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How BMI OrganBank Is Changing the Kidney Transplant Equation

In a lesser recognized pocket of the Innovation Quarter, there’s a knot of research buildings forming one of the world’s foremost hubs of regenerative medicine. Here, both academic and commercial parties have formed a neighborhood of regenerative medicine—research that focuses on healing or restoring tissue…

Crowds gather at the Coal Pit Live concert held in the Innovation Quarter's coal pit.

Community, Ecosystem, Lifestyle

Top Fall Patios in Winston-Salem

As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisper, savoring the beauty of fall in downtown Winston-Salem is an absolute delight. The Innovation Quarter, nestled in the heart of this vibrant North Carolina city, offers a selection of restaurants and cafes with outdoor…

Diversity & Inclusion, Ecosystem, Entrepreneurship

Dr. Kathryn Callahan: Celebrating Women in STEM

In the realm of healthcare and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), there are individuals whose steadfast commitment and innovative thinking have the potential to impact the lives of countless people. Located in Winston-Salem’s Innovation Quarter, Dr. Kate Callahan, a geriatrician, educator and researcher, aims…

Ray Mitchell poses in front of SparqTM sign

Community, Ecosystem, Entrepreneurship

Made for You Media’s Return to The Innovation Quarter

Meet Ray Mitchell: an agency owner who knows the hustle behind running a small business and is fast making Bailey Power Plant home. In 2010, Ray embarked on his entrepreneurial journey under a different name, laying the foundation for what would eventually become Made for You Media.…

ACCESS mentors chat about ways to support Winston-Salem's startup ecosystem and minority-owned startups

Community, Ecosystem, Entrepreneurship

How To Find a Business Mentor

Are you tired of feeling like you’re constantly running in circles with your business? Do you know what you want but need help figuring out how to get there? Fear not, fellow startup entrepreneurs! The Innovation Quarter (iQ) is here to help guide you on…

Community, Ecosystem

Center for Healthcare Innovation Unites Research and Care

Imagine a world where groundbreaking medical research doesn't languish in journals but swiftly transforms into tangible, life-altering care for patients. Picture a place where innovation thrives, not in isolation, but at the intersection of academia and clinical practice. Step into the realm of the Center…

Entrepreneurs and community members at a shared workspace in Sparq's coworking space in the Innovation Quarter

Ecosystem, Entrepreneurship

Support Orgs Boosting Startup Speed in The Innovation Quarter

The Innovation Quarter (iQ) in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is a thriving and vibrant hub for entrepreneurs and small businesses. With its mix of universities, research institutions, entrepreneurs and corporate headquarters, the iQ offers a unique environment for startups to develop and succeed. Many new business…

Aerial view of Biotech Place and 525 Vine and Night

Ecosystem, Entrepreneurship

Brinter’s 3D Bio-Implants in Winston-Salem

A ground-breaking American company with Finnish roots is revolutionizing the field of orthopedic implants—and has become a quintessential member of Innovation Quarter’s burgeoning RegenMed Hub. Brinter, originally established as a 3D printing company, has transitioned to focus on cartilage applications and aims to disrupt the…

Community, Ecosystem, Entrepreneurship

5 Networking Tips For Small Business Owners

Networking plays a pivotal role in the success of small businesses and entrepreneurship. It represents a strategic endeavor focused on forging and nurturing profound connections with individuals and organizations within and beyond one's industry. Numerous networking opportunities abound; all it takes is a proactive approach…

Ecosystem, Entrepreneurship

Opportunities Innovation Quarter’s Startup Ecosystem Offers

Sparq™, a startup and small business launchpad, is transforming what it’s like to live and work in Winston-Salem’s Innovation Quarter and amplifying the ways in which the city holds its own in helping startups scale. From connecting businesses to the right resources to growing the…

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