​iO Associates are proud to be sponsoring the Philadelphia Open Innovation Tournament, taking place October 25 – 26 at Racquet Club of Philadelphia.

Inspired by the framework developed by Profs. Karl Ulrich and Christian Terwiesch at UPenn, the tournament brings together diverse minds to solve real-world challenges through friendly competition.

Over two intense days, 200 innovators will demonstrate the power of human creativity amplified by AI tools. From rapid ideation to prototype development, participants will push the boundaries of what's possible when technology serves human ingenuity. 7 finalists will then head through to Day 2.

As a business built on connecting ambitious talent with organisations at the forefront of progress, iO Associates is proud to support an event that reflects our values of innovation, collaboration, and future-focused thinking.

We look forward to seeing the breakthroughs that emerge from this exciting competition, and to celebrating the impact of human potential when amplified by technology.

Enter Today

Join Philadelphia's most forward-thinking entrepreneurs for an experience that will reshape how you think about innovation, competition, and the role of AI in building the future.

Here's what awaits the winners:

·       💰 Up to $100,000 in AWS cloud credits to scale your technology

·       🚀 $25,000 seed investment opportunities with NextFab Ventures

·       ⚖️ Free incorporation and legal services through Gust Launch

·       🎯 Startup acceleration programs and CEO mentoring

·       🤝 Direct access to Philadelphia's top VCs and angel investors

Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or taking your first steps into innovation, you'll leave with new skills, valuable connections, and a deeper understanding of what it takes to turn ideas into impact.