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Innovation Works

Innovation Works

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvaniainnovationworks.org

Overview

Innovation Works is the largest seed stage investor in Southwestern Pennsylvania and one of the most active in the country. They are dedicated to serving growth-focused tech entrepreneurs throughout the Pittsburgh region to create jobs and wealth and to see their startup community thrive . Innovation Works invests capital, business expertise, and other resources into high-potential companies with the greatest likelihood for regional economic impact .

Year Founded

1999

Portfolio Companies

109

Investments

Innovation Works investments
CompanyDateStageLead
HeadStrait LabsJul 2026SeedCo-investor
HexemBioApr 2026SeedCo-investor
Wood Wide AIMar 2026SeedCo-investor
BlastPointFeb 2026Series ACo-investor
Carbonara AppFeb 2026AcceleratorCo-investor

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SeedSeries ASeries BGrowth

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Firmographic Details

HeadquartersPittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Year Founded1999

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