ABOUT STARTUP WEEK

Celebrating Founders Who Are Shaping the Future

Rhode Island Startup Week brings together entrepreneurs, investors, students, community leaders, and innovation partners for a week of events designed to connect, inspire, and accelerate the startup ecosystem.

From workshops and networking sessions to founder-focused conversations, this is where Rhode Island’s builders come together to share ideas, create opportunities, and grow.

2
Days of
Event
8 k
Registered
Participants
20
Amazing
Speakers
1
Event
Venues
EVENT CALENDAR

Plan Your Startup Week

Explore events, workshops, networking sessions, and community gatherings happening throughout Rhode Island Startup Week. Find the sessions that match your interests, save them to your calendar, and make the most of the week.

OUR SPEAKERS

MEET OUR AMAZING
SPEAKERS FOR THIS EVENT

Hear from founders, investors, educators, operators, and ecosystem leaders helping shape the future of startups and innovation in Rhode Island and beyond.

Mia Nolan
Program Director, Venture Mentoring Service
RIHub
Pat Sabatino
Senior Director
RIHub
Ted Howell
Founder
Howell Legal Inc.
Dr. Mark Turco
President & CEO
The Rhode Island Life Science Hub
Jeff Morgan
Professor of Medical Science and Engineering
Brown University
Aidan Petrie
Managing Partner
New England Medical Innovation Center
TESTIMONIALS

What Our Community Is Saying

OUR SPONSORS

Special Thanks to the
Sponsors Who Make this Happen

Rhode Island Startup Week is made possible by the support of organizations committed to entrepreneurship, innovation, and inclusive economic growth across the region.

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS

Come Celebrate Rhode Island’s
Entrepreneurs Who Are Shaping our World

We’re bringing together entrepreneurs, local leaders, students, corporations, investors, and community partners to connect, collaborate, and grow through entrepreneurial events across Rhode Island. A special thank you to the organizations helping make this week possible and supporting the next generation of founders.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

HAVE QUESTIONS?

Find quick answers about registration, sessions, locations, and how to make the most of Rhode Island Startup Week.

Is Rhode Island Startup Week free to attend?

Many Startup Week events are free to attend, but registration may be required for individual sessions. Please review each event listing for details.

Do I need to register for each event?

Yes. Please register for the sessions you plan to attend so organizers can plan accordingly and share any event-specific updates.

Where will the events take place?

Events take place at different venues across Rhode Island. Each event listing includes its location, date, and time.

Who should attend Rhode Island Startup Week?

Startup Week is open to founders, students, investors, professionals, community leaders, and anyone interested in entrepreneurship and innovation.

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