UMAINE SHOWCASE DAYS


UMaine Showcase Days are curated campus visits for business and industry leaders who want to explore new ways to innovate, solve real‑world challenges, and grow. Each event offers guided tours of UMaine innovation centers, conversations with experts and industry partners, and time to make meaningful connections.


Upcoming Dates

Showcase Day events alternate between general discovery opportunities and themed events related to select areas of UMaine’s R&D strengths.


Two people work with a cobot in UMaine's B.O.T. Loft.

Discover UMaine Innovation before “On the Road with Mainebiz” comes to campus!

This special UMaine Showcase Day is designed for business and industry leaders who want to see firsthand how UMaine’s R&D, facilities, and talent can support their growth ahead of the Mainebiz “On the Road” event in Orono.

When: Thursday, May 28 2026
Showcase Day: 2-3:30 p.m.
Followed by Mainebiz “On the Road”: 4-6 p.m. (separate registration required)
Where: University of Maine | Orono, ME

On this focused Showcase tour, you will:

Following the Showcase tour, we encourage you to stay on campus for On the Road with Mainebiz: Orono, hosted at the Wells Conference Center, where you can connect with a wider network of business and community leaders. (Separate registration required.)

Mainebiz On the Road Orono promotional image featuring Mainebiz and sponsor logos

More about Showcase Days

Are you looking for new ways to drive innovation, address your business challenges, and expand your network? UMaine Showcase Days are designed for business leaders like you who want to accelerate growth and stay ahead in a competitive landscape.

Tour World-Class Research Facilities: Explore innovation hubs like the Advanced Structures and Composites Center (ASCC), Process Development Center (PDC), Advanced Manufacturing Center (AMC), Technology Research Center (TRC), and Darling Marine Center—each playing a pivotal role in transforming research into real-world impact.
Connect with Researchers and Industry Leaders: Engage directly with faculty, students, and professionals working across forestry, marine science, manufacturing, and recreation to discover potential partnerships and shared opportunities.

Showcase Days happen approximately every six weeks, rotating through UMaine’s innovation centers and select off-campus locations. Each event features targeted tours and curated networking, so you leave with actionable insights and valuable contacts.