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.

MEET THE CLASS OF 2024

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

Team members with Coates, Inc. accept a 2023 Innovators Award as a team inductee during the 2023 Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest Awards Luncheon.

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.

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Society of Innovators to host Innovators Café

The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest is bringing back the popular Innovators Café Series on Sept. 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at ArcelorMittal Global Research and Development, 3001 E. Columbus Drive, East Chicago, IN, 46312.

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Who is an Innovator? Do’s and Don’ts of a Quality Nomination

What makes someone an innovator? Know a Northwest Indiana innovator who deserves to be recognized? Or maybe it’s you!