Events

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...

Cocktails & Connections: A Mid-Year Economic Update with Meghan Shue

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

Join M&T Bank and The Roux Institute for an evening of cocktails, conversation, and fresh perspective on the forces shaping today's economy. Meghan Shue, Chief Investment Strategist for Wilmington Trust, will share her insights on where the economy stands, what trends are influencing business decisions, and how artificial...

Venture Forward Augusta: Showcase

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

Venture Forward Augusta, 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...

Founder Residency Kickoff 2026

Orange Bike Brewing Company 31 Diamond St, Ste D, Portland, ME, United States

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...

Maine Blue Economy Week

Holiday Inn, Portland, ME

Maine Blue Economy Week will convene entrepreneurs, funders, researchers, students, and ecosystem shaping the future of Maine’s ocean and coastal economy. Over three days, the event will feature programming designed to build connections, exchange ideas, and foster collaboration around emerging trends in blue economy investment, entrepreneurship, workforce training,...

$200

Venture Forward South Berwick: Showcase

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

Venture Forward South Berwick, 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...

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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