Partnerships
Collaborate to Drive Economic Prosperity
Our community thrives when entrepreneurs succeed in building businesses that bring economic prosperity, strong communities, and a regional culture of advancement.
Innovation Works thrives on partnerships with organizations that share our commitment to fostering innovation and driving economic growth. Whether you’re a corporation, university, government agency, or community organization, we offer a range of collaboration opportunities that create meaningful impact for startups and the region.
Ways to Collaborate
Sponsorship Opportunities
Support our programs, events, and initiatives and gain visibility as a champion of innovation in Southwestern Pennsylvania. Sponsorships help fund key activities like accelerators, workshops, and community outreach, ensuring startups have the resources they need to succeed.
JOINT PROGRAMS
Collaborate with us to develop programs or workshops that align with shared goals. From specialized accelerator tracks to industry-focused training, joint programs allow us to combine strengths and deliver greater value to startups.
RESEARCH COLLABORATIONS
Partner with our startups or programs on research projects that tackle pressing challenges or develop breakthrough technologies. By pooling resources, we can advance innovation and deliver transformative solutions.
RESOURCE SHARING
Contribute your facilities, expertise, or tools to support startup success. Whether it’s lab space, prototyping equipment, or access to your networks, shared resources can have a profound impact on growing businesses.
Benefits of Working with the Pittsburgh Startup Community
MUTUAL GROWTH
Collaborating with Innovation Works provides access to fresh ideas, cutting-edge technologies, and a pipeline of innovative startups ready to partner with your organization.
TALENT DEVELOPMENT
Engage with emerging talent from our startups and programs, creating opportunities to develop future leaders in your industry.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR)
Enhance your organization’s community impact by supporting initiatives that drive job creation and economic development in the region.
BRAND VISIBILITY
Gain recognition as a partner of one of the most active early-stage investors in the country. From event sponsorships to media opportunities, we’ll highlight your contributions to Pittsburgh’s tech ecosystem.
Together We Build Stronger Economic Opportunity
Carnegie Mellon University
Ranked No. 1 in fields like artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and software engineering, the university has routinely developed startups that enter the Innovation Works pipeline. CMU has also partnered with Innovation Works for the past seven years to host the AI & Robotics Venture Fair, the largest forum of its kind showcasing the most promising startups in the Mid-West and Mid-Atlantic regions.
Allegheny Health Network
Innovation Works partnered with Allegheny Health Network to create AlphaLab Health, an accelerator aimed at life sciences startups. Based at Allegheny General Hospital, it offers clinical mentorship and biosafety lab space to companies navigating the complexities of healthcare innovation.
PITTSBURGH ROBOTICS NETWORK
Through the Robotics Factory’s Create Summits, the Pittsburgh Robotics Network and Innovation Works bring together global leaders in agriculture and technology to develop innovative solutions.
Explore Partnership Opportunities
Let’s make a lasting impact on Pittsburgh’s tech ecosystem together. Contact us to explore opportunities for collaboration and see how your organization can help fuel the next generation of startups.
