Polaris MEP’s Job Instruction (JI) Workshop equips frontline leaders, supervisors, and trainers with a simple yet powerful 4-step method to teach jobs effectively, efficiently, and consistently. Date: November 17, 2025 Location: 315 Iron Horse Way, Providence RI 02908 Event Type: Polaris MEP / 401 Tech Bridge
The Defense TechConnect Innovation Summit and Expo is the nation's premiere defense innovation event, connecting top dual-use solutions providers with top military, industry, and investment leadership. Dates: November 19-21, 2025 Location: National Harbor, MD Event Type: Partner
Celebrate innovation and connection at Tech the Halls, an exclusive after-hours showcase hosted by Polaris MEP at Nautilus Defense in Pawtucket. This festive mini trade show brings together 8–15 Rhode Island manufacturers and tech companies unveiling their latest breakthroughs in materials, automation, and advanced manufacturing. Date: December 4, 2025 Location: 999 Main St., Pawtucket RI […]
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 will explore pertinent topics facing the Blue Economy currently, whilst the conference’s exhibition will provide visitors with the opportunity to experience all the latest products […]
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 […]
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 […]