US Ignite
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| US Ignite | |
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| NIST Sector | Education |
| GICS Industrial | Nonprofit"Nonprofit" is not in the list (Energy, Materials, Capital Goods, Commercial & Professional Services, Transportation, Automobiles & Components, Consumer Durables & Apparel, Consumer Services, Retailing, Food & Staples Retailing, ...) of allowed values for the "Has industry" property. |
| Business type | "Public-Private Partnership" is not in the list (Sole proprietorship, Partnership, Nonprofit, Other, Federal Government, State Government, Local Government, Public, Employee Owned, Private, ...) of allowed values for the "Has biztype" property. |
| Year Founded | 2012 |
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| City, State | Washington, D.C. |
| Country | United States |
| Region Served | National"National" is not in the list (Worldwide, Country, State, Local) of allowed values for the "Has area served" property. |
| Executives | Nick Maynard |
| Revenue | $5M€ 4.4 <br />£ 3.7 <br />CA$ 6.35 <br />CNY 31.65 <br />KRW 6.127 <br /> |
| Number of employees | 50 |
| Sponsorship Level | Sponsor |
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US Ignite is a nonprofit organization based in Washington, D.C., dedicated to fostering the development and deployment of next-generation applications and services that leverage advanced networking technologies. Founded in 2012, US Ignite operates as a public-private partnership, bringing together government agencies, research institutions, industry leaders, and local communities to drive technological innovation and build smart, connected communities across the United States.
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Details
Strategic Initiative #1: Foster Technology Innovation
- US Ignite actively encourages and supports technology innovation by collaborating with industry partners, research institutions, and local communities.
- The organization facilitates the creation and adoption of cutting-edge applications that utilize advanced networks, such as 5G, Internet of Things (IoT), and gigabit broadband.
- Through innovation challenges, hackathons, and workshops, US Ignite promotes the development of transformative solutions that address societal challenges and improve the quality of life.
Strategic Initiative #2: Drive Community Collaboration
- US Ignite serves as a catalyst for community collaboration, bringing together stakeholders from academia, government, industry, and nonprofits.
- The organization facilitates partnerships and knowledge-sharing to address community needs and leverage technological advancements for social and economic benefit.
- US Ignite supports the formation of local innovation ecosystems, enabling communities to implement smart city initiatives, education programs, and digital inclusion efforts.
Strategic Initiative #3: Promote Digital Equity and Inclusion
- US Ignite recognizes the importance of digital equity and inclusion in building thriving communities.
- The organization advocates for policies and initiatives that bridge the digital divide and ensure equal access to technology and its benefits for all individuals and communities.
- US Ignite actively collaborates with underserved communities, providing resources, training, and support to promote digital literacy, entrepreneurship, and economic opportunity.