Start-up Resources
We are sometimes contacted by companies that are considered a “pre-revenue” or “start-up” company. When this occurs, we are frequently unable to assist them, however, there are numerous resources in Rhode Island to assist these companies. Here are some of those organizations, listed alphabetically, and links to their websites.
CWE – Center for Women and Enterprise
Services, advice, networking, and other resources for small businesses
E For All
A free, one year program providing business training and mentorship
Hope & Main
Culinary Incubator Program, Commercial Kitchen and Co-Packing Services
Innovation Studio
Business consultations and programs to start, build, and grow your business, including preparation to borrow money
New England Medical Innovation Center
Leadership and accelerator program geared towards Medical Technology and Digital Health Solutions
Rhode Island Small Business Development Centers
Offering resources, connections, one-on-one support, and workshops to help Rhode Island entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses, including information about finding funding
RI Small Business HUB
Small Business support program that provides assistance with legal services, accounting and bookkeeping, marketing and communications, and website development
SCORE
Provides free confidential counseling to small businesses, as well as workshops and other resources
SEG – Social Enterprise Greenhouse
A network of business and community leaders and enterprises who contribute time, expertise and funding to grow social impact ecosystems in RI, offering an incubator program and an accelerator program
Venture Cafe
A place for innovators to connect, learn, share, and network through free, high-impact programming and events