Stories of Innovation

INNOVATE™ Oeiras

Grant Thornton

Grant Thornton - A Truly Global Organisation

A Truly Global Organisation

Grant Thornton is one of the world’s leading organisations of independent assurance, tax and advisory firms. These firms help dynamic organisations unlock their potential for growth by providing meaningful, actionable advice through a broad range of services. Proactive teams, led by approachable partners in these firms, use insights, experience and...

INNOVATE™ South Africa

AGGREKO

AGGREKO- GOING GREEN – MEETING GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL GOALS WITH CLEAN ENERGY

GOING GREEN – MEETING GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL GOALS WITH CLEAN ENERGY

South Africa will have to make a distinct shift to embrace the new norms in global climate and energy landscape discussions. Current infrastructure relies heavily on fuels that are not necessarily the most environmentally friendly, and this poses a threat to the country’s role in a global energy sector with...

INNOVATE® Kansas City

STORYTAILOR

CREATE MOMENTS OF TOGETHERNESS, NOT MORE SCREEN TIME.

Storytailor®is a Kansas City studio turning story time into a hands on adventure for families everywhere. Founded in 2022 by award winning children’s author and illustrator JQ Sirls and product builder Herston Fails, the company builds live stories that wrap around each child like a custom fitted cape. One moment...

Global Innovation Spotlight

INDEXA CAPITAL

INDEXA CAPITAL-Is The Independent Automated Investment Manager In Spain With 1

Es El Gestor Automatizado Independiente Líder En España Con Más De 1400 Millones De Euros De Activos Gestionados O Asesorados, De Más De 56 Mil Clientes, En Crecimiento De +100% Al Año De Media Desde 2018

“No somos un banco: ponemos el interés de nuestro cliente por encima de todo, sin comisiones ocultas ni letra pequeña. Nuestro círculo de éxito consiste en ofrecer más rentabilidad potencial gracias a las comisiones bajas y así crecer en número de clientes satisfechos que nos recomienden” destaca François Derbaix. Unai...

INNOVATE™ South Africa

NXATEL

NXATEL-PROVIDES AN ALL-IN-ONE

PROVIDES AN ALL-IN-ONE, EASY TO USE, CLOUD-BASED COMMUNICATION SOLUTION

NxaTel is a Modern Unified communication platform for Small and Medium businesses that allows you to get local numbers from over 10+ African countries to use on any device. It’s easy to set up; you just need three minutes, and you gain access to the cloud phone system, virtual meetings,...

INNOVATION Quebec

TransMedTech Institute

Empowering human-centered medtech innovation

OUR MISSIONThe TransMedTech Institute (iTMT) aims to support innovation in medical technologies that meet the needs of users and the healthcare community, in order to facilitate and catalyze their development and implementation in the healthcare system. While supporting the industry and the innovation community, the iTMT also aims to train...

INNOVATE® Chicago Vol.1

LIVLY

LIVLY-MODERN RESIDENT EXPERIENCE- Livly Offers Apartment Technology That Property Managers Use To Simplify Tasks And Elevate Resident Experiences.

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® Milwaukee

REX K-12-FROM VISION TO IMPACT

FROM VISION TO IMPACT

Rex K-12 is at the forefront of a transformative wave redefining the educational landscape in Milwaukee – and beyond. It is a company preparing the next generation for a rapidly evolving digital world. This story isn’t just about innovation; it’s a testament to the power of vision, dedication, and the...

INNOVATE® Jacksonville

Castano Group-Changes the way people communicate with brands in digital and physical environments.

When innovation is combined with creativity, it not only captures attention, it can create an experience that can lead to change. Castano Group specializes in designing and producing these experiences: multimedia, multisensory engagements that change the way people communicate with brands in digital and physical environments. Castano Group was launched...

INNOVATION Quebec

CENTRE RISC

SPÉCIALISE EN SÉCURITÉ CIVILE ET EN INTERVENTION D’URGENCE EN ADRESSANT LES ENJEUX

Il dispose d’expertises multidisciplinaires à la fois scientifiques et pratiques, ainsi que d’infrastructures uniques faisant converger ses activités de recherche et développement, de formation et d’accompagnement. Son site expérimental multidisciplinaire – véritable laboratoire à ciel ouvert – permet de simuler avec réalisme la réponse aux principaux aléas, ainsi que les...

INNOVATE™ Botswana Vol.1

PROJECT 124

PROJECT 124-BUILDING THE ECONOMY

BUILDING THE ECONOMY, ONE BUSINESS AT A TIME

Project124 is an innovation enabler designed to revolutionize youth entrepreneurship and facilitate effective creation of sustainable jobs for young people around the country, brought to you by Launchit International in partnership with Hollard Life Botswana.   Established in 2016, Project124 stands to be the leading private and citizen owned youth...

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™ Curitiba

PONTOMAIS

MESHED STORIES OF INNOVATION AND SOCIAL IMPACT

Founded in 2016 in the city of Curitiba, State of Paraná, Southern Brazil, Pontomais was created to solve the challenges of Human Resource units by means of digitalization and automation of processes. Until then, many of the routines were performed manually, and, with the arrival of Pontomais, HR professionals were...

Global Innovation Spotlight

Tips for Passing Your Road Test on the First Try

Are you preparing to take your road test? Passing on your first attempt is not only a confidence booster but can also save you time and money. This guide, inspired by the expert advice from CoreWay Driving School in Brooklyn, New York, will help you navigate the challenges of the road...

INNOVATE® South Florida

OWWLL

TRANSFORMING PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING WITH JASON R. HILL’S INNOVATIVE VISION

In an era where connections and networking are paramount to success, Owwll emerges as a groundbreaking platform dedicated to fostering meaningful professional relationships. Offering instant networking with top professionals to create endless opportunities, Owwll, founded by visionary entrepreneur Jason R. Hill, is transforming how professionals connect, seek knowledge, and build...

INNOVATION Quebec

ISEQ

ISEQ-LE PÔLE D’EXCELLENCE DEL’INDUSTRIE DES SYSTÈMES ÉLECTRONIQUES DU QUÉBEC (ISEQ) CONCERTE LES ENTREPRISES ET AUTRES ACTEURS CLÉS DEL’INDUSTRIE ÉLECTRONIQUE DEPUIS 2018

LE PÔLE D’EXCELLENCE DE L’INDUSTRIE DES SYSTÈMES ÉLECTRONIQUES DU QUÉBEC (ISEQ) CONCERTE LES ENTREPRISES ET AUTRES ACTEURS CLÉS DE L’INDUSTRIE ÉLECTRONIQUE DEPUIS 2018

Soyons le changement des produitsélectroniques québécois de demainIl agit comme vecteur de collaboration afin de favoriser l’innovation, la reconnaissance de l’industrie, l’élargissement des opportunités, la commercialisation et la compétitivité des entreprises. Il favorise l’exportation des biens, des services et des innovations du secteur de l’électronique pour profiter des opportunités offertes...

INNOVATE® Georgia

MOJIX

NEARSHORE IT DEVELOPMENT, ENGINEERING & SUPPORT SERVICES

Power Your Technology Transformation & Infrastructure At CodeRoad by Mojix, we provide the end-to-end software development, engineering, and IT talent to help support, transform, and grow your business. Whether you need staff augmentation, dedicated teams, or custom software engineering, we’ve got the right talent, at the right price point, in...

INNOVATION Quebec

HEC MONTRÉAL

UN CARREFOUR DU SAVOIR EN GESTION QUI INSPIRE, INNOVE ET RAYONNE MONDIALEMENT

École de gestion parmi les plus réputées dans le monde pour la qualité de ses programmes, pour la réussite de ses diplômées et diplômés et pour son influence en recherche, HEC Montréal fait bien plus que propulser les carrières. Elle propulse les nouvelles idées HEC Montréal est un espace de...

INNOVATE™ Adelaide

TAV SYSTEMS

EXPORTING HIGH-QUALITY E-BIKE TECHNOLOGIES TO THE WORLD

TAV is an E-Bike startup based in Adelaide, Australia, that was incorporated in April 2020. Supported by the Government of South Australia and Flinders University under the program called Supporting innovation in South Australia, TAV’s mission is to export Australian-built E-Bike technologies to global brands, foster local innovation, and deliver...

INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports

KARTRIJ

KARTRIJ-TO UNITE GAMERS THROUGH THE DISCOVERY OF AMAZING BRANDS THAT CELEBRATE THEIR LIFESTYLE

TO UNITE GAMERS THROUGH THE DISCOVERY OF AMAZING BRANDS THAT CELEBRATE THEIR LIFESTYLE

Kartrij is a free platform that helps gamers discover brands through cash back offers. Gamers earn cash back automatically by securely linking their credit card to the platform and shopping at the stores they already do. Kartrij enables gaming brands to effectively advertise through real-time customer insights and custom offers....

INNOVATE™ Toronto

AIRMATRIX

AIRMATRIX- BUILDS THE WORLD'S MOST PRECISE DRONE ROAD SYSTEMS

BUILDS THE WORLD'S MOST PRECISE DRONE ROAD SYSTEMS

Co-founded by University of Toronto graduates, Bashir Khan, Ayaan Haider and Shayaan Haider in 2018, AirMatrix builds the world’s most precise drone road systems. AirMatrix is innovating at the bleeding edge and is affiliated with Communitech, MaRS, IRAP and DMZ. AirMatrix is a member of Transport Canada’s action team on...

INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition

1863 VENTURES

Unleashing Potential

“We’re excited about the continued progress on our path to creating $100B in new wealth by 2030.” In the heart of innovation, where dreams intertwine with reality, 1836 Ventures stands as a beacon of hope and transformation. Born from a modest volunteer project at Georgetown, it has evolved into an...

INNOVATE™ South Africa

GOODBYE MALARIA

GOODBYE MALARIA-IT’S TIME TO SAY GOODBYE

IT’S TIME TO SAY GOODBYE, TO MALARIA

Mosquitoes. For most people around the world, their buzzing is merely an irritation and a disruption to sleep. For many in Africa, it is a deadly killer. Of all the beautiful, awe-inspiring and scary animals across this continent, one of its smallest insects wreaks the most tragedy and pain. To...

INNOVATE® Miami

Pathwaves

Pathwaves - Providing Mental Health as well as Performance Improvement Services utilizing neurotechnology equipment

Providing Mental Health as well as Performance Improvement Services utilizing neurotechnology equipment

Pathwaves is a Miami-based Biopsychology Digital Therapeutics company providing Mental Health as well as Performance Improvement Services utilizing neurotechnology equipment combined with timeless cognitive behavioral therapy and/or coaching techniques. Neural Empowerment is their proprietary process which begins with a Quantification of Mental Function. A vision for the future “Our goal...

INNOVATE™ Oeiras

Grant Thornton

Grant Thornton - A Truly Global Organisation

A Truly Global Organisation

Grant Thornton is one of the world’s leading organisations of independent assurance, tax and advisory firms. These firms help dynamic organisations unlock their potential for growth by providing meaningful, actionable advice through a broad range of services. Proactive teams, led by approachable partners in these firms, use insights, experience and...

INNOVATE™ South Africa

AGGREKO

AGGREKO- GOING GREEN – MEETING GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL GOALS WITH CLEAN ENERGY

GOING GREEN – MEETING GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL GOALS WITH CLEAN ENERGY

South Africa will have to make a distinct shift to embrace the new norms in global climate and energy landscape discussions. Current infrastructure relies heavily on fuels that are not necessarily the most environmentally friendly, and this poses a threat to the country’s role in a global energy sector with...

INNOVATE® Kansas City

STORYTAILOR

CREATE MOMENTS OF TOGETHERNESS, NOT MORE SCREEN TIME.

Storytailor®is a Kansas City studio turning story time into a hands on adventure for families everywhere. Founded in 2022 by award winning children’s author and illustrator JQ Sirls and product builder Herston Fails, the company builds live stories that wrap around each child like a custom fitted cape. One moment...

Global Innovation Spotlight

INDEXA CAPITAL

INDEXA CAPITAL-Is The Independent Automated Investment Manager In Spain With 1

Es El Gestor Automatizado Independiente Líder En España Con Más De 1400 Millones De Euros De Activos Gestionados O Asesorados, De Más De 56 Mil Clientes, En Crecimiento De +100% Al Año De Media Desde 2018

“No somos un banco: ponemos el interés de nuestro cliente por encima de todo, sin comisiones ocultas ni letra pequeña. Nuestro círculo de éxito consiste en ofrecer más rentabilidad potencial gracias a las comisiones bajas y así crecer en número de clientes satisfechos que nos recomienden” destaca François Derbaix. Unai...

INNOVATE™ South Africa

NXATEL

NXATEL-PROVIDES AN ALL-IN-ONE

PROVIDES AN ALL-IN-ONE, EASY TO USE, CLOUD-BASED COMMUNICATION SOLUTION

NxaTel is a Modern Unified communication platform for Small and Medium businesses that allows you to get local numbers from over 10+ African countries to use on any device. It’s easy to set up; you just need three minutes, and you gain access to the cloud phone system, virtual meetings,...

INNOVATION Quebec

TransMedTech Institute

Empowering human-centered medtech innovation

OUR MISSIONThe TransMedTech Institute (iTMT) aims to support innovation in medical technologies that meet the needs of users and the healthcare community, in order to facilitate and catalyze their development and implementation in the healthcare system. While supporting the industry and the innovation community, the iTMT also aims to train...

INNOVATE® Chicago Vol.1

LIVLY

LIVLY-MODERN RESIDENT EXPERIENCE- Livly Offers Apartment Technology That Property Managers Use To Simplify Tasks And Elevate Resident Experiences.

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® Milwaukee

REX K-12-FROM VISION TO IMPACT

FROM VISION TO IMPACT

Rex K-12 is at the forefront of a transformative wave redefining the educational landscape in Milwaukee – and beyond. It is a company preparing the next generation for a rapidly evolving digital world. This story isn’t just about innovation; it’s a testament to the power of vision, dedication, and the...

INNOVATE® Jacksonville

Castano Group-Changes the way people communicate with brands in digital and physical environments.

When innovation is combined with creativity, it not only captures attention, it can create an experience that can lead to change. Castano Group specializes in designing and producing these experiences: multimedia, multisensory engagements that change the way people communicate with brands in digital and physical environments. Castano Group was launched...

INNOVATION Quebec

CENTRE RISC

SPÉCIALISE EN SÉCURITÉ CIVILE ET EN INTERVENTION D’URGENCE EN ADRESSANT LES ENJEUX

Il dispose d’expertises multidisciplinaires à la fois scientifiques et pratiques, ainsi que d’infrastructures uniques faisant converger ses activités de recherche et développement, de formation et d’accompagnement. Son site expérimental multidisciplinaire – véritable laboratoire à ciel ouvert – permet de simuler avec réalisme la réponse aux principaux aléas, ainsi que les...

INNOVATE™ Botswana Vol.1

PROJECT 124

PROJECT 124-BUILDING THE ECONOMY

BUILDING THE ECONOMY, ONE BUSINESS AT A TIME

Project124 is an innovation enabler designed to revolutionize youth entrepreneurship and facilitate effective creation of sustainable jobs for young people around the country, brought to you by Launchit International in partnership with Hollard Life Botswana.   Established in 2016, Project124 stands to be the leading private and citizen owned youth...

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™ Curitiba

PONTOMAIS

MESHED STORIES OF INNOVATION AND SOCIAL IMPACT

Founded in 2016 in the city of Curitiba, State of Paraná, Southern Brazil, Pontomais was created to solve the challenges of Human Resource units by means of digitalization and automation of processes. Until then, many of the routines were performed manually, and, with the arrival of Pontomais, HR professionals were...

Global Innovation Spotlight

Tips for Passing Your Road Test on the First Try

Are you preparing to take your road test? Passing on your first attempt is not only a confidence booster but can also save you time and money. This guide, inspired by the expert advice from CoreWay Driving School in Brooklyn, New York, will help you navigate the challenges of the road...

INNOVATE® South Florida

OWWLL

TRANSFORMING PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING WITH JASON R. HILL’S INNOVATIVE VISION

In an era where connections and networking are paramount to success, Owwll emerges as a groundbreaking platform dedicated to fostering meaningful professional relationships. Offering instant networking with top professionals to create endless opportunities, Owwll, founded by visionary entrepreneur Jason R. Hill, is transforming how professionals connect, seek knowledge, and build...

INNOVATION Quebec

ISEQ

ISEQ-LE PÔLE D’EXCELLENCE DEL’INDUSTRIE DES SYSTÈMES ÉLECTRONIQUES DU QUÉBEC (ISEQ) CONCERTE LES ENTREPRISES ET AUTRES ACTEURS CLÉS DEL’INDUSTRIE ÉLECTRONIQUE DEPUIS 2018

LE PÔLE D’EXCELLENCE DE L’INDUSTRIE DES SYSTÈMES ÉLECTRONIQUES DU QUÉBEC (ISEQ) CONCERTE LES ENTREPRISES ET AUTRES ACTEURS CLÉS DE L’INDUSTRIE ÉLECTRONIQUE DEPUIS 2018

Soyons le changement des produitsélectroniques québécois de demainIl agit comme vecteur de collaboration afin de favoriser l’innovation, la reconnaissance de l’industrie, l’élargissement des opportunités, la commercialisation et la compétitivité des entreprises. Il favorise l’exportation des biens, des services et des innovations du secteur de l’électronique pour profiter des opportunités offertes...

INNOVATE® Georgia

MOJIX

NEARSHORE IT DEVELOPMENT, ENGINEERING & SUPPORT SERVICES

Power Your Technology Transformation & Infrastructure At CodeRoad by Mojix, we provide the end-to-end software development, engineering, and IT talent to help support, transform, and grow your business. Whether you need staff augmentation, dedicated teams, or custom software engineering, we’ve got the right talent, at the right price point, in...

INNOVATION Quebec

HEC MONTRÉAL

UN CARREFOUR DU SAVOIR EN GESTION QUI INSPIRE, INNOVE ET RAYONNE MONDIALEMENT

École de gestion parmi les plus réputées dans le monde pour la qualité de ses programmes, pour la réussite de ses diplômées et diplômés et pour son influence en recherche, HEC Montréal fait bien plus que propulser les carrières. Elle propulse les nouvelles idées HEC Montréal est un espace de...

INNOVATE™ Adelaide

TAV SYSTEMS

EXPORTING HIGH-QUALITY E-BIKE TECHNOLOGIES TO THE WORLD

TAV is an E-Bike startup based in Adelaide, Australia, that was incorporated in April 2020. Supported by the Government of South Australia and Flinders University under the program called Supporting innovation in South Australia, TAV’s mission is to export Australian-built E-Bike technologies to global brands, foster local innovation, and deliver...

INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports

KARTRIJ

KARTRIJ-TO UNITE GAMERS THROUGH THE DISCOVERY OF AMAZING BRANDS THAT CELEBRATE THEIR LIFESTYLE

TO UNITE GAMERS THROUGH THE DISCOVERY OF AMAZING BRANDS THAT CELEBRATE THEIR LIFESTYLE

Kartrij is a free platform that helps gamers discover brands through cash back offers. Gamers earn cash back automatically by securely linking their credit card to the platform and shopping at the stores they already do. Kartrij enables gaming brands to effectively advertise through real-time customer insights and custom offers....

INNOVATE™ Toronto

AIRMATRIX

AIRMATRIX- BUILDS THE WORLD'S MOST PRECISE DRONE ROAD SYSTEMS

BUILDS THE WORLD'S MOST PRECISE DRONE ROAD SYSTEMS

Co-founded by University of Toronto graduates, Bashir Khan, Ayaan Haider and Shayaan Haider in 2018, AirMatrix builds the world’s most precise drone road systems. AirMatrix is innovating at the bleeding edge and is affiliated with Communitech, MaRS, IRAP and DMZ. AirMatrix is a member of Transport Canada’s action team on...

INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition

1863 VENTURES

Unleashing Potential

“We’re excited about the continued progress on our path to creating $100B in new wealth by 2030.” In the heart of innovation, where dreams intertwine with reality, 1836 Ventures stands as a beacon of hope and transformation. Born from a modest volunteer project at Georgetown, it has evolved into an...

INNOVATE™ South Africa

GOODBYE MALARIA

GOODBYE MALARIA-IT’S TIME TO SAY GOODBYE

IT’S TIME TO SAY GOODBYE, TO MALARIA

Mosquitoes. For most people around the world, their buzzing is merely an irritation and a disruption to sleep. For many in Africa, it is a deadly killer. Of all the beautiful, awe-inspiring and scary animals across this continent, one of its smallest insects wreaks the most tragedy and pain. To...

INNOVATE® Miami

Pathwaves

Pathwaves - Providing Mental Health as well as Performance Improvement Services utilizing neurotechnology equipment

Providing Mental Health as well as Performance Improvement Services utilizing neurotechnology equipment

Pathwaves is a Miami-based Biopsychology Digital Therapeutics company providing Mental Health as well as Performance Improvement Services utilizing neurotechnology equipment combined with timeless cognitive behavioral therapy and/or coaching techniques. Neural Empowerment is their proprietary process which begins with a Quantification of Mental Function. A vision for the future “Our goal...

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