Join the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT on October 28th to celebrate two milestones—the 2-year anniversary of the Regional Innovation Center and the graduation of the 2025 Entrepreneur Academy cohort.

The Regional Innovation Center, operated by the Chamber in downtown New London, opened in 2023 and serves as a hub for entrepreneurship and collaboration, offering coworking space, workshops, and resources that help startups and small businesses thrive. Learn more at ChamberECT.com/regional-innovation-center.

The Entrepreneur Academy – which this year was funded by Liberty Bank, The Simon Konover Company, Waterford Hotel Group, and Goldman Sachs’ 10,000 Small Businesses, is a free 8-week program that helps early-stage entrepreneurs build strong, sustainable ventures. This fall’s 45 participants span industries from hospitality and technology to arts and agriculture—and reflect the region’s rich diversity.

Final Pitch Night features an exhibitor-style showcase where guests including community leaders plus potential investors can meet the entrepreneurs, explore their innovations, and vote for the Most Promising Venture (Top 3 Awards), sponsored by seCTer.

Help us celebrate the region’s newest business leaders!

Registration Fee: $20 | Tickets: info.ChamberECT.com/events