EVENTS
NETWORK & SHOWCASE
We host programs and events to maximize opportunities to solve challenges and create connections.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Fri, Feb 27BostonJoin us, in collaboration with Startup Boston, for an exclusive DealFlow Mixer connecting pre-seed and seed-stage founders with active investors. This high-signal event focuses on meaningful conversations—no pitches, just real connections. Space is limited and registration requests are reviewed.
Wed, Mar 04Zoom EventSteven Saunders, Chair of Intellectual Property at Nutter in Boston, will lead this webinar on IP strategies, covering best practices for protecting and monetizing intellectual property. This is a complimentary event.
Wed, Mar 11Zoom EventA complimentary, interactive zoom session to inform applicants on the process, next steps, elements the judges are looking for, and answer questions about the program.
Thu, Mar 19Virtual EventInternational Startups part of the 2026 Global Eddies Cohort will make their virtual debut into the U.S. Ecosystem. Join us to hear more about their ground-breaking technologies
Thu, Mar 26Zoom EventA complimentary, interactive zoom session to inform applicants on the process, next steps, elements the judges are looking for, and answer questions about the program.
Fri, Mar 27Lost Shoe Brewing & Roasting CompanyJoin us for a morning networking event with fresh coffee and conversation alongside business leaders and innovators, with a special meet-and-greet featuring Senator Jamie Eldridge and Representative Danielle Gregoire. Limited spots available.
Mon, Apr 06Zoom EventA complimentary, interactive zoom session to inform applicants on the process, next steps, elements the judges are looking for, and answer questions about the program.
Thu, Apr 16Innov8 (400 Presidential Way)Focused on moving beyond the hype, this forum will provide practical, actionable insights on AI automation, impact and challenges faced. From generative AI to enterprise automation, gain a competitive edge by learning how to turn AI capability into tangible impact.
SIGNATURE EVENTS
The Eddies Showcase
The Eddies' Showcase (a.k.a. New England Innovation Showcase) is the Final, and Only Live Judging part of each year's Innovation Competition. The Showcase is an exciting, highly anticipated, and thoroughly inspiring event that brings together the region’s innovators, business leaders, academics and investors.
Evening of Innovation
The Eddies Season culminates with a highly celebratory event, The Evening of Innovation / Awards Night. Past Award Winners, Alumni, Judges, Mentors, Sponsors, Partners, Accelerator & Incubator Representatives and Academia come together to honor the year's cohort, celebrate all things innovation, and hail the Finalists and Winners of the competition.
Virtual Global Eddies
The Eddies Global program spans over 10 weeks (January to March) and culminates with a Virtual Showcase featuring 8-10 International Companies that have recently launched operations in New England, or plan to do so, in the near future; the showcase usually takes place the last week of March.