LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Greater Louisville Inc. (GLI) added to its array of budget solutions programs with the launch of InnoSolutions. Through the partnership with Render, GLI investors will receive a 10% discount on Render’s innovation services to be connected with start-ups throughout the nation to fill their contracting needs and address their challenges.“A strong innovation and start-up ecosystem are critical to the long-term success of our regional economy. GLI is thrilled to offer a new service specifically for our business community to help them access resources that are critical to growth and support start-ups,” said Sarah Davasher-Wisdom, president and CEO of GLI. “We are excited to work with Render, a long-term partner in our innovation work, to provide our investors with a new service that will help them innovate their processes, save them money and help them grow.”Through the program, GLI investors will work directly with Render, at a discounted rate, to connect with start-ups for contracting opportunities that can address their problems and challenges. Render will serve as a consultant, helping investors pinpoint their needs and using their networks to identify and connect with start-ups that can offer solutions. Some of the region’s largest corporations, middle-market companies, and nonprofits currently use these exclusive services. The work aligns with the start-up pillar of GLI’s NOW Louisville strategic plan, which aims to facilitate connections between up-and-coming businesses and existing corporations to build a stronger innovation and economic development ecosystem.InnoSolutions offers a wide range of services that can be selected individually or through engagement tiers and will help GLI investors unlock new ideas, execute programs and campaigns that create a positive impact, and integrate innovation best practices into all levels of their organizations. The program allows GLI investors to leverage the resources of a top-notch innovation studio to de-risk innovation. Render will offer services and custom-designed connections for individual investors based on their needs. Potential services to be filled by start-ups in Render’s network include:
- Assisting with updating digital infrastructure
- Creating roadmaps for innovation projects or a larger innovation strategy
- Designing branding materials to better engage stakeholders or customers
- Sourcing and design of startup solution pilots
- Sourcing and facilitation of fractional C-suite talent and other expertise
Businesses interested in participating in this program can click here to learn more.
