Stories of Innovation
INNOVATE™ Toronto
BLUEROCK THERAPEUTICS
DARES TO ASK, “WHAT IF?"
At BlueRock, our mission is to create authentic cellular medicines to reverse devastating diseases, with the vision of improving the human condition. Built on the research of some of the world’s foremost experts in induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) biology, BlueRock has revolutionized and scaled methods for creating authentic...
INNOVATE™ Alberta
CivicWorks
Shaping Our City’s Future
About CivicWorksCivicWorks is a specialized planning and design firm built on the promise of community. We bring progressive projects to life with urban-minded change for a more inclusive and resilient future. CivicWorks focuses on bringing progressive and visionary projects to life through thoughtful planning and compelling narrative. Our process brings...
INNOVATE™ Alberta
SOLARSTEAM
LOWEST COST RENEWABLE HEAT
SolarSteam’s purpose is to decarbonize the highest emitting and hardest to abate heavy industry segments. The problem that SolarSteam addresses is the elephant in the energy room – industrial heat. Globally, thermal energy requirements constitute close to 50% of total GHG emissions. In Alberta approximately 2⁄3 of GHG emissions come...
INNOVATE™ Alberta
GRANDE PRAIRIE REGIONAL INNOVATION NETWORK (GPRIN)
INVESTING IN INNOVATION
GPRIN is the Innovation Network serving northwestern Alberta innovators and entrepreneurs. We offer resources, knowledge, and connections to develop, validate, manufacture, market and launch innovations into the marketplace. The innovation ecosystem in Alberta is expansive and GPRIN has access to resources and expertise in a wide variety of areas, in...
INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports
GAIMIN
“THE WORLD IS RUNNING OUT OF COMPUTING POWER …” WE HAVE A SOLUTION-GAIMIN DELIVERS SUPERCOMPUTER DATA PROCESSING POWER
THE WORLD IS RUNNING OUT OF DATA PROCESSING POWER…GAIMIN has developed a PC-based app that utilizes, in the background, the processing power of the GPU in a gaming PC to create a decentralized data processing network with the power of a supercomputer. GAIMIN utilizes this processing power for a number...
INNOVATION Manitoba
Taumedis
BUILDING MANITOBA’S NEXT MEDICAL IMAGING LEGACY
How Taumedis is turning decades of medical imaging experience into innovation, commercialization, and local economic impact. Winnipeg-based Taumedis was founded in 2023 by Canadian scientists and engineers with experience in medical and intraoperative imaging. Focused on developing technologies across the continuum of care—from early disease detection through image-guided intervention—the company’s...
INNOVATE™ Curitiba
EBANX
LEADING PAYMENTS PARTNER FOR GLOBAL COMPANIES IN RISING MARKETS
EBANX is a global technology company that offers payment solutions to connect clients from rising markets and global companies, promoting access to their products and services. Through technology and a proprietary platform, EBANX enables global companies to offer local payment methods from countries in the fastest-growing regions: Latin America, Africa...
INNOVATE® Northern Virginia
KPMG
TURNING COMPLEXITY INTO OPPORTUNITY
Across Northern Virginia, progress rarely follows a straight line. Breakthrough technologies emerge alongside evolving regulations, new markets develop beside established industries, and organizations are expected to move quickly while continuing to deliver results. In this environment, complexity is not an obstacle: it’s the starting point. KPMG helps organizations across the...
INNOVATE™ Atlantic Canada
CareerBeacon
A Human Approach to HR Technology
While the recruitment industry changes faster than ever, CareerBeacon stands apart through a fundamental principle often overlooked in tech innovation: empathy. When Yves Boudreau and co-founder Benoit Bourque acquired CareerBeacon in 2021, they saw more than just a job board – they saw the opportunity to transform how talent connects...
INNOVATE® Jacksonville
Urban SDK
Helping To Transform Cities’ Mobility, Transportation And Safety Operations
Urban SDK streamlines government and IoT data to automate performance measures and discover insights in real-time, helping to transform cities’ mobility, transportation, and safety operations. Established in 2018 by Justin Dennis and Drew Messer, Urban SDK is a digital government intelligence platform combining real-time location data with predictive analytics. It...
INNOVATE® South Carolina
Benore Logistic Systems, Inc.
Driving Excellence
Benore Logistic Systems, Inc. stands as a testament to unwavering commitment, family heritage, and industry-leading innovation. Founded with a vision to redefine logistics, the company has grown into a powerhouse, seamlessly integrating transportation, warehousing, and supply chain solutions for some of the world’s leading industries. From its inception, Benore Logistic...
INNOVATE™ Bristol & Bath
TEDxBristol - Delivering Inspirational Talks To Sell-Out Audiences
ELEVATOR PITCH TEDxBristol is one of the largest TEDx events in Europe, delivering talks to sell-out audiences, working with creative partners across the UK and reaching a global audience online. We’re a largely voluntary and not-for-profit organisation dedicated to creating thought-provoking, world-class TEDx talks and delivering inspirational, inclusive and friendly...
Global Innovation Spotlight
3 Essential Innovations Building Smarter, Safer Workshops
3 Essential Innovations Building Smarter, Safer Workshops Essential tricks for building a smarter, safer workshop include upgrading to certified mechanical lifting systems with redundant locks. Implementing real-time air quality monitoring for hazardous gases is equally critical for modern facilities. Finally, designing a connected workspace with IoT sensors that track environmental...
INNOVATION Quebec
CINDERELLA'S
ELEVATING CLEANING STANDARDS FOR A PRISTINE SOUTH AUSTRALIA
The dynamic husband and wife team of Mark and Tracey Ferdinands, set out to disrupt the cleaning industry with their innovative Territory Management System. Armed with a strong hospitality background and a team of highly trained and caring professionals, the Cinderella’s team consistently delivers exceptional results. Larger organisations are flocking...
INNOVATE® Maryland
Montgomery County EDC
Maryland's Launchpad For Innovation
Steps from the nation’s capital, Montgomery County, Maryland, is one of America’s most dynamic centers of innovation and talent. From mapping the human genome (DNA) as a result of the Human Genome Projects, one of the most influential scientific endeavors in history, to the first successful transplant of a pig...
INNOVATION Quebec
DISTRIQ
ZONE D’INNOVATION QUANTIQUE
DistriQ, Quantum Innovation Zone, is an organization that provides expertise and infrastructure to foster the emergence and acceleration of innovation in the quantum science and technology sector. DistriQ supports the development of one of the first innovation zones of the Quebec government, the Sherbrooke Quantum Innovation Zone. Since its designation...
INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2
LUMIRA VENTURES
CANADA’S PREMIER LIFE SCIENCES VENTURE CAPITAL FIRM
Lumira Ventures is one of the most active and dynamic healthcare venture capital firms in North America. Our mission is to generate the greatest impact in the healthcare ecosystem through investments in transformative biopharmaceutical and medical device companies across North America. By investing in exceptional entrepreneurs and building transformative life...
INNOVATE® Georgia
STABLE KERNEL
CULTIVATING CURIOSITY: THE LEARNING CULTURE BEHIND STABLE KERNEL’S WORLD-CLASS INNOVATIONS
There’s a reason why, every day, millions of people rely on technology developed by Stable Kernel. Over the past decade, while the tech world churned like river rapids, Stable Kernel has been steadily navigating the currents, charting a thoughtful and deliberate course— cultivating a work environment that fosters productivity and...
INNOVATE™ Adelaide
CITY OF CHARLES STURT
IS RECOGNISED AS A VIBRANT, LIVEABLE AND BUSINESS- FRIENDLY CITY WITH A DIVERSE AND ADVANCED ECONOMY
Charles Sturt is a great place to invest, with a thriving hub of activity, education and employment opportunities. Located in the heart of Adelaide’s west, the City of Charles Sturt is home to over 124,000 residents and 105 different cultures, who enjoy the diverse experiences and cultural richness the City...
INNOVATE® Puerto Rico
MOLCAJETE FOODS
PASSION FOR CONTRIBUTING TO PUERTO RICO, FOREMOST HONORING, ABUELA DOÑA LOLA
The Rivera brothers returned to their island Puerto Rico decided to honor their grandmother Dolores and her secret recipe for corn tortillas, passed down from generation to generation for more than 100 years. As a Puerto Rican and half-Mexican family, wanted to share the secret of their family gatherings, where...
Global Innovation Spotlight
LEXAWISE: WHERE REAL ESTATE EXAM PREP MEETS REAL-WORLD CONDITIONS
There are many platforms that offer courses to prepare students for the real estate exam, but most focus on concepts and formulas rather than on preparing students for the realities of the exam. Lexawise was created to address that recurring gap, with a real estate exam prep platform focused on candidates preparing for both...
INNOVATE® Georgia
DJJ Technologies
Building The Future
A Journey of Transformation The story of DJJ Technologies is deeply intertwined with the personal journey of its founder. James began his career at AT&T in 1984, where he honed his skills by selling telephone systems and computers to major oil companies across Texas. His move to Atlanta in 1986...
INNOVATION Quebec
THE CENTER FOR FOREST RESEARCH (CFR)
THE CENTER FOR FOREST RESEARCH (CFR) – IS A STRATEGIC CLUSTER THAT HAS BEEN FUNDEDBY THE FONDS DE RECHERCHE DU QUÉBEC-NATURE ET TECHNOLOGIES (FRQNT) SINCE 2006. It is the only research group in Quebec whose central mission is advanced training in forest research. The scientific mission of the CFR is...
INNOVATE® Milwaukee
CONCURRENCY
LEADING THE FUTURE WITH INNOVATION AND EXCELLENCE
At Concurrency, the journey is defined by a relentless pursuit of innovation, excellence, and an unwavering commitment to transforming businesses through cutting-edge technology solutions. As a distinguished 12-time Microsoft Partner of the Year winner and a top AI Partner, Concurrency is at the forefront of the digital revolution, empowering organizations...
INNOVATE™ Toronto
BLUEROCK THERAPEUTICS
DARES TO ASK, “WHAT IF?"
At BlueRock, our mission is to create authentic cellular medicines to reverse devastating diseases, with the vision of improving the human condition. Built on the research of some of the world’s foremost experts in induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) biology, BlueRock has revolutionized and scaled methods for creating authentic...
INNOVATE™ Alberta
CivicWorks
Shaping Our City’s Future
About CivicWorksCivicWorks is a specialized planning and design firm built on the promise of community. We bring progressive projects to life with urban-minded change for a more inclusive and resilient future. CivicWorks focuses on bringing progressive and visionary projects to life through thoughtful planning and compelling narrative. Our process brings...
INNOVATE™ Alberta
SOLARSTEAM
LOWEST COST RENEWABLE HEAT
SolarSteam’s purpose is to decarbonize the highest emitting and hardest to abate heavy industry segments. The problem that SolarSteam addresses is the elephant in the energy room – industrial heat. Globally, thermal energy requirements constitute close to 50% of total GHG emissions. In Alberta approximately 2⁄3 of GHG emissions come...
INNOVATE™ Alberta
GRANDE PRAIRIE REGIONAL INNOVATION NETWORK (GPRIN)
INVESTING IN INNOVATION
GPRIN is the Innovation Network serving northwestern Alberta innovators and entrepreneurs. We offer resources, knowledge, and connections to develop, validate, manufacture, market and launch innovations into the marketplace. The innovation ecosystem in Alberta is expansive and GPRIN has access to resources and expertise in a wide variety of areas, in...
INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports
GAIMIN
“THE WORLD IS RUNNING OUT OF COMPUTING POWER …” WE HAVE A SOLUTION-GAIMIN DELIVERS SUPERCOMPUTER DATA PROCESSING POWER
THE WORLD IS RUNNING OUT OF DATA PROCESSING POWER…GAIMIN has developed a PC-based app that utilizes, in the background, the processing power of the GPU in a gaming PC to create a decentralized data processing network with the power of a supercomputer. GAIMIN utilizes this processing power for a number...
INNOVATION Manitoba
Taumedis
BUILDING MANITOBA’S NEXT MEDICAL IMAGING LEGACY
How Taumedis is turning decades of medical imaging experience into innovation, commercialization, and local economic impact. Winnipeg-based Taumedis was founded in 2023 by Canadian scientists and engineers with experience in medical and intraoperative imaging. Focused on developing technologies across the continuum of care—from early disease detection through image-guided intervention—the company’s...
INNOVATE™ Curitiba
EBANX
LEADING PAYMENTS PARTNER FOR GLOBAL COMPANIES IN RISING MARKETS
EBANX is a global technology company that offers payment solutions to connect clients from rising markets and global companies, promoting access to their products and services. Through technology and a proprietary platform, EBANX enables global companies to offer local payment methods from countries in the fastest-growing regions: Latin America, Africa...
INNOVATE® Northern Virginia
KPMG
TURNING COMPLEXITY INTO OPPORTUNITY
Across Northern Virginia, progress rarely follows a straight line. Breakthrough technologies emerge alongside evolving regulations, new markets develop beside established industries, and organizations are expected to move quickly while continuing to deliver results. In this environment, complexity is not an obstacle: it’s the starting point. KPMG helps organizations across the...
INNOVATE™ Atlantic Canada
CareerBeacon
A Human Approach to HR Technology
While the recruitment industry changes faster than ever, CareerBeacon stands apart through a fundamental principle often overlooked in tech innovation: empathy. When Yves Boudreau and co-founder Benoit Bourque acquired CareerBeacon in 2021, they saw more than just a job board – they saw the opportunity to transform how talent connects...
INNOVATE® Jacksonville
Urban SDK
Helping To Transform Cities’ Mobility, Transportation And Safety Operations
Urban SDK streamlines government and IoT data to automate performance measures and discover insights in real-time, helping to transform cities’ mobility, transportation, and safety operations. Established in 2018 by Justin Dennis and Drew Messer, Urban SDK is a digital government intelligence platform combining real-time location data with predictive analytics. It...
INNOVATE® South Carolina
Benore Logistic Systems, Inc.
Driving Excellence
Benore Logistic Systems, Inc. stands as a testament to unwavering commitment, family heritage, and industry-leading innovation. Founded with a vision to redefine logistics, the company has grown into a powerhouse, seamlessly integrating transportation, warehousing, and supply chain solutions for some of the world’s leading industries. From its inception, Benore Logistic...
INNOVATE™ Bristol & Bath
TEDxBristol - Delivering Inspirational Talks To Sell-Out Audiences
ELEVATOR PITCH TEDxBristol is one of the largest TEDx events in Europe, delivering talks to sell-out audiences, working with creative partners across the UK and reaching a global audience online. We’re a largely voluntary and not-for-profit organisation dedicated to creating thought-provoking, world-class TEDx talks and delivering inspirational, inclusive and friendly...
Global Innovation Spotlight
3 Essential Innovations Building Smarter, Safer Workshops
3 Essential Innovations Building Smarter, Safer Workshops Essential tricks for building a smarter, safer workshop include upgrading to certified mechanical lifting systems with redundant locks. Implementing real-time air quality monitoring for hazardous gases is equally critical for modern facilities. Finally, designing a connected workspace with IoT sensors that track environmental...
INNOVATION Quebec
CINDERELLA'S
ELEVATING CLEANING STANDARDS FOR A PRISTINE SOUTH AUSTRALIA
The dynamic husband and wife team of Mark and Tracey Ferdinands, set out to disrupt the cleaning industry with their innovative Territory Management System. Armed with a strong hospitality background and a team of highly trained and caring professionals, the Cinderella’s team consistently delivers exceptional results. Larger organisations are flocking...
INNOVATE® Maryland
Montgomery County EDC
Maryland's Launchpad For Innovation
Steps from the nation’s capital, Montgomery County, Maryland, is one of America’s most dynamic centers of innovation and talent. From mapping the human genome (DNA) as a result of the Human Genome Projects, one of the most influential scientific endeavors in history, to the first successful transplant of a pig...
INNOVATION Quebec
DISTRIQ
ZONE D’INNOVATION QUANTIQUE
DistriQ, Quantum Innovation Zone, is an organization that provides expertise and infrastructure to foster the emergence and acceleration of innovation in the quantum science and technology sector. DistriQ supports the development of one of the first innovation zones of the Quebec government, the Sherbrooke Quantum Innovation Zone. Since its designation...
INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2
LUMIRA VENTURES
CANADA’S PREMIER LIFE SCIENCES VENTURE CAPITAL FIRM
Lumira Ventures is one of the most active and dynamic healthcare venture capital firms in North America. Our mission is to generate the greatest impact in the healthcare ecosystem through investments in transformative biopharmaceutical and medical device companies across North America. By investing in exceptional entrepreneurs and building transformative life...
INNOVATE® Georgia
STABLE KERNEL
CULTIVATING CURIOSITY: THE LEARNING CULTURE BEHIND STABLE KERNEL’S WORLD-CLASS INNOVATIONS
There’s a reason why, every day, millions of people rely on technology developed by Stable Kernel. Over the past decade, while the tech world churned like river rapids, Stable Kernel has been steadily navigating the currents, charting a thoughtful and deliberate course— cultivating a work environment that fosters productivity and...
INNOVATE™ Adelaide
CITY OF CHARLES STURT
IS RECOGNISED AS A VIBRANT, LIVEABLE AND BUSINESS- FRIENDLY CITY WITH A DIVERSE AND ADVANCED ECONOMY
Charles Sturt is a great place to invest, with a thriving hub of activity, education and employment opportunities. Located in the heart of Adelaide’s west, the City of Charles Sturt is home to over 124,000 residents and 105 different cultures, who enjoy the diverse experiences and cultural richness the City...
INNOVATE® Puerto Rico
MOLCAJETE FOODS
PASSION FOR CONTRIBUTING TO PUERTO RICO, FOREMOST HONORING, ABUELA DOÑA LOLA
The Rivera brothers returned to their island Puerto Rico decided to honor their grandmother Dolores and her secret recipe for corn tortillas, passed down from generation to generation for more than 100 years. As a Puerto Rican and half-Mexican family, wanted to share the secret of their family gatherings, where...
Global Innovation Spotlight
LEXAWISE: WHERE REAL ESTATE EXAM PREP MEETS REAL-WORLD CONDITIONS
There are many platforms that offer courses to prepare students for the real estate exam, but most focus on concepts and formulas rather than on preparing students for the realities of the exam. Lexawise was created to address that recurring gap, with a real estate exam prep platform focused on candidates preparing for both...
INNOVATE® Georgia
DJJ Technologies
Building The Future
A Journey of Transformation The story of DJJ Technologies is deeply intertwined with the personal journey of its founder. James began his career at AT&T in 1984, where he honed his skills by selling telephone systems and computers to major oil companies across Texas. His move to Atlanta in 1986...
INNOVATION Quebec
THE CENTER FOR FOREST RESEARCH (CFR)
THE CENTER FOR FOREST RESEARCH (CFR) – IS A STRATEGIC CLUSTER THAT HAS BEEN FUNDEDBY THE FONDS DE RECHERCHE DU QUÉBEC-NATURE ET TECHNOLOGIES (FRQNT) SINCE 2006. It is the only research group in Quebec whose central mission is advanced training in forest research. The scientific mission of the CFR is...
INNOVATE® Milwaukee
CONCURRENCY
LEADING THE FUTURE WITH INNOVATION AND EXCELLENCE
At Concurrency, the journey is defined by a relentless pursuit of innovation, excellence, and an unwavering commitment to transforming businesses through cutting-edge technology solutions. As a distinguished 12-time Microsoft Partner of the Year winner and a top AI Partner, Concurrency is at the forefront of the digital revolution, empowering organizations...