On Thursday, June 8th Venture Cafe and CIC Providence will be hosting a Pride Career Fair and Resource Expo! This special morning program will be a part of the lead up to the 47th Rhode Island PrideFest, and will include expo tables from local businesses and organizations who are owned by or support the LGBTQIA+ community. The event will conclude with an impactful panel discussion. Coffee provided by Aloft Providence and food provided by Ellie’s. Agenda: 9:00-11:00 AM – Pride Career Fair & Resource Expo Tables 10:30 AM -11:30 AM – Panel Discussion Expo Tables:  Peace of Mind Nannies Comparion Insurance Agency SHIP LUNA Community Care SEG CIC Masschallenge Res American Bistro Open Door Health VICTA Warehouse Exchange *Interested in having an expo table at the career fair? Fill out this form and we’ll be in touch!

Innovation can take many forms. Sometimes in the form of a craft beverage! Enjoy a curated selection of beer and wine while connecting and engaging with members from the innovation ecosystem here in the Greater Providence area. Non-alcoholic options will be available as well. Remember, Venture Cafe is for everyone! Craft beer graciously provided by our beverage sponsor, The Guild Brewing Company. About The Guild Brewing Company: The Guild Brewing Company is a craft centric brewery based in Pawtucket, RI that not only produces its own beer brands but works with nine other craft breweries to assist them in growing their brands. Established in 2017, The Guild is now the largest brewery in Rhode Island and one of the Top 75 producers in the United States. The Guild also serves the public with a beer hall and special events hall in Pawtucket, and has added two other locations: a beer hall in Warren and a beer garden in Innovation District Park in Providence. For more information, please go to TheGuildRI.com.

Join us as ewe recognize Juneteenth and celebrate Black entrepreneurs and those who support them with the Black Business Expo! Featuring:  Ngozi West End Community Revival Association Kin Southern Table and Bar A Sweet Creation Youth Org Distant.Relatives The Black Leaf Tea & Culture Shop CRAVEInfused The African Pipeline LLC Caribe & Co. Fab Living Digital Bizz Management  

June 19th, 1865 was a date that means so much to Texas. On that day in Galveston, Texas, slaves learned they were free. But actually realizing that freedom? It didn’t come easy. “Juneteenth: 1865-2021” looks back at the meaning of Juneteenth and its history in southeast Texas. Screening Presented By: The MUSE Foundation of Rhode Island

Join us for an inspiring discussion as this panel of accomplished professionals share their personal experiences and insights on how to overcome challenges and achieve their definition of success in today’s world. They will discuss the importance of education, mentorship, networking, and entrepreneurship, as well as how to navigate systemic barriers and discrimination. This event will be a great opportunity to learn from and network with like-minded individuals who are committed to uplifting the Black community and breaking down barriers to success. Don’t miss out on this engaging and thought-provoking discussion!

Join us for a Lunch and Learn featuring an innovative company located here at CIC Providence! There will be a presentation followed by time for Q&A and open networking. This is a free event with lunch provided by the Venture Cafe team. Agenda:  11:45 AM: Arrive, check-in and grab lunch 12:00 PM: Open remarks from Venture Cafe 12:05 PM: Presentation from featured organization 12:35 PM: Open Q&A 1:00 PM: Networking

Innovation can take many forms. Sometimes in the form of a craft beverage! Enjoy a curated selection of beer and wine while connecting and engaging with members from the innovation ecosystem here in the Greater Providence area. Non-alcoholic options will be available as well. Remember, Venture Cafe is for everyone! Craft beer graciously provided by our beverage sponsor, The Guild Brewing Company. About The Guild Brewing Company: The Guild Brewing Company is a craft centric brewery based in Pawtucket, RI that not only produces its own beer brands but works with nine other craft breweries to assist them in growing their brands. Established in 2017, The Guild is now the largest brewery in Rhode Island and one of the Top 75 producers in the United States. The Guild also serves the public with a beer hall and special events hall in Pawtucket, and has added two other locations: a beer hall in Warren and a beer garden in Innovation District Park in Providence. For more information, please go to TheGuildRI.com.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful force transforming various industries, and its impact on education is profound. This 30-minute session aims to explore how AI is accelerating educational technology (EdTech) and revolutionizing the way we learn, teach, and administer education. Join us to discover the potential of AI in empowering personalized learning, automating administrative processes, and fostering innovative teaching methodologies.

The AI Revolution is here! And the possibilities are endless. Join this session to learn how you can utilize AI to grow your business, increase productivity, and access marketing superpowers. Led by Chris Parisi, founder of Trailblaze Marketing and host of AI Wave podcast, he will be joined by Trailblaze’s AI guru, Kyle Steinberg, to give you specific tools, tips, and trends you can utilize to grow your business.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a rapidly advancing technology that holds immense potential to transform various aspects of our lives. However, like any powerful tool, AI brings both benefits and challenges. This thought-provoking panel discussion aims to explore the pros and cons of AI, delving into its impact on society, ethics, economy, and the future of work. Join us for an engaging debate where experts will present contrasting viewpoints, providing valuable insights into the promises and concerns surrounding AI. Who Should Attend: Innovators who are curious about AI Policy makers and government officials Ethicists and researchers focusing on AI ethics Students and academics interested in AI’s impact on society Join us for this stimulating panel discussion, where diverse viewpoints on the pros and cons of AI will be explored. Gain valuable insights into the complexities of AI’s impact on our world and contribute to the ongoing dialogue on responsible AI development and deployment.

Innovation can take many forms. Sometimes in the form of a craft beverage! Enjoy a curated selection of beer and wine while connecting and engaging with members from the innovation ecosystem here in the Greater Providence area. Non-alcoholic options will be available as well. Remember, Venture Cafe is for everyone! Craft beer graciously provided by our beverage sponsor, The Guild Brewing Company. About The Guild Brewing Company: The Guild Brewing Company is a craft centric brewery based in Pawtucket, RI that not only produces its own beer brands but works with nine other craft breweries to assist them in growing their brands. Established in 2017, The Guild is now the largest brewery in Rhode Island and one of the Top 75 producers in the United States. The Guild also serves the public with a beer hall and special events hall in Pawtucket, and has added two other locations: a beer hall in Warren and a beer garden in Innovation District Park in Providence. For more information, please go to TheGuildRI.com.

Join the monthly Community Coffee in partnership with MassChallenge RI and The Greater Providence CTO & CIO’s Group! Network with fellow innovators from these communities, and provide feedback to a featured startup each month who will practice their pitch for the group. Interested in being a pitching startup? Fill out this form and the Venture Cafe team will be in touch.  9:00 AM – Check in and enjoy coffee and bagels 9:30 AM – Welcome from Venture Cafe Providence, MassChallenge, and the Providence CTO/CIO Group 9:45 AM – Featured startup pitch (5 mins max) followed by audience Q&A and feedback 10:15-11:00 AM – Open networking   About MassChallenge MassChallenge is the global network for innovators. Headquartered in the United States with eight locations worldwide, it is the non-profit’s mission to help bold entrepreneurs disrupt the status quo and create sustainable change. Since launching in 2009, MassChallenge has run accelerator programs in 20 countries, supported more than 3,000 startups from around the world, and awarded over $17M in equity-free cash and prizes. Learn more about MassChallenge at masschallenge.org.   About the Greater Providence CTO & CIO Meetup Group An informal group of local Chief Technology Officer and Chief Information Officers in the Greater Providence Community. Each week they meet for knowledge sharing and roundtable discussions around relevant tech topics and challenges.

Innovation can take many forms. Sometimes in the form of a craft beverage! Enjoy a curated selection of beer and wine while connecting and engaging with members from the innovation ecosystem here in the Greater Providence area. Non-alcoholic options will be available as well. Remember, Venture Cafe is for everyone! Craft beer graciously provided by our beverage sponsor, The Guild Brewing Company. About The Guild Brewing Company: The Guild Brewing Company is a craft centric brewery based in Pawtucket, RI that not only produces its own beer brands but works with nine other craft breweries to assist them in growing their brands. Established in 2017, The Guild is now the largest brewery in Rhode Island and one of the Top 75 producers in the United States. The Guild also serves the public with a beer hall and special events hall in Pawtucket, and has added two other locations: a beer hall in Warren and a beer garden in Innovation District Park in Providence. For more information, please go to TheGuildRI.com.

Join us for a Lunch and Learn featuring an innovative company located here at CIC Providence! There will be a presentation followed by time for Q&A and open networking. This is a free event with lunch provided by the Venture Cafe team. Agenda:  11:45 AM: Arrive, check-in and grab lunch 12:00 PM: Open remarks from Venture Cafe 12:05 PM: Presentation from featured organization 12:35 PM: Open Q&A 1:00 PM: Networking

Innovation can take many forms. Sometimes in the form of a craft beverage! Enjoy a curated selection of beer and wine while connecting and engaging with members from the innovation ecosystem here in the Greater Providence area. Non-alcoholic options will be available as well. Remember, Venture Cafe is for everyone! Craft beer graciously provided by our beverage sponsor, The Guild Brewing Company. About The Guild Brewing Company: The Guild Brewing Company is a craft centric brewery based in Pawtucket, RI that not only produces its own beer brands but works with nine other craft breweries to assist them in growing their brands. Established in 2017, The Guild is now the largest brewery in Rhode Island and one of the Top 75 producers in the United States. The Guild also serves the public with a beer hall and special events hall in Pawtucket, and has added two other locations: a beer hall in Warren and a beer garden in Innovation District Park in Providence. For more information, please go to TheGuildRI.com.

Join the monthly Community Coffee in partnership with MassChallenge RI and The Greater Providence CTO & CIO’s Group! Network with fellow innovators from these communities, and provide feedback to a featured startup each month who will practice their pitch for the group. Interested in being a pitching startup? Fill out this form and the Venture Cafe team will be in touch.  9:00 AM – Check in and enjoy coffee and bagels 9:30 AM – Welcome from Venture Cafe Providence, MassChallenge, and the Providence CTO/CIO Group 9:45 AM – Featured startup pitch (5 mins max) followed by audience Q&A and feedback 10:15-11:00 AM – Open networking   About MassChallenge MassChallenge is the global network for innovators. Headquartered in the United States with eight locations worldwide, it is the non-profit’s mission to help bold entrepreneurs disrupt the status quo and create sustainable change. Since launching in 2009, MassChallenge has run accelerator programs in 20 countries, supported more than 3,000 startups from around the world, and awarded over $17M in equity-free cash and prizes. Learn more about MassChallenge at masschallenge.org.   About the Greater Providence CTO & CIO Meetup Group An informal group of local Chief Technology Officer and Chief Information Officers in the Greater Providence Community. Each week they meet for knowledge sharing and roundtable discussions around relevant tech topics and challenges.

Innovation can take many forms. Sometimes in the form of a craft beverage! Enjoy a curated selection of beer and wine while connecting and engaging with members from the innovation ecosystem here in the Greater Providence area. Non-alcoholic options will be available as well. Remember, Venture Cafe is for everyone! Craft beer graciously provided by our beverage sponsor, The Guild Brewing Company. About The Guild Brewing Company: The Guild Brewing Company is a craft centric brewery based in Pawtucket, RI that not only produces its own beer brands but works with nine other craft breweries to assist them in growing their brands. Established in 2017, The Guild is now the largest brewery in Rhode Island and one of the Top 75 producers in the United States. The Guild also serves the public with a beer hall and special events hall in Pawtucket, and has added two other locations: a beer hall in Warren and a beer garden in Innovation District Park in Providence. For more information, please go to TheGuildRI.com.

Join us for a Lunch and Learn featuring an innovative company located here at CIC Providence! There will be a presentation followed by time for Q&A and open networking. This is a free event with lunch provided by the Venture Cafe team. Agenda:  11:45 AM: Arrive, check-in and grab lunch 12:00 PM: Open remarks from Venture Cafe 12:05 PM: Presentation from featured organization 12:35 PM: Open Q&A 1:00 PM: Networking

Innovation can take many forms. Sometimes in the form of a craft beverage! Enjoy a curated selection of beer and wine while connecting and engaging with members from the innovation ecosystem here in the Greater Providence area. Non-alcoholic options will be available as well. Remember, Venture Cafe is for everyone! Craft beer graciously provided by our beverage sponsor, The Guild Brewing Company. About The Guild Brewing Company: The Guild Brewing Company is a craft centric brewery based in Pawtucket, RI that not only produces its own beer brands but works with nine other craft breweries to assist them in growing their brands. Established in 2017, The Guild is now the largest brewery in Rhode Island and one of the Top 75 producers in the United States. The Guild also serves the public with a beer hall and special events hall in Pawtucket, and has added two other locations: a beer hall in Warren and a beer garden in Innovation District Park in Providence. For more information, please go to TheGuildRI.com.

Join the monthly Community Coffee in partnership with MassChallenge RI and The Greater Providence CTO & CIO’s Group! Network with fellow innovators from these communities, and provide feedback to a featured startup each month who will practice their pitch for the group. Interested in being a pitching startup? Fill out this form and the Venture Cafe team will be in touch.  9:00 AM – Check in and enjoy coffee and bagels 9:30 AM – Welcome from Venture Cafe Providence, MassChallenge, and the Providence CTO/CIO Group 9:45 AM – Featured startup pitch (5 mins max) followed by audience Q&A and feedback 10:15-11:00 AM – Open networking About MassChallenge MassChallenge is the global network for innovators. Headquartered in the United States with eight locations worldwide, it is the non-profit’s mission to help bold entrepreneurs disrupt the status quo and create sustainable change. Since launching in 2009, MassChallenge has run accelerator programs in 20 countries, supported more than 3,000 startups from around the world, and awarded over $17M in equity-free cash and prizes. Learn more about MassChallenge at masschallenge.org.   About the Greater Providence CTO & CIO Meetup Group An informal group of local Chief Technology Officer and Chief Information Officers in the Greater Providence Community. Each week they meet for knowledge sharing and roundtable discussions around relevant tech topics and challenges.

Innovation can take many forms. Sometimes in the form of a craft beverage! Enjoy a curated selection of beer and wine while connecting and engaging with members from the innovation ecosystem here in the Greater Providence area. Non-alcoholic options will be available as well. Remember, Venture Cafe is for everyone! Craft beer graciously provided by our beverage sponsor, The Guild Brewing Company. About The Guild Brewing Company: The Guild Brewing Company is a craft centric brewery based in Pawtucket, RI that not only produces its own beer brands but works with nine other craft breweries to assist them in growing their brands. Established in 2017, The Guild is now the largest brewery in Rhode Island and one of the Top 75 producers in the United States. The Guild also serves the public with a beer hall and special events hall in Pawtucket, and has added two other locations: a beer hall in Warren and a beer garden in Innovation District Park in Providence. For more information, please go to TheGuildRI.com.

Join us for a Lunch and Learn featuring an innovative company located here at CIC Providence! There will be a presentation followed by time for Q&A and open networking. This is a free event with lunch provided by the Venture Cafe team. Agenda:  11:45 AM: Arrive, check-in and grab lunch 12:00 PM: Open remarks from Venture Cafe 12:05 PM: Presentation from featured organization 12:35 PM: Open Q&A 1:00 PM: Networking

The Technology Showcase & Networking will highlight the next wave of potential spinouts from Brown University. Tables throughout the space will feature 20-25 early companies and pre-companies interested in engaging with funders, scientific partners, and/or business professionals. During the showcase, enjoy complimentary beer, wine, and h’orderves! About Brown Technology Innovations: The mission of Brown Technology Innovations is to put Brown University’s technology first to drive commercial outcomes that benefit the University and society. With its responsibilities to manage the university’s patent portfolio, the Brown University technology transfer office, called Brown Technology Innovations is first and foremost focused on commercialization.

*Limited seating available, pre-registration for this portion of the event is highly recommended!* Programming Schedule: 4:15-5:00 PM – Keynote Address: There’s Something in the Water 5:00-5:45 PM – Fireside Chat: Riding the Wave 5:45-6:00 PM – Awards Ceremony: The Ripple Effect About the Event: There’s something in the water … Brown recently announced the bold “Operational Plan for Investing in Research” a comprehensive strategy for targeted investments and increased support structures for faculty, staff and students, as well as expanded research facilities. These efforts are contributing to a construction boom in Providence’s Jewelry District, with new research and commercialization facilities expected to come online within the coming years. Entrepreneurship is flourishing in Rhode Island with Rhode Island Startup Week growing from a single-day event to a weeklong celebration of local innovation. Further, PitchBook recently ranked Brown in the Top 20 for number of startup founders, among universities worldwide, and No. 1 for the most money raised per entrepreneur.  The Innovation@Brown Showcase celebrates and builds on these developments, providing an opportunity for you to meet investors, academic researchers, entrepreneurs and regional leaders and learn more about this growing ecosystem around Brown. The event will include a keynote address, a conversation with Rhode Island startups, an award ceremony recognizing recent groundbreaking inventions, a technology showcase and opportunities to learn more about working with Brown and others leading the way in innovation. About Brown Technology Innovations: The mission of Brown Technology Innovations is to put Brown University’s technology first to drive commercial outcomes that benefit the University and society. With its responsibilities to manage the university’s patent portfolio, the Brown University technology transfer office, called Brown Technology Innovations is first and foremost focused on commercialization.

Following the speaking program, continue to mingle with guests and the next wave of potential spinouts from Brown University. Tables throughout the space will feature 20-25 early companies and pre-companies interested in engaging with funders, scientific partners, and/or business professionals. Enjoy complimentary beer, wine, and h’orderves! About Brown Technology Innovations: The mission of Brown Technology Innovations is to put Brown University’s technology first to drive commercial outcomes that benefit the University and society. With its responsibilities to manage the university’s patent portfolio, the Brown University technology transfer office, called Brown Technology Innovations is first and foremost focused on commercialization.  

Join the monthly Community Coffee in partnership with MassChallenge RI and The Greater Providence CTO & CIO’s Group! Network with fellow innovators from these communities, and provide feedback to a featured startup each month who will practice their pitch for the group. Interested in being a pitching startup? Fill out this form and the Venture Cafe team will be in touch.  Program: 9:00 AM – Check in and enjoy coffee and bagels 9:30 AM – Welcome from Venture Cafe Providence, MassChallenge, and the Providence CTO/CIO Group 9:45 AM – Featured startup pitch (5 mins max) followed by audience Q&A and feedback 10:15-11:00 AM – Open networking About MassChallenge MassChallenge is the global network for innovators. Headquartered in the United States with eight locations worldwide, it is the non-profit’s mission to help bold entrepreneurs disrupt the status quo and create sustainable change. Since launching in 2009, MassChallenge has run accelerator programs in 20 countries, supported more than 3,000 startups from around the world, and awarded over $17M in equity-free cash and prizes. Learn more about MassChallenge at masschallenge.org. About the Greater Providence CTO & CIO Meetup Group An informal group of local Chief Technology Officer and Chief Information Officers in the Greater Providence Community. Each week they meet for knowledge sharing and roundtable discussions around relevant tech topics and challenges.

Innovation can take many forms. Sometimes in the form of a craft beverage! Enjoy a curated selection of beer and wine while connecting and engaging with members from the innovation ecosystem here in the Greater Providence area. Non-alcoholic options will be available as well. Remember, Venture Cafe is for everyone! Craft beer graciously provided by our beverage sponsor, The Guild Brewing Company. About The Guild Brewing Company: The Guild Brewing Company is a craft centric brewery based in Pawtucket, RI that not only produces its own beer brands but works with nine other craft breweries to assist them in growing their brands. Established in 2017, The Guild is now the largest brewery in Rhode Island and one of the Top 75 producers in the United States. The Guild also serves the public with a beer hall and special events hall in Pawtucket, and has added two other locations: a beer hall in Warren and a beer garden in Innovation District Park in Providence. For more information, please go to TheGuildRI.com.

Join us for a Lunch and Learn featuring an innovative company located here at CIC Providence! There will be a presentation followed by time for Q&A and open networking. This is a free event with lunch provided by the Venture Cafe team. Agenda:  11:45 AM: Arrive, check-in and grab lunch 12:00 PM: Open remarks from Venture Cafe 12:05 PM: Presentation from featured organization 12:35 PM: Open Q&A 1:00 PM: Networking

Innovation can take many forms. Sometimes in the form of a craft beverage! Enjoy a curated selection of beer and wine while connecting and engaging with members from the innovation ecosystem here in the Greater Providence area. Non-alcoholic options will be available as well. Remember, Venture Cafe is for everyone! Craft beer graciously provided by our beverage sponsor, The Guild Brewing Company. About The Guild Brewing Company: The Guild Brewing Company is a craft centric brewery based in Pawtucket, RI that not only produces its own beer brands but works with nine other craft breweries to assist them in growing their brands. Established in 2017, The Guild is now the largest brewery in Rhode Island and one of the Top 75 producers in the United States. The Guild also serves the public with a beer hall and special events hall in Pawtucket, and has added two other locations: a beer hall in Warren and a beer garden in Innovation District Park in Providence. For more information, please go to TheGuildRI.com.

Join the monthly Community Coffee in partnership with MassChallenge RI and The Greater Providence CTO & CIO’s Group! Network with fellow innovators from these communities, and provide feedback to a featured startup each month who will practice their pitch for the group. Interested in being a pitching startup? Fill out this form and the Venture Cafe team will be in touch.  Program: 9:00 AM – Check in and enjoy coffee and bagels 9:30 AM – Welcome from Venture Cafe Providence, MassChallenge, and the Providence CTO/CIO Group 9:45 AM – Featured startup pitch (5 mins max) followed by audience Q&A and feedback 10:15-11:00 AM – Open networking About MassChallenge MassChallenge is the global network for innovators. Headquartered in the United States with eight locations worldwide, it is the non-profit’s mission to help bold entrepreneurs disrupt the status quo and create sustainable change. Since launching in 2009, MassChallenge has run accelerator programs in 20 countries, supported more than 3,000 startups from around the world, and awarded over $17M in equity-free cash and prizes. Learn more about MassChallenge at masschallenge.org.   About the Greater Providence CTO & CIO Meetup Group An informal group of local Chief Technology Officer and Chief Information Officers in the Greater Providence Community. Each week they meet for knowledge sharing and roundtable discussions around relevant tech topics and challenges.

Innovation can take many forms. Sometimes in the form of a craft beverage! Enjoy a curated selection of beer and wine while connecting and engaging with members from the innovation ecosystem here in the Greater Providence area. Non-alcoholic options will be available as well. Remember, Venture Cafe is for everyone! Craft beer graciously provided by our beverage sponsor, The Guild Brewing Company. About The Guild Brewing Company: The Guild Brewing Company is a craft centric brewery based in Pawtucket, RI that not only produces its own beer brands but works with nine other craft breweries to assist them in growing their brands. Established in 2017, The Guild is now the largest brewery in Rhode Island and one of the Top 75 producers in the United States. The Guild also serves the public with a beer hall and special events hall in Pawtucket, and has added two other locations: a beer hall in Warren and a beer garden in Innovation District Park in Providence. For more information, please go to TheGuildRI.com.

Innovation can take many forms. Sometimes in the form of a craft beverage! Enjoy a curated selection of beer and wine while connecting and engaging with members from the innovation ecosystem here in the Greater Providence area. Non-alcoholic options will be available as well. Remember, Venture Cafe is for everyone! Sponsored by: The Guild

Innovation can take many forms. Sometimes in the form of a craft beverage! Enjoy a curated selection of beer and wine while connecting and engaging with members from the innovation ecosystem here in the Greater Providence area. Non-alcoholic options will be available as well. Remember, Venture Cafe is for everyone! Craft beer graciously provided by our beverage sponsor, The Guild Brewing Company. About The Guild Brewing Company: The Guild Brewing Company is a craft centric brewery based in Pawtucket, RI that not only produces its own beer brands but works with nine other craft breweries to assist them in growing their brands. Established in 2017, The Guild is now the largest brewery in Rhode Island and one of the Top 75 producers in the United States. The Guild also serves the public with a beer hall and special events hall in Pawtucket, and has added two other locations: a beer hall in Warren and a beer garden in Innovation District Park in Providence. For more information, please go to TheGuildRI.com.