Featuring San Diego’s innovation stories
Welcome To The Springboard Corner This is your go-to spot for the latest achievements in the life sciences and high-tech startups sphere. Here, we shine a light on the trailblazers and innovators who’ve journeyed through Connect’s Springboard Program. Dive in...
SAN DIEGO, Oct. 20, 2025 — Connect, a premier nonprofit organization in San Diego’s innovation ecosystem dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs and cultivating thriving life science and technology communities, is kicking off IDEA Week by bringing added attention to one of...
SAN DIEGO, October 13, 2025 — Connect, a premier nonprofit organization in San Diego’s innovation ecosystem dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs and cultivating thriving life science and technology communities, announced today that Tre Braquet has been named Chief Brand & Engagement...
SAN DIEGO, September 22, 2025 — Connect, the premier nonprofit organization in San Diego’s innovation ecosystem, dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs and cultivating thriving life science and technology communities, announced today the appointment of Gretel von Son as Chief Operating Officer....
Welcome To The Springboard Corner This is your go-to spot for the latest achievements in the life sciences and high-tech startups sphere. Here, we shine a light on the trailblazers and innovators who’ve journeyed through Connect’s Springboard Program. Dive in...
Welcome To The Springboard Corner This is your go-to spot for the latest achievements in the life sciences and high-tech startups sphere. Here, we shine a light on the trailblazers and innovators who’ve journeyed through Connect’s Springboard Program. Dive in...
SAN DIEGO, August 4, 2025 — Connect, the premier nonprofit organization in the San Diego innovation ecosystem established 40 years ago to cultivate life science and tech innovation communities, today announced the appointment of James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, as...
Carlsbad’s reputation as a vibrant innovation hub is no secret. The city’s mix of healthtech, advanced manufacturing, and consumer brands reflects its deep roots in research, design, and entrepreneurship. Here’s a spotlight on ten innovative companies shaping Carlsbad’s future: Cutting-Edge...
Welcome To The Springboard Corner This is your go-to spot for the latest achievements in the life sciences and high-tech startups sphere. Here, we shine a light on the trailblazers and innovators who’ve journeyed through Connect’s Springboard Program. Dive in...
Oceanside isn’t just a beach town—it’s a growing hotspot for innovation across life sciences, clean energy, manufacturing, and consumer products. These forward-thinking companies are building the future from the coast, making an impact locally and globally. Pioneering Companies in Oceanside...
Welcome To The Springboard Corner This is your go-to spot for the latest achievements in the life sciences and high-tech startups sphere. Here, we shine a light on the trailblazers and innovators who’ve journeyed through Connect’s Springboard Program. Dive in...
Escondido is carving out a space in North County San Diego’s innovation landscape, with a growing community of entrepreneurs, startups, and mission-driven companies transforming industries—from clean energy and health tech to e-commerce and manufacturing. With strong municipal support and a...
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