NC State University Product Innovation Lab Student Showcase 2025

Join us for the NC State University Product Innovation Lab Student Showcase, where multidisciplinary teams of graduate students from engineering, management, microbiology, and textiles will showcase their innovative, market-driven projects developed throughout the semester.

Over the past several months, these teams have identified real market needs, conceptualized creative solutions, prototyped their designs, and built go-to-market strategies. Guided by expert faculty mentors, students have taken a hands-on approach to customer discovery, technical development, and business planning—transforming ideas into viable startup concepts that address real-world challenges.

Come and meet the student teams, explore their solutions, and vote for your favorite projects using mock “investor dollars.”

This event is co-hosted by RIoT and Raleigh Founded and sponsored by the Lampe Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering.

Event Schedule

6:00 PM — Doors Open

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM — Explore Student Showcase

Wander through student project displays, meet the teams, and learn about their innovative solutions. Cast your mock “investor dollars” for your favorite projects!

7:30 PM – Featured Talk with Tom Snyder

Hear brief remarks and insights from Tom Snyder, Executive Director of RIoT on innovation, entrepreneurship, and student-driven creativity.

8:00 PM – Event Concludes

Thank you for joining us to celebrate the next generation of product innovators!

How To Find Us & Parking

You’ll find us at Raleigh Founded – North Street (509 W North St, Raleigh, NC 27603).

Parking Options

On-Site Lot: There’s a small lot right in front of the building. This is a paid lot. 

Street Parking: Metered spots are available along W North Street and nearby blocks. Give yourself a little extra time, especially during busy hours. If you don’t mind a short walk, there’s also free street parking a few blocks away.