Upcoming Events
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27 Oct
2026Legal Considerations for Start-UpsSign UpJoin us for the Rhode Island Business Competition’s newest workshop, Legal Considerations for Start-Ups. Meaghan Krupa, Co-Chair of the Rhode Island Business Competition and a Partner at Hinckley Allen, and Jessie Reniere, a Corporate Associate at Hinckley Allen, will provide a general overview of corporate matters for start-ups and entrepreneurs, covering topics like entity selection, contracting and corporate formalities.
Networking will be from 5:30 - 6:00pm. Presentation will begin at 6:00pm. This event is free and open to the public.
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17 Nov
2026Rhode Island Pitch ContestSign UpOur high-energy pitch contest provides a unique platform for visionaries, entrepreneurs, and aspiring change-makers to showcase their ideas in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
This is a great opportunity to get your idea in front of potential investors, gather valuable feedback, network with other entrepreneurs and supporters of the entrepreneurial ecosystem, and possibly win some cash!
Or you can just come watch for an exhilarating experience where innovation and entrepreneurship collide in 90 seconds of pure excitement as each presenter pitches their idea to a panel of judges from the Rhode Island business community and a general audience! This event will begin at 5:30pm and is free and open to the public.
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19 Jan
2027Workshop: Financial Projections for Start-UpsVirtual Sign UpThis is THE workshop where you can receive FREE accounting advice from certified public accountants. Anthony Mangiarelli, Co-Chair of the Rhode Island Business Competition and a Partner at KLR, and some members of his team will provide valuable accounting advice geared towards entrepreneurs.
This event will be virtual and the Zoom link will be posted on the day of the event. It begins at 5:30pm. It is free and open to the public.