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Mi2 METALS INNOVATION SEARCH 2023

Join us in driving the future of the metals industry!
Your innovation could shape the future of sustainability, advanced manufacturing, end-of-life recycling, and workforce development in the metals industry.

ABOUT THE INITIATIVE

MISSION

The Metals Innovation Initiative (MI2) is a bold, industry-led initiative based in Kentucky with a mission to revolutionize the future of the metals industry. By providing an executive platform for collaboration, we aim to attract and promote advanced research, foster environmental sustainability, stimulate commercialization, and drive talent development in Kentucky’s metals industry.

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ALL STAGE INNOVATIONS

Our Call for Innovations 2023 is an open invitation for trailblazers and disruptors from across the country. We're seeking innovations from all stages – from budding ideas to established, revenue-generating companies. The focus is on transformative contributions in environmental sustainability, end-of-life recycling, advanced manufacturing, and workforce development.

Mi2 Inaugural Annual Conference

"FACTORY OF THE FUTURE"

September 5-6/ Louisville, KY

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

Grace Montrose

MARIA ZUBER 

Vice President for Research, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
A leading figure in research and technology for sustainability, Maria co-chaired the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST), appointed by President Biden in 2021. She is the first woman to head a science department at MIT and led NASA's planetary mission.
Grace Montrose

JAI SUNDARARAMAN 

Chief Transformation Officer, Intertape Polymer Group
As a driving force behind organizational change and innovation, Jai brings over 15 years of experience from Dell Inc. He held leadership positions in Product Engineering, Lean Transformation/Manufacturing, and Acquisition Integration. His extensive experience in coaching and mentoring lean change agents and executives drives transformation.
Grace Montrose

BILL GOOD 

Vice President of Manufacturing, GE Appliances

With 35 years of experience, including at Tri-Glass, Charbroil, Whirlpool, and now as Vice President of Manufacturing at GE Appliances, Bill is a visionary on the manufacturing landscape. His expertise in supply chain management makes him a true industry expert.
The Metals Innovation Initiative (MI2) is a bold, industry-led initiative based in Kentucky with a mission to revolutionize the future of the metals industry. By providing an executive platform for collaboration, we aim to attract and promote advanced research, foster environmental sustainability, stimulate commercialization, and drive talent development in Kentucky’s metals industry.

Our Call for Innovations 2023 is an open invitation for trailblazers and disruptors from across the country. We're seeking innovations from all stages – from budding ideas to established, revenue-generating companies. The focus is on transformative contributions in environmental sustainability, end-of-life recycling, advanced manufacturing, and workforce development.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

INVESTMENT

Have the opportunity to secure an investment for your innovative idea or project.

PILOT YOUR INNOVATION

Be able to pilot your innovation with an MI2 member company, providing valuable real-world testing and feedback.

GAIN EXPOSURE

Gain exposure to industry leaders, potential partners, and stakeholders in the metals industry.

IMPACT

Contribute to advancing the metals industry, specifically in the realms of environmental sustainability, recycling, advanced manufacturing, and workforce development.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

INVESTMENT

Have the opportunity to secure an investment for your innovative idea or project.

PILOT YOUR INNOVATION

Be able to pilot your innovation with an MI2 member company, providing valuable real-world testing and feedback.

GAIN EXPOSURE

Gain exposure to industry leaders, potential partners, and stakeholders in the metals industry.

IMPACT

Contribute to advancing the metals industry, specifically in the realms of environmental sustainability, recycling, advanced manufacturing, and workforce development.

CALL FOR INNOVATIONS

  MI2 is seeking innovations that can provide substantial benefit to its member companies including, but not limited to, the areas of environmental sustainability, end-of-life recycling, advanced manufacturing, and workforce development. MI2 will welcome innovations from anywhere in the country and will consider any innovation, from an idea to a revenue generating company. Applicants who are selected will be invited to pitch a panel in Louisville in September and will have the opportunity to secure an investment and, a pilot project with an MI2 member company.

DEADLINES

Submission Period: Jun 13 - Aug 15, 2023
Pitch for Finalists: Sep 5, 2023

OUR PARTNERS

We're proud to be working with a diverse group of industry leaders who share our vision
for advancing the metals industry. These are the innovative organizations supporting the
MI2 Call for Innovations 2023:

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs):

MI2 is seeking innovations that can benefit one or more of our members. These benefits could come through operational efficiency, new metallurgical innovations, sustainability innovations, or innovations that MI2 has not even contemplated.

You do not need to have formed a company to apply.
MI2 nor its partners will have any rights or claim to your idea if you apply. If you proceed in the process, then contractual arrangements will be disclosed prior to any commitments.

MI2 nor its partners will sign a confidential disclosure agreement. The number of applications which we are anticipating would not allow us to sign confidentiality agreements.

When you submit the application, the descriptions of your company will be listed on the MI2 Konexons website. So,you should not disclose any confidential information in the descriptions.
MI2 is committed to assisting in the commercialization of innovations that can move our industry forward. By applying you will be exposing your idea to a network of individuals who are committed to commercializing innovations. By submitting your idea to this challenge, if you are selected, you will have the opportunity to pilot your product or service with one or more of our member companies and you could potentially be eligible for investment from one of our partner investors.

Patrick Dionisio is the Project Manager and Investment Analyst for Konexons and is our primary point of contact for this effort. You can contact him at pdionisio@konexons.com

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Bowling Green, KY 42101

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