Stories of Innovation
INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports
HIGH POINT GAMER
Is A Premier Esports Consultant Group For Forward-Thinking Gamers, Brands, And Organizations
High Point Gamer (HPG) was founded in 2015 by two military veterans, Derek Watford and Dion Wrenn. HPG was the first black and veteran owned Esports consulting company in the world. They established their presence in the Esports industry early on by producing competitive video game tournaments. These competitive tournaments...
INNOVATION Quebec
INÉDI
CCTT EN DESIGN INDUSTRIEL
Les designers industriels interviennent dans la conception de produits avec lesquels vous interagissez au quotidien. Que vous soyez agriculteur, athlète, thérapeute, artiste de cirque ou manufacturier, il est fort probable qu’un designer industriel ait été impliqué dans laconception des expériences, des services ou des produits que vous utilisez. Le design...
INNOVATE™ Adelaide
MOONSHOTS
EMPOWERING ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND DRIVING EXPONENTIAL GROWTH
Located in the heart of Adelaide, South Australia, Moonshots Innervation is a game-changer in the world of business incubators. Founded by Shane Yeend, a very successful entrepreneur in the entertainment and aviation industries, who was Australian Entrepreneur of the Year in 2008, and Rick Carter, a seasoned professional with decades...
INNOVATE™ Toronto
LI-CYCLE
THE SHIFT TOWARDS CLEAN ENERGY HAS CREATED TRANSFORMATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AND ADVANCEMENTS ACROSS THE GLOBE
One notable development is the move from internal combustion engines (ICE) to electric vehicles (EVs). The lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries used in EVs are becoming more prevalent everywhere. These days, they are the go-to choice when it comes to powering everything from mobile phones to power tools, drones, EVs, and more....
INNOVATION Quebec
DISTRIQ
ZONE D’INNOVATION QUANTIQUE
DistriQ, zone d’innovation quantique est un organisme catalyseur d’expertises et d’infrastructures favorisant l’émergence et l’accélération d’innovation dans le secteur des sciences et des technologies quantiques. Les technologies quantiques ont le potentiel de révolutionner plusieurs secteurs, entre autres les domaines de l’environnement, la mobilité, la santé et l’énergie renouvelable. C’est-à-dire que...
INNOVATE™ Estonia
ESTX
E-RESIDENCY IS MORE THAN JUST A TOOL – IT’S A LIFESTYLE.
“Our clients are global players with a big vision,” says Angela Ventsel, founder and CEO of estx. She and her team aim to make starting a business in Estonia as smooth as possible for every e-resident, regardless of their background or location. “When someone entrusts their business to us, it...
INNOVATION Quebec
BIOPTERRE
CCTT IN BIOPRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
In the current context of climate change, biodiversity loss, increasing pressure on natural resources and public health concerns, there is a consensus on the importance of building on the bioeconomy. The bioeconomy is the economic activity associated with the development and production of bioproducts and biological processes. Relying on the...
INNOVATE™ Botswana Vol.1
SENTIMENTAL VALUE ARTS AND CRAFTS
“IF IT’S DEAR TO YOU ITS DEAR TO US TOO.”
All of us have that something that we hold on dearly to. For some people it’s a family heirloom, handwritten post letters and to others a broken kettle they keep saying they will fix and never get around to doing it. I get it all. At Sentimental Value we allow...
INNOVATE® New Jersey Vol.2
INTERFLEXION
DELIVERS AI-POWERED ROLE-PLAY THAT HELPS ASPIRING PROFESSIONALS IMPROVE THEIR CONVERSATION SKILLS
INTERFLEXION WAS FOUNDED TO IMPROVE WORKPLACE COMMUNICATIONS.Interflexion’s co-founders, successful fintech entrepreneur John Muldoon & tech innovator John Hack, had worked together during the dotcom era and bonded over their interest in emerging technologies and organizational performance. In 2019, we were returning from a meeting with a VR expert when we...
INNOVATE™ South Africa
MATRIX COMMUNICATIONS GROUP
IS AN INTEGRATED MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS HOLDING COMPANY WITH A FOOTPRINT IN PRETORIA, JOHANNESBURG, CAPE TOWN AND DURBAN IN SOUTH AFRICA WITH COLLABORATIONS WITH AGENCIES IN KENYA AND NIGERIA
We partner with entrepreneurs across Africa who are experts in their fields, supporting them in an enabling, energising collaborative environment. We have partnered with agencies that operate independently and have their own P&L, however, our philosophy is built on principles of seamless collaboration. As such our solutions are agnostic and...
INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2
ENVISIONING LABS
PIONEERING SUSTAINABLE INNOVATION
In the face of climate change, the need for sustainable solutions has never been greater. Envisioning Labs, a Vancouver based deep tech firm, is at the forefront of this challenge, developing social and technological solutions that counter climate change and foster a carbon neutral future. Their focus on first principles-based,...
INNOVATE® Georgia
THE CITY OF ALPHARETTA
THE SUBTLE RISE OF A TECH HUB
Situated between bustling downtown Atlanta and the tranquil the North Georgia mountains, the City of Alpharetta is emerging as a notable example of how a community can quietly yet effectively embrace innovation and growth. This story isn’t about rapid expansion or high-profile advancements; it’s a tale of how Alpharetta has...
INNOVATE® Milwaukee
MKE TECH HUB
A LEGACY OF INNOVATION DRIVING A FUTURE OF IMPACT
Shaped by a rich industrial legacy, Milwaukee is evolving into a beacon of modern innovation. With biohealth, AI, water, energy technology, smart manufacturing, and financial services leading the way, Milwaukee’s dynamic ecosystem is not only thriving, but attracting attention from investors, entrepreneurs, and innovators worldwide. Here, tradition meets technology, and...
INNOVATE™ Toronto
ONTARIO INSTITUTE FOR CANCER RESEARCH
MOBILIZING THE CANCER RESEARCH COMMUNITY TO DRIVE PERSONALIZED CARE
Cancer is not just one disease. Each tumour is unique, and each person will experience cancer differently, requiring tailored therapies matched to the unique drivers of their disease. To address this tremendous challenge effectively, it takes a diverse range of people working together in multidisciplinary networks on innovations in...
INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports
FEMME GAMING
#TheFutureIsFemme
Our mission is simple: to shake the foundations of the gaming industry, one empowered woman at a time by providing a safe space for female gamers to play and showcase their talents. While we’re not the first to recognize the stigma of women in video games, we’re one of the...
INNOVATE® Puerto Rico
PILOTO 151
PUERTO RICO’S LAUNCHPAD FOR INVESTMENT AND INNOVATION
The year was 2012. Stolberg siblings, Sofia and Juan Carlos, had just moved back to their native Puerto Rico, ran their own businesses, and were searching for a coworking space to network with like-minded individuals. Noticing that coworking was not a thing on the Island, they took it upon themselves...
INNOVATE® Nashville
COUTURE TECHNOLOGIES
Virtual Try On Technology is Reshaping How Customers Shop for Clothing Online
You know when you shop for clothes online, but you don’t know which size to buy or if an item will look good on your body? Couture Technologies helps apparel brands solve this massive financial and sustainability challenge by seamlessly integrating its patent-pending virtual try on technology with a brand’s...
INNOVATION Quebec
Alliance Polymères Québec
UNE INDUSTRIE, TROIS FILIÈRES
Matériaux plastiquesLes matériaux plastiques sont des polymères qui peuvent être mis en forme (moulés), par divers procédés, à l’aide d’une contrainte mécanique combinée à l’effet de la chaleur qui permet de les ramollir temporairement. Matériaux compositesLes matériaux composites sont des polymères qui sont formés par la polymérisation de résines habituellement...
INNOVATE® Georgia
EQUIFAX
INNOVATION AT EQUIFAX
As a global data, analytics, and technology company, Equifax recognizes the importance of exploration and innovation. Equifax plays an important role in the lives of consumers, and its focus on innovation and driving greater financial inclusion is a part of a commitment to creating a positive impact on people’s personal...
INNOVATE® Nashville
Holland & Knight
Service Without Boundaries
Founded in 1889, Holland & Knight is a global law firm with more than 2,200 lawyers and other professionals in 35 offices throughout the world. The Firm’s lawyers provide representation in litigation, business, real estate and governmental law. Interdisciplinary practice groups and industry-based teams provide clients with efficient access to...
INNOVATION Quebec
GROUPE CTT
CCTT EN TECHNOLOGIES TEXTILES,GÉOSYNTHÉTIQUES ET MATÉRIAUX AVANCÉS À BASE TEXTILE
Le Groupe CTT, est un organisme à but non lucratif spécialisé en recherche appliquée, en développement et en analyses dans le domaine des textiles techniques, des géosynthétiques et des matériaux avancés à base de textile. Groupe CTT fait partie des premiers Centres collégiaux de transfert de technologie créés en 1983.Il...
INNOVATE™ South Africa
PARK ADVERTISING
BORNE OUT OF A NEED TO OFFER WORLD-CLASS INNOVATIVE AND PIONEERING MEDIA OPTIONS WITHIN THE SOUTH AFRICAN MEDIA INDUSTRY, PARK ADVERTISING AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES HAVE BEEN SUCCESSFUL IN CONTINUALLY DRIVING THIS ETHOS FOR YEARS
INNOVATE® Nashville
Adventure Science Center
Fostering Enthusiasm for Discovery and Exploration
Adventure Science Center connects learners of all ages to the science that surrounds them every day, fostering enthusiasm for discovery and exploration. This year Adventure Science Center marks 80 years of serving the Nashville community, all 95 counties of Tennessee, together with visitors from around the nation and the globe....
INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports
AQUATIK ESPORTS
CREATING AND FOSTERING A COMMUNITY UNLIKE ANY OTHER!
With a mantra of ‘Esports for Everyone,’ Aquatik Esports is truly unique and has propelled an abrupt tidal wave of followers, fans, and participants spread across multiple channels and touchpoints across the world. By providing approachable spaces, opportunities, and platforms for amateur competitive gamers, creators, and streamers to launch their...
INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports
HIGH POINT GAMER
Is A Premier Esports Consultant Group For Forward-Thinking Gamers, Brands, And Organizations
High Point Gamer (HPG) was founded in 2015 by two military veterans, Derek Watford and Dion Wrenn. HPG was the first black and veteran owned Esports consulting company in the world. They established their presence in the Esports industry early on by producing competitive video game tournaments. These competitive tournaments...
INNOVATION Quebec
INÉDI
CCTT EN DESIGN INDUSTRIEL
Les designers industriels interviennent dans la conception de produits avec lesquels vous interagissez au quotidien. Que vous soyez agriculteur, athlète, thérapeute, artiste de cirque ou manufacturier, il est fort probable qu’un designer industriel ait été impliqué dans laconception des expériences, des services ou des produits que vous utilisez. Le design...
INNOVATE™ Adelaide
MOONSHOTS
EMPOWERING ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND DRIVING EXPONENTIAL GROWTH
Located in the heart of Adelaide, South Australia, Moonshots Innervation is a game-changer in the world of business incubators. Founded by Shane Yeend, a very successful entrepreneur in the entertainment and aviation industries, who was Australian Entrepreneur of the Year in 2008, and Rick Carter, a seasoned professional with decades...
INNOVATE™ Toronto
LI-CYCLE
THE SHIFT TOWARDS CLEAN ENERGY HAS CREATED TRANSFORMATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AND ADVANCEMENTS ACROSS THE GLOBE
One notable development is the move from internal combustion engines (ICE) to electric vehicles (EVs). The lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries used in EVs are becoming more prevalent everywhere. These days, they are the go-to choice when it comes to powering everything from mobile phones to power tools, drones, EVs, and more....
INNOVATION Quebec
DISTRIQ
ZONE D’INNOVATION QUANTIQUE
DistriQ, zone d’innovation quantique est un organisme catalyseur d’expertises et d’infrastructures favorisant l’émergence et l’accélération d’innovation dans le secteur des sciences et des technologies quantiques. Les technologies quantiques ont le potentiel de révolutionner plusieurs secteurs, entre autres les domaines de l’environnement, la mobilité, la santé et l’énergie renouvelable. C’est-à-dire que...
INNOVATE™ Estonia
ESTX
E-RESIDENCY IS MORE THAN JUST A TOOL – IT’S A LIFESTYLE.
“Our clients are global players with a big vision,” says Angela Ventsel, founder and CEO of estx. She and her team aim to make starting a business in Estonia as smooth as possible for every e-resident, regardless of their background or location. “When someone entrusts their business to us, it...
INNOVATION Quebec
BIOPTERRE
CCTT IN BIOPRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
In the current context of climate change, biodiversity loss, increasing pressure on natural resources and public health concerns, there is a consensus on the importance of building on the bioeconomy. The bioeconomy is the economic activity associated with the development and production of bioproducts and biological processes. Relying on the...
INNOVATE™ Botswana Vol.1
SENTIMENTAL VALUE ARTS AND CRAFTS
“IF IT’S DEAR TO YOU ITS DEAR TO US TOO.”
All of us have that something that we hold on dearly to. For some people it’s a family heirloom, handwritten post letters and to others a broken kettle they keep saying they will fix and never get around to doing it. I get it all. At Sentimental Value we allow...
INNOVATE® New Jersey Vol.2
INTERFLEXION
DELIVERS AI-POWERED ROLE-PLAY THAT HELPS ASPIRING PROFESSIONALS IMPROVE THEIR CONVERSATION SKILLS
INTERFLEXION WAS FOUNDED TO IMPROVE WORKPLACE COMMUNICATIONS.Interflexion’s co-founders, successful fintech entrepreneur John Muldoon & tech innovator John Hack, had worked together during the dotcom era and bonded over their interest in emerging technologies and organizational performance. In 2019, we were returning from a meeting with a VR expert when we...
INNOVATE™ South Africa
MATRIX COMMUNICATIONS GROUP
IS AN INTEGRATED MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS HOLDING COMPANY WITH A FOOTPRINT IN PRETORIA, JOHANNESBURG, CAPE TOWN AND DURBAN IN SOUTH AFRICA WITH COLLABORATIONS WITH AGENCIES IN KENYA AND NIGERIA
We partner with entrepreneurs across Africa who are experts in their fields, supporting them in an enabling, energising collaborative environment. We have partnered with agencies that operate independently and have their own P&L, however, our philosophy is built on principles of seamless collaboration. As such our solutions are agnostic and...
INNOVATE™ Vancouver Vol.2
ENVISIONING LABS
PIONEERING SUSTAINABLE INNOVATION
In the face of climate change, the need for sustainable solutions has never been greater. Envisioning Labs, a Vancouver based deep tech firm, is at the forefront of this challenge, developing social and technological solutions that counter climate change and foster a carbon neutral future. Their focus on first principles-based,...
INNOVATE® Georgia
THE CITY OF ALPHARETTA
THE SUBTLE RISE OF A TECH HUB
Situated between bustling downtown Atlanta and the tranquil the North Georgia mountains, the City of Alpharetta is emerging as a notable example of how a community can quietly yet effectively embrace innovation and growth. This story isn’t about rapid expansion or high-profile advancements; it’s a tale of how Alpharetta has...
INNOVATE® Milwaukee
MKE TECH HUB
A LEGACY OF INNOVATION DRIVING A FUTURE OF IMPACT
Shaped by a rich industrial legacy, Milwaukee is evolving into a beacon of modern innovation. With biohealth, AI, water, energy technology, smart manufacturing, and financial services leading the way, Milwaukee’s dynamic ecosystem is not only thriving, but attracting attention from investors, entrepreneurs, and innovators worldwide. Here, tradition meets technology, and...
INNOVATE™ Toronto
ONTARIO INSTITUTE FOR CANCER RESEARCH
MOBILIZING THE CANCER RESEARCH COMMUNITY TO DRIVE PERSONALIZED CARE
Cancer is not just one disease. Each tumour is unique, and each person will experience cancer differently, requiring tailored therapies matched to the unique drivers of their disease. To address this tremendous challenge effectively, it takes a diverse range of people working together in multidisciplinary networks on innovations in...
INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports
FEMME GAMING
#TheFutureIsFemme
Our mission is simple: to shake the foundations of the gaming industry, one empowered woman at a time by providing a safe space for female gamers to play and showcase their talents. While we’re not the first to recognize the stigma of women in video games, we’re one of the...
INNOVATE® Puerto Rico
PILOTO 151
PUERTO RICO’S LAUNCHPAD FOR INVESTMENT AND INNOVATION
The year was 2012. Stolberg siblings, Sofia and Juan Carlos, had just moved back to their native Puerto Rico, ran their own businesses, and were searching for a coworking space to network with like-minded individuals. Noticing that coworking was not a thing on the Island, they took it upon themselves...
INNOVATE® Nashville
COUTURE TECHNOLOGIES
Virtual Try On Technology is Reshaping How Customers Shop for Clothing Online
You know when you shop for clothes online, but you don’t know which size to buy or if an item will look good on your body? Couture Technologies helps apparel brands solve this massive financial and sustainability challenge by seamlessly integrating its patent-pending virtual try on technology with a brand’s...
INNOVATION Quebec
Alliance Polymères Québec
UNE INDUSTRIE, TROIS FILIÈRES
Matériaux plastiquesLes matériaux plastiques sont des polymères qui peuvent être mis en forme (moulés), par divers procédés, à l’aide d’une contrainte mécanique combinée à l’effet de la chaleur qui permet de les ramollir temporairement. Matériaux compositesLes matériaux composites sont des polymères qui sont formés par la polymérisation de résines habituellement...
INNOVATE® Georgia
EQUIFAX
INNOVATION AT EQUIFAX
As a global data, analytics, and technology company, Equifax recognizes the importance of exploration and innovation. Equifax plays an important role in the lives of consumers, and its focus on innovation and driving greater financial inclusion is a part of a commitment to creating a positive impact on people’s personal...
INNOVATE® Nashville
Holland & Knight
Service Without Boundaries
Founded in 1889, Holland & Knight is a global law firm with more than 2,200 lawyers and other professionals in 35 offices throughout the world. The Firm’s lawyers provide representation in litigation, business, real estate and governmental law. Interdisciplinary practice groups and industry-based teams provide clients with efficient access to...
INNOVATION Quebec
GROUPE CTT
CCTT EN TECHNOLOGIES TEXTILES,GÉOSYNTHÉTIQUES ET MATÉRIAUX AVANCÉS À BASE TEXTILE
Le Groupe CTT, est un organisme à but non lucratif spécialisé en recherche appliquée, en développement et en analyses dans le domaine des textiles techniques, des géosynthétiques et des matériaux avancés à base de textile. Groupe CTT fait partie des premiers Centres collégiaux de transfert de technologie créés en 1983.Il...
INNOVATE™ South Africa
PARK ADVERTISING
BORNE OUT OF A NEED TO OFFER WORLD-CLASS INNOVATIVE AND PIONEERING MEDIA OPTIONS WITHIN THE SOUTH AFRICAN MEDIA INDUSTRY, PARK ADVERTISING AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES HAVE BEEN SUCCESSFUL IN CONTINUALLY DRIVING THIS ETHOS FOR YEARS
INNOVATE® Nashville
Adventure Science Center
Fostering Enthusiasm for Discovery and Exploration
Adventure Science Center connects learners of all ages to the science that surrounds them every day, fostering enthusiasm for discovery and exploration. This year Adventure Science Center marks 80 years of serving the Nashville community, all 95 counties of Tennessee, together with visitors from around the nation and the globe....
INNOVATE® Gaming & Esports
AQUATIK ESPORTS
CREATING AND FOSTERING A COMMUNITY UNLIKE ANY OTHER!
With a mantra of ‘Esports for Everyone,’ Aquatik Esports is truly unique and has propelled an abrupt tidal wave of followers, fans, and participants spread across multiple channels and touchpoints across the world. By providing approachable spaces, opportunities, and platforms for amateur competitive gamers, creators, and streamers to launch their...