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Trinidad & Tobago's Premier Innovation Body

Advancing Innovation Across Trinidad & Tobago

The Innovation Association of Trinidad and Tobago champions entrepreneurship, technology, and creative enterprise to build a thriving knowledge economy for all citizens.

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The Voice of Innovation
in Trinidad & Tobago

The Innovation Association of Trinidad and Tobago (IAOTT) is a non-profit membership organisation dedicated to fostering a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development across both islands.

Founded in 2012, IAOTT brings together entrepreneurs, technologists, academics, policymakers, and business leaders under one roof — creating a powerful ecosystem where ideas can flourish and be transformed into real-world impact.

We collaborate with government agencies, international development partners, and private sector stakeholders to create enabling environments for innovation-led growth.

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Entrepreneurship

Supporting startups and SMEs at every stage of their journey.

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Technology

Championing digital transformation and emerging tech adoption.

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Collaboration

Building networks that connect innovators across T&T.

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Sustainability

Promoting green innovation for long-term prosperity.

🎥 Highlights from Innovation Training session in La Brea.

Mission, Vision & Values

Three pillars that guide every initiative, programme, and partnership we undertake.

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Our Mission

To accelerate innovation and entrepreneurship in Trinidad & Tobago by building an inclusive ecosystem that connects talent, capital, knowledge, and opportunity.

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Our Vision

A Trinidad & Tobago where innovation drives economic diversification, elevates quality of life, and positions our nation as a leading Caribbean knowledge hub.

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Our Values

Integrity, collaboration, excellence, inclusivity, and a relentless commitment to creating measurable impact for citizens across both islands.

Our Team

Our Board of Directors brings together innovation management specialists, intellectual property experts, and senior representatives from academia, industry, and government.

Emerson John-Charles
Emerson John-Charles
Chairman
Colleen Gallazi
Colleen Gallazi
Secretary
Terita Kalloo
Terita Kalloo
Vice Chair
Thorfida Charles
Thorfida Charles
Director
Mawali Roberts
Mawali Roberts
Treasurer
Emma Perot
Emma Perot
Director
Shawn Melville
Shawn Melville
Director

Contact Us

We'd love to hear from you — whether you have a question, a partnership proposal, or just want to connect.

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Address

1¾ MM Lady Chancellor Road
St. Ann's, Port-of-Spain

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Mailing Address

PO Box 7093, St Ann's
Port-of-Spain, Trinidad & Tobago

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Phone

+1 (868) 689-5202

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