Events

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...

Maine Visionary Leaders

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

The NACD New England Chapter, The Roux Institute at Northeastern University and the Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce are pleased to present a special Visionaries event celebrating the far-reaching vision of Maine and New England business leaders. The event will bring together CEOs from a diverse set of...

Foundations for the Digital Commons: Aligning Technology, Law, and Innovation for the Common Good

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

Presented by RadicalxChange, Bernstein Shur, and Northeastern University’s Roux Institute This two-day event unites leaders, builders, lawyers, and technologists to advance the future of tech, policy and digital infrastructure to benefit the common good. Together, we’ll tackle emerging challenges and bold opportunities in collective data governance, digital deliberation, democratic innovation, and...

Escape Room: Career Edition

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

You’ve just applied for your dream job—and made it to the final round. But there’s a twist... Before making their final decision, the employer wants to see how you perform under pressure, as a team. Do you have the soft skills today’s workplaces demand? Your mission: Tackle a...

Application Workshop

7.28.2026

12:00PM-12:30PM

Join us for a virtual application workshop. All application stages are welcome for personalized support on essays, recommendations, and submission. We’ll help you cross the finish line! Whether you have almost completed your application, or are just beginning, we are here to help. We will have a general presentation...
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From AI Panic to AI Progress: What Business Leaders Should Do Next

7.29.2026

1:00PM-1:45PM

AI in Action 2026: Business Summit brought together leaders from across Northern New England to explore what it really takes to put AI to work. This virtual session continues that conversation with a practical focus on what leaders should do next. Join Usama Fayyad, senior vice provost for AI...
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Cocktails & Connections: A Mid-Year Economic Update with Meghan Shue

8.4.2026

4:30PM-6:30PM

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...
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