Join Maine's premier entrepreneurial event to connect, learn and grow within our vibrant startup ecosystem.

Startup Maine serves as a convener for founders, tech workers, entrepreneurial support organizations, investors, and those who are startup curious. The annual conference is the time of year where these groups come together to learn, share resources, and get inspired. Learn more and view the agenda at www.startupmaine.org/program2.

Note: While your ticket grants you access to all events and sessions, some events require a separate RSVP (for headcount and planning purposes). Please check the agenda for details.

NOTE: If you plan to attend the kickoff event on Monday, May 19th from 5-8pm (The Roux Institute's Founder Residency Showcase plus the keynote address by Theo Balcomb), please add your name and RSVP here.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

🚀 Keynote Theo Balcomb & Roux Institute Founder Residency Venture Showcase

🌐 Interactive Sessions & Panels

🤝 Investor lunch: Maine Angels and FAME's Overview of Maine Seed Capital Tax Credit

▶️ Maine Technology Institute Portfolio Showcase

☕️ Daily Coffee Meetups

🎤 BattleDecks Networking Event

🎉 Closing Party & Casco Bay Cruise

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

Entrepreneurs & Startup Teams
Investors & Funders
Ecosystem Partners & Support Organizations
Tech Enthusiasts & Curious Minds

Join us! Tickets are on sale for $75 and $10 for students.

NEED A HOTEL?
We have secured a room block at the Canopy Hotel in Portland*:

Click here: Canopy Room Block

CODE: STARTUP

Cost: $249

*Rooms must be reserved by/before Monday, April 28th 2025

PARKING

There are numerous garages near each venue (hourly or day rates). Pearl Street Garage on Pearl Street and DiMillo's Lot on Commercial Street are the closest to The Maine Center (300 Fore Street). There is a parking lot at 450 Commercial Street (across from Free Range Fish & Lobster) for $5 a day - but please note it's about a 15 minute walk to the Maine Center (300 Fore Street venue). The Roux Institute at Northeastern University has its own parking garage at 100 Fore Street, or street parking along Fore Street and the Eastern Prom (please review street signs).