12-week partnership program that enables emerging enterprises to test their products and services in local government while exposing the City and County to fresh ideas and the newest technologies at the same time. Through this mutually beneficial program, growing businesses partner with government departments to gain access to staff, data and facilities to advance their business concepts and test their viability. The program culminates in a Demo Day where community members gather to hear about the participants experience and lessons learned. In its third year, Innovate Durham continues to be a cutting-edge partnership for enhancing innovation for community businesses and the local government.