The Idea Village has become one of the most important forces in the Gulf South for developing and retaining entrepreneurial talent. Based in New Orleans, the nonprofit was founded with a mission to id...
1) The Foundations: History and Early Infrastructure Atlanta’s tech roots go back decades. The city’s position as a transportation, logistics, and corporate headquarters hub created a foundation for e...
1) The Branding: Where “Silicon Bayou” Came From The nickname “Silicon Bayou” first appeared in the early 2010s as a playful twist on “Silicon Valley,” adapted to the bayou geography of Louisiana. It ...
The Ion District in Midtown Houston is a 16-acre innovation corridor that has quickly become the city’s epicenter for technology, creativity, and inclusive economic growth. Developed through a collabo...
In Baton Rouge, the Nexus Innovation Cup brought together some of the most promising startups in the South. At the center of the celebration was Encore CO₂, which captured first place and a $40,000 pr...