North Shore InnoVentures

North Shore InnoVentures (NSIV) is a non-profit incubator focused on accelerating the growth of early-stage life sciences and cleantech startups. Based in Beverly, Massachusetts, NSIV provides crucial support through shared lab space, resources, and business mentoring. With two main incubator facilities—the Biotech InnoVenture Center and the Cleantech InnoVenture Center—NSIV has supported over 70 companies since its founding in 2009. Collectively, these startups have raised over $1 billion in funding and created more than 500 jobs​. NSIV specializes in helping companies in the life sciences, healthcare, medical devices, and clean energy sectors. Its investment strategy focuses on early and seed-stag. Led by CEO Chris Ilsley, NSIV emphasizes creating a collaborative environment that nurtures innovation. Companies at NSIV benefit from mentoring programs, expert advisory panels, and connections with potential investors, making it an ideal launching pad for early-stage ventures​.