2025 Conference Dates:
May 19-22, Portland, ME
Our Purpose
Startup Maine is the backbone of Maine's entrepreneurial ecosystem, fueling innovation, connection, and economic growth. As a convener for founders, tech talent, investors, and startup supporters, we provide the interactive infrastructure that allows entrepreneurship to thrive.
How We Support
We support the ecosystem through networking events, resource sharing, collaboration with entrepreneurial support organizations, and by hosting the annual Startup Maine conference. We support entrepreneurs by raising Maine’s startup scene profile through PR, storytelling, and strategic advocacy.
Background
Startup Maine was founded in 2018. We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
Secure your ticket to the annual conference!
$75 for the week gets you into the 35+ events.
Our Mission
Advancing Maine's startup scene
At Startup Maine, our mission is to advance Maine's startup ecosystem. We believe in fostering connections among founders, investors, tech workers, and support organizations to create a thriving entrepreneurial landscape.
Support Maine's Startup Ecosystem
Your donations help us connect and empower entrepreneurs in Maine. Join us in making a difference!
Monthly events and annual conference
Startup Maine hosts monthly networking happy hours and meetups. Join our events to grow your community, meet other founders and builders, and connect with resources and mentors. We'll add you to the email list.
Upcoming Events
We host events with partners in Portland and across the state.
Make sure you RSVP for the events you want to attend (links are in the session descriptions).
Secure your ticket!
$75 for the week gets you into the 30+ events.
Our Partners
