US Ignite

We operate like a high-tech startup to deliver customized results for our military, community, academic, and startup partners.

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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: https://t.co/M8eQzlh3xU
Thanks to our partners: @DDOTDC | @SWBID | @UW | @GWtweets

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Anika Horn believes that everyone can be a storyteller, even if you don't think you are!
Discover how storytelling can help promote the exciting entrepreneurial and innovative activities happening in your area. Join us: https://t.co/mVLjd3pjF5

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Your region has stories worth telling. Help more people hear them.

Join US Ignite’s SURGE program and @AnikaHorn on Oct. 28 at 2 p.m. ET for a free workshop and conversation on storytelling for innovation ecosystems and regional coalitions.

Register: https://t.co/mVLjd3pjF5

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Are you interested in using tech to solve real-world challenges? US Ignite is looking for talented folks to join our team! We are currently hiring for 3 positions:
*Developer
*Technical Program Manager, Smart Utilities
*Senior IoT Developer
Learn more at: https://t.co/QgCQjymECY

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🗓️ Save the date: November 12 | 2pm ET
Dr. Gwen Shaffer will discuss a new tool she is developing alongside City of Long Beach and Carnegie Mellon University to help people get a clearer picture of what data connected tech collect about them 🤳 https://t.co/d5f407sDZO

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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: https://t.co/pTVXd2iDkK

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How can communities learn from DigitalC’s broadband success? CEO, Joshua Edmonds joined a US Ignite Communities call to share how @DigitalC_org overcame setbacks+skepticism to build a replicable community broadband model.
📽️ Watch or read the highlights: https://t.co/MeMJ5BO2Kn

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A new case study from the @OCUDU_EF spotlights how an open 5G stack enables low-latency, application aware network services. Exciting to see this project from @powder_wireless @UUtah demonstrate what’s possible with real-world OCUDU deployments! https://t.co/s6Vi2hnwrW

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Join SURGE and @NGINetwork on Wed Oct 7 at 2pm. Come learn about NGIN's new Regional Engagement for Tech-Based Economic Development Action Guide. You will have a chance to ask the co-PI's your questions directly! https://t.co/S8X8B9wZmm

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Regional innovation competitiveness relies not only on research, but on the effective deployment of technologies – proving ideas can work beyond the lab 🧪
Read 4 case studies on how to develop compelling narratives to attract federal investment:
https://t.co/pTVXd2iDkK

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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: https://t.co/Gzrg8w1Orx

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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: https://t.co/hvixTqThzv

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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: https://t.co/Gzrg8w1Orx

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@DigitalC_org 's Joshua Edmonds join us tomorrow at 2pm ET and you're invited to participate! Register at: https://t.co/eJeE5ZWOvk
🛜From Cleveland to Detroit: What’s Next for DigitalC
Come learn and share insights on advancing connectivity in communities.

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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-> https://t.co/uyRpSWYyV9

@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: https://t.co/SAY0IJqYGa

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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: https://t.co/JE8ggdyRsX

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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: https://t.co/SAY0IJqqQC

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💡Board Member Spotlight: @atrueblood, CEO of https://t.co/RZ0u67lTYT, shares advice for building strong regional coalitions through both trusted relationships and lasting institutional partnerships. 🤝

🔗Learn more about SURGE: https://t.co/SAY0IJqYGa

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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: https://t.co/P5f9GYNlaP