On July 19, 2025, Purpose in Motion hosted the InnovImpact Incubator Award Ceremony, marking the successful completion of its inaugural InnovImpact Incubator cohort. Over the past four months, four startup teams from across the globe embarked on an intensive journey of entrepreneurial growth—culminating in a Demo Day that showcased their impact-driven ventures. The award ceremony was a celebration not just of ideas, but of resilience, learning, and the collective spirit of changemakers.
From Desert Island to Demo Day🏝️
The evening began with an engaging reflection led by Melody, Program Director, who brought participants back to the early days of the program—specifically, the Desert Island icebreaker from orientation. Through Mentimeter, participants reflected on how far they’d come, what advice they’d give their past selves, and which workshop challenged them the most. It was a powerful reminder that entrepreneurship is as much a journey of personal growth as it is of building solutions.
Opening Remarks: A Cohort Worth Celebrating
Jasmine Lau, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Purpose in Motion, shared opening reflections that honored the ambition and creativity seen at Demo Day. She emphasized how the cohort had evolved from dreamers into doers—entrepreneurs ready to take on global challenges with practical, scalable solutions.
Learning in Action: Reflections from the PIM Team👑
Haolan, Program Manager, reflected on the past 133 days of intensive learning. From market strategies to impact measurement and prototyping, the teams immersed themselves in academic coursework and mentorship. The PIM Team also shared their own proudest moments and lessons learned—highlighting the deep collaboration and growth that took place throughout the program.
Mentor Spotlights: Working Side-by-Side with Changemakers🙌
Mentors Kome Oruade and Nadia Laabs shared heartfelt reflections on their work with the startup teams. Kome spoke about EcoCoco and Freetown Innovation Lab, praising their resourcefulness and social impact focus, while Nadia reflected on the growth and storytelling of Limpiar and AgroData Connect.
Celebrating Excellence: Award Highlights🌟
🏆 People’s Choice Award – AgroData Connect
Voted by investors, peers, and industry leaders during Demo Day, this award recognized AgroData for creating a solution that resonated deeply with audiences. The award package—valued at $1,259—included Brevo discounts, leadership bundles, and a $500 cash prize from PIM.
🎓 Top Student Award – Ambinintsoa Ratsitoarison
Presented by Haolan, this award honored a participant who embodied a passion for continuous learning. Ambinintsoa stood out for her deep engagement, insightful reflections, and growth-oriented mindset. Her prize package included toolkits, marketing support, and a spotlight article on PIM’s website
💪 Startup Warrior Award – EcoCoco
This award recognized the team that best exemplified resilience, adaptability, and determination. Despite obstacles, EcoCoco demonstrated consistent growth and an unwavering commitment to impact. They received a prize package worth $2,950, including a $2,000 PIM cash prize and access to OneValley services and leadership tools.
🎤 Best Pitch Award – AgroData Connect
AgroData impressed judges with a pitch that seamlessly blended clarity, market insight, and passion. The award, valued at $4,685, included a $2,500 PIM cash prize, marketing and operations support, and a strategic consultation with Chore.
Gratitude to Our Sponsors🧧
Leslie extended heartfelt thanks to the sponsors whose support made this journey possible. Special recognition went to:
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ANM for its leadership bundles and 50% discounts on digital leadership tools.
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Brevo for 75% off annual marketing plans for all participants.
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OneValley for unlocking its global startup platform and perks for Demo Day attendees.
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Huawei Cloud Singapore, offering startup teams the opportunity to access up to $150,000 in cloud credit vouchers.
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Chore, the “Back-Office CEO” for startups, supporting operational excellence.
Their generosity helped power not only the program’s infrastructure but also the tangible growth of each team.
A New Beginning, Not an End
In her closing remarks, Melody reminded the cohort that this was not a graduation, but a commencement. With tools, networks, and belief in themselves, these entrepreneurs are now equipped to keep building impactful solutions. She encouraged the cohort to stay connected, keep growing, and to remember that the journey of changemaking has only just begun.Together, the InnovImpact Incubator Class of 2025 represents more than just innovative ideas—they represent the future of ethical, inclusive, and impact-driven entrepreneurship.
