What’s standing in the way of your manufacturing success in Pawtucket, and how can we tackle it together? Held at Cooley Group in Pawtucket, Polaris MEP and the Pawtucket Foundation are teaming up to hear directly from local manufacturers about the unique challenges they face at the Pawtucket Manufacturers Forum. Date: December 9, 2025 Location: […]
The 2025 Eastern Defense Summit, formerly known as the annual CDCA Defense Summit, is one of the largest defense-focused events on the East Coast, bringing more than 2,000 government, military, academia, and industry leaders together to better understand and address today’s challenges and threats within our defense industry. This event serves as a mechanism for […]
Join us as we close out the year with a celebration of what’s next in manufacturing technology. From advanced tools to emerging processes, Lunch & Learn: Tech the Halls is your chance to explore the innovations shaping the future of industry—without needing to know the tech in advance. Date: December 10, 2025 Location: 315 Iron […]
When the unexpected happens—will your team be ready? In this 90-minute session, we’ll break down the why and how of effective Emergency Action Plans (EAPs). From fire drills to chemical spills, knowing your team’s roles and responsibilities can mean the difference between chaos and control. Date: January 14, 2026 Location: 315 Iron Horse Way, Providence […]
Apex Defense, in collaboration with the Hudson Institute, is purpose-built to bridge the gap between operational need and technological capability. Apex offers numerous options to support accessibility for small and medium sized businesses, with partnership options carrying huge benefits, available for technology vendors under 50 employees. Dates: January 27-28, 2026 Location: Ballrooms, Walter E. Washington […]
The 2026 Federal & Defense Contracting Matchmaking Event is designed to connect businesses directly with federal agencies, large defense prime contractors and local resource partners. Through one-on-one matchmaking sessions and networking opportunities, you’ll gain direct access to procurement representatives and decision-makers. Dates: February 5-7, 2026 Location: Crowne Plaza, Warwick RI Event Type: Partner
The Blue Innovation Symposium offers delegates from all over the world exclusive access to all the latest trends, forecasts and innovations in the ocean industries. Keynote speakers and specialist panels […]
According to the 2025 Global Leadership Forecast, only 26% of leaders rate their leadership development as ‘high quality’. Where does your company land on that pendulum? Join us for a hands on, free lunch and learn hosted by Leadership Expert, Chris Cinieri. Date: February 11, 2026 Location: 315 Iron Horse Way, Providence RI 02908 Event […]
Join Polaris MEP’s Workforce Team as we lead Manufacturers through an assessment to uncover the current and future workforce needs for Manufacturing and Ocean Technology Companies across the Greater Newport Area. Date: February 19, 2026 Location: TBD, Greater Newport Area, RI Event Type: Polaris MEP / 401 Tech Bridge
Do leaders lack the essential interaction skills that are critical for leadership success? This foundation-level course helps managers and supervisors communicate effectively so they can spark action in others. This course highlights to leaders that engaging the “head”—the business outcome of the conversation—is just as critical as recognizing and addressing the “heart”—people’s feelings such as […]
The New Bedford Ocean Economy Conference is taking place in historic downtown New Bedford, April 13-15, 2026. The conference builds on the success of our annual offshore wind conference with more tours and expanded programming across four program tracks: Aquaculture, Commercial Fishing, Marine Technology, and Offshore Wind. Don’t miss the opportunity to join blue economy […]