Stories of Innovation
INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2
One Interface, One Billion Blockchain Data Points How Covalent is Using Programming Tools to Build a Reliable Future. If you have a crypto wallet or NFT, you have likely benefited from Covalent’s data services. Everything from current token pricing to streaming depends on a reliable, programmatic data retrieval process, simplified...
INNOVATION Quebec
SCALE AI
VERS UNE ÉCONOMIE PROPULSÉE PAR L’IA POUR LE CANADA
En tant que grappe d’innovation mondiale du Canada en IA, Scale AI agit comme un pôle d’investissement et d’innovation pour accélérer l’adoption et l’intégration rapide de l’intelligence artificielle dans les chaînes d’approvisionnement, à travers des projets porteurs pour l’économie d’ici. Véritable lien pancanadien entre les différents piliers de la communauté...
Global Innovation Spotlight
Innovative Moving Solutions: How Technology Is Transforming the Relocation Industry
The moving industry has traditionally relied on manual labor and logistics, but recent innovations in technology are driving a significant transformation in how relocations are handled. From digital platforms that connect customers with movers to AI-powered solutions that streamline operations, technology is making moving faster, more efficient, and customer-centric. This...
INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports
Respawn Therapy
Is A Group Of Doctors Of Physical Therapy That Strive To Help Gamers Play With Healthier Habits And Less Pain
We’ve taken the lessons learned from our extensive experience in working with professional players to teach gamers of every level how to play while simultaneously reducing risk of injury. Everyone plays better when they play pain-free and we want to help them achieve that. I started Respawn Therapy in...
INNOVATE® Northern Virginia
Excella
Turning "Innovation" Into Systems That Actually Perform
In a region that lives and breathes technology, it’s easy to mistake innovation for novelty – something shiny, experimental, and detached from the realities of mission work. Excella has built its brand by resisting that temptation. Founded in 2002, the Northern Virginia firm has spent more than two decades proving...
INNOVATE™ Botswana Vol.1
NAKO TIMEPIECES
A LUXURY WATCH DESIGNER BRAND WITH HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE
Born and designed in Gaborone, Botswana Nako Timepieces are merging innovation and luxury watchmaking that is proudly rooted in Botswana. BRAND PERSONALITYAn embodiment of Afrocentrism, Tswana origins, selfdiscovery, character and endurance. Having stepped over the line of classic iconic style and into the realm of simplicity — Nako Timepieces identifies...
INNOVATE® South Florida
GLOBAL VENTURES
EMPOWERING SECOND-STAGE COMPANIES FOR GLOBAL SUCCESS
Also located in the Research Park at Florida Atlantic, Global Ventures is a second-stage incubator designed to support the growth of innovative second-stage companies that have established market traction. The primary goal is to skyrocket the growth of these high-potential companies by providing an array of resources, connecting them with...
INNOVATE® Jacksonville
LionShare Cowork
Opportunity To Grow
With the entrepreneur, small business owner, and business professional in mind, we provide you an opportunity to grow, to shine, and to succeed. Our fully furnished innovative spaces give you the creative and productive flow you need to achieve your goals and get work done. Founder, Mike Januzzi discovered an...
INNOVATE™ Stockholm
AAX BIOTECH
PIONEERING THE NEXT WAVE OF PRECISION ANTIBODY THERAPEUTICS
In the heart of Sweden’s thriving life sciences ecosystem, a young biotechnology company is redefining how the world understands and engineers therapeutic antibodies. Founded by researchers from the prestigious Karolinska Institutet, AAX Biotech is on a mission to transform antibody-based medicine—turning scientific breakthroughs into next-generation therapies for some of the...
INNOVATE® Philadelphia
Integral Molecular
Celebrating 25 Years of Innovation and Impact
Philadelphia has long been a city of innovation. For the last 25 years, Integral Molecular has helped write that story, advancing better, safer antibody drugs and developing tools that accelerate vaccine discovery. Founded and grown in Philadelphia, Integral Molecular develops and applies innovative technologies to study and target membrane proteins...
INNOVATE® Chicago Vol.1
LIVLY
MODERN RESIDENT EXPERIENCE- Livly Offers Apartment Technology That Property Managers Use To Simplify Tasks And Elevate Resident Experiences
Livly, Inc. is revolutionizing apartment living & powering communities across the globe. Founded in Chicago in 2017, Livly has built the first unified enterprise-grade operating system tailored specifically for residential properties. The Livly operating system serves as the remote control for apartment living, connecting residents, guests, staff, and vendors with...
INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2
SLA-STEPHANE LAROYE ARCHITECT INC
Boutique Vancouver architectural firm committed to collaborative design and mixed-use projects using engineered wood solutions. The boutique architectural firm of SLA (Stephane Laroye Architect Inc.) is a Vancouver-based architectural firm focused on collaborative design with a passion for Passive House and engineered wood solutions in British Columbia. Established in 2016,...
INNOVATE® New Jersey Vol.2
BEKTEK
INNOVATING MANAGEMENT: CUTTING-EDGE HR, PAYROLL, AND MORE FOR TODAY’S WORKFORCE
INTRODUCTIONSince our inception, Bektek has been on a remarkable journey of innovation and growth. What began as a pioneering venture into Time and Attendance management, with the introduction of HostedTime, our flagship software, has evolved into a one stop solution for today’s workforce. OUR STORYAt Bektek, our story is one...
INNOVATE® South Florida
RESEARCH PARK AT FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY®
EMPOWERING INNOVATION IN SOUTH FLORIDA: THE DYNAMIC ECOSYSTEM OF THE RESEARCH PARK AT FLORIDA ATLANTIC
At the forefront of innovation, the Research Park at Florida Atlantic is a dynamic hub where diverse technology companies and research-driven organizations foster relationships with academia to shape the future of South Florida. These efforts and strong academic collaboration play a pivotal role in promoting economic growth, creating high-quality jobs,...
INNOVATE™ Curitiba
HIPE
INNOVATION CENTER CURITIBA DRIVING INNOVATION IN RETAIL.
HIPE Innovation Center is the only innovation ecosystem in Brazil that drives and invests in every step of the retail entrepreneuring cycle. In over 22,000 square feet of workspace, HIPE houses about 300 workers between traditional companies, startups and independent professionals using a shared space model. According to HIPE’s CCO,...
INNOVATE™ Estonia
Saunum
Revolution in Sauna Technology
SAUNUM’S UNIQUE BENEFITS SAUNUM’S UNIQUE VALUE PROPOSITION: HEALTH, INNOVATION, AND MARKET DIFFERENTIATION The Story of Saunum Andrus Vare, Thermal Engineer and The Creator of Saunum: “Inspired by the experience of my grandparents’ 100-year-old smoke sauna, I set out to create an innovative solution that combines the best features of a...
INNOVATE® Georgia
ACKERMAN & CO
A BOLD APPROACH TO DEVELOPMENT
Just two miles southwest of Downtown Atlanta is a sprawling collection of buildings formerly known as “Warehouse Row.” In the 1950s and 1960s, the warehouse buildings were developed to serve as a distribution hub for area grocery stores. Today, the buildings have been transformed into something much different. In the...
INNOVATE® Philadelphia
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR GREATER PHILADELPHIA
BUILT ON LEGACY. DRIVEN BY WHAT’S NEXT.
For 225 years, the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia has championed the idea that Philadelphia is where ambition can find footing. Where infrastructure, relationships, and the shared belief in what’s possible can align in a way that turns ideas into industry. When a company is weighing a major location...
INNOVATE® Blockchain
NUMIO
IS BUILDING APPLICATIONS TO MAKE CRYPTO FAST, CHEAP, AND SIMPLE. SIMPLE, SECURE, SWIFT AND SEAMLESS
We do this by integrating the latest in cutting edge Layer 2 technologies that allow you to send, swap, and trade your favorite cryptocurrencies instantly and up to 100x cheaper than on Ethereum. You can also show off your BAYC or Crypto Punk NFTs if you want to. By remaining...
INNOVATE® New Jersey Vol.2
THE INDUS ENTREPRENEUR
ABOUT THE INDUS ENTREPRENEUR (TiE) ORGANIZATIONTiE ranks among the world’s largest ecosystems for innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic development. With a global reach and a local focus, the heart of TiE’s efforts lies in its five foundational programs, – Mentoring, Networking, Education, Funding, and Incubation. With a focus on giving back...
INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2
EIGHT X
A TRUSTED PARTNER IN HELPING ENTREPRENEURS SCALE THEIR BUSINESSES
IN TODAY’S COMPETITIVE AND UNCERTAIN ECONOMY, ENTREPRENEURS NEED A TRUSTED PARTNER WHO CAN HELP THEM SCALE THEIR BUSINESSES WITH MORE CASH AND LESS STRESS. This is where a Fractional CFO comes into play. A notable company in this field that has made a name for itself in this space is...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
DCSTW. - DC STARTUP & TECH WEEK
Igniting Innovation in the Heart of America
In the heart of the Mid-Atlantic, a powerful wave of innovation is surging through the Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region. Driven by a collective mission to transform the area into a globally recognized innovation hub, this movement is brewing a different kind of revolution in the nation’s capital....
INNOVATE® Philadelphia
Cescaphe
Philadelphia’s Premier Wedding Brand
Cescaphe is a Philadelphia-based hospitality and events company known for transforming historic spaces into extraordinary venues and redefining what full-service event production can be. Founded with the vision of creating once-in-a-lifetime, distinctive events, has grown into one of the most respected and innovative hospitality groups in the region. Founded by...
INNOVATE® Puerto Rico
CASA GRANDE
A PROBLEM, SOLUTION, OUTCOME APPROACH TO EDUCATION
For close to three decades, Casa Grande has focused its efforts on the design and development of innovative and motivational educational programs and platforms. The organization has been at the forefront of the region’s educational space with programs, such as One-on-One and platforms like: The New Virtual School and OE...
INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2
One Interface, One Billion Blockchain Data Points How Covalent is Using Programming Tools to Build a Reliable Future. If you have a crypto wallet or NFT, you have likely benefited from Covalent’s data services. Everything from current token pricing to streaming depends on a reliable, programmatic data retrieval process, simplified...
INNOVATION Quebec
SCALE AI
VERS UNE ÉCONOMIE PROPULSÉE PAR L’IA POUR LE CANADA
En tant que grappe d’innovation mondiale du Canada en IA, Scale AI agit comme un pôle d’investissement et d’innovation pour accélérer l’adoption et l’intégration rapide de l’intelligence artificielle dans les chaînes d’approvisionnement, à travers des projets porteurs pour l’économie d’ici. Véritable lien pancanadien entre les différents piliers de la communauté...
Global Innovation Spotlight
Innovative Moving Solutions: How Technology Is Transforming the Relocation Industry
The moving industry has traditionally relied on manual labor and logistics, but recent innovations in technology are driving a significant transformation in how relocations are handled. From digital platforms that connect customers with movers to AI-powered solutions that streamline operations, technology is making moving faster, more efficient, and customer-centric. This...
INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports
Respawn Therapy
Is A Group Of Doctors Of Physical Therapy That Strive To Help Gamers Play With Healthier Habits And Less Pain
We’ve taken the lessons learned from our extensive experience in working with professional players to teach gamers of every level how to play while simultaneously reducing risk of injury. Everyone plays better when they play pain-free and we want to help them achieve that. I started Respawn Therapy in...
INNOVATE® Northern Virginia
Excella
Turning "Innovation" Into Systems That Actually Perform
In a region that lives and breathes technology, it’s easy to mistake innovation for novelty – something shiny, experimental, and detached from the realities of mission work. Excella has built its brand by resisting that temptation. Founded in 2002, the Northern Virginia firm has spent more than two decades proving...
INNOVATE™ Botswana Vol.1
NAKO TIMEPIECES
A LUXURY WATCH DESIGNER BRAND WITH HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE
Born and designed in Gaborone, Botswana Nako Timepieces are merging innovation and luxury watchmaking that is proudly rooted in Botswana. BRAND PERSONALITYAn embodiment of Afrocentrism, Tswana origins, selfdiscovery, character and endurance. Having stepped over the line of classic iconic style and into the realm of simplicity — Nako Timepieces identifies...
INNOVATE® South Florida
GLOBAL VENTURES
EMPOWERING SECOND-STAGE COMPANIES FOR GLOBAL SUCCESS
Also located in the Research Park at Florida Atlantic, Global Ventures is a second-stage incubator designed to support the growth of innovative second-stage companies that have established market traction. The primary goal is to skyrocket the growth of these high-potential companies by providing an array of resources, connecting them with...
INNOVATE® Jacksonville
LionShare Cowork
Opportunity To Grow
With the entrepreneur, small business owner, and business professional in mind, we provide you an opportunity to grow, to shine, and to succeed. Our fully furnished innovative spaces give you the creative and productive flow you need to achieve your goals and get work done. Founder, Mike Januzzi discovered an...
INNOVATE™ Stockholm
AAX BIOTECH
PIONEERING THE NEXT WAVE OF PRECISION ANTIBODY THERAPEUTICS
In the heart of Sweden’s thriving life sciences ecosystem, a young biotechnology company is redefining how the world understands and engineers therapeutic antibodies. Founded by researchers from the prestigious Karolinska Institutet, AAX Biotech is on a mission to transform antibody-based medicine—turning scientific breakthroughs into next-generation therapies for some of the...
INNOVATE® Philadelphia
Integral Molecular
Celebrating 25 Years of Innovation and Impact
Philadelphia has long been a city of innovation. For the last 25 years, Integral Molecular has helped write that story, advancing better, safer antibody drugs and developing tools that accelerate vaccine discovery. Founded and grown in Philadelphia, Integral Molecular develops and applies innovative technologies to study and target membrane proteins...
INNOVATE® Chicago Vol.1
LIVLY
MODERN RESIDENT EXPERIENCE- Livly Offers Apartment Technology That Property Managers Use To Simplify Tasks And Elevate Resident Experiences
Livly, Inc. is revolutionizing apartment living & powering communities across the globe. Founded in Chicago in 2017, Livly has built the first unified enterprise-grade operating system tailored specifically for residential properties. The Livly operating system serves as the remote control for apartment living, connecting residents, guests, staff, and vendors with...
INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2
SLA-STEPHANE LAROYE ARCHITECT INC
Boutique Vancouver architectural firm committed to collaborative design and mixed-use projects using engineered wood solutions. The boutique architectural firm of SLA (Stephane Laroye Architect Inc.) is a Vancouver-based architectural firm focused on collaborative design with a passion for Passive House and engineered wood solutions in British Columbia. Established in 2016,...
INNOVATE® New Jersey Vol.2
BEKTEK
INNOVATING MANAGEMENT: CUTTING-EDGE HR, PAYROLL, AND MORE FOR TODAY’S WORKFORCE
INTRODUCTIONSince our inception, Bektek has been on a remarkable journey of innovation and growth. What began as a pioneering venture into Time and Attendance management, with the introduction of HostedTime, our flagship software, has evolved into a one stop solution for today’s workforce. OUR STORYAt Bektek, our story is one...
INNOVATE® South Florida
RESEARCH PARK AT FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY®
EMPOWERING INNOVATION IN SOUTH FLORIDA: THE DYNAMIC ECOSYSTEM OF THE RESEARCH PARK AT FLORIDA ATLANTIC
At the forefront of innovation, the Research Park at Florida Atlantic is a dynamic hub where diverse technology companies and research-driven organizations foster relationships with academia to shape the future of South Florida. These efforts and strong academic collaboration play a pivotal role in promoting economic growth, creating high-quality jobs,...
INNOVATE™ Curitiba
HIPE
INNOVATION CENTER CURITIBA DRIVING INNOVATION IN RETAIL.
HIPE Innovation Center is the only innovation ecosystem in Brazil that drives and invests in every step of the retail entrepreneuring cycle. In over 22,000 square feet of workspace, HIPE houses about 300 workers between traditional companies, startups and independent professionals using a shared space model. According to HIPE’s CCO,...
INNOVATE™ Estonia
Saunum
Revolution in Sauna Technology
SAUNUM’S UNIQUE BENEFITS SAUNUM’S UNIQUE VALUE PROPOSITION: HEALTH, INNOVATION, AND MARKET DIFFERENTIATION The Story of Saunum Andrus Vare, Thermal Engineer and The Creator of Saunum: “Inspired by the experience of my grandparents’ 100-year-old smoke sauna, I set out to create an innovative solution that combines the best features of a...
INNOVATE® Georgia
ACKERMAN & CO
A BOLD APPROACH TO DEVELOPMENT
Just two miles southwest of Downtown Atlanta is a sprawling collection of buildings formerly known as “Warehouse Row.” In the 1950s and 1960s, the warehouse buildings were developed to serve as a distribution hub for area grocery stores. Today, the buildings have been transformed into something much different. In the...
INNOVATE® Philadelphia
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR GREATER PHILADELPHIA
BUILT ON LEGACY. DRIVEN BY WHAT’S NEXT.
For 225 years, the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia has championed the idea that Philadelphia is where ambition can find footing. Where infrastructure, relationships, and the shared belief in what’s possible can align in a way that turns ideas into industry. When a company is weighing a major location...
INNOVATE® Blockchain
NUMIO
IS BUILDING APPLICATIONS TO MAKE CRYPTO FAST, CHEAP, AND SIMPLE. SIMPLE, SECURE, SWIFT AND SEAMLESS
We do this by integrating the latest in cutting edge Layer 2 technologies that allow you to send, swap, and trade your favorite cryptocurrencies instantly and up to 100x cheaper than on Ethereum. You can also show off your BAYC or Crypto Punk NFTs if you want to. By remaining...
INNOVATE® New Jersey Vol.2
THE INDUS ENTREPRENEUR
ABOUT THE INDUS ENTREPRENEUR (TiE) ORGANIZATIONTiE ranks among the world’s largest ecosystems for innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic development. With a global reach and a local focus, the heart of TiE’s efforts lies in its five foundational programs, – Mentoring, Networking, Education, Funding, and Incubation. With a focus on giving back...
INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2
EIGHT X
A TRUSTED PARTNER IN HELPING ENTREPRENEURS SCALE THEIR BUSINESSES
IN TODAY’S COMPETITIVE AND UNCERTAIN ECONOMY, ENTREPRENEURS NEED A TRUSTED PARTNER WHO CAN HELP THEM SCALE THEIR BUSINESSES WITH MORE CASH AND LESS STRESS. This is where a Fractional CFO comes into play. A notable company in this field that has made a name for itself in this space is...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
DCSTW. - DC STARTUP & TECH WEEK
Igniting Innovation in the Heart of America
In the heart of the Mid-Atlantic, a powerful wave of innovation is surging through the Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region. Driven by a collective mission to transform the area into a globally recognized innovation hub, this movement is brewing a different kind of revolution in the nation’s capital....
INNOVATE® Philadelphia
Cescaphe
Philadelphia’s Premier Wedding Brand
Cescaphe is a Philadelphia-based hospitality and events company known for transforming historic spaces into extraordinary venues and redefining what full-service event production can be. Founded with the vision of creating once-in-a-lifetime, distinctive events, has grown into one of the most respected and innovative hospitality groups in the region. Founded by...
INNOVATE® Puerto Rico
CASA GRANDE
A PROBLEM, SOLUTION, OUTCOME APPROACH TO EDUCATION
For close to three decades, Casa Grande has focused its efforts on the design and development of innovative and motivational educational programs and platforms. The organization has been at the forefront of the region’s educational space with programs, such as One-on-One and platforms like: The New Virtual School and OE...