Events

Chatbot 101 with Jimi Michel

Northeastern University's Roux Institute 100 Fore Street, Portland, United States

The Chatbot 101 Workshop is your first step into the world of AI-powered innovation! In this interactive session, you’ll learn the basics of chatbot design, collaborate with fellow Roux Institute students from diverse programs, and prototype real-world solutions connected to your field of study and interests or industry....

Wave Making: An Evening of Impact with Author David E. Shaw

Northeastern University's Roux Institute 100 Fore Street, Portland, United States

Join renowned entrepreneur, conservationist, and philanthropist David Shaw for an inspiring evening exploring the power of impact-driven leadership. Shaw will share insights from his remarkable career founding and guiding science-based companies and global conservation initiatives. This event will highlight how business, science, and social good intersect to create...

Augmenting Talent from Within: AI, Data Literacy, and Intrapreneurial Innovation

Virtual Event

AI’s greatest potential isn’t in replacing people: it’s in amplifying human capability. This session looks at concrete ways organizations are using AI and data to improve decision-making, build skills across teams, and create new opportunities for innovation. Tom Davenport, a leading authority on how AI changes human work, will...

Venture Forward Yarmouth: Showcase

Northeastern University's Roux Institute 100 Fore Street, Portland, United States

The Yarmouth Venture Forward Program, developed by Northeastern University’s Roux Institute, is a cohort-based initiative designed to support local entrepreneurs, business leaders, and small business owners. The program equips participants with the tools to scale their ventures, explore new markets, and build long-term sustainability through hands-on workshops, mentorship,...

2025 Blue Economy Investment Summit

Northeastern University's Roux Institute 100 Fore Street, Portland, United States

Presented by Gulf of Maine Research Institute and Northeastern University’s Roux Institute The Blue Economy Investment Summit will convene investors, innovators, and policymakers to explore the evolving landscape of ocean and marine technology. This one-day event will examine the intersection of climate tech and the blue economy, highlighting...

Intrapreneurship for Nonprofits: Avangrid Foundation

Northeastern University's Roux Institute 100 Fore Street, Portland, United States

The Intrapreneurship for Nonprofits program, developed by Northeastern University’s Roux Institute with support from the Avangrid Foundation, helps Maine nonprofits apply entrepreneurial thinking to strengthen their missions and expand their impact. The five-month program equips leaders with tools to develop new revenue streams, refine business models, explore pricing and...

Municipal Innovation Day

Northeastern University's Roux Institute 100 Fore Street, Portland, United States

Municipal Innovation Day, hosted by the Roux Institute at Northeastern University, in collaboration with regional Councils of Governments, including AVCOG, GPCOG, and MCOG is a dynamic, day-long gathering designed to inspire municipal leaders across Maine, surface shared challenges, explore emerging technologies and their governance implications, and support the development of practical,...

Climate Salon: Accelerating ClimateTech Innovation

Northeastern University's Roux Institute 100 Fore Street, Portland, United States

Building climate & energy ventures, whether software or hardware solutions, is a group sport. Startup teams need an ecosystem of supporters around them — and customers who are ready to help them grow. During this Climate Salon, join us to discuss what it takes to scale across: Blue economy Built...

Founder Residency Info Session – April 6

Virtual Event

Seeking growth resources and mentorship for your tech startup? Be one of 10 early-stage startups accepted annually to Northeastern University's Founder Residency accelerator in Portland, Maine. This 3-month-long startup accelerator program provides expert mentorship and comprehensive support for high-growth technology startups. While we accept startups from all industries,...

Letting Our Lives Speak in a Climate-Changing World: A Conversation with Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson and Barton Seaver

Northeastern University's Roux Institute 100 Fore Street, Portland, United States

In this special conversation presented in partnership with the Parenting for Peace series, marine biologist and climate policy expert Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson joins chef, author, and sustainable food systems advocate Barton Seaver for a powerful and deeply personal conversation about living with intention in a time of climate change. Drawing on the Quaker...

Founder Residency Info Session – April 24

Virtual Event

Seeking growth resources and mentorship for your tech startup? Be one of 10 early-stage startups accepted annually to Northeastern University's Founder Residency accelerator in Portland, Maine. This 3-month-long startup accelerator program provides expert mentorship and comprehensive support for high-growth technology startups. While we accept startups from all industries,...

Open House at The Roux Institute

9.15.2026

5:30PM-7:30PM

Experience the Roux Institute Discover Northeastern University graduate programs offered at the Roux Institute in Portland, Maine. Learn about our programs from expert faculty, connect with current students to get to know the Roux community and chat with Enrollment and Financial Aid Counselors. Whether you are exploring the...
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IBI Presents: AI in Claims Management

9.17.2026

1:00PM-5:30PM

A great networking and thought-leadership seminar is coming to the Roux on Thursday, September 17. In collaboration with the Integrated Benefits Institute, “AI in Claims Management” brings together HR and benefits leaders, insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and brokers to explore how AI is being used in disability claims...
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Founder Residency Kickoff 2026

9.17.2026

4:00PM-6:00PM

Join us on Thursday, September 17th, as we welcome the newest Founder Residency cohort to the Roux Institute. The Founder Residency is our flagship program designed to support promising early-stage tech companies led by underrepresented founders. Over the next year, these founders will receive mentorship, access to institutional...
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