Events

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,...

Startup Maine – Kickoff at the Roux Institute

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

Startup Maine's Annual Conference - highlighting innovation and entrepreneurship in collaboration with the Roux Institute and partners across Maine  Startup Maine Week is the state’s largest gathering of entrepreneurs, innovators, and community leaders. The multi-day conference features panels, workshops, pitch events, and networking opportunities designed to strengthen Maine’s...

Venture Forward Kennebunk: Showcase

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

Venture Forward Kennebunk, 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, and access...

Reservoir @ the Roux: Hot Water to Save the Grid

11.4.2026

5:00PM-8:00PM

​Reservoir, the heat pump water heater company, is opening in Portland, and we’d love to celebrate with you. ​Join us at the Roux Institute for an evening of hot drinks and good company, just as Maine settles into winter. Our hot cocoa and tea bar will celebrate the...
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Maine Launch Summit

11.5.2026

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Mark your calendars – the 2026 Maine Launch Summit has been scheduled for November 5-6, 2026 at the Roux Institute / Wex building in downtown Portland Maine. From thought-provoking discussions to inspiring presentations, the conference showcases the incredible talent and innovation shaping our space community. Stay tuned for...
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Northern New England MedTech Conference

11.12.2026

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The flagship gathering for Northern New England medtech. For two days each November, the founders, clinicians, investors, and operators shaping medical device, biotech, and digital health convene at Northeastern’s Roux Institute on the Portland waterfront. NNEMTC is the only conference of its scale built specifically around the Vermont,...
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