Events

Open Door with Garry Jenkins, President of Bates College

The Roux Institute at Northeastern University 100 Fore Street, Portland, ME

Garry Jenkins, President of Bates College will sit down with Maine Trust for Local News managing director, Stefanie Manning for a conversation at the Roux Institute at Northeastern University on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 8 a.m. Doors open at 7:30 a.m., coffee and light breakfast will be available.

$10

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....

Discover Khoury College of Computer Sciences

Whether you are looking to advance your tech career, specialize in a specific area, or break into tech, Northeastern University’s Discover Khoury webinar will provide you with information on the myriad programs that Khoury College of Computer Sciences offers to help you meet your goals. Join us for...

Magnetize Maine: Future Workforce Summit

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

Presented by PROPEL in collaboration with the Maine Development Foundation, Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce, and Northeastern University’s Roux Institute. Magnetize Maine brings together employers, educators, and emerging leaders to reimagine Maine’s workforce of tomorrow. The summit will feature thought-provoking panels, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities designed to...

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...

Science for Understanding and Adapting Marine Fisheries to Climate Change Impacts

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

Join us as Dr. Kathy Mills of the Gulf of Maine Research Institute unveils a decade of groundbreaking research on how fish species in the Gulf of Maine are adapting to climate change—and what it means for the future of fisheries and coastal communities. No registration required!

Human-Centered AI Webinar: Turning Complexity Into Better Products

Virtual Event

AI products succeed or fail at the human layer. Adoption of AI products is affected by their usability and practical utility, as well as their ability to help users understand when the AI can be trusted. In this webinar, Dr. Mahsan Nourani and Dr. Melanie Tory, leading researchers...

On-the-Spot Interview

The Roux Institute at Northeastern University 100 Fore Street, Portland, ME

The Roux Institute is pleased to offer on-the-spot admissions opportunity for Information Systems and Information Systems Bridge graduate programs. This is your chance to expedite your application and admissions process for in-demand master's and certificate programs in Northeastern's College of Professional Studies. See you soon.

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,...

Open Door with Heather Paquette, CEO of Good Shepherd Food Bank

The Roux Institute at Northeastern University 100 Fore Street, Portland, ME

Heather Paquette, CEO of Good Shepherd Food Bank will sit down with Maine Trust for Local News managing director, Stefanie Manning for a conversation at the Roux Institute at Northeastern University on Wednesday, October 23, 2025 at 8 a.m. Doors open at 7:30 a.m., coffee and light breakfast will be available.

$10

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...

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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