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NEWS: We're planning an Autonomous Vehicle Observation Zone Challenge in Washington, DC🌆. The AVO Zone Challenge will launch in June. Learn more at: us-ignite.org/avochallenge
Thanks to our partners: @DDOTDC | @SWBID | @UW | @GWtweets
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Join Insights from the Field with Natalie Self!
Natalie is a SURGE board member and Senior VP of Equitable Economic Development at Cortex Innovation District. She'll lead a conversation on building innovation ecosystems that create opportunity
Sign up: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
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NEW RESEARCH PAPER: US Ignite and the SURGE program explore how regional innovation leaders can address barriers to commercialization and develop clear, public-facing strategies to attract federal funding 💵
📄 Check out the full paper: surge.us-ignite.org/resource…
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HAPPENING TODAY - Tuesday September 15! Our SURGE team heads to Capitol Hill for a Congressional Briefing and networking reception in coordination with Congresswoman Madeleine Dean! Stay tuned for recaps and pictures later this month!
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💡Board Member Spotlight: @nataliemself, Senior VP, Equitable Economic Impact at @CortexSTL, underlines the value of lived experience from multiple perspectives across non-profit, public and private sectors. 🎯
🔗Learn from Natlie 8/23 2pm ET: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
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NEWS: New and expanded spectrum access granted to PAWR testbeds.
New FCC Innovation Zone designations + expansions give researchers greater flexibility to experiment across spectrum bands. See-> advancedwireless.org/pawr-wi…
@powder_wireless @aerpaw #ARA #Cosmos #open6gproject
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💡Board Member Spotlight: Marnie LaVigne, President & CEO of @Launch_NY, encourages regional coalition leaders to find collaborators early to build community, stay motivated, and embrace opportunities ahead. 🌟
🔗Learn more about SURGE: surge.us-ignite.org
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🏆Prize and challenge competitions are a popular way to encourage cross-sector collaboration and spur innovation.
From AV shuttles to road safety pilots, US Ignite helps communities engage emerging technologies through challenge programs.
Learn more: us-ignite.org/tools/playbook…
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💡Board Member Spotlight: Adriano Pianesi, Adjunct Instructor at @JHUCarey, emphasizes the power of collaboration and adaptive leadership to drive lasting regional impact. 🌎
🔗Learn more about SURGE: surge.us-ignite.org
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💡Board Member Spotlight: @atrueblood, CEO of Trueblood.city, shares advice for building strong regional coalitions through both trusted relationships and lasting institutional partnerships. 🤝
🔗Learn more about SURGE: surge.us-ignite.org
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How do you turn regional momentum into lasting results? Join SURGE Board Member Stacey Johnson on Aug. 19 at 2 PM ET for practical lessons on aligning stakeholders, developing talent & building partnerships that sustain regional innovation.
👉 Sign up: surge.us-ignite.org
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🏙️ The SURGE initiative is built on the idea that regional innovation ecosystems need trust, good data practices, and meaningful community partnerships in order to succeed.
Our playbook demonstrates those principles in practice in several communities: us-ignite.org/tools/playbook…
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💡Board Member Spotlight: SURGE’s Co-Chair and VP for Commercialization and Translational Advancement at @UNC_Health_Care, @dedriccarter highlights the foundational elements required for long-term system success. 🌐surge.us-ignite.org
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💡SURGE Board Member Spotlight:
SURGE’s Co-Chair and Senior Fellow for National Investment and Readiness at @LeadForAmerica_, @CapitolCraig, underscores the importance of collaboration among regional coalitions.
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🌱 Learn more about SURGE: surge.us-ignite.org
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☀️This summer, US Ignite is launching a spotlight series highlighting the SURGE board!
Starting next week, hear these cross-sector leaders share insights on collaboration, funding pathways, and how to build lasting regional momentum.
surge.us-ignite.org
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🌡️A few years back Fort Benning had the highest rate of heat injuries among 250+ US military installations. Our Heat Risk Management app, IoT sensors and alerts provided real-time data to safety officers. Learn how we can help your military base: us-ignite.org/blogs/how-us-i…
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Join SURGE for practical lessons, funding strategies, and policy insights from experienced innovation and economic development leaders. Walk away with ideas you can apply in your own region.
🗓️ Tomorrow | 2 PM ET us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi… "
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Discover the power of #SURGE
🌟 Grounded in market research, our program offers regional coalitions a path to success with tailored support and peer learning. Let's redefine place-based investment environments together.
Are you ready to SURGE ahead? --> surge.us-ignite.org
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Join SURGE for Insights from the Field, our monthly webinar series featuring experienced leaders sharing practical strategies, funding insights, and lessons learned to help regions move from planning to action.
Register for the 7/22 2pm webinar at: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
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Final day tomorrow!⏰ Only 1 day left to apply for the AV Observation (AVO) Zone Challenge.
If your solution can detect and monitor autonomous vehicles in complex urban environments, submit your proposal before applications close on July 16.
us-ignite.org/avochallenge/
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Regional innovation hubs are playing an important role in sustainable economic development nationwide.
📄 US Ignite CEO @the_drnick explains why scaling investment and local capacity are essential for long-term regional growth. us-ignite.org/wp-content/upl…
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