATION Quebec
L’AQT
AU CŒUR DE L’INNOVATION TECHNO-NUMÉRIQUE DU QUÉBEC
Transformatrice, innovatrice et perturbatrice. L’industrie techno est devenue un moteur stratégique de l’économie, une partie intégrante du mode de fonctionnement de notre société. Avec l’essor de l’intelligence artificielle, de la 5G, des appareils intelligents, des mégadonnées, des modes de travail asynchrones, entre autres technologies émergentes, on peut s’attendre à une...
United Nations Lesotho
UNDP
UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
SUPPORT ON DIGITIZATION UNDP helps countries develop strong policies, skills, partnerships and institutions so they can sustain their progress. UNDP is working for a Lesotho that is empowered and more resilient to create and sustain growth that will improve people’s lives. LEHOKELA DIGITAL PLATFORM FOR COMMUNITY POLICING UNDP Lesotho, through...
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...
INNOVATE™ Adelaide
BELLBERRY LIMITED
SUPPORTING RESEARCH AND ETHICS
ADVANCING RESEARCH THROUGH PHILANTHROPY Established in 2004, Adelaide’s Bellberry Limited continues to transform the way medical research is undertaken with its unique model for Human Research Ethics Commitees (HRECs). Traditionally HRECs are attached to universities and hospitals to undertake scientific and ethics reviews of any human based research associated with...
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,...
INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2
pH7 TECHNOLOGIES
At the forefront of sustainable resource extraction
Specialized cleantech solutions.pH7 Technologies Inc. delivers specialized cleantech solutions for the extraction of critical metals necessary for the transition to renewable energies. We have pioneered a proprietary process that provides a near-net-zero environmental impact in the extraction of key metals and minerals. This sustainable closed-loop process makes it an ideal...
INNOVATE™ Flanders
THE UNIVERSITY OF ANTWERP
GATEWAY FOR FUTURE INNOVATIONS
The University of Antwerp serves as a gateway for future innovations, playing a pivotal role within Antwerp’s thriving innovation ecosystem and beyond. It contributes significantly to driving innovation and fostering societal and economic impact, further solidifying its position as a pioneer in cutting-edge research and innovation. A key driver in...
INNOVATE™ Estonia
ESTBAN
ESTONIAN BUSINESS ANGELS NETWORK IS A ROLE MODEL FOR EUROPEAN ANGEL CLUBS
The Estonian Business Angels Network (EstBAN) has been connecting and educating startup investors and providing a platform for innovation in Estonia and beyond since 2012. EstBAN has become one of Europe’s most respected and well-managed angel investor networks. With nearly 260 members and a growing track record of syndicated and...
INNOVATE™ Estonia
ESTONIAN ENTREPRENEURSHIP UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
A UNIVERSITY BORN OF A VISION
When Estonia regained independence in the early 1990s, its economy was in flux. The country was moving rapidly from a socialist system into the unpredictable, high-speed world of open markets. At that critical juncture, one man – Ülo Pärnits – saw a gap that urgently needed filling. Estonia had bright...
INNOVATION Quebec
IVI
CCTT EN VÉHICULE INNOVANT
L’Institut du véhicule innovant (IVI) est un centre d’innovation en véhicules du futur, spécialisé en véhicules électriques, autonomes et connectés. Situé à Saint-Jérôme, ce centre de recherche appliquée et CCTT affilié au Cégep de Saint-Jérôme a été créé en 1996, suivant la volonté conjointe de la Ville et du cégep...
INNOVATE™ Alberta
KID DROP
REVOLUTIONIZING TRANSPORTATION FOR BUSY PARENTS
Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo, AB – In 2019, a visionary entrepreneur by the name of Julieta Miranda embarked on a mission to solve a pressing challenge faced by parents everywhere: juggling work and personal commitments while ensuring their children safely reach school and extracurricular activities. This is how Kid Drop...
United Nations Lesotho
WFP
THE WORLD FOOD PROGRAMME
In Lesotho for over 50 years and has programmes and a physical presence at district level. INTRODUCTION: Currently WFP has three field offices located in Mohale’s Hoek, Mokhotlong and Thaba-tseka districts. WFP has ongoing programmes in all the 10 districts of Lesotho: 1) the National School Feeding Programme, implemented in...
INNOVATE™ Estonia
DATEL
EMPOWERING SMART COMMUNITIES
PIONEERING SPACE TECHNOLOGY FOR SMARTER INFRASTRUCTURE AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT Datel AS, an Estonian IT powerhouse with over three decades of expertise, stands out as a leader in geo-informatics, infrastructure solutions, and pioneering space-based technology. Since its establishment in 1990, Datel has consistently driven innovation and development in IT and communication...
INNOVATE™ Curitiba
AMCHAM
AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR BRAZIL
The American Chamber of Commerce (Amcham) is a non-profit institution present in the Brazilian market since 1919. In more than 100 years of history, it has sought to develop the market in various fronts and currently has branches in 16 cities across the country. Not neglecting its American roots and...
INNOVATE™ Flanders
RAVAS MOBILE WEIGHING
revolutionizing efficiency and accuracy in material handling
Established in the 1970s, RAVAS Mobile Weighing (RAVAS) is a pioneering organization at the forefront of revolutionizing efficiency and accuracy in mobile weighing in material handling. RAVAS started as a small-scale operation in the Netherlands. The company’s founder recognized the need for mobile weighing solutions that could enhance productivity and...
INNOVATE™ Curitiba
RENTCARS
SEARCH, COMPARE, RENT. CAR RENTAL AT THE BEST PRICES
In the dynamic landscape of global mobility solutions, Rentcars stands out as the largest online car rental platform in Latin America, connecting users with rental companies worldwide. Founded in 2009 in Curitiba, Rentcars has been at the forefront of innovation, offering a unique experience to users, not only through a...
INNOVATE™ Estonia
GENZ FOUNDERS
CULTIVATING ESTONIA’S NEXT WAVE OF UNICORNS: THE RISE OF GEN Z FOUNDERS
In the heart of Estonia, a nation internationally celebrated for its digital prowess and high concentration of billion-dollar startups, a new force is emerging to ensure the longevity of this entrepreneurial legacy. Gen Z Founders is an active community and mentorship network dedicated to connecting and empowering the country’s most...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
NanoBioFAB
Pioneering the Future of Medical Sensing Technology
NanoBioFab blends nanotechnology with artificial intelligence to create innovative solutions for early infection detection and personalized healthcare. Founded by Dr. Xiaonao Liu, this medtech company is revolutionizing the medical industry with its AI-driven smart sensors and high-throughput 3D nano-printing technology. NanoBioFab is on a journey fueled by personal motivation, cutting-edge...
INNOVATE® Georgia
CGI
Addressing new energy markets with agility and insight
Changing Demands and the Energy Transition Changing demands and the energy transition are driving utilities to reinvent operations. We help clients continually sense and respond to dynamic change to improve organizational resilience. Modernizing Utilities to Support the Health, Safety, and Economic Productivity of Industries and Communities CGI works across a...
INNOVATE® Jacksonville
Menuat
Power To Your Menu
THIS IS A GOOD SIGN Menuat started 5 years ago with one goal: to help restaurants manage their menus easier online and in-store. Our flagship product Menuat Go is a low-cost, easy-to-install digital menu board which is completely changeable and beautifully custom-designed. Our restaurant owners enjoy the ability to update...
INNOVATE™ South Africa
DATADISTILLR
COLLABORATE AND EXPLORE DATA LIKE NEVER BEFORE
Data is the source of all learning, and nothing should get in the way of that. Data should be easy to access and explore. We spend too long working on our data instead of with our data. Data tells a story, and it’s our job to unearth and tell that...
INNOVATE™ Curitiba
DIGER/ GUACEMMI
MORE THAN 50 PATENTS
Strongly supported by human, technological and financial resources, the Seccional group is part of an innovation network with 16 companies operating in the most diverse areas, notably: telecommunications, lighting, energy, research and development, real estate, finance and the exclusive distribution and representation for Brazil of the Japanese tire brand Yokohama,...
INNOVATE™ Atlantic Canada
Atlantic Venture Forum
Igniting Innovation and Investment in Atlantic Canada
The Atlantic Venture Forum (AVF) serves as a beacon of innovation and investment in Atlantic Canada, providing a vital platform for high-potential startups to connect with investors, industry leaders, and policymakers. Atlantic Canada’s technology innovators, startups, and leaders come together at AVF to focus on: Mission & Vision The Atlantic...
INNOVATION Quebec
L’Espace d’accélération et de croissance de l’Abitibi-Témiscamingue (EACAT)
L’Espace d’accélération et de croissance de l’Abitibi-Témiscamingue (EACAT) fait partie de la démarche des Espaces régionaux d’accélération et de croissance mis en place par le ministère de l’Économie et de l’Innovation du Québec en 2018
La création de l’organisation s’est faite en 2018, à la suite d’un processus de consultation et de concertation régional, pour établir le positionnement adéquat de l’organisation. La complémentarité de la mission de l’organisation avec l’ensemble des partenaires de l’écosystème de développement et d’innovation en région a permis de conclure à...
INNOVATION Quebec
L’AQT
AU CŒUR DE L’INNOVATION TECHNO-NUMÉRIQUE DU QUÉBEC
Transformatrice, innovatrice et perturbatrice. L’industrie techno est devenue un moteur stratégique de l’économie, une partie intégrante du mode de fonctionnement de notre société. Avec l’essor de l’intelligence artificielle, de la 5G, des appareils intelligents, des mégadonnées, des modes de travail asynchrones, entre autres technologies émergentes, on peut s’attendre à une...
United Nations Lesotho
UNDP
UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
SUPPORT ON DIGITIZATION UNDP helps countries develop strong policies, skills, partnerships and institutions so they can sustain their progress. UNDP is working for a Lesotho that is empowered and more resilient to create and sustain growth that will improve people’s lives. LEHOKELA DIGITAL PLATFORM FOR COMMUNITY POLICING UNDP Lesotho, through...