Member highlights over the years

From tech startups and biotech ventures to clean energy concepts and robotics projects, the Center has supported hundreds of companies and research collaborations. It has helped attract venture capital, supported workforce development, and created countless opportunities for students to engage directly with innovation and entrepreneurship.

“Happy 10th anniversary, Innevation Center!”

Video testimonials from members, partners, alumni and collaborators who have been impacted and had their careers shaped by the University of Nevada, Reno Innevation Center.

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Technology pioneers and creative problem solvers

Stories that explore the impact of our members, who are shaping the future of Nevada’s innovation economy.

Mridul Gautam and Brian Sandoval hold a Wolf Pack rug and a in front of an illuminated "10 years" sign.
From napkin sketch to innovation powerhouse

The University’s Innevation Center has spent the last decade turning bold ideas into real-world impact

Open office space at the UNR Innevation Center with several individuals working at desks. There is a celebratory banner marking "10 Years of Innovation from 2015-2025."
Reflecting on nearly a decade of growth, connection and impact at the University’s Innevation Center

Former business manager Ania Calvillo-Mason talks about memorable moments and future opportunities for innovation, entrepreneurship

Several people working on various projects at the UNR Innevation Center workshop, celebrating 10 years of innovation.
From Reno roots to international reach

Daniel Price shares how the Innevation Center helped launch two companies, build global connections

Several professionals working in UNR's Innovation Center's co-working space, including two soundproof office phone booths. A banner celebrates "10 Years of Innovation."
Building visibility around her personal and business brand

Innevation Center member Lindsay Bradley celebrates six years in business

UNR's Innevation Center Ideation Conference Room with people gathered around a conference table and looking at a presentation screen.
Shaping Reno’s startup scene at the Innevation Center

EDAWN’s Doug Erwin shares how this community space has sparked big ideas, lasting connections and a few fun memories along the way

Person smiling in front of a backdrop with multiple Innovation Center logos and the text "Happy anniversary Innovation Center."
Ira M. Gostin talks about his many roles and connections in and with the University's Innevation Center

The veteran marketer and investor relations advisor is forging new partnerships and greater connectivity with the community

Person holding a device in the UNR Innevation Center Makerspace, with two colleagues working in the background.
'If you have a project that you want to turn into a business ... estimate that everything will take ~10x longer than you expect'

Former Innevation Center resident and mechanical engineering alumnus Joe Hill talks about his startup journey

Makerspace textile lab in the UNR Innevation Center.
From New York to Reno: Connected Future Labs relocated its headquarters to the Innevation Center

Resident Sean Montgomery talks about his company's growing success due to University connections, entrepreneurs in the tech scene and a makerspace

The main room of the Makerspace at the UNR Innevation Center.
'Success and progress are rarely solo journeys'

Innevation Center resident and managing director of gener8tor-Reno, Jessica Halsey talks about the value of community engagement

Innevation Center Summit Conference Room with people sitting and standing, engaged in coversation.
'The greatest time in history to do a startup'

Recent Sontag winner, kinesiology student, Innevation Center member and start-up co-founder Jonathan Berrien shares insight to his success

UNR Innovation Center's Concept Cafe, featuring several individuals seated at desks with laptops, attending a presentation by three speakers at the front of the room.
The Innevation Center's incredible stories of growth and collaboration over the past 10 years

Former member Eric Kanagy shares insight into his company's success

The Makerspace Decompression Chamber in the Innevation Center with people staged around the room and the 10-year logo included.
Innevation Center celebrates 10 years of members, partners, alumni and collaborators

Long-term resident Matthew Starrett shares his journey of innovation and growth

UNR Innevation Center is celebrating 10 years, individuals in a high-tech workspace filled with gadgets and equipment.
Celebrating 10 years of impact: The University of Nevada, Reno’s Innevation Center

A decade of driving innovation and economic growth in Reno and beyond

Joseph Hill standing in front of tree.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Joseph Hill

Joseph Hill named as Innevation Center Member of January 2022

Profile headshot of Sean Montgomery.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Sean Montgomery

Sean Montgomery named as Innevation Center Member of December 2021

Mark Chasan headshot.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Mark Chasan

Mark Chasan named as Innevation Center Member of November 2021

AJ Davis headshot.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - AJ Davis

AJ Davis named as Innevation Center Member of October 2021

Nathan Allen headshot.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Nathan Allen

Nathan Allen named as Innevation Center Member of September 2021

Rick Warner headshot.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Rick Warner

Rick Warner named as Innevation Center Member of August 2021

Josh Chang.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Josh Chang

Josh Chang named as Innevation Center Member of July 2021

Lorne Smith headshot.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Lorne Smith

Lorne Smith named as Innevation Center Member of June 2021

Sandy Rowley headshot.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Sandy Rowley

Sandy Rowley named as Innevation Center Member of May 2021

Rick Winfield headshot.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Rick Winfield

Rick Winfield named as Innevation Center Member of April 2021

Jim Sacherman.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Jim Sacherman

Jim Sacherman named as Innevation Center Member of March 2021

Tom Simpkins.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Tom Simpkins

Tom Simpkins named as Innevation Center Member of February 2021

Kerry Thompson.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Kerry Thompson

Kerry Thompson named as Innevation Center Member of January 2021

Ron Justin.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Ron Justin

Ron Justin named as Innevation Center Member of August 2020

Madeleine Burke.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Madeleine Burke

Madeleine Burke named as Innevation Center Member of July 2020

Jeff Saling.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Jeff Saling

Jeff Saling named as Innevation Center Member of June 2020

Gene Wong.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Gene Wong

Gene Wong named as Innevation Center Member of May 2020

Mark Anderson.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Mark Anderson

Mark Anderson named as Innevation Center Member of December 2019

Mark Genung.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Mark Genung

Mark Genung named as Innevation Center Member of November 2019

Julie Arsenault smiling.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Julie Arsenault

Julie Arsenault named as Innevation Center Member of October 2019

Matt Starrett working on a computer.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Matt Starrett

Matt Starrett named as Innevation Center Member of September 2019

Matt Starrett in front of the Concept Cafe.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Matt Starrett

Matt Starrett named as Innevation Center Member of January 2018

Jumpstarter
Innevation Center Member Highlight - NV Jumpstarter

NV Jumpstarter founders named as Innevation Center Members of September 2017

Sheila Bunch
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Sheila Bunch

Sheila Bunch named as Innevation Center Member of June 2017

Matt Starrett working on his computer.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Matt Starrett

Craig Vincze named as Innevation Center Member of March 2017

Craig Vincze.
Innevation Center Member Highlight - Craig Vincze

Craig Vincze named as Innevation Center Member of February 2017