Impact Riverside County

05/26/2026

What an amazing achievement for the City of Murrieta - City Government 🙌🥳

➡️ Murrieta Receives National Economic Development Award for Murrieta Innovation Center

Read the Press Release below or linked here: https://business.murrietachamber.org/pressreleases/Details/murrieta-receives-national-economic-development-award-for-murrieta-innovation-center-334394

05/26/2026

🎉 We are happy to announce that the City of Murrieta Economic Development team has received a national recognition from Business Facilities Magazine, for their work on the Murrieta Innovation Center! 👏

This is awarded to agencies who demonstrate success in advancing economic growth, including efforts related to business attraction and retention, workforce development, infrastructure investment, support for entrepreneurs and emerging industries, and overall community impact.

Congratulations, and thank you for your tireless dedication to our City!

05/14/2026

And that's a wrap on a successful 9th Annual Innovation Month!

Read full press release here: https://business.murrietachamber.org/pressreleases/Details/riverside-county-closes-out-9th-annual-innovation-month-with-successful-fast-pitch-finale-global-startup-advancement-332178

05/01/2026

06/02/2025

The energy was electric at the Riverside County Innovation Month Pitch Finale! 🔥

We witnessed an unforgettable evening of groundbreaking ideas, courageous pitches, and visionary entrepreneurship as top innovators from across the county competed for the grand prize. Ten finalists each took the stage with passion and purpose, sharing solutions that have the potential to shape the future of our region—and beyond.

These entrepreneurs courageously showcased their ventures and impressed the judges with their creativity, resilience, and drive. Their work truly embodies the spirit of innovation that Riverside County is proud to support.

And the moment you’ve all been waiting for.. a huge congratulations to our top 3:
3rd place: Carmine Minerals
2nd place: Super Foam
And the 1st place winner is GLID !!

In a very exciting turn of events, it was announced at the event that Martin Kleckner and Rosibel Ochoa with UCR and the Inland SoCal Accelerate Hub would contribute an ADDITIONAL $25k to each of the 1st and 2nd place winners. Wow!

We also extend our sincere thanks to our judges, agency partners, sponsors, and attendees for making this event such a resounding success. Your continued commitment to growing our startup ecosystem is what fuels progress and empowers local talent.

This year’s Innovation Month has shown us that the future is bright—and it’s being built right here in Riverside County. Let’s keep the momentum going! 💡🌟

05/29/2025

Exciting Update!
We are thrilled to share that the MIC is currently undergoing significant enhancements, including the addition of a wet lab, dry lab, and refreshed meeting and collaboration spaces. These improvements will further strengthen our ability to host exceptional events and support groundbreaking entrepreneurs and startups who are ready to make a meaningful impact.

We would love to stay in touch and explore opportunities to support your company’s entry or expansion into the Southern California market. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or to learn more about how the MIC can serve as your innovation gateway to the U.S.

Watch the video below for more information and to see the construction in process!

06/17/2024

Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting an Evening of Innovation! This special event was filled with inspired conversations and cutting-edge presentations from both local and international bio-tech and health-tech startups from the Murrieta Innovation Center. The energy was electric as entrepreneurs showcased their groundbreaking ideas and cutting-edge technologies, driving the future of healthcare and biotechnology.

Our presenting startups included:
• Burble Creativity, resented by Jay Goth
• Gattaco presented by Mahmoud Zubaidi
• Markbotix presented by Harout Markarian
• Murrieta Genomics presented by Jay Goth
• NeyroblastGX presented by Aynun Begum
• Swellter presented by Rebecca Driscoll
• TX Genetic Research presented by Helen Harrison

We were honored to have a keynote address by the Assistant Deputy Director for the California Office of the Small Business Advocate. The keynote provided invaluable insights into the current trends and future prospects of the biotech and health-tech industries, offering a wealth of knowledge and inspiration to all attendees.

This evening would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors. Thank you to the City of Murrieta, Abbott, Kaiser Permanente, and Loma Linda University Medical Center - Murrieta for their unwavering support and commitment to fostering innovation and growth within our community.

We also want to thank our partners for their collaboration and support: Impact Riverside County, InSoCal Connect, Murrieta Innovation Center, Murrieta/Wildomar Chamber of Commerce, America's SBDC - UC Riverside, and Tech Coast Angels Inland Empire.

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to making the Evening of Innovation a resounding success. We look forward to continuing our journey of innovation and excellence with all of you.

05/01/2024

Riverside County Innovation Month Fast Pitch Finale was a success!

Congrats to all who competed!
HexHomes Sustainable Developments, took first place and the grand prize of $12,000! The company focuses on creating and building homes that are both affordable and environmentally friendly.

Sisu VR claimed second place with a $5,000 prize. This business prioritizes a people-first policy while utilizing Virtual Reality to train employees on handling workplace emergencies and misconduct.

Oili took third place with a $3,000 prize. With this app, users can easily book oil changes from anywhere in CA, choosing between their workplace or home for the service.

04/23/2024

Unlock Your Potential with Leadership Southwest Riverside County!

Developed in partnership with Impact Riverside County and Mt. San Jacinto College Contract and Community Education, Leadership Southwest Riverside County is an 11 month comprehensive leadership program aimed at empowering individuals to drive positive change within their communities. A program designed to provide participants with a deep understanding of the history, dynamics, and challenges facing Southwest Riverside County that empowers individuals with the requisite professional development to catalyze meaningful change within the region.

The program runs from August 16, 2024 to June 20, 2025 on one Friday per month from 8:30am to 5:00pm.

To apply, candidates must complete an application form by May 31, 2024. Qualifying participants will be selected by a panel of business leaders. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gUcD8c2X

For questions and sponsorship opportunities, please contact [email protected]

04/19/2023

The Riverside County Innovation Month Fast Pitch Finale is set to take center stage on April 27, 11:30am-1:30pm at UCR ARTS in downtown Riverside. Winners from the regional fast pitch events will converge in a "Shark Tank" style competition that will be presented in front of a panel of judges who are business owners, elected officials, and venture capitalists. Special guest speaker Eric Eide, Managing Director, Alliance for SoCal Innovation, will discuss opportunities for startups and regional innovation advancement. To purchase tickets to this exciting lunch event, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/riverside-county-innovation-month-quick-pitch-finale-tickets-591891642837