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🌊⚙️ Blue Tech Talk is TOMORROW!

Join Innovate Newport Tuesday, June 16 | 12:00–1:00 PM at for this week’s Blue Tech Talk featuring Aloft Systems.

Hear how Aloft Systems is transforming global shipping with wind-assisted propulsion technology—helping reduce emissions across the maritime industry without changing fuel or infrastructure.

With nearly 90% of global goods moving by ship, innovations like this are reshaping the future of the Blue Economy in real time.

Stick around after the talk for networking, conversation, and connection with founders, innovators, and the growing Rhode Island Blue Tech community.

📍 Innovate Newport, 513 Broadway
📅 Tuesday, June 16, 2026
⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM

Come curious—leave inspired by what’s being built right here in RI 🌊

Sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/blue-tech-talk-aloft-systems-tickets-1986438474952?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

🔥 NEFF 2026 Speaker Reveal is Here! 🔥

RIHub’s New England Female Founders & Friends (NEFF) returns on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, and we’re bringing together an incredible lineup of investors, founders, and ecosystem leaders for an unforgettable afternoon at the beautiful OceanCliff Hotel in Newport.

🎤 Keynote SpeakerLata SettyFounding LP, Investor & Deal Flow Advisor, How Women Invest

🌟 Special GuestCatherine GrayProducer, Show Her The Money

💡 Featured Panelists• Naseem Sayani, Venture Partner, How Women Invest• Richard Lipkin, Advisor, Catalytic Impact / Easton Capital• Tom Sperry, Managing Partner, Rogue Venture Partners• Rachel Butler, President, Catalytic Impact Foundation

Join founders, investors, innovators, creatives, and community leaders from across New England for an afternoon of meaningful connections, candid conversations, and insights on funding, entrepreneurship, and building what’s next.

📅 Wednesday, July 29, 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 OceanCliff Hotel, Newport, RI

Last year’s event sold out and delivered an incredible afternoon of energy, inspiration, and connection. This year’s lineup is raising the bar even higher.

🎟️ Get your ticket now. You are going to want a seat in this room.
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💡 Rhode Island’s own Ted (Howell) Talks to founders!

If you’ve ever wondered how investors evaluate opportunities—or what founders should be thinking about before raising capital—don’t miss Investor Math and the Founder’s Calculus with Ted Howell.

Ted Howell, founder of Howell Legal and trusted startup advisor, has helped countless entrepreneurs navigate fundraising, valuation, and deal structuring. In this engaging session, he’ll break down how deals are appraised from both sides of the table—without the confusing legal jargon.

Whether you’re actively fundraising, planning ahead, or simply curious about how investors think, this is a must-attend conversation for founders.

📅 Wednesday, June 17, 2026
⏰ 3:00–4:00 PM
📍 Innovate Newport
Free and open to the public

Come for the insights. Leave with a clearer understanding of the numbers, negotiations, and decisions that shape startup funding. 🚀

Sign up HERE: https://forms.zohopublic.com/rihub/form/IgniteInvestorMathandtheFoundersCalculus/formperma/oaLPYUjAwQdVjvdI0GUi2y7zhomVjJCFaDWuWpbKYNU