Dirigo Speaker Series

Understand the story and the technology behind Maine’s most promising startups and innovative companies.
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Each monthly Speaker Series conversation is like an episode of “How I Built This”, except you get to ask the questions.

In our small-group setting, founders and leaders share real advice on how they overcame challenges, capitalized on their target market, and developed their product. Offered as part of the Dirigo Labs Innovation Ecosystem, each conversation provides you with actionable insight for your own products and processes.

Join us each month for insightful conversation with Maine’s innovation community.

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Upcoming Speaker Series

February 17 Speaker Series: From STEM to Startup: A Discussion on Innovation in Education with Dr. Jeremy Qualls

Tuesday, February 17 | 5:30 – 7:00 pm | Thomas College – “Dog Pound” Located in the Spann Commons – 180 West River Road, Waterville, ME

Bring your questions and join in-person or register to watch online using the QR code on the flyer.

Recent Speakers

View a few of our recent Speaker Series conversations below, or view more here.

Janaury ’26: Future Plans for Waterville’s Sacred Heart Church With Jonathan Godbout
December ’25: Human-Centered AI and Collaborative Innovation with Dr. David Watts
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