Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest
We contribute to economic and community development as the champion of innovation and entrepreneurship in Northwest Indiana.
Meet the Class of 2024
Winners of the 2024 Innovators Awards were inducted into the Society of Innovators during the group’s annual luncheon on November 20, 2024. “The quality of the inductees identified this year by the selection committee is outstanding and showcases the wide swath of innovation in Northwest Indiana,” said Gary Johnson, chairman of the board for the Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest.
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
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.
Help catalyze Northwest Indiana’s innovation community and reach our region’s talented problem solvers
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.
News and Announcements
The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest has announced winners of the 2025 Northwest Indiana High School Pitch Competition – Westville.
The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest has announced winners of the 2025 Northwest Indiana High School Pitch Competition – Hammond.
The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest Announces the 2024 Innovators Award Winners
The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest has announced winners of the 2024 Innovators Awards. Winners will be inducted into the Society during the group’s annual luncheon on November 20.
Upcoming Events
Mar 26
1 Million Cups Northwest Indiana1 Million Cups brings together our region’s entrepreneurs, innovators, startup founders, business leaders and inventors to intersect at the crossroads of doing, making, community and coffee!
Apr 15
Innovate WithIN Northwest Indiana Regional Pitch CompetitionJoin us for this year’s Region 4 Pitch Competition, hosted by The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest, where ten top high school teams from Northwest Indiana will showcase their groundbreaking business ideas!
Apr 25
The Summit: An Emerging of Ideas“THE Summit: An Emerging of Ideas” offers a variety of features to help business owners at each stage of their journey
May 03
The PNW Big SellJoin us for PNW’s annual contest to identify the best new ideas in business! This innovative pitch competition is hosted by PNW’s Office of Commercialization and Research.