Join a Thriving
Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
In Claremont California
Innovation, Collaboration, and Growth
Events for New Opportunities
Innovate Claremont hosts dynamic events that bring together entrepreneurs, industry leaders, regional government officials and academics. From networking mixers to workshops, and lectures, our events provide opportunities to exchange ideas, gain insights, and accelerate friendships to spark our collective breakthroughs.
Community Building for Visionaries
We aim to cultivate a thriving ecosystem in and around Claremont where startups, established businesses, academia, and regional government create synergies. Through creating a networked community, we aim to connect innovators with the resources and partnerships they need to succeed.
Knowledge Sharing for Innovation
Innovate Claremont empowers our community with expert-led talks, peer-to-peer learning, and a curated resource library. Our speaker series, and educational content ensure that our community stays ahead of industry trends and emerging opportunities.
Testimonials
"Big Things Happening"
"Great startups need great people. At Innovate Claremont, we’re bringing together talented folks and bold founders to make big things happen."
Molly Schmid
Consultant,
Small Business Development Center
"A Powerhouse"
"Claremont Innovate is a powerhouse for entrepreneurs. The connections, insights, and support here have been instrumental in driving real innovation to scale our growth."
Alex P. Founder
Founder, Ninestone Partners
"A Hub for Innovation"
"Our mission is simple but powerful: harness the experience of established and aspiring entrepreneurs and the creative energy of students at some of the top colleges in the country to transform Claremont into a vibrant hub of innovation."
Ron LaPierre
Executive Director, The Randall Lewis Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
"Shaping tomorrow now"
"Claremont Innovate: Integrating the wisdom and work of entrepreneurs, academics, students, and communities to transcend the present - transform our future."
Shamini Dias, Ph.D., Director Transdisciplinary Studies Program, Claremont Graduate University
Our Approach
At Innovate Claremont, we believe that innovation thrives at the intersection of collaboration, knowledge, and opportunity. We see the local community as a hub for cutting-edge growth companies in innovative sectors of the economy, a place where entrepreneurs find investors, hire exceptional talent, connect with mentors and experts, and establish and grow companies.
Sparking Innovation Through Connection
We believe innovation flourishes when diverse minds come together to share ideas and tackle challenges. Our events foster meaningful conversations and inspire action.
Community-Driven Collaboration
Innovation doesn’t happen in isolation. By building a supportive network of entrepreneurs, mentors, and experts, we create an environment where collaboration fuels growth.
Empowering Innovation Through Learning
The future belongs to those who stay ahead. We promote continuous learning, thought leadership, and access to cutting-edge insights, ensuring that our community is always ready to innovate, adapt, and lead.
News & Thought Leadership
Discover strategic insights and practical strategies to drive sustainable growth and elevate your business success.
We invite you to review our latest thought leadership blogs, articles, and resources.
Tapping Local Talent, Fueling Regional Growth
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Blog
July 02, 2025•3 min read
Not just pretty: Building a campus design lab that matters
Fred Leichter Executive Director, the Hive Email: [email protected] Fred describes the Hive space, its flexibility and how they intentionally use and experiment with the space: "From... ...more
Blog
July 02, 2025•8 min read
The Half-Trillion Dollars of Enterprise Value Produced by Liberal Arts Colleges You’ve Never Heard Of
From Miles Bird, and the folks at StoryHouse Ventures: A summary of the success of Claremont Colleges alumni in creating startup ventures and raising money for them. "Claremont graduates rank among t... ...more
Blog
July 02, 2025•9 min read
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