Membership

BFE Members form a dynamic community of knowledge economy entrepreneurs that are connected and educated through programs, networking and mentoring opportunities.  We are part of the Rhode Island Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (RI-CIE) at Brown University, a state-wide hub to connect, educate and accelerate entrepreneurs in areas such as life sciences, technology, design, engineering and the environment.  Your Membership gives you priority access and free business guidance at RI-CIE Office Hours, as well as free admission to Entrepreneur Workshops throughout the season.  Renew your Membership or become a new member anytime between July 1 and September 22, and you're automatically invited to our Season Kick-Off Thursday, September 23 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at One Davol Square in Providence.  This event will feature an Interactive Networking Session by Carolyn Lavin.

Cost per season
General Public $50
Students $20
Renew or become a new member now

Membership benefits include:  

• Free admission to all Entrepreneur Workshops for the 2010-2011 Season
• Priority access and free business guidance at RI-CIE Office Hours 
• Priority access to RI-CIE Incubator 
• Priority access to RI-CIE facilities for meetings
• Discounts on all Forums for the 2010-2011 Season*
• Valuable insights from experts about important start-up and business issues
• Networking with hundreds of entrepreneurs and business professionals from throughout the area

Our event season runs from July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011.  Join as early in the event season as possible to get the best value from your Membership.