MASSACHUSETTS IS A VIBRANT GLOBAL INNOVATOR in so many ways. Whether leading the search for medical discoveries, creating new technologies or forming collaborative alliances across several different sectors, Massachusetts has an innovative spirit that is unparalled anywhere else. So much so, that we decided to make a list of all the ways Massachusetts is a global innovative leader, and we want you to contribute. Look here for our stories, and please tell us your Massachusetts Innovation Story.
1. CLEAN ENERGY
America's first offshore wind farm will be built in the Nantucket Sound, just offshore from the Massachusetts coast. This undertaking will create hundreds of jobs, increase energy independence and contribute greatly to a healthier environment. Cape Wind is just one of the many ways Massachusetts is paving the way towards clean energy. MORE
2. LIFE SCIENCES
In Massachusetts, strides in the life sciences sector are made every day. Gateway Park in Worcester is home to dozens of life sciences companies as well as Nobel Prize winner Craig C. Mello, who perform their innovative research and development with the facilities' cutting-edge technologies and infrastructure. MORE
Mass Life Sciences Collaborative
3. HEALTH IT
Innovation in Health Information Technology is constantly developing in Massachusetts, furthered by Governor Deval Patrick's HIT Conference in April 2010. At the conference, federal and state leaders discussed strategic ways to enhance HIT innovation. MORE
4. BUSINESS
The Cambridge Innovation Center is one of the world's largest business incubators, housing approximately 175 companies and offering award winning facilities and state-of-the-art technology and business services. The Boston Globe said, "If technology and innovation are the lifeblood for our future, then CIC is ground zero." MORE
Kauffman Foundation ranks Massachusetts as one of the top leaders in innovation. MORE
5. ENTREPRENEURISM
Massachusetts has the highest venture capital investment per capita of any place in the world, and one fifth of the venture capital in the US is managed here. MORE
6. ENTERPRISE SOFTWARE
CambridgeSoft Corporation is a leading supplier of discovery, collaboration and knowledge enterprise solutions, desktop software, scientific databsaes and consulting services to the pharmaceuticals biotech and chemical industries. The company's prinicpal software Chem & Bio Draw is the standard and primary communication tool on the cehmist's desktop. MORE
7. INVENTION
Think of all the things invented in Massachusetts: Boston cream pie, the telephone, basketball and volleyball, the first computer, power steering and the chocolate chip cookie. Massachusetts has always and will always be foremost in creation and invention.
8. CLUSTER BASED COLLABORATION
Massachusetts boasts cluster-based groups in a wide range of industries, using the collaborative archictecture to further excell in their sectors.
Life Sciences
Mass Life Sciences Collaborative
Clean Energy
Digital Technology
Design
Mass Innovation and Technology Exchange
Robotics
Mass Technology Leadership Council's Robotics Cluster
Electronic Medical Records
Computing
9. EDUCATION
The University of Massachusetts is aware that the future of our science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) industries manifest themselves in students. That's why UMass has developed the STEM Education Institute, to mobilize the STEM community to encourage the development of future STEM professionals. MORE
10. MARKETING
Massachusetts is home to a number of innovative and creative marketing companies that are revolutionizing their industry. Take for example Hubspot, which has enhanced the marketing strategy of companies and doubles, triples or quadruples their traffic. http://www.hubspot.com/
11. ROBOTICS
The Massachusetts Robotics Cluster is one of the largest in the world, with more than eighty companies, and ten universities teaching and developing robotics. MORE
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Check here throughout the summer for a list of innovative events happening in Massachusetts. The month of June is jam-packed with events that celebrate and discuss development, growth and inventive thinking all happening here.
JUNE 1
Angel Boot Camp: Cambridge, MA
Have you thought about angel investing but weren't sure whether it was right for you or how to get started? Are you an entrepreneur who wants to learn more about working with angels and how angel investment differs from venture capital? Here's a chance to learn from the experts. MORE
JUNE 2
Mass Life Sciences Innovation Day: Boston, MA
The Massachusetts life sciences community is made up of many intertwined sectors whose relationships to each other will all be redefined by the new economy of the 2010's. At this event we'll talk about how the funding environment is changing for research, the commercialization of technologies and for start-up companies. We'll also look at new discoveries that will change the world in this decade and the next. MORE
MITX Tech Awards: Boston, MA
The MITX Technology Awards recognize innovative technologies developed in the New England area, as well as the individuals and organizations responsible for driving these advancements. MORE
IBM Innovation Center 15-Year Anniversary: Waltham, MA
In celebration of 15 years of service in Waltham, Massachusetts, the IBM Innovation Center invites you to join us on June 2, 2010 to learn more about Smarter Planet ideas from IBM. You will have an opportunity to network during lunch and a cocktail reception. MORE
JUNE 3
MassTLC's Social Media Summit: Cambridge, MA
This exciting summit will feature a keynote by David Weinberger, a senior researcher at Harvard's Berkman Center for Internet and Society, and multiple break-out sessions lead by experts and practitioners who will explore hot topics such as advanced listening, lead generation, social media "outside the box", overcoming internal resistance to social media and social media in regulated industries. MORE
Mass Innvoation Night: Waltham, MA
Mass Innovation Nights connect Massachusetts-based innovators with the marketplace using social media. The monthly launch parties and networking events are FREE for everyone - companies and guests alike. All they ask is that guests help spread the word about cool new products they see at their events: blog, tweet (#MIN), Facebook, LinkedIn or tell a neighbor or a friend. MORE
JUNE 4-6
Startup Weekend: Cambridge, MA
Startup Weekend recruits a highly motivated group of developers, busines managers, startup enthusiasts, marketing gurus, graphic artists and mroe to a 54 hour event that builds communities, companies and projects. The participants that attend a Startup Weekend decide what they want to tackle over the weekend and come out at the end with several developed companies or projects. Attendees are responsible for bringing the same desire and passion to the project and walk out of the room with the task at hand, in a short 54 hours. Sound intense? It is. MORE
JUNE 7
Mobile Monday Boston: Cambridge, MA
Mobile Monday is taking over the MIT Museum for a night of mobile exhibitions, food and drink on June 7th. We'll have two cash bars and dozens of mobile demo booths within the museum exhibit halls. Come see the newest Boston mobile companies and meet new people in Boston's fast-growing mobile community. MORE
JUNE 8
MedTech Ignite Bootcamp for Entrepreneurs: Cambridge, MA
MassMEDIC in conjunction with the Desphande Center is hosting an entrepreneur boot camp. This program is designed to be a practical workshop for entrepreneurs or those who are thinking about becoming entrepreneurs in the MedTech space. Speakers and panelists will include a dynamic team of experienced entrepreneurs, seasoned venture capitalists, innovative university faculty and corporate business development leaders. MORE
JUNE 10-12
Convergance: The Life Sciences Leaders Forum: Chatham, MA
The Convergance Forum is an annual event created by life sciences leaders, for life sciences leaders. A select group of 125 participants will gather on Cape Cod to explore the forces shaping the future of biotech, pharma, venture capital, healthcare and medical devices. MORE
JUNE 14
Web Innovators Group: Cambridge, MA
The Web Innovators Group (WebInno) is comprised of people engaged in internet and mobile innovation in the Boston area. They aim to support entrepreneurs, visionaries and creative thinkers in the field by holding events that foster community interaction. Their regular meetings provide a forum for entrepreneurs from self-funded/early-stage startups to present new services to their peers, as well as an opportunity for everyone in the community to share and exchange ideas. MORE
JUNE 15
Boston Biotech CEO Conference: Cambridge, MA
A unique opportunity to take part in an intimate exchange with some of the most influential cheif executives in the life sciences industry on the future of healthcare in teh current economic and political environment. Be a part of this one-of-a-kind "off the record" discussion as these leaders share the challenges they face and discuss the opportunities that lie ahead. This small, invitation-only event features individual presentations, as well as panel discussions by internationally recognized economic and healthcare policy experts. MORE
InnoBeer Boston Meet-Up: Boston, MA
Innovation Beer Summit Tweetup: Join innovators in Boston for beer and conversation on innovation, social media and anything that makes you smile. Cash bar. Use hastag #innobeer when tweeting about this event, bring friends and coworkers too. MORE
JUNE 16-19
EurekaFest: Cambridge, MA
EurekaFest, from the Lemelson-MIT Program, is a multi-day celebration designed to empower a legacy of inventors through activities that inspire youth, honor role models and encourage creativity and problem solving. MORE
JUNE 17
Global Pitchfest: Cambridge, MA
At Swissnex Boston's Global Pitchfest, a 10-day entrepreneurial bootcamp in Boston for Swiss-based startups, you will have the chance to interact with 40 leading entrepreneurs, select the best pitches and mingle with other members of the local innovation community. MORE
XSITE: The Xconomy Summit on Innovation, Technology & Entrepreneurship: Wellesly, MA
Whether they're in pharmaceuticals or robotics, mobile computing or energy efficiency, New England's high-tech startups and anchor companies are inventing the products and services that will define the new decade's leaner, greener, more connected economy. At XSITE, you'll experience a full day of learning, stimulation, debate, networking and inspiration of the kind only Xconomy can provide. MORE
June 18
MassEcon Annual Conference: Newton, Massachusetts
The Shape of Things to Come: Massachusetts 2020
Join MassEcon and its expert panel in a discussion of what to expect in the new economy. The panel features: Marc Nemec, Managing Director of Forrester Research; Greg Herrema, Senior VP of Thermo Fisher Scientific; Jamie Goldstein, General Partner of North Bridge Venture Partners; and Frank van Mierlo, President of 1366 Technologies. The panel will address key issues such as job growth, company adaptation and industry trends. Curt Nickisch, Business and Technology Reporter for WBUR Radio will moderate the discussion. MORE
JUNE 23
Momentum Summit: Cambridge, MA
How do small startups with a brilliant idea turn into big businesses? The Momentum Summit will explore that question with a series of in-depth conversations and "chalk talks" from notable local founders and CEOs. MORE
JUNE 24
Emerging Technologies Forum: Health IT and the Cloud: Boston, MA
This panel will explore cloud computing's effect on health IT, what aspects of health IT will be driven by cloud computing and where the next bsuiness opportunities will be. MORE
Branded in Boston: Boston, MA
Branded in Boston will feature panel discussions, presentations, interactive sessions and plenty of networking. The Ad Club will highlight the brands that were born here, raised here and continue to thrive here. MORE
JUNE 29
MassTLC's Tech Tuesday: Cambridge, MA
If you're looking for talent, clients or just to spread the word about what you are doing, head to Tech Tuesday. You'll have the opportunity for a fast-pitch shout-out to the audience of fellow geeks, tech savvy professionals, DIY-ers and other industry luminaries at this high energy informal gathering. MORE
Executive Breakfast with Mass. CIO Anne Margulies & Boston CIO Bill Oates: Boston, MA
Input and TechAmerica invite you to learn what's next in the way of IT investments for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the City of Boston as government seeks to enhance its opportunities. Learn how key tech trends are playing out here and what 2010 and the future have in store for technology vendors. MORE
Every Wednesday @ 8:30 AM
Open Coffee Club: Cambridge, MA
Fellow web entrepreneurs and VC's gather once a week to grab some coffee, free WiFi and chat about what's new. No more of the old-school "please send us your executive summary before we'll even talk to you." A place to find opportuinites. MORE
