Where Innovation Happens
5 Innovation Hubs
Each hub is strategically located in a rising or established innovation center, anchored by world-class universities, and designed to spotlight the diverse talent powering America's future.
Nashville, TN
Tennessee's explosive growth in healthcare tech and biotech, anchored by Vanderbilt as a premier Southern research university.
Innovation Rank
Rising / Top 15
University Anchors
Vanderbilt University, Belmont University, MTSU
Diversity Profile
~19.5% Black, ~26% Hispanic
Pittsburgh, PA
World-class AI and robotics leadership. Carnegie Mellon anchors a thriving tech ecosystem in a critical swing state.
Innovation Rank
Top 10 US
University Anchors
Carnegie Mellon University, University of Pittsburgh
Diversity Profile
~23% Black
Tampa, FL
Part of Florida's high-tech corridor and a major PMI U.S. tech center with a rapidly growing innovation community.
Innovation Rank
Rising
University Anchors
University of Tampa, Florida Polytechnic University
Diversity Profile
~71% Hispanic, ~17% Black
Phoenix, AZ
Home to the WMPO Innovation Summit. Winners celebrate at the world's largest golf tournament alongside industry leaders.
Innovation Rank
Top 20 US
University Anchors
Arizona State University, W.P. Carey School of Business
Diversity Profile
Highly diverse metro
Austin, TX
SXSW provides an unmatched global stage. The perfect venue to showcase NEXT. NOW. to an international audience of innovators.
Innovation Rank
Top 5 US
University Anchors
University of Texas at Austin
Diversity Profile
Highly diverse metro