Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest
We contribute to economic and community development as the champion of innovation and entrepreneurship in Northwest Indiana.
Spark Series
Enjoy short, documentary-style video interviews with local entrepreneurs and innovators that bring real-world business and innovation concepts to life for students. Each episode includes a Spark Lesson discussion guide and a short classroom activity designed for single class periods.
Ask An Innovator
This online knowledge marketplace offers a direct connection to entrepreneurs and innovation leaders. Whether you’re a student, teacher, founder or business owner, Ask an Innovator Marketplace lets you book virtual sessions with experienced innovators for LIVE feedback, stories and advice.
Celebrating Northwest Indiana's innovators!
Since 2005, the Society of Innovators annual awards focus on the spirit of creativity and ingenuity by discovering, honoring, and celebrating innovators from across the seven-county region of Northwest Indiana. Dedicated to the idea that anyone can be an innovator, the Society recognizes that innovation is the key to 21st Century competitiveness.
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
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.
News and Announcements
Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest to Host Regional Youth Innovation Experience
The Society of Innovators at PNW will host the SPARK Summit, a one-day youth innovation and entrepreneurship experience designed for high school students from across Northwest Indiana.
Society of Innovators releases Spark Series video lessons
The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest has announced the release of the full first season of its Spark Series, a free, classroom-ready video learning library designed to introduce students to entrepreneurship, innovation and real-world problem-solving through the voices of local entrepreneurs and changemakers.
The Society of Innovators at Purdue Northwest has officially launched the Spark Series, a new video learning library designed to help students, educators and aspiring entrepreneurs learn directly from real-world innovators across Northwest Indiana.
Upcoming Events
May 02
The 2026 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.