Startup Maine Kickoff Event – The Roux Institute’s Founder Residency Venture Showcase (separate RSVP required)
May 19 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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.
