Sponsorship Opportunities
RI-CIE's mission to connect, educate and mentor high technology entrepreneurs and start-ups has gained much momentum during the past two years. During this past season alone, over 900 people attended our educational programs, workshops and networking events.
Your sponsorship directly pays for entrepreneurs to continue benefitting from RI-CIE's suite of programs. At the same time, you are supporting a robust entrepreneurial community, while contributing to the state's workforce development, wealth generation and overall economic vitality.
$5,000 for the 2011-2012 Season
Benefits include
-Moderating a Forum and/or Workshop during the season
-Sponsoring a LunchLab or After Dark during the season
-Unlimited attendance at Forums for employees of your organization
-Mentoring at RI-CIE Office Hours
-Participating on our Advisory Committee, which recommends topics and speakers
-Enjoying special visibility on RI-CIE's website
Supporters
$1,500 for the 2011-2012 Season
Benefits include
-Participation in our inaugural Internship Program and Career Fair for RI-based start-up companies
-Promotional opportunities on RI-CIE's website featuring local "success stories"
Networking events that regularly convene local entrepreneurs
For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact Leigh Kendall at leigh_kendall@brown.edu
Our Programs
RI-CIE offers educational programs and events throughout the year to give entrepreneurs a solid foundation in the process of successfully launching and growing a venture.
Our Services
RI-CIE's network of seasoned mentors includes entrepreneurs, business development, marketing, financing and legal experts.
Our Facilities
RI-CIE occupies over 9,000 square feet of prime office space at One Davol Square, in the heart of Providence's Knowledge District.