FORGE Spring Showcase: Celebrating 10 Years of Impact
An exciting evening of networking, live speakers, and a look back at 10 years of FORGE’s Manufacturing Initiative.
Join us for the FORGE Spring Showcase at the Charles River Museum – 154 Moody St, Waltham, MA 02453
The event brings together emerging, local hardtech companies, manufacturers, investors, and other ecosystem collaborators to celebrate 10 years of FORGE’s Manufacturing Initiative.
Over 200 attendees will join a celebration of the local hardtech innovation community.
Event Agenda
4:30 PM – Event Begins
Kick off the evening with networking and introductions. Meet the 20+ startup and supplier exhibitors.
6:00 PM – Speaking Program
- Opening remarks
- Startup & supplier success stories featuring florrent and Alternative Manufacturing Inc.
- Panel Discussion: “FORGEing Bridges – How to Build & Connect Startup & Manufacturing Ecosystems,” featuring:
- Ashley Stolba, Interim Massachusetts Secretary of Economic Development
- Paul Lavoie, Chief Manufacturing Officer of Connecticut
- Carolyn Kirk, CEO of MassTech Collaborative
- Jessica Dodge, Connecticut Office of Innovation
7:00 PM – Networking Continues
Reconnect and explore startup prototypes.
8:00 PM – Celebration & Refreshments
Raise a glass to 10 years of FORGE’s Manufacturing Initiative!