A collection of regional initiatives designed to strengthen the Inland Empire
Entrepreneurship & Founder Ecosystem
01
AI & Workforce Development
02
Civic Innovation & Public Leadership
03
Media, Stories & Community
04
Innovation District
05
Research, Capital & Economic Development
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Our vision is to establish the Inland Empire as one of America's leading regions for innovation, entrepreneurship, workforce development, and technology over the next generation.
One Region.
One Movement.
Unlimited Opportunity.
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Entrepreneurship & Founder Ecosystem
The Inland Innovation Initiative is committed to building one of the nation's strongest regional startup ecosystems by supporting entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey. Success isn't measured by ideas alone—it's measured by companies launched, jobs created, capital attracted, and long-term economic impact.
Startups Launched — 100+
Jobs Created — 10,000+
Capital Connected — $1B+
Founder Mentors — 1,000+
Cities Engaged — 50+
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AI & Workforce Development
Artificial intelligence is transforming every industry, creating unprecedented opportunities for regions prepared to lead.
Our workforce initiatives prepare students, educators, professionals, businesses, and public leaders with the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to thrive in an AI-powered economy. By connecting education with industry, we're helping develop the next generation of talent across the Inland Empire.
70
+
K–12
School
Districts
30
+
Higher Ed.
Institutions
100,000
+
Students
Impacted
50,000
+
Professionals
Upskilled
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Civic Innovation & Public Leadership
Innovation is strongest when public institutions, universities, businesses, and community organizations work together.
We partner with cities, counties, educational institutions, and regional leaders to strengthen economic development, explore emerging technologies, and create collaborative solutions that improve quality of life throughout the Inland Empire.
52
Cities
Connected
250+
Innovation
Projects
30+
Higher Ed.
Partners
500+
Regional
Partners
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01
BUILD
Building Companies. Creating Opportunity.
We empower entrepreneurs, strengthen the regional startup ecosystem, and create pathways for innovation to become lasting economic impact throughout the Inland Empire.
Includes:
• Inland Founder Studio
• Capital Connect
• Innovation District
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02
TRAIN
Preparing the Workforce of Tomorrow.
We equip students, professionals, educators, and organizations with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in an AI-powered economy through education, workforce development, and industry collaboration.
Includes:
• Logistics-to-AI Academy
• Digital Media & Storytelling Academy
• AI Fellows
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TELL
Changing the Narrative of the Inland Empire.
We celebrate the people, ideas, and organizations shaping our region through storytelling, media, events, and community engagement that inspire innovation and regional pride.
Includes:
• IE Futures
• Regional Impact Studio
• Inland Innovation Summit
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Inland Empire?
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