Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest

We contribute to economic and community development as the champion of innovation and entrepreneurship in Northwest Indiana.

2024 Society of Innovators Awards

Nominations are open for the 2024 Innovators Awards. Now in its 20th year, the Society of Innovators celebrates the spirit of creativity and ingenuity by discovering, honoring and celebrating innovators from across the seven-county region of Northwest Indiana.

The 2024 Society of Innovators Awards Luncheon will take place on November 20, 2024 at the James B. Dworkin Student Services and Activities Complex on Purdue Northwest’s Westville campus.

NOMINATE AN INNOVATOR

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Meet the 2024 Women on the Rise

The Society of Innovators, in partnership with the Leadership Institute at PNW, have named the 2024 Northwest Indiana Women on the Rise. The list includes leaders, innovators and entrepreneurs who are making an impact across Northwest Indiana.

MEET THE HONOREES

Champions of Innovation

Innovation is central to advancement and improving the economy and the quality of life in Northwest Indiana.

The Society of Innovators has helped the region realize that innovation occurs here and that anyone can be an innovator.

Resources

Events

From online workshops to in-person networking events and skills development, the Society of Innovators offers programming that connects you with the people, tools and resources that drive growth.

News

Updates from the Society of Innovators and stories of Northwest Indiana innovation.

Sponsorship

Help catalyze Northwest Indiana’s innovation community and reach our region’s talented problem solvers

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Become A Member

Join the Society of Innovators to receive exclusive benefits—and support robust regional economic development that drives a culture of innovation in Northwest Indiana.

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News and Announcements

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Innovators Corner: Retail Innovation Conference and Expo

The Society of Innovators partnered with the 2024 Retail Innovation Conference and Expo and shares key takeaways from the event.

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The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest invites nominations for 2024 awards

The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest has opened nominations for the 2024 Innovators Awards.

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The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest to Host Author John H. Davies for Book Signing

The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest will host John H. Davies, the author of “Extraordinary Ordinary Innovators,” for a book signing and networking event from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on June 12 at Anderson’s Winery and Vineyard, 430 E. U.S. Highway 6, Valparaiso, IN.