2026 Industry Spotlight Series- Interest Form

The Industry Spotlight Series aims to bolster Rhode Island's industrial landscape by fostering networking and idea exchange among industry leaders, investors, academics, prospective employees, and community members. 


By engaging with the Industry Spotlight Series, participants not only support the growth and innovation of Rhode Island's industries but also gain strategic visibility and networking opportunities. 


Levels of Engagement

Involvement Roles

Planning Committee/Advisors 

Helps define the vision, the topics, and the lead partners for each event

Participates in planning meetings for each event

Leverages networks to encourage engagement

Helps to identify and secure series sponsors

Lead Partner- Innovate Newport is excited to invite companies and organizations to co-lead our Industry Spotlight Series— This is your opportunity to take center stage in shaping these impactful events while showcasing your leadership and vision within our dynamic business community.  

Serve as the lead advisor in event planning

Identify and secure moderator, panelists, and exhibitors

Prepare and communicate with panelists

Collaborate with the moderator to develop panel discussion questions

Deliver a 15-minute “State of the Industry” address in Rhode Island, or identify the “right person” to deliver the State of the Industry

Engage in the panel discussion led by the event moderator

Participate in networking and host an exhibit table at the event

Support the marketing efforts to promote attendance


“State of the Industry” Presenter

Gives an overview of the current state of the industry, the opportunities and challenges facing RI, and the success stories.


Moderator 

Works with the Lead Presenter to develop discussion questions and work with the other panelists. 

Moderates the panel. 


Panelists

Provide diverse perspectives on the industry. 

Prepare and coordinate with the moderator, lead presenter, and event organizer. 

Join networking and optionally have exhibit tables.

Startups for the Exhibit

Showcase innovative products or services relevant to the industry theme of the event.

Connect directly with potential customers, investors, collaborators, and talent.

Gain visibility within the Rhode Island innovation ecosystem.

Engage in networking to build partnerships and gather feedback.

Sponsor

Sponsoring the Industry Spotlight Series offers a unique opportunity to showcase your brand to leading innovators, entrepreneurs, and industry experts driving economic growth and innovation in the region.


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Please share your thoughts on why you think this particular industry should be featured in the Industry Spotlight Series?

There are multiple ways in which to get involved in the Industry Spotlight Series.

In what capacity would you like to engage? (you can select more than one):

  • Planning Committee/Advisor
  • Lead Partner
  • "State of the Industry" Presenter
  • Moderator
  • Panelist
  • Startup for the Exhibit
  • Sponsor


What do you hope to gain from this engagement?

Please share your vision for the event: Potential keynote speaker, panelists, exhibitors, content and theme. 

(This will take time to develop, and you may not have it now, but please share if you do).