Innovation Incubator
We harness collective experience and resources to uncover, guide, and accelerate digital infrastructure innovation for startups
Mision
The Innovation Committee embodies the spirit of Infrastructure Masons: “Connect, Grow, Give Back.” Our mission for 2025 is clear—”Every Innovation is Realized.” Through strategic activities and collaboration, we provide a platform for members and partners to shape the future of the digital infrastructure industry.
Vision
Members can showcase their innovations, access tailored workshops, and share expertise through podcasts or leadership opportunities. Partners can elevate their brand with exclusive campaigns, collaborate on future-focused solutions, and enjoy complimentary access to the Innovation Incubator and Showcase.
Santiago Suinaga
CEO, Infrastructure Masons
Past work with participants
Dalton Flory
The Innovation Committee embodies the spirit of Infrastructure Masons: "Connect, Grow, Give Back." Our mission for 2025 is clear—"Every Innovation is Realized."
Anna Bernas-Kelly
The Innovation Committee embodies the spirit of Infrastructure Masons: "Connect, Grow, Give Back." Our mission for 2025 is clear—"Every Innovation is Realized."
Jason Carter
The Innovation Committee embodies the spirit of Infrastructure Masons: "Connect, Grow, Give Back." Our mission for 2025 is clear—"Every Innovation is Realized."
Melanie Holguin
The Innovation Committee embodies the spirit of Infrastructure Masons: "Connect, Grow, Give Back." Our mission for 2025 is clear—"Every Innovation is Realized."
Program Details
Who is it for
Are you an entrepreneur with a growing business or an innovative startup? We’re excited to announce that applications for our Incubator Program are now open! If you’re looking for support to take your venture to the next level, we want to hear from you.
What they gain
We are creating a platform to turn ideas into reality, aligned with the Sustainability Framework and in collaboration with the Climate Accord. Supporting innovators at every stage—from start-ups to established businesses—we aim to deliver real value to the industry by driving progress toward sustainability goals.
How it works
This platform helps innovative and sustainable projects find their place, tackles problem areas hindered by conventions or funding gaps, and fosters radical collaboration. Connect with peers, brainstorm ideas, and develop tailored solutions to meet the industry’s evolving challenges.
Current Startups + Spotlights
"It embodies everything the innovation we are implementing in our startup"
Agostinho Vella
Founder & CEO
EQUINIX
"It embodies everything the innovation we are implementing in our startup"
Agostinho Vella
Founder & CEO
EQUINIX
"It embodies everything the innovation we are implementing in our startup"
Agostinho Vella
Founder & CEO
EQUINIX
"It embodies everything the innovation we are implementing in our startup"
Agostinho Vella
Founder & CEO
EQUINIX
Dragons Den
Dragons’ Den meets Shark Tank… iMasons-style! At Datacloud Cannes, innovation took center stage during our 10x Innovation Prize Pitch, where three startups competed in a high-stakes showdown judged by four industry powerhouses.
The Format:
- 3 Startups
- 4 Dragons
- 3 Minutes to Pitch
- 10 Minutes of Q&A
- 5 Minutes for the audience to “invest” their digital coins
Members of our iMasons community became investors for the day, casting their support through digital coins and deciding who would walk away with the win.
2025 startups:
Clear Decisions – represented by Maximilian Weidl
OctaiPipe – pitched by George Hancock
RE24 – led by Dhanushka Tennakoon
2025 dragons:
Dean Nelson, Founder, Infrastructure Masons and Cato Digital
Princina Stone, Lead, Regulatory Management, Google
Dr. Julie M. Albright, Lecturer, University of Southern California, and acclaimed tech author
Jonathan Freegard, Sr. Solutions Director, Wesco
And the crowd-favorite? OctaiPipe took the prize! Their edge-AI platform won the hearts and investments of our member community.
Huge thanks to our sponsor Wesco Anixter, and to everyone who joined us for this energetic, idea-fueled moment. The passion for digital infrastructure innovation is real and growing.