Stories of Innovation
INNOVATE® Detroit
Prince Concepts
Transforming Space, Elevating Detroit
Prince Concepts isn’t simply in the business of real estate—it’s in the business of transformation. Led by visionary developer Philip Kafka, this firm is rewriting the rules of urban development, turning overlooked spaces into thriving, purpose-driven communities. With a philosophy that values space as a living, breathing entity rather than...
INNOVATION Quebec
NUMANA
LE MACRO-ACCÉLÉRATEUR DU QUÉBEC
Numana est un organisme à but non lucratif (OBNL) québécois et agit en tant que macro-accélérateur en créant, promouvant et dynamisant des projets d’écosystèmes technologiques en TIC. Dans cette mission, Numana regroupe des écosystèmes composés d’entreprises qui utilisent des technologies et d’entreprises qui fournissent des TIC (matériel, logiciels et applications),...
INNOVATE® Nashville
Tyler York
Relationship-centered real estate, valuing people over profit, and inspiring others to do the same.
“Relationship-centered real estate, valuing people over profit, and inspiring others to do the same” – this was the vision of Founder and CEO Charlie Peterson when launching Tyler York Real Estate Brokers at the beginning of 2018. After a meteoric rise in Nashville real estate beginning in 2013, Charlie quickly...
INNOVATE™ Flanders
ODTH FIRST CLASS LOGISTICS
WHERE PEOPLE AND TECHNOLOGY JOIN FORCES
Logistics service provider ODTH First Class Logistics offers tailor-made, flexible logistics services with well-trained employees and global multimodal possibilities. All sites are easily accessible and the Willebroek location is adjacent to the Hutchison Ports Terminal, a trimodal container terminal with direct connections to the ports of Antwerp and Rotterdam. ODTH...
Innovations in Computer Game Boosting
How AI, automation, and coaching are reshaping the modern boosting industry
The computer game boosting industry has evolved dramatically over the past decade. What once started as simple account assistance has transformed into a highly organized digital service powered by advanced technologies, automation, and personalized support systems. Modern innovations in boosting are changing how players progress in competitive and online multiplayer...
INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports
GOLD STANDARD GAMING
DRAMATICALLY INCREASE YOUR SALES BY UNLOCKING THE TRUE POWER OF THE ESPORTS & GAMING INDUSTRY
Starting as an esports talent agency in 2017, Gold Standard Gaming has become a full-service marketing company that caters to brands, influencers and corporations worldwide. The founder, Sebastian “Chosen1” Burton is a former professional gamer and spent many years as a consultant to some of the largest brands in the...
INNOVATE® Milwaukee
MARS SOLUTIONS GROUP
DISCOVERING DIVERSE TALENT THROUGH ALTERNATE PIPELINES
MARS Solutions Group is an award-winning talent solution supplier for information technology (IT), engineering, manufacturing, admin-clerical, healthcare, and professional roles located in Waukesha, WI. Founded by Rashi Arora-Khosla, an accomplished Enterprise Architect, and CEO of MARS Solutions Group, she launched MARS with boot strap capital and grew it organically into...
INNOVATE® Philadelphia
PECO
POWERING PROGRESS
How PECO Is Building a More Reliable, Affordable, and Innovative Energy Future for Greater Philadelphia Powering Innovation for America’s Next Chapter Philadelphia has long been defined by innovation and leadership—from its role as the birthplace of American democracy to its legacy as a center of industrial and technological progress. As...
INNOVATE™ Bristol & Bath
DIGITAL HEALTH
Health Sciences, Life Sciences and Digital Health at the University of Bristol
The University of Bristol (UoB) is a research-intensive University with a global reputation ranked in the world’s top 60 and the UK’s top 10 in the QS World University Rankings 2021. Health, Life Sciences and Digital Health are areas of strength with world class teaching, research and enterprise development. UoB...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
FLEXPODS
Our mission is to empower a collective of fitness and wellness professionals to build their brand
Laurent is a regular on the media circuit, seen on Oprah’s Live Your Best Life Tour, the Dr.Oz Show, TEDx talks, and many local news programs. Laurent had an idea. His idea was to create a space to support the fitness community. Providing affordable expertly designed and fully equipped fitness...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
CITRINE ANGELS
SUPPORTING FEMALE FOUNDERS AND FUNDERS FOR A STRONGER ENTREPRENEURIAL ECOSYSTEM
In a world where investment landscapes favor men, Citrine Angels emerges as a game-changer for its support of female founders and funders. Founded in 2019 by Allyson Redpath along with DC power players Lisa Friedlander, Stephanie Bauer Marshall and Aurelia Flores, Citrine Angels is a dynamic, female-only membership group based...
INNOVATION Quebec
LE CENTRE D’OPTIQUE, PHOTONIQUE ET LASERS (COPL)
LE COPL EST UN ENVIRONNEMENT INTÉGRÉ DE RECHERCHE COLLABORATIVE ET DE FORMATION INCLUSIVE RASSEMBLANT DES EXPERTISES MULTIDISCIPLINAIRES
Son leadership au niveau national contribue grandement à l’essor scientifique et économique des technologies de l’optique et de la photonique au Québec. Depuis 1989, le COPL facilite les collaborations entre des équipes de recherche multidisciplinaires et favorise la mise en commun d’infrastructures et d’expertises de recherche. Sa contribution a permis...
United Nations Lesotho
UNFPA
UNITED NATIONS POPULATION FUND
The Sexual and Reproductive Health Agency INTRODUCTION UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, established its presence in Lesotho in the 1970s, focusing on improving the quality of life for all Basotho through various programs and initiatives. The Fund has been working closely with the Government and other stakeholders to address...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
RASA
Igniting Culinary Passions
A culinary revolution is brewing in the D.C. area, led by two visionaries, Rahul and Sahil, whose destinies were intertwined by their heritage and an indomitable spirit to redefine Indian cuisine. RASA, their brainchild, emerged from the rich tapestry of their upbringing, deeply rooted in the vibrant flavors and traditions...
INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports
THEGAMEHERS
IS THE FIRST AND LARGEST MEDIA PLATFORM, SOCIAL NETWORKING COMMUNITY, AND LIFESTYLE BRAND FOR WOMEN WHO GAME AND WHO WORK IN THE GAMING SPACE
The global gaming market is forecast to worth $257 billion by 2025 and of the 2.7 billion gamers worldwide, 46% of them are women. The majority of these women experience hate and toxicity while gaming, simply for being women. In fact, in an effort to avoid harassment, 75% of women...
INNOVATE® Jacksonville
Amelia Toffee-True Love With Every Bite
Small batch, Handcrafted, Artisan toffee
Our unique recipes combine tradition and creativity with superior ingredients and finely curated flavorings. We promise true love with every bite. We are a small-batch, handcrafted, artisan toffee maker, creating uniquely flavored, all-natural toffee. Our incredibly indulgent dark chocolate almond toffee is made with ingredients such as orange, key lime,...
INNOVATE™ Alberta
ROUTEIQUE™
THE GLOBAL OPERATING SYSTEM FOR CONNECTED SUPPLY CHAINS
Creating Connected Supply NetworksSince 2017, Routeique® has developed industry-leading Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) products, IoT hardware, and apps for businesses in the supply chain space. “We’re building solutions to problems that have traditionally been difficult to solve,” says CEO Mike Allan. Routeique tools enable companies of all...
INNOVATE® New Jersey Vol.2
INTEGRAL BIOMETRICS
WE DELIVER AUTOMATED AND INTEGRATED BIOMETRIC AUTHENTICATION FOR LIFE SCIENCE MANUFACTURERS.
Who knew in 2003 that Passwords would become the bane of our existence and a constant drag on productivity? We did. We also knew that there was a technology called Biometrics that enabled computers to recognize humans uniquely. We decided to build a platform that would provide services such as...
INNOVATE™ Toronto
ERICSSON
Imagine A World Where Limitless Connectivity Means Limitless Possibility, It’s Possible
Ericsson has been a critical part of Canada’s innovation and R&D story for 69 years. We are committed to driving the country’s digital agenda through turning-point technologies such as 5G. This means enabling Canada’s industries and service providers to lead on the world stage, supporting major service providers on their...
INNOVATE® Nashville
THE WONDRY
From Innovation Ambition to Innovation Capacity- The Wond’ry Anchors a Vibrant University Innovation Ecosystem
The Wond’ry, Vanderbilt University’s center for innovation, serves as a catalyst for efforts to build and strengthen innovation capacity in the region. The Wond’ry provides space, mentorship, programming and other resources designed to facilitate cross-disciplinary collaboration among students, faculty, staff, and alumni from across all parts of Vanderbilt and from...
INNOVATE™ Adelaide
CODIUM
IF YOU HAVE A VISION, WE KNOW HOW TO ALIGN YOUR TECHNOLOGY STRATEGY
Codium is your bespoke software development Swat team for Web and Mobile App business systems and platforms. We take a business-first approach looking at the big picture, down to the human elements that make a business unique. We view technology as a critical business pillar tightly integrated into a business...
INNOVATION Quebec
INNOVATING TOGETHER
THE CENTRE-DU-QUÉBEC MODEL
The Centre-du-Québec region consists of 5 territories and a unique regional co-development approach. It promotes innovation, the sharing of expertise, the implementation of common projects, and above all, a complementarity that creates a real leverage effect. This innovative model of collaboration also enables the sharing of responsibilities related to regional...
INNOVATION Quebec
CENTRE D’EXCELLENCE SUR LES DRONES (CED)
PIONNIER CANADIEN DE L’INDUSTRIE DES SATP CIVILS ET COMMERCIAUX
Lancé en 2011, le CED est une communauté d’intérêts et un OSBL travaillant au développement, à la gestion et à la promotion d’une gamme de services, d’expertises et d’innovations liées au secteur des Systèmes d’Aéronefs Télépilotés (SATP). Notre siège social est situé à l’aéroport d’Alma (CYTF) et nos services sont...
INNOVATE® Detroit
Prince Concepts
Transforming Space, Elevating Detroit
Prince Concepts isn’t simply in the business of real estate—it’s in the business of transformation. Led by visionary developer Philip Kafka, this firm is rewriting the rules of urban development, turning overlooked spaces into thriving, purpose-driven communities. With a philosophy that values space as a living, breathing entity rather than...
INNOVATION Quebec
NUMANA
LE MACRO-ACCÉLÉRATEUR DU QUÉBEC
Numana est un organisme à but non lucratif (OBNL) québécois et agit en tant que macro-accélérateur en créant, promouvant et dynamisant des projets d’écosystèmes technologiques en TIC. Dans cette mission, Numana regroupe des écosystèmes composés d’entreprises qui utilisent des technologies et d’entreprises qui fournissent des TIC (matériel, logiciels et applications),...
INNOVATE® Nashville
Tyler York
Relationship-centered real estate, valuing people over profit, and inspiring others to do the same.
“Relationship-centered real estate, valuing people over profit, and inspiring others to do the same” – this was the vision of Founder and CEO Charlie Peterson when launching Tyler York Real Estate Brokers at the beginning of 2018. After a meteoric rise in Nashville real estate beginning in 2013, Charlie quickly...
INNOVATE™ Flanders
ODTH FIRST CLASS LOGISTICS
WHERE PEOPLE AND TECHNOLOGY JOIN FORCES
Logistics service provider ODTH First Class Logistics offers tailor-made, flexible logistics services with well-trained employees and global multimodal possibilities. All sites are easily accessible and the Willebroek location is adjacent to the Hutchison Ports Terminal, a trimodal container terminal with direct connections to the ports of Antwerp and Rotterdam. ODTH...
Innovations in Computer Game Boosting
How AI, automation, and coaching are reshaping the modern boosting industry
The computer game boosting industry has evolved dramatically over the past decade. What once started as simple account assistance has transformed into a highly organized digital service powered by advanced technologies, automation, and personalized support systems. Modern innovations in boosting are changing how players progress in competitive and online multiplayer...
INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports
GOLD STANDARD GAMING
DRAMATICALLY INCREASE YOUR SALES BY UNLOCKING THE TRUE POWER OF THE ESPORTS & GAMING INDUSTRY
Starting as an esports talent agency in 2017, Gold Standard Gaming has become a full-service marketing company that caters to brands, influencers and corporations worldwide. The founder, Sebastian “Chosen1” Burton is a former professional gamer and spent many years as a consultant to some of the largest brands in the...
INNOVATE® Milwaukee
MARS SOLUTIONS GROUP
DISCOVERING DIVERSE TALENT THROUGH ALTERNATE PIPELINES
MARS Solutions Group is an award-winning talent solution supplier for information technology (IT), engineering, manufacturing, admin-clerical, healthcare, and professional roles located in Waukesha, WI. Founded by Rashi Arora-Khosla, an accomplished Enterprise Architect, and CEO of MARS Solutions Group, she launched MARS with boot strap capital and grew it organically into...
INNOVATE® Philadelphia
PECO
POWERING PROGRESS
How PECO Is Building a More Reliable, Affordable, and Innovative Energy Future for Greater Philadelphia Powering Innovation for America’s Next Chapter Philadelphia has long been defined by innovation and leadership—from its role as the birthplace of American democracy to its legacy as a center of industrial and technological progress. As...
INNOVATE™ Bristol & Bath
DIGITAL HEALTH
Health Sciences, Life Sciences and Digital Health at the University of Bristol
The University of Bristol (UoB) is a research-intensive University with a global reputation ranked in the world’s top 60 and the UK’s top 10 in the QS World University Rankings 2021. Health, Life Sciences and Digital Health are areas of strength with world class teaching, research and enterprise development. UoB...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
FLEXPODS
Our mission is to empower a collective of fitness and wellness professionals to build their brand
Laurent is a regular on the media circuit, seen on Oprah’s Live Your Best Life Tour, the Dr.Oz Show, TEDx talks, and many local news programs. Laurent had an idea. His idea was to create a space to support the fitness community. Providing affordable expertly designed and fully equipped fitness...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
CITRINE ANGELS
SUPPORTING FEMALE FOUNDERS AND FUNDERS FOR A STRONGER ENTREPRENEURIAL ECOSYSTEM
In a world where investment landscapes favor men, Citrine Angels emerges as a game-changer for its support of female founders and funders. Founded in 2019 by Allyson Redpath along with DC power players Lisa Friedlander, Stephanie Bauer Marshall and Aurelia Flores, Citrine Angels is a dynamic, female-only membership group based...
INNOVATION Quebec
LE CENTRE D’OPTIQUE, PHOTONIQUE ET LASERS (COPL)
LE COPL EST UN ENVIRONNEMENT INTÉGRÉ DE RECHERCHE COLLABORATIVE ET DE FORMATION INCLUSIVE RASSEMBLANT DES EXPERTISES MULTIDISCIPLINAIRES
Son leadership au niveau national contribue grandement à l’essor scientifique et économique des technologies de l’optique et de la photonique au Québec. Depuis 1989, le COPL facilite les collaborations entre des équipes de recherche multidisciplinaires et favorise la mise en commun d’infrastructures et d’expertises de recherche. Sa contribution a permis...
United Nations Lesotho
UNFPA
UNITED NATIONS POPULATION FUND
The Sexual and Reproductive Health Agency INTRODUCTION UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, established its presence in Lesotho in the 1970s, focusing on improving the quality of life for all Basotho through various programs and initiatives. The Fund has been working closely with the Government and other stakeholders to address...
INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition
RASA
Igniting Culinary Passions
A culinary revolution is brewing in the D.C. area, led by two visionaries, Rahul and Sahil, whose destinies were intertwined by their heritage and an indomitable spirit to redefine Indian cuisine. RASA, their brainchild, emerged from the rich tapestry of their upbringing, deeply rooted in the vibrant flavors and traditions...
INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports
THEGAMEHERS
IS THE FIRST AND LARGEST MEDIA PLATFORM, SOCIAL NETWORKING COMMUNITY, AND LIFESTYLE BRAND FOR WOMEN WHO GAME AND WHO WORK IN THE GAMING SPACE
The global gaming market is forecast to worth $257 billion by 2025 and of the 2.7 billion gamers worldwide, 46% of them are women. The majority of these women experience hate and toxicity while gaming, simply for being women. In fact, in an effort to avoid harassment, 75% of women...
INNOVATE® Jacksonville
Amelia Toffee-True Love With Every Bite
Small batch, Handcrafted, Artisan toffee
Our unique recipes combine tradition and creativity with superior ingredients and finely curated flavorings. We promise true love with every bite. We are a small-batch, handcrafted, artisan toffee maker, creating uniquely flavored, all-natural toffee. Our incredibly indulgent dark chocolate almond toffee is made with ingredients such as orange, key lime,...
INNOVATE™ Alberta
ROUTEIQUE™
THE GLOBAL OPERATING SYSTEM FOR CONNECTED SUPPLY CHAINS
Creating Connected Supply NetworksSince 2017, Routeique® has developed industry-leading Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) products, IoT hardware, and apps for businesses in the supply chain space. “We’re building solutions to problems that have traditionally been difficult to solve,” says CEO Mike Allan. Routeique tools enable companies of all...
INNOVATE® New Jersey Vol.2
INTEGRAL BIOMETRICS
WE DELIVER AUTOMATED AND INTEGRATED BIOMETRIC AUTHENTICATION FOR LIFE SCIENCE MANUFACTURERS.
Who knew in 2003 that Passwords would become the bane of our existence and a constant drag on productivity? We did. We also knew that there was a technology called Biometrics that enabled computers to recognize humans uniquely. We decided to build a platform that would provide services such as...
INNOVATE™ Toronto
ERICSSON
Imagine A World Where Limitless Connectivity Means Limitless Possibility, It’s Possible
Ericsson has been a critical part of Canada’s innovation and R&D story for 69 years. We are committed to driving the country’s digital agenda through turning-point technologies such as 5G. This means enabling Canada’s industries and service providers to lead on the world stage, supporting major service providers on their...
INNOVATE® Nashville
THE WONDRY
From Innovation Ambition to Innovation Capacity- The Wond’ry Anchors a Vibrant University Innovation Ecosystem
The Wond’ry, Vanderbilt University’s center for innovation, serves as a catalyst for efforts to build and strengthen innovation capacity in the region. The Wond’ry provides space, mentorship, programming and other resources designed to facilitate cross-disciplinary collaboration among students, faculty, staff, and alumni from across all parts of Vanderbilt and from...
INNOVATE™ Adelaide
CODIUM
IF YOU HAVE A VISION, WE KNOW HOW TO ALIGN YOUR TECHNOLOGY STRATEGY
Codium is your bespoke software development Swat team for Web and Mobile App business systems and platforms. We take a business-first approach looking at the big picture, down to the human elements that make a business unique. We view technology as a critical business pillar tightly integrated into a business...
INNOVATION Quebec
INNOVATING TOGETHER
THE CENTRE-DU-QUÉBEC MODEL
The Centre-du-Québec region consists of 5 territories and a unique regional co-development approach. It promotes innovation, the sharing of expertise, the implementation of common projects, and above all, a complementarity that creates a real leverage effect. This innovative model of collaboration also enables the sharing of responsibilities related to regional...
INNOVATION Quebec
CENTRE D’EXCELLENCE SUR LES DRONES (CED)
PIONNIER CANADIEN DE L’INDUSTRIE DES SATP CIVILS ET COMMERCIAUX
Lancé en 2011, le CED est une communauté d’intérêts et un OSBL travaillant au développement, à la gestion et à la promotion d’une gamme de services, d’expertises et d’innovations liées au secteur des Systèmes d’Aéronefs Télépilotés (SATP). Notre siège social est situé à l’aéroport d’Alma (CYTF) et nos services sont...