The LaunchPad INW Annual Innovation Summit is the premier gathering for innovators, industry leaders, and key stakeholders driving the Inland Northwest’s innovation economy. This dynamic event brings together entrepreneurs, higher education researchers, STEM programs, research institutions, investors, business leaders, subject matter experts, entrepreneur support organizations, and policymakers—all committed to fostering a thriving regional innovation ecosystem.

Why A Regional Approach?

Connecting the innovation ecosystem assets across the Inland Northwest region creates a powerful, collaborative model that amplifies regional strengths and drives economic growth. From a geographic standpoint, the region includes but is not limited to Spokane, Spokane Valley, Liberty Lake, Coeur d’Alene, Post Falls, Sandpoint, Colville, Tri-Cities, Walla Walla Pullman, Moscow, Wenatchee, Yakima and the surrounding areas.