Stories of Innovation

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® Nashville

KCI

BRIDGING THE BUILT AND NATURAL WORLDS: KCI’S NASHVILLE LEGACY

From transportation networks to environmental stewardship, KCI’s multidisciplinary team is redefining what it means to engineer progress. The architectural, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry is constantly evolving at a rapid pace, driven by advancements in technology, sustainability, and design thinking. As cities grow and infrastructure needs intensify, firms are embracing...

INNOVATE™ Alberta

CDL ROCKIES

ACCELERATES THE COMMERCIALIZATION OF EARLY-STAGE VENTURES

There is an economic transformation underway in Alberta and Creative Destruction Lab – Rockies (“CDL-Rockies”) is playing an important role in that transformation. CDL-Rockies is focused on accelerating the commercial potential of the next generation of promising science- and technology-based ventures across a variety of sectors, including energy and agriculture....

INNOVATION Quebec

Le CQDM

Le CQDM- Accélérer la découverte de médicaments

Accélérer la découverte de médicaments

Ce consortium de recherche biopharmaceutique à but non lucratif soutient et facilite l’innovation multipartite afin d’accélérer la transformation de découvertes de pointe en vaccins, en produits thérapeutiques et en diagnostics répondant à des besoins médicaux non satisfaits, tout en générant des retombées importantes pour l’économie canadienne.   Un modèle de...

INNOVATE™ Estonia

NORTAL

THE FUTURE DELIVERED. SEAMLESSLY.

THE FUTURE DELIVERED. SEAMLESSLY. Founded in 2000, Nortal has established itself as a global leader in digital transformation, blending local expertise with an international footprint. As an employee-owned company operating across 26 offices worldwide, Nortal partners with some of the world’s most impactful organizations and governments, architecting a future defined...

INNOVATE® Maryland

COMPLILY

TURNING COMPLIANCE PAIN INTO PROGRESS

In an industry where one wrong word can lead to million-dollar fines, Complily CEO, Joe Campanella, has seen this up close and learned compliance the hard way. Few can say their company was forged in the fire of a federal investigation – but Complily can. When their previous digital publishing...

INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition

FREELY PAYMENTS

HARNESSING INNOVATION TO TRANSFORM FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS

“We are not just facilitating transactions; we are redefining them to create tangible benefits for our clients.” In the bustling city of Washington, D.C., a pioneering force is reshaping the financial contours of the food and beverage industry. freely Payments, a visionary B2B payments gateway, has not just entered the...

INNOVATE™ South Africa

PROMMAC

PROMMAC- LEADS INNOVATION IN THE PROJECT SERVICES INDUSTRY

LEADS INNOVATION IN THE PROJECT SERVICES INDUSTRY

Leading South African multidisciplinary technical services business, Prommac, has been excelling in the petrochemical and heavy industry sectors since 2012 providing mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and welding services in execution of maintenance, shutdowns and turnarounds, as well as construction projects. If this sounds like just another company, think again. For a...

INNOVATE® Miami

Penpal Schools

Helping teachers connect their students to learn with penpals around the world and from different backgrounds

PenPal Schools PenPal Schools is the world’s largest project-based learning community, with over a quarter million students in 150 countries. Students collaborate through online projects ranging from human rights and the environment to fake news and robotics, all while practicing literacy, technology, and social-emotional skills. PenPal Schools was recognized by...

INNOVATE™ Estonia

SEMETRON

INNOVATION IN HEALTHCARE: MOBILE MODULAR HOSPITAL

The healthcare sector faces increasingly complex challenges — from the impacts of climate change and natural disasters to global pandemics and conflict-related crises. In these situations, timely access to quality medical care can be a matter of life and death. This is where Semetron steps in, an innovative leader from...

INNOVATE™ Estonia

IMPACT BUILDERS

TOWARDS A RESILIENT AND HUMAN-CENTERED EUROPE

Europe stands at a turning point. Global supply chains are increasingly shaped by geopolitical shifts, critical technologies are still developed elsewhere, and many European industries struggle with succession and growth. To safeguard prosperity, the continent needs to build its own strength. A Europe-first economy means homegrown technologies, resilient supply chains,...

INNOVATE™ Curitiba

SANEPAR

INNOVABILITY IN WATER AND SANITATION SERVICES FOR CURITIBA PEOPLE

The Water and Sanitation Company of Paraná State (Sanepar), a Brazilian mixed economy and publicly traded company, marked its 60th anniversary in 2023, reaffirming its steadfast dedication to innovability the seamless integration of sustainability and innovation – deeply ingrained in its corporate culture focused on generating societal value. Sanepar consistently...

INNOVATE® New Jersey Vol.2

STOPit SOLUTIONS

IMPACT DRIVES WHO WE ARE AND HOW WE OPERATE.

“We help schools keep their students safe. That’s the best way to describe our mission.” Violence and mental health issues are running out of control in schools across our nation. There’s not a day that passes without news of a major safety incident, and we often don’t hear about the...

INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports

MEDIA INDIE EXCHANGE

MEDIA INDIE EXCHANGE-THE MIX BIOGRAPHY AND IMPACT

THE MIX BIOGRAPHY AND IMPACT

The Media Indie Exchange (The MIX) is a platform all about celebrating amazing games and the diverse creators who make them. The organization was started by indie developers for indie developers worldwide in order to provide grassroots networking showcase opportunities to help further their success at a time where it...

INNOVATION Quebec

CERFO

CCTT IN BOREAL FORESTRY

Sainte-Foy’s Centre d’enseignement et de recherche en foresterie (CERFO) is a college centre for the transfer of technology (CCTT). Our mission is to contribute to the sustainable development of technology and businesses, organizations and colleges in the Quebec forest sector. For nearly 40 years, our experts have been drawing on...

INNOVATE® Puerto Rico

MORRO VENTURES

MORRO VENTURES-Is Puerto Rico’s leading early-stage technology investment firm that provides the driving capital behind the young companies and founders that are spearheading innovation on the island.

Is Puerto Rico’s leading early-stage technology investment firm that provides the driving capital behind the young companies and founders that are spearheading innovation on the island.

Launched in 2018, Morro Ventures is Puerto Rico’s first early-stage technology-focused VC fund that invests across Latin America and the Caribbean to capitalize on the robust opportunity set while promoting entrepreneurship on the island. Morro Ventures was founded under the auspices of Advent-Morro Equity Partners, the long-standing premier private equity...

INNOVATE® Nashville

VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER

The Vanderbilt Vaccine Center -Improving human health through next-generation antibody science

The Vanderbilt Vaccine Center (VVC) was founded in 2004, with James E. Crowe, Jr, M.D. as director. The mission of this internationally recognized biomedical research and development team is to transform infectious disease prevention approaches using instant immunity achieved by use of naturally occurring molecules form the human immune system...

INNOVATE® New Jersey Vol.2

FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON UNIVERSITY

PERSONAL. GLOBAL. TRANSFORMATIONAL

THE HALLMARKS OF AN FDU EDUCATION ARE PERSONAL SUPPORT AND CONCERN, GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES AND OPPORTUNITIES, AND TRANSFORMATIONAL EXPERIENCES. HISTORY AND BACKGROUNDFounded in 1942 by Dr. Peter Sammartino and his wife, Sylvia (Sally), Fairleigh Dickinson University has grown into the largest private university in New Jersey. More than 11,000 students from...

INNOVATE® Nashville

SHANE MAC

SHANE MAC

INVESTING IN THE SWITCHBOARD CITY

I have lived to work and, believe me, that’s no way to live… or work. This doesn’t mean don’t work hard. I’ve just discovered that when you love where you live you have a longer-term view of how you work. I spend my days supporting people who are in the...

INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2

RAFAEL SANTA ANA ARCHITECTURE WORKSHOP

CHALLENGING CREATIVITY THROUGH DIVERSITY

Rafael Santa Ana Architecture Workshop (RSAAW) is a Vancouver-based architectural practice that creates expressive, contemporary interventions that contribute to our communities in thoughtful and meaningful ways. The practice’s diverse team pursues projects where design can be developed, including residential, commercial, institutional, industrial, and mixed use development programs. RSAAW seeks creative...

Global Innovation Spotlight

KOSPA GROUP

KOSPA GROUP-BYE BYE PLASTIC

BYE BYE PLASTIC

PROBLEM The dependence of the global economy on fossil fuel plastics has been growing continuously. While plastic production has been progressively rising and production is expected to double again in the next 30 years, no adequate solutions have been implemented to deal with consequent waste management and disposal. SOLUTION Increasing...

INNOVATE™ Antwerp Vol.2

DOMEIN WALTERUS, VINEYARD, WINERY, DISTILLERY

DOMEIN WALTERUS

FILLED WITH PURITY, MADE WITH PASSION.”

Your drinks, our life’s work with an eco-conscious mindsetOur vision in making drinks for you. Whether it’s our own label or your private label. We work for every brand as if it were our own. Working with respect of nature’s products, makes us enthusiastic and driven to make your label...

INNOVATE™ South Africa

TYMEBANK

THE DIGITALLY SMART BANK FOR ALL SOUTH AFRICANS

With more than 4.5 million customers acquired since launching in February 2019, TymeBank is one of the world’s fastest-growing digital banks....

INNOVATION Quebec

AXELYS

AN ESSENTIAL MISSION FOR THE FUTURE OF QUÉBEC Axelys integrates innovations from Quebec’s public research into the mainstream of society. Our mission is at the heart of the new 2022 2027 Québec strategy to support research and investment in innovation, launched in May 2022 by the Quebec government. At Axelys,...

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® Nashville

KCI

BRIDGING THE BUILT AND NATURAL WORLDS: KCI’S NASHVILLE LEGACY

From transportation networks to environmental stewardship, KCI’s multidisciplinary team is redefining what it means to engineer progress. The architectural, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry is constantly evolving at a rapid pace, driven by advancements in technology, sustainability, and design thinking. As cities grow and infrastructure needs intensify, firms are embracing...

INNOVATE™ Alberta

CDL ROCKIES

ACCELERATES THE COMMERCIALIZATION OF EARLY-STAGE VENTURES

There is an economic transformation underway in Alberta and Creative Destruction Lab – Rockies (“CDL-Rockies”) is playing an important role in that transformation. CDL-Rockies is focused on accelerating the commercial potential of the next generation of promising science- and technology-based ventures across a variety of sectors, including energy and agriculture....

INNOVATION Quebec

Le CQDM

Le CQDM- Accélérer la découverte de médicaments

Accélérer la découverte de médicaments

Ce consortium de recherche biopharmaceutique à but non lucratif soutient et facilite l’innovation multipartite afin d’accélérer la transformation de découvertes de pointe en vaccins, en produits thérapeutiques et en diagnostics répondant à des besoins médicaux non satisfaits, tout en générant des retombées importantes pour l’économie canadienne.   Un modèle de...

INNOVATE™ Estonia

NORTAL

THE FUTURE DELIVERED. SEAMLESSLY.

THE FUTURE DELIVERED. SEAMLESSLY. Founded in 2000, Nortal has established itself as a global leader in digital transformation, blending local expertise with an international footprint. As an employee-owned company operating across 26 offices worldwide, Nortal partners with some of the world’s most impactful organizations and governments, architecting a future defined...

INNOVATE® Maryland

COMPLILY

TURNING COMPLIANCE PAIN INTO PROGRESS

In an industry where one wrong word can lead to million-dollar fines, Complily CEO, Joe Campanella, has seen this up close and learned compliance the hard way. Few can say their company was forged in the fire of a federal investigation – but Complily can. When their previous digital publishing...

INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition

FREELY PAYMENTS

HARNESSING INNOVATION TO TRANSFORM FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS

“We are not just facilitating transactions; we are redefining them to create tangible benefits for our clients.” In the bustling city of Washington, D.C., a pioneering force is reshaping the financial contours of the food and beverage industry. freely Payments, a visionary B2B payments gateway, has not just entered the...

INNOVATE™ South Africa

PROMMAC

PROMMAC- LEADS INNOVATION IN THE PROJECT SERVICES INDUSTRY

LEADS INNOVATION IN THE PROJECT SERVICES INDUSTRY

Leading South African multidisciplinary technical services business, Prommac, has been excelling in the petrochemical and heavy industry sectors since 2012 providing mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and welding services in execution of maintenance, shutdowns and turnarounds, as well as construction projects. If this sounds like just another company, think again. For a...

INNOVATE® Miami

Penpal Schools

Helping teachers connect their students to learn with penpals around the world and from different backgrounds

PenPal Schools PenPal Schools is the world’s largest project-based learning community, with over a quarter million students in 150 countries. Students collaborate through online projects ranging from human rights and the environment to fake news and robotics, all while practicing literacy, technology, and social-emotional skills. PenPal Schools was recognized by...

INNOVATE™ Estonia

SEMETRON

INNOVATION IN HEALTHCARE: MOBILE MODULAR HOSPITAL

The healthcare sector faces increasingly complex challenges — from the impacts of climate change and natural disasters to global pandemics and conflict-related crises. In these situations, timely access to quality medical care can be a matter of life and death. This is where Semetron steps in, an innovative leader from...

INNOVATE™ Estonia

IMPACT BUILDERS

TOWARDS A RESILIENT AND HUMAN-CENTERED EUROPE

Europe stands at a turning point. Global supply chains are increasingly shaped by geopolitical shifts, critical technologies are still developed elsewhere, and many European industries struggle with succession and growth. To safeguard prosperity, the continent needs to build its own strength. A Europe-first economy means homegrown technologies, resilient supply chains,...

INNOVATE™ Curitiba

SANEPAR

INNOVABILITY IN WATER AND SANITATION SERVICES FOR CURITIBA PEOPLE

The Water and Sanitation Company of Paraná State (Sanepar), a Brazilian mixed economy and publicly traded company, marked its 60th anniversary in 2023, reaffirming its steadfast dedication to innovability the seamless integration of sustainability and innovation – deeply ingrained in its corporate culture focused on generating societal value. Sanepar consistently...

INNOVATE® New Jersey Vol.2

STOPit SOLUTIONS

IMPACT DRIVES WHO WE ARE AND HOW WE OPERATE.

“We help schools keep their students safe. That’s the best way to describe our mission.” Violence and mental health issues are running out of control in schools across our nation. There’s not a day that passes without news of a major safety incident, and we often don’t hear about the...

INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports

MEDIA INDIE EXCHANGE

MEDIA INDIE EXCHANGE-THE MIX BIOGRAPHY AND IMPACT

THE MIX BIOGRAPHY AND IMPACT

The Media Indie Exchange (The MIX) is a platform all about celebrating amazing games and the diverse creators who make them. The organization was started by indie developers for indie developers worldwide in order to provide grassroots networking showcase opportunities to help further their success at a time where it...

INNOVATION Quebec

CERFO

CCTT IN BOREAL FORESTRY

Sainte-Foy’s Centre d’enseignement et de recherche en foresterie (CERFO) is a college centre for the transfer of technology (CCTT). Our mission is to contribute to the sustainable development of technology and businesses, organizations and colleges in the Quebec forest sector. For nearly 40 years, our experts have been drawing on...

INNOVATE® Puerto Rico

MORRO VENTURES

MORRO VENTURES-Is Puerto Rico’s leading early-stage technology investment firm that provides the driving capital behind the young companies and founders that are spearheading innovation on the island.

Is Puerto Rico’s leading early-stage technology investment firm that provides the driving capital behind the young companies and founders that are spearheading innovation on the island.

Launched in 2018, Morro Ventures is Puerto Rico’s first early-stage technology-focused VC fund that invests across Latin America and the Caribbean to capitalize on the robust opportunity set while promoting entrepreneurship on the island. Morro Ventures was founded under the auspices of Advent-Morro Equity Partners, the long-standing premier private equity...

INNOVATE® Nashville

VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER

The Vanderbilt Vaccine Center -Improving human health through next-generation antibody science

The Vanderbilt Vaccine Center (VVC) was founded in 2004, with James E. Crowe, Jr, M.D. as director. The mission of this internationally recognized biomedical research and development team is to transform infectious disease prevention approaches using instant immunity achieved by use of naturally occurring molecules form the human immune system...

INNOVATE® New Jersey Vol.2

FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON UNIVERSITY

PERSONAL. GLOBAL. TRANSFORMATIONAL

THE HALLMARKS OF AN FDU EDUCATION ARE PERSONAL SUPPORT AND CONCERN, GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES AND OPPORTUNITIES, AND TRANSFORMATIONAL EXPERIENCES. HISTORY AND BACKGROUNDFounded in 1942 by Dr. Peter Sammartino and his wife, Sylvia (Sally), Fairleigh Dickinson University has grown into the largest private university in New Jersey. More than 11,000 students from...

INNOVATE® Nashville

SHANE MAC

SHANE MAC

INVESTING IN THE SWITCHBOARD CITY

I have lived to work and, believe me, that’s no way to live… or work. This doesn’t mean don’t work hard. I’ve just discovered that when you love where you live you have a longer-term view of how you work. I spend my days supporting people who are in the...

INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2

RAFAEL SANTA ANA ARCHITECTURE WORKSHOP

CHALLENGING CREATIVITY THROUGH DIVERSITY

Rafael Santa Ana Architecture Workshop (RSAAW) is a Vancouver-based architectural practice that creates expressive, contemporary interventions that contribute to our communities in thoughtful and meaningful ways. The practice’s diverse team pursues projects where design can be developed, including residential, commercial, institutional, industrial, and mixed use development programs. RSAAW seeks creative...

Global Innovation Spotlight

KOSPA GROUP

KOSPA GROUP-BYE BYE PLASTIC

BYE BYE PLASTIC

PROBLEM The dependence of the global economy on fossil fuel plastics has been growing continuously. While plastic production has been progressively rising and production is expected to double again in the next 30 years, no adequate solutions have been implemented to deal with consequent waste management and disposal. SOLUTION Increasing...

INNOVATE™ Antwerp Vol.2

DOMEIN WALTERUS, VINEYARD, WINERY, DISTILLERY

DOMEIN WALTERUS

FILLED WITH PURITY, MADE WITH PASSION.”

Your drinks, our life’s work with an eco-conscious mindsetOur vision in making drinks for you. Whether it’s our own label or your private label. We work for every brand as if it were our own. Working with respect of nature’s products, makes us enthusiastic and driven to make your label...

INNOVATE™ South Africa

TYMEBANK

THE DIGITALLY SMART BANK FOR ALL SOUTH AFRICANS

With more than 4.5 million customers acquired since launching in February 2019, TymeBank is one of the world’s fastest-growing digital banks....

INNOVATION Quebec

AXELYS

AN ESSENTIAL MISSION FOR THE FUTURE OF QUÉBEC Axelys integrates innovations from Quebec’s public research into the mainstream of society. Our mission is at the heart of the new 2022 2027 Québec strategy to support research and investment in innovation, launched in May 2022 by the Quebec government. At Axelys,...

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