Public Entities

Achieve the results you need. Implement emerging technologies to serve your citizens, scale your startup ecosystem, and lead your corporations to the forefront of innovation.

SOSA’s impact with public entities in numbers

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Governments
Corporates
Global Presence
We’ve worked with public entities across continents, cultures, and languages to bring economic and innovation growth.
Israel
Chile
Poland
Australia
Japan
Czech Republic
Singapore
Portugal
Spain
Costa Rica
Brazil
USA
Canada
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Innovation hubs

We’re experts at building innovation hubs. Together, we’ll establish vibrant hubs as collaborative platforms driving innovation and economic growth. By uniting startups, corporates, investors, government entities, and other stakeholders, we’ll foster dynamic ecosystems to tackle industry challenges and drive meaningful business outcomes.

With successful launches across Asia, America, and EMEA, targeting diverse verticals, our hub-building approach consistently delivers rapid, tangible results. 

Enable local companies and organizations to adopt cutting-edge global innovations for business transformation.

Become a global industry leader in a specific vertical through our expertise building industry-focused innovation ecosystems.

Cultivate a robust local startup ecosystem by facilitating collaborative activities among local and global stakeholders.

Attract world-leading tech companies to collaborate and invest in your region. Foster a vibrant and dynamic innovation landscape.

Attract investments from local and foreign sources. Drive economic growth and innovation.

Connect with leading global ecosystems in your sector
to bolster worldwide collaborations.

Case Studies
Corporate Innovation
Energy
How Hatch fostered Innovation and public safety
Hatch has been a game-changer for our public safety initiatives. The collaborative environment and access to global innovations have significantly accelerated our progress.
Mok Shao Hong
Center Director at Hatch
10
government agencies participating
300+
global start ups participating
17
pocs executed between startups and government agencies
SGD$1.7m
grants funded
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Corporate Innovation
Information technology
CNI-SOSA: Accelerating Innovation in Brazil's Industrial Sector
SOSA has proven to be a highly professional and dedicated counterpart through our partnership. SOSA's team supported both Brazilian corporations in their digital transformation and sustainable process as well as Brazilian startups in entering new markets and discovering new business opportunities.
Gianna Sagazzio
Former Innovation Director
9
leading Brazilian corporates participated
853
business opportunities identified
34
business engagements
13
successful pocs executed
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Interested in building a global innovation hub? Let’s discuss how we can get started.
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Startup programs

Scale your startup ecosystem through our customized programs. Whether to expand into major global markets, fast-track growth in a specific industry, or learn from other leading ecosystems, we work to make your startups global leaders. And we’ve successfully done this for 220+ startups from +15 countries in 40+ programs.

Market expansion programs
Our vibrant flagship accelerator in New York is continuously supporting startups from around the world into entering the US market while creating a tight-knit community of global tech entrepreneurs.

Learn more about our bustling NYC Accelerator.
POC-driven accelerator programs
These win-win programs allow startups to accelerate their tech validation and market penetration. Whether it's partnering with a government for public safety or with a corporation for energy transformation or climate tech, our POC-driven accelerator programs validate the feasibility of new technologies. They ensure product-market fit, address strategic challenges, and accelerate real-world implementations of emerging technologies by testing them with end users.
Tailor made programs
We’re practical about everything we do at SOSA, and know that it’s not a one-size-fits all. Interested in a tailor made program for your specific needs? Contact us to discuss how we can advance your tech ecosystem.
Case studies
Startup Program
Brazil
Empowering Brazilian startups: the impact of SOSA x SEBRAE's Land to Launch Program
SOSA demonstrated outstanding professionalism, guiding our startups through global market challenges and delivering exceptional results. Together, we consolidate a path of excellence and innovation that elevates Brazil's international standing.
Rodrigo Rodrigues
Innovation Project Analyst and Startup Data Steward
80
new clients for Fastdezine in the US following the program
+100%
of recurring revenues for Fastdezine​ (participant)
+15%
increase in sales revenue for VLab after participating.
28
new contracts signed by VLab (participant) post-program.
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Startup Program
HLS
How Fastdezine closed deals and strategic partnerships thanks to SOSA's accelerator
SOSA's Land to Launch Accelerator Program provided the ideal platform for us to amplify our global presence. The immersive experience, paired with virtual learning, business introductions, and workshops, resulted in closing a number of deals with U.S. clients and forming strategic partnerships. These outcomes not only propelled our growth but also created new revenue streams globally.”
Ursula Aleixo
Co-founder at Fastdezine
80
new clients in the US following the program
+100%
In recurring revenue
1
new product developed for the us market
18
countries in Fastdezine's expanded client base post-program.
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Empower your startups with access to global markets and strategic partnerships.
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Corporate innovation programs

Take your corporations to the forefront of innovation and drive economic development. Our innovation programs enable your corporations to cultivate collaborations with emerging tech companies: to implement innovation, launch new products and services, and make strategic investments.

Strategic market research & opportunity mapping
Get customized insights into market trends, emerging technologies, relevant acquisitions and investments, and an overview of the competitive landscape. Together with our innovation experts, we build an innovation roadmap and map out actionable opportunities for innovation that lead to tangible growth: cutting operational costs, creating new revenues, or making strategic investments.
Open innovation projects & investment deal flow
Leverage emerging technologies to address a specific challenge or growth opportunity. Our experts will support your innovation journey from A to Z. From defining a use case, scouting for the best-fit technologies from across the globe, to facilitating successful pilots, implementations and investments.

Learn more about our corporate innovation services

Case Studies
Startup Program
HLS
CNI-SOSA: Accelerating Innovation in Brazil's Industrial Sector
SOSA has proven to be a highly professional and dedicated counterpart through our partnership. SOSA's team supported both Brazilian corporations in their digital transformation and sustainable process as well as Brazilian startups in entering new markets and discovering new business opportunities.
Gianna Sagazzio
Former Innovation Director
9
leading Brazilian corporates participated
853
business opportunities identified
34
business engagements
13
successful pocs executed
Startup Program
HLS
Transforming corporate innovation at Swiss Re: intensive program delivering critical Insurance solutions
SOSA truly understands our innovation requirements and knows how to deliver solutions, no matter how complex the challenge or how quickly we need it. We have someone we can speak with at SOSA at all times.
Dr. Luca Marighetti
Former Group Head, Tech Transformation
8
critical business cases addressed
47
tech solutions presented
27
business opportunities generated
4
cities worldwide where the model was replicated
Find out how our innovation programs can benefit your corporations
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Government tech

Implement emerging technology that serves your citizens. Advance safety and security, get closer to your sustainability goals, take climate action, build smart cities, or optimize education with SOSA’s unique methodology for government transformation. No matter what your goals are, we ensure you harness the right technology to achieve them effectively through strategy, scouting, validation, testing, and implementation.

GovTech innovation
Solve public sector problems with cutting edge startups and top tier talent. With this bespoke service, you can meet exactly the technologies needed to lead in innovation, streamline services, and improve public engagement. From smart cities, public safety, waste management to healthcare, each innovation project is tailored to meet your specific needs and that of your citizens.
GovTech POC accelerators
These accelerator programs are designed for governmenters to fast-track the adoption of cutting-edge govtech in real-world environments. Be the first to implement and shape the most innovative startups from all over the world. Lead the way in innovation.
SOSA Solutions
Implement innovation into your public services quickly with SOSA’s market-tested and validated govtech solutions. Whether you’re looking to modernize infrastructure, improve public health, optimize urban planning through data-driven analytics, enhance digital platforms and citizen engagement, or streamline regulatory processes, we offer tried and tested technologies to meet your specific needs.
GovTech focus areas
Public safety & security
Save lives, prevent and solve crime, safeguard public places.
Education
Personalize education, enhance teaching, foster interactive learning.
Smart cities
Enhance mobility, reduce congestion, and promote economic growth.
Logistics & transporation
Reduce carbon emissions, promote renewable sources, become a world leader.
Energy
Reduce congestions, enhance safety, and reduce carbon footprint.
Ready to be at the forefront of innovation? Contact us.
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Why SOSA

At the intersection of public entities, corporations, and startups.
At SOSA, we know how to deliver on innovation. We've spent over a decade building and executing open innovation programs for public entities around the globe. Through our unique position between corporations, governments, and the most cutting-edge technologies - we bring deep market expertise and proven methodologies to generate meaningful business impact.

Innovation hub expert
We've launched successful innovation hubs in Asia, America, and EMEA, focusing on different verticals. Building hubs has proven to be an effective tool for building ecosystems and bringing tangible results, fast.
A-Z open innovation execution
Regardless of your focus area - decarbonization, energy transformation, safety & security, smart cities, cybersecurity, or any specific use case, our global expert team provides comprehensive support. From research and strategy building to technology scouting, startup mentoring, and managing accelerator programs and POCs, we've got you covered from A-Z. And we've also built an innovation management software to keep your projects on track.
Client testimonials:
Emmanuel Lagarrigue

Chief Innovation Officer and Member of the Executive Committee

Schneider Electric

"Innovation is about people, this is why we work with SOSA - this is a secret ingredient, the people. It's about taking small bets, on many different ventures along the way, some of them will change the world."

Renata Freesz Pinto

Innovation Project Manager

Klabin

"Klabin's dedication to sustainable innovation has been enhanced through our collaboration with SOSA and CNI. Our projects exemplify our commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation. By partnering with SOSA, we've identified the optimal partners for our initiatives."

Mitchell Weinstock

Partner

HP

“We came to Israel and used SOSA as a source to bring some very innovative companies, in a very innovative format so our teams would have something exciting to look at and listen to. I think we were very successful finding 5 great companies.”

Joel Agard

Head of Innovation

Zurich Insurance

“We at Zurich Insurance Group have been working with SOSA since 2016. Through working together, we have been able to leverage SOSA’s extensive startup network and Insurtech expertise to help identify Insurtech solutions and startups as well as form collaborations with some of those startups.”

Phil Hsia

President, Global Travel Insurance

Tokio Marine HCC

“I have been through many innovation programs in my career including with a leading design agency, a strategy consulting firm, an executive education programs at leading universities, and others. I found the SOSA to be the best."

Daljitt Barn

Global Head of Cyber Risk & Head of Innovtion Lab, London

Tokio Marine

"Partnering with SOSA helped us accelerate our open innovation activities in Israel in no time, knowing that SOSA analysts cover the Israeli tech ecosystem and have the knowledge to provide us with a highly curated deal flow of advanced technologies."

Dr. Luca Marighetti

Former Group Head Tech Transformation

Swiss Re

“SOSA truly understands our innovation requirements and knows how to deliver solutions, no matter how complex the challenge or how quickly we need it. We have someone we can speak with at SOSA at all times.”

Sasson Darwish

Former Managing Director, Global Investment Banking

RBC Capital Markets

“We have been extremely impressed by the companies we've met through SOSA, and many of them have been considered for a POC stage to become part of the RBC vendor universe."

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Resources
Blog
Enthec: A Case Study on Accelerated Growth Through the Desafia NY Program
Enthec's COO, Lola Miravet, shares how their participation in the Desafía New York program fueled their growth. Through strategic mentorship, proactive engagement, and adapting to the US market, they achieved significant business impact and market expansion.
The SOSA Team
August 29, 2024
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Blog
CNI Innovation Ecosystem Immersion at SOSA Tel Aviv.
Partnership between SOSA and CNI strengthened during Israel visit for new innovation initiatives driving Brazilian companies to find creative technology solutions.
SOSA editorial team
August 29, 2024
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Introducing Cohort 2 Start-Ups from SOSA-HTX Open Innovation Challenge!
The SOSA-HTX Open Innovation Challenge, in partnership with HTX in Singapore, has launched its second cohort. This program accelerates cutting-edge technologies for homeland security.
SOSA's Editorial Team
August 29, 2024
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How the private completes the public sector.
The relationship between the public and the private is complicated and passionately fought over, but when one strikes the right balance, the results are often remarkable.
Uzi Scheffer
CEO at SOSA
August 29, 2024
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Blog
Navigating the Tech Boom - SOSA's Impact in NYC
Explore SOSA's impactful role in New York City's tech surge, strategically positioning itself in the vibrant ecosystem. Learn how SOSA serves as a premier landing pad for startups, fostering connections, and empowering global innovation.
Elan Fox
August 29, 2024
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Blog
New York City: the world’s cybersecurity capital.
New York City’s singular position as the home of the world’s most diverse workforce, together with its leading financial and educational institutions, constitute an economic and intellectual powerhouse no other place can match.
SOSA editorial team
August 29, 2024
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Partnership with governments to drive accelerator programs.
It’s challenging for startup companies starting out to secure funding, visibility, and a global presence. Fortunately, companies do not have to reinvent the wheel or pave a new operational path when these avenues already exist as well as the tools, know-how, and connections through accelerator programs.
SOSA editorial team
August 29, 2024
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SOSA and CTA Launch Retail Tech Accelerator in NYC
Explore the success story of the 2023 Retail Tech Program, where Canadian startups delved into the U.S. market. From virtual training to the vibrant Demo Day in New York, discover how the participants gained actionable insights and valuable connections.
SOSA's editorial team
August 29, 2024
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SOSA and CzechInvest's Bootcamp in NYC Empowers Czech Startups
SOSA and CzechInvest joined forces for the impactful 2023 Czech Startup Bootcamp in New York, a bespoke two-day program amplifying Czech startups' U.S. expansion journey.
SOSA editorial team
August 29, 2024
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Blog
In fighting COVID, startups help governments.
The public sector is crucial for how we manage cities, localities, and states, but the power and know-how of the private are too potent to dismiss.
Uzi Scheffer
August 29, 2024
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Blog
The CNI-SOSA partnership: Accelerating innovation for the Brazilian industrial sector.
On July 1, 2020, SOSA and CNI, the Brazilian National Confederation of Industry, announced an official strategic partnership to advance innovation for Brazilian corporations and startups. Through this collaboration, Brazilian corporations gain access to state-of-the-art technology, innovation, and networks, previously outside their domain. Brazilian startups participate in acceleration programs aiming to provide them with tools and best practices to build global companies, tapping into SOSA's global network, creating essential relationships and strategic alliances.
August 29, 2024
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Report
The heavy costs of industrial carbon emissions.
The manufacturing industry is finally catching up to decarbonization, understanding if it doesn’t, it will soon face heavy fines, penalties, and changing consumer perception defined by public and private regulation. Open innovation provides heavy CO2 emitters tools to redefine themselves, save money, and grow.
August 29, 2024
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Report
Sustainability: from buzzword to lifeline.
The next decade offers opportunities for enterprises to make an unprecedentedly strong and measurable impact which has been previously unavailable. In this report, we take a deep-dive into three major industries and the latest tech advancements proven successful at reducing carbon emissions.
August 29, 2024
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Report
Protecting today's digital consumers
In this report, SOSA and FinTLV partner with InsurLab Germany to discuss the steps that organizations, and the insurance industry in particular, can take to protect digital consumers from increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. The report presents strategies and technologies that can help organizations shore up their cybersecurity infrastructure, provide recommendations for how individuals can protect themselves from cyber criminals, and showcase innovative technologies dedicated to fighting cyber crimes.
August 29, 2024
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Report
The XAI report: are we looking before we leap?
Netflix’s recent docudrama, "The Social Dilemma" has brought the discussion of Explainable AI to the mainstream. The Explainable AI report covers regulations, notable use-cases, an interview with Dr. Luca Marighetti from Swiss Re, and a list of tech companies taking the mystery out of AI.
August 29, 2024
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Case Study
The Hatch: A Year of Innovation
Find out how The Hatch. the Innovation Hub created by HTX and supported by Knovel Engineering and SOSA executed 11 proof-of-concept projects in collaboration with 170 startups in less than a year.
SOSA's Editorial Team
September 3, 2024
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Case Study
Fastdezine's Global Ascent: A Land to Launch Success Story
Discover how Fastdezine, a leading Brazilian startup, soared to international heights through SOSA's Land to Launch accelerator program. Uncover the challenges conquered, innovative solutions implemented, and the tangible results that transformed Fastdezine's journey into a testament of global success and strategic growth.
SOSA's Editorial Team
August 29, 2024
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Case Study
SOSA x SEBRAE: Empowering Brazilian Startups Globally
Discover how the SOSA and SEBRAE collaboration fosters innovation, connectivity, and global recognition, amplifying opportunities for growth in the Brazilian Innovation ecosystem.
SOSA's Editorial Team
August 29, 2024
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