Stories of Innovation

INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition

2GETHER-INTERNATIONAL

Innovation Through Inclusion

Innovation, as a term, is vague. It can conjure up a variety of thoughts. One of those would probably not have been that innovation means inclusivity. 2Gether-International (2GI) emerges as a revolutionary force, challenging conventional narratives in the entrepreneurial space. Founded by Diego Mariscal, a proud advocate for the Disabled...

INNOVATION Quebec

STIQ (SOUS-TRAITANCE INDUSTRIELLE QUÉBEC)

A BENCHMARK IN QUEBEC’S MANUFACTURING ECOSYSTEM

STIQ a multi-industry association of Quebec based manufacturers whose mission is to improve the competitiveness of manufacturing supply chains in order to promote the development of our economy. Since its founding in 1987, STIQ has been a performance activator creating successful business networks and managing custom improvement programs. Innovation: a...

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™ Curitiba

ASSESPRO-PARANÁ

BRAZILIAN ASSOCIATION OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANIES

The Brazilian Association of Information Technology Companie of Paraná (Assespro-Paraná), established in the 1980s, is a key regional branch of the influential Assespro-Paraná Federation, which began in the late 1970s. Celebrating four decades in Paraná, the organization is dedicated to fostering innovation in the state. Assespro-Paraná’s significant engagement in various...

INNOVATE® Puerto Rico

JOIN A JOIN

JOIN A JOIN - FIND YOUR UNIQUE PLACE TO STAY

FIND YOUR UNIQUE PLACE TO STAY

ABOUT US:Join a Join (JAJ) www.joinajoin.com was founded in 2014 and today endures its start-up and entrepreneurial spirit. Local company with presence in the emerging short-term rental segment of the hospitality industry. It has developed solid brand awareness and equity in the Puerto Rico (PR) market, representing a trusted option for hosts...

Global Innovation Spotlight

SLOVAK BUSINESS AGENCY (SBA)

Is The Oldest Specialised Non-Profit Organization In Slovakia Offering Comprehensive Support To Small And Medium-Sized Businesses (SMEs).

SBA was founded in 1993 by a common initiative of the European Union and the Government of the Slovak Republic. Its founders are the Ministry of Economy of the Slovak Republic, Entrepreneurs Association of Slovakia, and Slovak Association of Crafts. The mission of the SBA is to provide complex assistance...

INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2

INFORMA FINANCIAL

THE IMPORTANCE OF A WELL-ROUNDED TOTAL BENEFITS EXPERIENCE IS MORE IMPORTANT NOW

INFORMA FINANCIAL – THE IMPORTANCE OF A WELL-ROUNDED TOTAL BENEFITS EXPERIENCE IS MORE IMPORTANT NOW THAN IT HAS EVER BEEN. Informa’s founder, Cliff Pipke, began this business out of a desire to help service the insurance needs of families, as well as those of the small business owner. As Informa’s...

INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition

SCOUT

INNOVATION OUT OF THIS WORLD

A new era is unfolding in the vast expanse of space. “Space is becoming an incredibly crowded place,” says Eric Ingram, Chairman and Chief Strategy Officer of Scout Space, a pioneering company based in Washington, D.C. With this opening, we step into the world of Scout Space, a company committed...

INNOVATE™ Botswana Vol.1

V.I FITNESS

V.I FITNESS: YOUR HEALTH PARTNER

YOUR HEALTH PARTNER

V.I FITNESS IS A HOLISTIC FITNESS COMPANY FOUNDED BY COUSINS COLO TLHONG & LEBOGANG MOIPOAI, AS TEENS THEY BOTH HAD A STRONG DRIVE TO STAY ACTIVE  CHALLENGE THEIR PHYSICAL LIMITATIONS ALBEIT IN VERY DIFFERENT WAYS. Lebogang was a multi-sport athlete who would try any and every sport; basketball, football, rugby...

INNOVATION Quebec

CHAUDIÈRES-APPALACHES ÉCONOMIQUE

ESPACE RÉGIONAL ACCÉLÉRATION ET CROISSANCE DES ENTREPRISES

Depuis près de 15 ans, Chaudière-Appalaches Économique (CAÉ) a pour mission de stimuler le développement économique en soutenant la cohérence et la mise en commun des actions et des services de ses membres, en concertation avec les organismes partenaires du développement économique et dans le respect de leurs mandats. Parmi...

INNOVATE™ Atlantic Canada

Picketa Systems

REAL-TIME PLANT TISSUE ANALYSIS - MAKE TIMELY INFORMED DECISIONS TO OPTIMIZE YOUR NUTRIENT USE

REAL-TIME PLANT TISSUE ANALYSIS MAKE TIMELY INFORMED DECISIONS TO OPTIMIZE YOUR NUTRIENT USE “Picketa Systems, an agricultural technology company founded in 2020 to unlock agronomic potential, announces its expansion into 13 states across the USA with its groundbreaking LENS system. This innovative real-time crop management technology is poised to transform...

INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition

Therme Group US

Innovating Wellbeing for All

In a world where health and wellbeing often seem like luxuries reserved for a privileged few, Therme Group US is on a mission to change that narrative. With over two decades of experience, the Therme Group is redefining the concept of wellbeing, making it accessible, relaxing, and fun for people...

INNOVATE™ Curitiba

OLIST

MEET OLIST, THE LEADING ECOSYSTEM IN E-COMMERCE SOLUTIONS FOR SMES

Founded in 2015, Olist is a benchmark startup in e-commerce solutions for small and medium-sized businesses, focused on operational management, increased competitiveness in marketplaces and multichannel sales. In 2021, the company acquired Tiny e Vnda, companies based on high technology that offer top-notch services and share the same goal of...

INNOVATE® Georgia

NEEDLING WORLDWIDE

WE ULTIMATELY STRIVE TO BECOME MORE ROBUST, SUPERIOR, AND MORE ASTUTE IN OUR OPERATIONS.

WHO IS NEEDLING WORLDWIDE:Needling Worldwide was established to address a common challenge encountered by numerous companies in their pursuit of certifications or compliance assessments. The CEO envisioned a superior solution based on her firsthand experiences with compliance standards and frameworks. This solution is comprised of a standardized, flat-fee alternative to...

INNOVATION Quebec

CÉPROCQ

Since 2000, CÉPROCQ has positioned itself as a technological showcase on a pilot scale for extraction and separation processes in the fields of bio-industrial and environmental technologies

Thus, the CÉPROCQ, early on, based its strategic priorities on green chemistry and sustainable development, which have now become essential to the growth of the industry. The CÉPROCQ is one of the few centers in Quebec, or even in Canada, to offer a research infrastructure on a pilot scale, thereby...

INNOVATE® Detroit

HRPro/BenePro

Exceptional Client Service And Innovation.

Throughout its almost 35-year history, two things have defined HRPro/BenePro – exceptional client service and innovation. Among its earlier innovations: While it is difficult to imagine a market without any of these, HRPro/BenePro helped create new categories when they first dived into them. More recently, they have been focused on...

INNOVATE® Nashville

LODESTONE ADVISORY GROUP

Is reimagining venture capital and economic development from the ground up

When we founded Lodestone Advisory Group in 2013, business leaders were tired of a management consulting industry that was a stiff, black box offering one-size-fits-all “solutions,” with little accountability on end results. Lodestone, named after the naturally occurring magnetic powder that gave early merchants and tradesmen the ability to navigate...

INNOVATE™ Atlantic Canada

DAVID SOBEY RETAILING CENTRE

SHAPING THE FUTURE OF RETAIL

“In the past decade, retailers have been forced to innovate, and in some cases transform themselves in response to several external factors. Changing consumer behavior and employee expectations, the advent of AI, and the need to meet sustainability targets are just some of the factors driving big changes in the...

INNOVATE™ Antwerp Vol.2

CROWDSCAN

CROWDSCAN- FROM TOMORROWLAND TO THE BUSIEST SUBWAY STATIONS OF THE WORLD. THIS UNIQUE SENSOR TECHNOLOGY IS READY TO CHANGE THE WORLD OF CROWD ANALYTICS

FROM TOMORROWLAND TO THE BUSIEST SUBWAY STATIONS OF THE WORLD. THIS UNIQUE SENSOR TECHNOLOGY IS READY TO CHANGE THE WORLD OF CROWD ANALYTICS

Worldwide evolutions and events show that monitoring and managing crowds has become crucial. Just think of increasing urbanisation, the rise of mega-events and the Covid-19 pandemic. At the same time, there is a growing concern for privacy, resulting in ethical debates and, ultimately, appropriate legislation. CrowdScan balances both. CrowdScan originated...

Global Innovation Spotlight

Sticker Builder

Unlocking the Next Frontier

“Mass customization made simple. Creative chaos made scalable.” In today’s experience-driven economy, personalization isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s the foundation of competitive advantage. Customers expect more than just products; they want creative control, self-expression, and seamless experiences. That’s where Sticker Builder by Antigro Designer, based in Kraków, Poland, comes in. This...

INNOVATION Quebec

HEC MONTRÉAL

A hub of management knowledge that inspires, innovates, and makes its mark worldwide

One of the most renowned business schools in the world for the quality of its programs, for the success rate of its alumni and for its influence in research, HEC Montréal does much more than just move your career forward. It drives new ideas. HEC Montréal is that place of...

INNOVATE™ Alberta

VIZWORX

VIZWORX-

Creating Visibly Better Enterprise Software Solutions Through Advanced Technology

Delivering enterprise-class digital experiences, VizworX is an advanced software solutions services company. Leveraging the latest in augmented reality, virtual reality, artificial intelligence, complex data visualization, web and mobile technologies and techniques, VizworX supports numerous industries around the world by turning complex data into easily understandable and actionable information. We enable...

INNOVATE® Jacksonville

TEDx Jacksonville

TEDx Jacksonville - Greatest Assets Are The Ideas And Dreams Of Its Citizenry

Greatest Assets Are The Ideas And Dreams Of Its Citizenry

Our team has embraced the challenge of bringing the TEDx experience to Jacksonville because we believe our city’s greatest assets are the ideas and dreams of its citizenry. Ideas have the power to reshape minds and change the way people act. Dreams are the birthplace of the possible. But, too...

INNOVATE® New Jersey Vol.2

CAREGILITY

IS AT THE FOREFRONT OF A NEW FRONTIER IN HEALTHCARE DELIVERY WHERE CARE KNOWS NO BOUNDS

When you hear about the benefits of telehealth, talking points often center on improved patient access to care through virtual visits with providers from home. Meanwhile, telehealth has been fueling a less talked about hybrid care movement that’s transforming patient care in inpatient settings as well. Caregility, a leading provider...

INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition

2GETHER-INTERNATIONAL

Innovation Through Inclusion

Innovation, as a term, is vague. It can conjure up a variety of thoughts. One of those would probably not have been that innovation means inclusivity. 2Gether-International (2GI) emerges as a revolutionary force, challenging conventional narratives in the entrepreneurial space. Founded by Diego Mariscal, a proud advocate for the Disabled...

INNOVATION Quebec

STIQ (SOUS-TRAITANCE INDUSTRIELLE QUÉBEC)

A BENCHMARK IN QUEBEC’S MANUFACTURING ECOSYSTEM

STIQ a multi-industry association of Quebec based manufacturers whose mission is to improve the competitiveness of manufacturing supply chains in order to promote the development of our economy. Since its founding in 1987, STIQ has been a performance activator creating successful business networks and managing custom improvement programs. Innovation: a...

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™ Curitiba

ASSESPRO-PARANÁ

BRAZILIAN ASSOCIATION OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANIES

The Brazilian Association of Information Technology Companie of Paraná (Assespro-Paraná), established in the 1980s, is a key regional branch of the influential Assespro-Paraná Federation, which began in the late 1970s. Celebrating four decades in Paraná, the organization is dedicated to fostering innovation in the state. Assespro-Paraná’s significant engagement in various...

INNOVATE® Puerto Rico

JOIN A JOIN

JOIN A JOIN - FIND YOUR UNIQUE PLACE TO STAY

FIND YOUR UNIQUE PLACE TO STAY

ABOUT US:Join a Join (JAJ) www.joinajoin.com was founded in 2014 and today endures its start-up and entrepreneurial spirit. Local company with presence in the emerging short-term rental segment of the hospitality industry. It has developed solid brand awareness and equity in the Puerto Rico (PR) market, representing a trusted option for hosts...

Global Innovation Spotlight

SLOVAK BUSINESS AGENCY (SBA)

Is The Oldest Specialised Non-Profit Organization In Slovakia Offering Comprehensive Support To Small And Medium-Sized Businesses (SMEs).

SBA was founded in 1993 by a common initiative of the European Union and the Government of the Slovak Republic. Its founders are the Ministry of Economy of the Slovak Republic, Entrepreneurs Association of Slovakia, and Slovak Association of Crafts. The mission of the SBA is to provide complex assistance...

INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2

INFORMA FINANCIAL

THE IMPORTANCE OF A WELL-ROUNDED TOTAL BENEFITS EXPERIENCE IS MORE IMPORTANT NOW

INFORMA FINANCIAL – THE IMPORTANCE OF A WELL-ROUNDED TOTAL BENEFITS EXPERIENCE IS MORE IMPORTANT NOW THAN IT HAS EVER BEEN. Informa’s founder, Cliff Pipke, began this business out of a desire to help service the insurance needs of families, as well as those of the small business owner. As Informa’s...

INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition

SCOUT

INNOVATION OUT OF THIS WORLD

A new era is unfolding in the vast expanse of space. “Space is becoming an incredibly crowded place,” says Eric Ingram, Chairman and Chief Strategy Officer of Scout Space, a pioneering company based in Washington, D.C. With this opening, we step into the world of Scout Space, a company committed...

INNOVATE™ Botswana Vol.1

V.I FITNESS

V.I FITNESS: YOUR HEALTH PARTNER

YOUR HEALTH PARTNER

V.I FITNESS IS A HOLISTIC FITNESS COMPANY FOUNDED BY COUSINS COLO TLHONG & LEBOGANG MOIPOAI, AS TEENS THEY BOTH HAD A STRONG DRIVE TO STAY ACTIVE  CHALLENGE THEIR PHYSICAL LIMITATIONS ALBEIT IN VERY DIFFERENT WAYS. Lebogang was a multi-sport athlete who would try any and every sport; basketball, football, rugby...

INNOVATION Quebec

CHAUDIÈRES-APPALACHES ÉCONOMIQUE

ESPACE RÉGIONAL ACCÉLÉRATION ET CROISSANCE DES ENTREPRISES

Depuis près de 15 ans, Chaudière-Appalaches Économique (CAÉ) a pour mission de stimuler le développement économique en soutenant la cohérence et la mise en commun des actions et des services de ses membres, en concertation avec les organismes partenaires du développement économique et dans le respect de leurs mandats. Parmi...

INNOVATE™ Atlantic Canada

Picketa Systems

REAL-TIME PLANT TISSUE ANALYSIS - MAKE TIMELY INFORMED DECISIONS TO OPTIMIZE YOUR NUTRIENT USE

REAL-TIME PLANT TISSUE ANALYSIS MAKE TIMELY INFORMED DECISIONS TO OPTIMIZE YOUR NUTRIENT USE “Picketa Systems, an agricultural technology company founded in 2020 to unlock agronomic potential, announces its expansion into 13 states across the USA with its groundbreaking LENS system. This innovative real-time crop management technology is poised to transform...

INNOVATE® Washington DMV Edition

Therme Group US

Innovating Wellbeing for All

In a world where health and wellbeing often seem like luxuries reserved for a privileged few, Therme Group US is on a mission to change that narrative. With over two decades of experience, the Therme Group is redefining the concept of wellbeing, making it accessible, relaxing, and fun for people...

INNOVATE™ Curitiba

OLIST

MEET OLIST, THE LEADING ECOSYSTEM IN E-COMMERCE SOLUTIONS FOR SMES

Founded in 2015, Olist is a benchmark startup in e-commerce solutions for small and medium-sized businesses, focused on operational management, increased competitiveness in marketplaces and multichannel sales. In 2021, the company acquired Tiny e Vnda, companies based on high technology that offer top-notch services and share the same goal of...

INNOVATE® Georgia

NEEDLING WORLDWIDE

WE ULTIMATELY STRIVE TO BECOME MORE ROBUST, SUPERIOR, AND MORE ASTUTE IN OUR OPERATIONS.

WHO IS NEEDLING WORLDWIDE:Needling Worldwide was established to address a common challenge encountered by numerous companies in their pursuit of certifications or compliance assessments. The CEO envisioned a superior solution based on her firsthand experiences with compliance standards and frameworks. This solution is comprised of a standardized, flat-fee alternative to...

INNOVATION Quebec

CÉPROCQ

Since 2000, CÉPROCQ has positioned itself as a technological showcase on a pilot scale for extraction and separation processes in the fields of bio-industrial and environmental technologies

Thus, the CÉPROCQ, early on, based its strategic priorities on green chemistry and sustainable development, which have now become essential to the growth of the industry. The CÉPROCQ is one of the few centers in Quebec, or even in Canada, to offer a research infrastructure on a pilot scale, thereby...

INNOVATE® Detroit

HRPro/BenePro

Exceptional Client Service And Innovation.

Throughout its almost 35-year history, two things have defined HRPro/BenePro – exceptional client service and innovation. Among its earlier innovations: While it is difficult to imagine a market without any of these, HRPro/BenePro helped create new categories when they first dived into them. More recently, they have been focused on...

INNOVATE® Nashville

LODESTONE ADVISORY GROUP

Is reimagining venture capital and economic development from the ground up

When we founded Lodestone Advisory Group in 2013, business leaders were tired of a management consulting industry that was a stiff, black box offering one-size-fits-all “solutions,” with little accountability on end results. Lodestone, named after the naturally occurring magnetic powder that gave early merchants and tradesmen the ability to navigate...

INNOVATE™ Atlantic Canada

DAVID SOBEY RETAILING CENTRE

SHAPING THE FUTURE OF RETAIL

“In the past decade, retailers have been forced to innovate, and in some cases transform themselves in response to several external factors. Changing consumer behavior and employee expectations, the advent of AI, and the need to meet sustainability targets are just some of the factors driving big changes in the...

INNOVATE™ Antwerp Vol.2

CROWDSCAN

CROWDSCAN- FROM TOMORROWLAND TO THE BUSIEST SUBWAY STATIONS OF THE WORLD. THIS UNIQUE SENSOR TECHNOLOGY IS READY TO CHANGE THE WORLD OF CROWD ANALYTICS

FROM TOMORROWLAND TO THE BUSIEST SUBWAY STATIONS OF THE WORLD. THIS UNIQUE SENSOR TECHNOLOGY IS READY TO CHANGE THE WORLD OF CROWD ANALYTICS

Worldwide evolutions and events show that monitoring and managing crowds has become crucial. Just think of increasing urbanisation, the rise of mega-events and the Covid-19 pandemic. At the same time, there is a growing concern for privacy, resulting in ethical debates and, ultimately, appropriate legislation. CrowdScan balances both. CrowdScan originated...

Global Innovation Spotlight

Sticker Builder

Unlocking the Next Frontier

“Mass customization made simple. Creative chaos made scalable.” In today’s experience-driven economy, personalization isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s the foundation of competitive advantage. Customers expect more than just products; they want creative control, self-expression, and seamless experiences. That’s where Sticker Builder by Antigro Designer, based in Kraków, Poland, comes in. This...

INNOVATION Quebec

HEC MONTRÉAL

A hub of management knowledge that inspires, innovates, and makes its mark worldwide

One of the most renowned business schools in the world for the quality of its programs, for the success rate of its alumni and for its influence in research, HEC Montréal does much more than just move your career forward. It drives new ideas. HEC Montréal is that place of...

INNOVATE™ Alberta

VIZWORX

VIZWORX-

Creating Visibly Better Enterprise Software Solutions Through Advanced Technology

Delivering enterprise-class digital experiences, VizworX is an advanced software solutions services company. Leveraging the latest in augmented reality, virtual reality, artificial intelligence, complex data visualization, web and mobile technologies and techniques, VizworX supports numerous industries around the world by turning complex data into easily understandable and actionable information. We enable...

INNOVATE® Jacksonville

TEDx Jacksonville

TEDx Jacksonville - Greatest Assets Are The Ideas And Dreams Of Its Citizenry

Greatest Assets Are The Ideas And Dreams Of Its Citizenry

Our team has embraced the challenge of bringing the TEDx experience to Jacksonville because we believe our city’s greatest assets are the ideas and dreams of its citizenry. Ideas have the power to reshape minds and change the way people act. Dreams are the birthplace of the possible. But, too...

INNOVATE® New Jersey Vol.2

CAREGILITY

IS AT THE FOREFRONT OF A NEW FRONTIER IN HEALTHCARE DELIVERY WHERE CARE KNOWS NO BOUNDS

When you hear about the benefits of telehealth, talking points often center on improved patient access to care through virtual visits with providers from home. Meanwhile, telehealth has been fueling a less talked about hybrid care movement that’s transforming patient care in inpatient settings as well. Caregility, a leading provider...

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