Startup Maine

Startup Maine Kickoff Event - The Roux Institute's Founder Residency Venture Showcase (separate RSVP required)
2025-05-19 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | The Roux Institute at Northeastern University, 100 Fore Street, Portland, Maine, 04101, United States
Kick off Startup Maine Week with The Roux Institute’s Founder Residency Venture Showcase—a celebration of innovation, diversity, and Maine’s growing startup ecosystem. Note: you must RSVP here (for headcount and security purposes).

This exclusive residency is designed for underrepresented founders, reinforcing our commitment to building a more equitable and inclusive entrepreneurial landscape. The event features a keynote by NPR’s Theo Balcomb, creator of The Daily at The New York Times, followed by final pitches from ten cutting-edge startups in our year-long residency.

Join entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders, government officials, and students for an evening of inspiration, connection, and opportunity. Meet the visionary founders driving Maine’s next wave of high-growth tech startups—then stay for a networking reception to connect with the ecosystem shaping the future.
