![]() Gainesville, FL—February 24, 2023 After 6 years at the Cade Museum, Stephanie Bailes is resigning from her position as President & CEO. This decision is fueled by Stephanie’s desire to pursue other opportunities that will allow her to spend more quality time with her family. Stephanie believes in the mission, the vision, and the people who make the Cade what it is. During her time at the Cade, Stephanie has put a tremendous amount of energy into bringing the Cade family’s vision to life. “We’re very grateful for Stephanie’s leadership during a pivotal time for the museum. She not only turned the vision into reality, but over the last six years has built up an incredible team. Stephanie is irreplaceable and we will miss her greatly, but I know that the team she created will continue to reflect her legacy for years to come. "
Stephanie’s Legacy at The Cade Under her thoughtful and dedicated leadership, which began when construction was still underway on the museum building, the Cade has experienced incredible growth. The Cade opened its doors to the public in May 2018, and since then it has welcomed over 150,000 visitors. The Cade Prize for Innovation, once a modest cash award previously open to Florida-based early-stage inventors only, is now a national competition with a cash purse of over $100,000. Not only has Stephanie led the Cade to its many accomplishments, but she has also served as pillar of strength throughout many challenges— most notably the COVID-19 pandemic, when the museum pivoted to provide safe, accessible programming and educational experiences to our community. Through her hard work and commitment to the Cade, Mrs. Bailes was named a top 50 International Museum Influencer in 2021 by Blooloop Magazine and a Florida Trend Florida 500 Influential in 2022. She was previously named a “Person to Know in the Area of Technology” by Florida Trend. Looking Ahead Since her resignation was submitted, Stephanie has worked closely with Phoebe Cade Miles, chairman of the board of directors, and Jay Fant, the Cade’s Governance Committee chair, to develop a thorough transition plan. This plan has been reviewed and approved by the board of directors. The plan provides stability and is focused on continued contributions to Cade’s mission. This includes a newly appointed chief operating officer who will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the organization. Additionally, Stephanie will transition to the role of Senior Advisor to the Cade beginning March 1. The Cade Board of Directors will form a CEO search committee to identify the next visionary to fulfill the role. In the meantime, Phoebe Cade Miles will assume the role of interim CEO until a new one is selected. The next six to nine months will be a period of transition, but as in all transition periods, there will be a tremendous opportunity for growth. Cade’s mission remains the same: transforming communities by inspiring and equipping future inventors, entrepreneurs and visionaries. "Building up the Cade has been the opportunity of a lifetime and I am grateful to Richard and Phoebe Miles, and the Cade’s Board of Directors, for their constant support and confidence. Working alongside the Cade’s incredible team of employees and the community supporting its mission has also been an immense honor and privilege. I will continue to support the Cade, albeit from the sidelines, and I look forward to a new season of personal and professional engagement in our growing city."
While it is bittersweet, we are so grateful for Stephanie’s impact on this organization and its team members. We are excited for these new seasons for the Cade, and for Stephanie and her family. About The Cade Museum The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention, a museum in Gainesville, Florida, is committed to transforming communities by inspiring and equipping future inventors, entrepreneurs, and visionaries. Named after Dr. James Robert Cade, the lead inventor of Gatorade, the project began in 2006 with a generous gift from Dr. Cade and his wife, Mary Cade. Led by their daughter, Phoebe Cade Miles and her husband, Richard Miles, the museum began educational programming and the Cade Prize in 2010. Since opening in 2018, more than 100,000 visitors have experienced the Cade’s unique hands-on programming. For more information about the Cade, visit https://www.cademuseum.org/. ###
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Cade Museum Opens Illuminating New Exhibit Inviting Visitors to Relive the Age of Electricity2/2/2023 Gainesville, FL—February 2, 2023
Last year, the Cade Museum invited visitors to “Wander the Milky Way”. Beginning in early February, guests can travel back in time to investigate how electricity shapes our lives with a brand-new museum theme called, “Latimer, Edison, Tesla: The Age of Electricity”. From the 1870s through the 1890s, Thomas Edison's laboratory in Menlo Park, New Jersey, patented some of the most important inventions of the modern age, including the light bulb, sound recording, and motion pictures. The late 19th century saw tremendous change and the rise of a new kind of American icon: the Inventor. The “Age of Electricity” gives visitors the opportunity to meet the brave and creative inventors who wired our world and encourages them to tinker, design, and traverse their way across the turn of the 20th century. The museum rotunda will feature the new hands-on exhibit, “Lewis Latimer: Lighting the Way”, where guests will walk through the life of Lewis Latimer, an inventor who changed the way the world viewed electric light. Latimer’s self-made story demonstrates how he helped bring incandescent lighting to the masses, first by wedging his way into patent drafting to eventually inventing ground-breaking changes to light bulb filaments, landing him a spot in Thomas Edison’s electric company. Excerpts from Lewis Latimer’s diary give guests a glimpse into the mind of a man who is immortalized in history for his inventions, all while overcoming the challenges faced with being an African American inventor in the height of Jim Crow America. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit Cademuseum.org. About the Cade Museum The mission of the Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention in Gainesville, Florida, is to transform communities by inspiring and equipping future inventors, entrepreneurs, and visionaries. Named after Mary Cade and her husband, Dr. James Robert Cade, the lead inventor of Gatorade, the project has been spearheaded by their daughter, Phoebe Cade Miles, and her husband, Richard Miles, since 2006. They encourage the development of innovation ecosystems through the Cade Prize for Innovation, the Cade's proprietary Innovation Education learning framework, and the 21,000-square-foot hands-on learning museum that promotes the development of an inventive mindset which the Cade calls Inventivity™. The Cade believes every person should have access to the right to invent and innovate inherent in America’s DNA and works diligently in outreach efforts to bring this understanding to all, with an emphasis on the underserved. To learn more, visit cademuseum.org. ### Cade Museum President & CEO Stephanie Bailes Named a Florida Trend Florida 500 Influential11/8/2022 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
GAINESVILLE, FLA.— November 8, 2022 Florida Trend, a leading media publication that has reported on the people and issues that have defined Florida and shaped its future for over 60 years, has named Stephanie Bailes, President and CEO of the Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention, a Florida 500 Influential in the category of Philanthropy and Nonprofit. Bailes is listed in the 2022 Florida 500 alongside industry leaders from around the state. “To be recognized among the incredibly successful and talented list of individuals is humbling.”, says Bailes. “I am extremely honored to be included. I also recognize that this recognition comes in large part because of the vision and mission of the organization I am so fortunate to represent; an organization that is supported by the work of a tremendously talented and dedicated team of staff, board members, and founders.” Now, in its fifth year, the Florida 500 is the product of a year-long research initiative by the editors of Florida Trend resulting in a personal, engaging look at the state’s most influential business leaders across more than 60 business categories including Energy, Education, Finance, and Life Sciences. The editorial selection of the 500 executives was based on extensive contacts in regional business circles, hundreds of interviews, and months of research, culminating in a highly selective biographical guide to the people who really run Florida. Bailes was previously recognized by Florida Trend Magazine as a Person to Know in Technology and was also identified by Blooloop Magazine as a top 50 International Museum Influencer. Under Bailes’ strong leadership of the Cade, which began in 2017 when construction was underway on the museum building, the organization has experienced tremendous growth in several areas. The Cade Prize for Innovation, once a modest cash award previously open only to Florida-based early-stage inventors, is now a national competition with a cash purse of over $100,000. The museum expanded its outreach operations during COVID, and over 121,000 guests have visited the Cade since its opening in 2018. However, it’s what happens outside of the museum that Bailes is most proud of. “The Cade Museum is a wonderful place for learning and inspiration.”, continues Bailes. “We encourage children to be the visionaries and problem solvers of tomorrow. The Cade is not bound by its walls. We dedicate resources to reach into communities where there is little access to the innovative ideas shaping our world and we provide those communities a connection to this innovation economy. It is this combined power of personal agency, innovation education, and outreach that motivates the team at the Cade. This is also the reason the museum, and our team, are getting recognized for our work supporting the vision of our founder, Phoebe Cade Miles.” Find the list of all Florida 500 Influentials and read Bailes’ story here: https://floridatrend500.com/philanthropy-nonprofits/stephanie-bailes/ ### About the Cade Museum The mission of the Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention in Gainesville, Florida, is to transform communities by inspiring and equipping future inventors, entrepreneurs, and visionaries. Named after Mary Cade and her husband, Dr. James Robert Cade, the lead inventor of Gatorade, the project was spearheaded by their daughter, Phoebe Cade Miles, and her husband, Richard Miles, since 2006. They encourage the development of innovation ecosystems through the Cade Prize for Innovation, the Cade's proprietary Innovation Education learning framework, and the 21,000-square-foot hands-on learning museum that promotes the development of an inventive mindset which the Cade calls Inventivity™. The Cade believes every person should have access to the right to invent and innovate inherent in America’s DNA and works diligently in outreach efforts to bring this understanding to all, with an emphasis on the underserved. To learn more, visit cademuseum.org. Gainesville, FL. (November 4, 2022) — The Cade Museum in Gainesville, Florida is partnering with two community organizations in Alachua County to offer visitors free admission this holiday season.
“We’re excited to see friends and families gathering in person again after the difficult events of the last two years”, explained Stephanie Bailes, President and CEO of the Cade Museum. “We’re entering the 2022 holiday season inspired by the generosity of our community partners and sponsors who make these wonderful events possible.” Members of the public have three opportunities to visit the Cade Museum for free in the month of November. On Thursday, Nov. 10 and Sunday, Nov.13, visitors can enjoy free admission to the Cade compliments of VyStar Credit Union. VyStar is partnering with the Cade and several other arts and cultural organizations in North and Central Florida as part of their “Good is everywhere” celebration. For more information and to register, visit vystarcu.org/goodiseverywhere On Saturday, Nov.19, the Alachua County Farm Bureau will once again partner with the Cade Museum for the annual Food and Agricultural Festival. Admission to the Cade Museum is free during the event and attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about the importance of farmers and agriculture in our community. Additional events scheduled at the Cade Museum for the 2022 Holiday Season include: · Dec 16 - Cade After Dark Wine and Jazz Night: Enjoy a relaxing evening of wine, live jazz music from Gosia and Ali, snacks, and a cash bar to add to the fun. · Dec 31 – Spark Wonder! Launch into the New Year with a bird’s eye view of the Depot Park fireworks during this family-friendly celebration including fun activities, food, drinks, fireworks, and glow-in-the-dark dancing for revelers of all ages. For a full list of activities visit Cademuseum/calendar.org About the Cade Museum The mission of the Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention in Gainesville, Florida, is to transform communities by inspiring and equipping future inventors, entrepreneurs, and visionaries. Named after Mary Cade and her husband, Dr. James Robert Cade, the lead inventor of Gatorade, the project has been spearheaded by their daughter, Phoebe Cade Miles, and her husband, Richard Miles, since 2006. They encourage the development of innovation ecosystems through the Cade Prize for Innovation, the Cade's proprietary Innovation Education learning framework, and its hands-on learning museum designed to promote the development of an inventive mindset which the Cade calls Inventivity™. The Cade believes every person should have access to the right to invent and innovate inherent in the DNA of the United States and works diligently in outreach efforts to bring this understanding to all, with an emphasis on the underserved. Visit cademuseum.org to learn more. ### Gainesville, Fla. (October 20, 2022) –The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention is pleased to announce a generous donation from Adria Petty: American director, editor, art director, and daughter of Gainesville hometown hero Tom Petty.
The gift of $25,000 made in memory of musician Tom Petty will help fund Operation Full STEAM, an outreach project of the Cade Museum that aims to close achievement gaps for underserved elementary school students by providing experiences that foster creativity and development of an inventive mindset. “The Cade is run by special people who love and dedicate themselves to Gainesville and its youth”, says Petty. “It is essential for organizations like the Cade to get support and I am proud to be a small contributor to Phoebe Miles’ vision. As Gainesville grows it is community organizations like the Cade that will provide culture and education to the underserved. My dad loved his childhood here and he had two working parents. The community raised him. I hope to be an advocate to preserve and protect his “Dreamville”. OFS is one of many outreach partnerships organized and led by the Cade Museum. This four-year project will serve 2nd through 5th grade students in Title I schools in Alachua County, Florida. In addition to increasing STEAM exposure, the project engages participants' parents and families with each family receiving a free yearly membership to the Cade. Ultimately, the project will cultivate greater interest in STEAM disciplines among students from culturally and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds, inspire the pursuit of further education, and contribute to a more inclusive and equitable innovation economy. “We are delighted and grateful to receive this impactful gift from Adria, notes Stephanie Bailes, President and CEO of the Cade Museum. “This generous donation will enable us to expand Operation Full Steam into two more underserved schools in our area. We look forward to future partnerships with Adria and are honored to be included in Tom Petty’s legacy of giving.” About the Cade Museum The mission of the Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention in Gainesville, Florida, is to transform communities by inspiring and equipping future inventors, entrepreneurs, and visionaries. Named after Mary Cade and her husband, Dr. James Robert Cade, the lead inventor of Gatorade, the project was spearheaded by their daughter, Phoebe Cade Miles, and her husband, Richard Miles, since 2006. They encourage the development of innovation ecosystems through the Cade Prize for Innovation, the Cade's proprietary Innovation Education learning framework, and its hands-on learning museum designed to promote the development of an inventive mindset which the Cade calls Inventivity™. The Cade believes every person should have access to the right to invent and innovate inherent in the DNA of the United States and works diligently in outreach efforts to bring this understanding to all, with an emphasis on the underserved. Visit cademuseum.org to learn more. Media Contact: Jody Farmer Email: Jfarmer@cademuseum.org ### Gainesville, Fla. (October 10, 2022) –The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention is pleased to announce NEPTUNYA Ocean Power of Boca Raton, Fla. won the 2022 Cade Prize for developing OCTOPODZ, a technology that unlocks renewable energy.
Octopodz’s new offshore wind turbine design drastically lowers energy costs through reduced weight and a floating design that eliminates the need for a separate foundation substructure. The invention could dramatically increase renewable energy adoption by power companies and other energy consumers. The same week NEPTUNYA Ocean Power won the Cade Prize, its founder, Rodrigo Griesi, and his family became U.S. citizens. “This is my lifetime dream, to live and work in a country that attracts, supports and inspires innovation,” said Rodrigo Griesi, a Brazilian native who moved to Florida seven years ago to pursue his dream. “Winning the Cade Prize brings validation and recognition that we are on the right path, and it’s especially meaningful for me as an immigrant because it doesn’t matter where you come from, it’s purely about celebrating the innovation you are bringing to this amazing country.” Other Cade Prize winners are:
“We’re inspired by both the high-caliber, and record number of submissions this year,” said Richard Miles, Cade Prize Committee Chair, and son-in-law of Dr. Robert Cade, the lead inventor of Gatorade, after whom the Cade Prize is named. “We’re looking for the next big invention and are excited to celebrate innovation through the Cade Prize.” Winners were announced October 6 at an awards ceremony in Gainesville. They will share $67,000 in cash prizes. Two teams tied for fifth place, and each winner will receive $2,000 of in-kind legal services. The Cade Prize draws innovators from research universities and the private sector with groundbreaking, early-stage ideas before they reach the marketplace. Often, these life-changing ideas take years to materialize and become successful. The Cade Prize began as a Florida competition and now includes Georgia and Alabama. In 2023 it will become a national competition open to competitors in all 50 U.S. states and territories, with a prize purse of more than $100,000. The Cade Prize is sponsored by Scott R. MacKenzie, the Community Foundation of North Central Florida, Florida Trend, Cox Communications, Modern Luxury, Florida High Tech Corridor, Saliwanchik, Lloyd, & Eisenschenk, Florida Inventor Hall of Fame, GrayRobinson law firm, Meldon Law, Greater Gainesville Chamber and Aloft Hotel. Visit cademuseum.org/cadeprize to learn more. About the Cade Museum The mission of the Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention in Gainesville, Florida, is to transform communities by inspiring and equipping future inventors, entrepreneurs, and visionaries. Named after Mary Cade and her husband, Dr. James Robert Cade, the lead inventor of Gatorade, the project was spearheaded by their daughter, Phoebe Cade Miles, and her husband, Richard Miles, since 2006. They encourage the development of innovation ecosystems through the Cade Prize for Innovation, the Cade's proprietary Innovation Education learning framework, and its hands-on learning museum designed to promote the development of an inventive mindset which the Cade calls Inventivity™. The Cade believes every person should have access to the right to invent and innovate inherent in the DNA of the United States and works diligently in outreach efforts to bring this understanding to all, with an emphasis on the underserved. Visit cademuseum.org to learn more. ### GAINESVILLE, FLA.— October 3, 2022
What’s better than finding a full-size candy bar in your Halloween treat bag? A visit to the Cade Museum for the annual “Sparks and Spooks” event! Every dad and mummy is invited to carve out some time for this family-friendly spooktacular on Saturday, October 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Children (17 years & under) in costume will be treated to free admission to the museum where they’ll enjoy a variety of fang-tastic games and activities conjured up by the Cade’s mad scientists like making Halloween slime, catapulting a creepy, crawly spider, and more! Kids can also create their own spooky animations in Animationland, explore the dark and mysterious reaches of our galaxy in Wandering the Milky Way and even learn where all that Halloween candy goes after it’s consumed in the Cade’s permanent exhibit, “At First Flush”. “We love hosting this fun Halloween event every year”, says Stephanie Bailes, President and CEO of the Cade Museum. “Imaginative play encourages creativity and innovation in children, two skills that are vital for inventors. It’s exciting to think that one of these little superheroes or princesses might just grow up and invent the next Gatorade!” No advance tickets are necessary for the Sparks and Spooks event. A special trick or treating event for Cade Museum members will also take place on the patio beginning at 12pm. Sparks and Spooks is sure to be a howling good time that will lift your spirits! ### About the Cade Museum The mission of the Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention in Gainesville, Florida, is to transform communities by inspiring and equipping future inventors, entrepreneurs, and visionaries. Named after Mary Cade and her husband, Dr. James Robert Cade, the lead inventor of Gatorade, the project was spearheaded by their daughter, Phoebe Cade Miles, and her husband, Richard Miles, since 2006. They encourage the development of innovation ecosystems through the Cade Prize for Innovation, the Cade's proprietary Innovation Education learning framework, and the 21,000-square-foot hands-on learning museum that promotes the development of an inventive mindset which the Cade calls Inventivity™. The Cade believes every person should have access to the right to invent and innovate inherent in America’s DNA and works diligently in outreach efforts to bring this understanding to all, with an emphasis on the underserved. To learn more, visit cademuseum.org. Gainesville, Fla. (September 23, 2022) –Judges for the Cade Prize for Innovation selected six teams to advance to the final round and are vying for $67,000 in cash prizes. The winners’ rankings will be revealed at the 13th Annual Cade Prize Awards Ceremony on September 29, 2022 at the Cade Museum in Gainesville, Florida.
“The field of this year’s competition was exceptional,” said Richard Miles, Cade Prize Committee Chair. “We are excited to announce the winners and watch how their groundbreaking innovations could change the world in the years to come.” Two teams tied for one position this year, resulting in six teams making it to what is typically the final five. In alphabetical order, they are: Company name: Ambulero, Inc., Miami, Fla. Innovation: A gene therapy for rare vascular diseases Company name: Ilika Geospatial, Orlando, Fla. Innovation: Earth Observation Indices, transforming raw satellite data into simple metrics Company name: NEPTUNYA Ocean Power, Boca Raton, Fla. Innovation: OCTOPODZ, a technology to unlock offshore renewable energy Company name: Polymer Solutions Inc., Atlanta, Ga. Innovation: Transient, Self-Immolative Polymers Company name: SG Endocrine Research, LLC, Athens, Ga. Innovation: Nanoparticles for non-surgical spaying and neutering Company name: Sustainable Landfill Solutions LLC, Newberry, Fla. Innovation: RO BOX – A Modular On-site Landfill Leachate Treatment System The Cade Prize is a capstone initiative of the Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention in Gainesville, Florida. Both are named after Dr. Robert Cade, a physician and professor of medicine at the University of Florida, best known as the lead inventor of Gatorade in 1965. The museum’s mission is to transform communities by inspiring and equipping future inventors, entrepreneurs, and visionaries. ### The Cade Announces Two New Board Members Gainesville, Fla. (August 10, 2022) -- The Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Sohl, Florida High Tech Corridor CEO, and Gil Levy, Vystar Credit Union Senior Vice President of Regional Community Relations, to its board of directors.
“We are thrilled to have these exceptional leaders and visionaries join our board of directors,” said Phoebe Cade Miles, the Cade Museum’s co-founder and chairman of the board. “As the Cade continues to grow, their talent and expertise will help us expand our programming and outreach throughout the state and nationwide.” As CEO of the Florida Tech Corridor, Paul Sohl leads this economic development initiative of the University of Central Florida, University of South Florida, and University of Florida, that attracts and grows the high-tech industry in a 23-county region. In his role, Stohl facilitates collaboration between the three universities and their economic development partners, and oversees the organization’s programs, including stemCONNECT, which encourages K-12 students to pursue high-tech careers. As a Rear Admiral in the U.S. Navy (Ret), Sohl brings more than three decades of service and leadership. He commanded the Navy’s Operational Test & Evaluation Force in Norfolk, Virginia, the Naval Aviation Fleet Readiness Center enterprise in Patuxent River, Maryland, the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division and Naval Test Wing Pacific in China Lake and Point Muga, California, and the Fleet Readiness Center Southeast in Jacksonville, Florida. Gil Levy is Senior Vice President for Regional Community Relations at Vystar Credit Union and a seasoned financial analyst and business manager with decades of experience as a financial regulator. He serves on the Advisory Board at UNF Innovate at the Hub and is a longtime member of the Gainesville Chamber of Commerce, where he served as Chair of the Economic Development Committee in 2020 and Chair of the Board of the Chamber in 2021. Levy is a University of Puerto Rico graduate. About the Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention The Cade Museum’s mission is to transform communities by inspiring and equipping future inventors, entrepreneurs, and visionaries. Named after Dr. James Robert Cade, the lead inventor of Gatorade, and his wife, Mary, the project was spearheaded by their daughter, Phoebe Cade Miles, and her husband, Richard Miles, since 2006. The Cade encourages development of innovation ecosystems through the Cade Prize for Innovation, proprietary education programs and its 21,000-square-foot hands-on learning museum that promotes an inventive mindset which the Cade calls Inventivity™. The Cade believes every person should have access to invention and innovation, inherent in America’s DNA. It works diligently in outreach efforts to bring this message to all, emphasizing the underserved. Located in Gainesville, Florida, visit cademuseum.org to learn more. Cade Prize Announces Fibonacci Finalists Gainesville, Fla. (August 17, 2022) – Judges for 2022’s Cade Prize for Innovation named this year’s 21 Fibonacci Finalists. The finalists, from Florida, Georgia and Alabama, will compete for $64,000 of prize money. Winners will be announced September 29, 2022.
The 13th Annual Cade Prize drew a record number of inventors affiliated with research universities and the private sector who submitted early-stage inventions with significant market promise and potential to change the world. This year’s 21 Fibonacci Finalists are: Company Name Innovation/Invention State Ambulero, Inc. Gene and cell therapy approach for patients with ischemic limb diseases Fla. Blazing Audio AuraSense™ Portal, remote touch technology allowing virtual engagement with patients Fla. City Detect Inc. City Detect, analyzing urban decay with cameras and artificial intelligence Ala. CoFlow Jet Wind Turbines, LLC Sustainable, low-cost wind turbine technology Fla. Current Kinetics Next Generation Marine Hydrokinetic Turbines Fla. Halo Engines Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine Fla. IDEM System Field Drug Detection and Surveillance System Fla. Ilika Geospatial Earth Observation Indices Fla. Kismet Technologies NanoRAD, a surface technology to provide virus and bacteria protection Fla. Moye Consultants Advanced Energy Storage Technologies Fla. Nailed It Building Products Nailed It Concrete, a cost-effective concrete alternative Fla. NEPTUNYA Ocean Power OCTOPODZ, a technology to unlock offshore renewable energy Fla. Nhu Energy, Inc. Clean electric power systems for land, sea, air and space Fla. Polymer Solutions, Inc. Polymers that can transition from the solid state to the vapor state on-command Ga. Portable Solar Self-Assembled Home Solar System Fla. PRAG, LLC WriggleBrew, organic alternative to fertilizers Fla. Reboot Reforestation Planting trees with drone technology Ala. SG Endocrine Research, LLC Nanoparticles for non-surgical spaying and neutering Ga. Snake Oil Extractors Closed Rotator Extractor Fla. SprainGo LLC Pine Rosin, a non-drug topical for inflammation Fla. Sustainable Landfill Solutions LLC RO BOX, Modular On-site Landfill Leachate Treatment System Fla. “Moving early-stage ideas beyond the lab and into the marketplace often takes years and significant capital,” said Richard Miles, Cade Museum co-founder. “The Cade Prize is designed to boost early-stage inventors to that next level. By using prize money for things like patents, licensing, manufacturing, distribution or marketing, they have a better chance of attracting bigger funders.” Winners will be announced at the Cade Prize Awards Ceremony at the Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention in Gainesville, Florida on September 29. $64,000 in cash prizes will be awarded: $34,000 for first place, $13,000 for second place, $8,000 for third place, $5,000 for fourth place, $3,000 for fifth place and $1,000 for the People’s Choice. Each winner also receives $2,000 of in-kind legal services. The Cade Prize is a capstone initiative of the Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention, named after Dr. James Robert Cade, Gatorade’s lead inventor. The Cade Prize is sponsored by Scott R. MacKenzie, the Community Foundation of North Central Florida, Florida Trend, Cox Communications, Modern Luxury, Florida High Tech Corridor, Saliwanchik, Lloyd, & Eisenschenk, Florida Inventor Hall of Fame, Gray Robinson law firm, Meldon Law, Greater Gainesville Chamber and Aloft Hotel. Visit cademuseum.org/cadeprize to learn more. About the Cade Museum The mission of the Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention in Gainesville, Florida, is to transform communities by inspiring and equipping future inventors, entrepreneurs, and visionaries. Named after Mary Cade and her husband, Dr. James Robert Cade, the lead inventor of Gatorade, the project was spearheaded by their daughter, Phoebe Cade Miles, and her husband, Richard Miles, since 2006. They encourage the development of innovation ecosystems through the Cade Prize for Innovation, the Cade's proprietary Innovation Education learning framework, and the 21,000-square-foot hands-on learning museum that promotes the development of an inventive mindset which the Cade calls Inventivity™. The Cade believes every person should have access to the right to invent and innovate inherent in America’s DNA and works diligently in outreach efforts to bring this understanding to all, with an emphasis on the underserved. To learn more, visit cademuseum.org. |
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