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We are home to a worldwide network of cross-industry leaders driving innovation and new growth – representing small specialty companies, large global corporations, government labs, and universities.

Innovators Summit 2025
This event will bring together industry leaders and experts to address the key challenges and opportunities shaping the future of innovation. Discover strategies to boost innovation ROI, implement effective metrics, and seamlessly integrate sustainability into your innovation pipeline. Engage in discussions on preparing a future-ready workforce, aligning sustainability goals with innovation processes, and navigating evolving regulations and consumer expectations.
We are the Innovation Research Interchange
A unique and dynamic collaborative atmosphere.
Our network of cross-industry leaders is as diverse as the value we create across all fields of industry. We advance the field of innovation management by generating contemporary practices that accelerate value creation. The IRI is a division of the National Association of Manufacturers.
Upcoming Events

Digitalization and AI Monthly Roundtable

Webinar: Transforming R&D: How Generative…

Sustainability Monthly Roundtable

IRI Workshop: How to accelerate your busi…

Innovating Value Monthly Roundtable

Webinar: Navigating Extended Producer Res…
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Strategic Search and Absorptive Capacity
Recent Discussions

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We’re offering a full year of great events in 2025!
Check out our calendar for our upcoming 2025 Innovators Summit, Professional Development, Roundtables, Thought Leader Interviews, RTM In Their Own Words, and CTO discussions
Events CalendarThe boldest and brightest minds are here at IRI.
It’s time you were too!
Participate in the leading interchange where resources are utilized to flourish through ever-changing conditions. Our immersive experiences excite innovation leaders in all roles and career phases.
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