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Start with the path that fits where you are today.
I’m building something new
For founders and entrepreneurs with an idea, early product, or early-stage company who need validation, structure, and the right people around the table.
Explore SpringboardI’m ready to grow or rescale
For startups and established organizations that want help thinking through the next stage of growth.
Explore ScaleI represent a university innovation lab
For research, commercialization, and academic teams connecting innovation with founders, companies, investors, and regional partners.
Partner With UsI want to participate or support
For mentors, investors, sponsors, foundations, venues, service providers, and partners who can contribute resources or expertise.
Get InvolvedAnswers about InnovateINW programs and participation.
What is InnovateINW?
InnovateINW helps founders, researchers, and business leaders connect with the people, programs, and partnerships they need to innovate, grow, and succeed.
Who does InnovateINW support?
InnovateINW serves founders and researchers through Springboard and established business leaders and organizations through Springboard Scale, with support from mentors, investors, educators, experts, and regional partners.
What is the Springboard program?
Springboard helps founders and researchers validate ideas, commercialize technologies, launch startups, and build scalable companies.
Does InnovateINW offer support for established businesses?
Yes. Springboard Scale helps established companies innovate, adopt AI, develop new products, expand into new markets, build strategic partnerships, and accelerate growth.
How can someone get involved with InnovateINW?
Use Learn More to find the right pathway, or Become a Partner to contribute expertise, resources, capital, technology, talent, or regional connections.
We’d love to meet you.
Tell us a little about yourself and what you’re building or your idea. We’ll guide you to the people, programs, and events that can help you grow.