Rhode Island has incredible potential — talented people, strong communities, and a proud history of entrepreneurship and innovation.
But too often, young talent leaves the state searching for opportunity elsewhere.
The Rhode Island First – Young Leaders Forum is designed to bring people together who want to change that.
By connecting emerging leaders with experienced entrepreneurs, professionals, and community builders, the forum creates space for mentorship, collaboration, and new ideas.
The goal is simple:
Build stronger connections, support the next generation of leadership, and help make Rhode Island a place where opportunity grows.
This forum is the beginning of a growing network focused on mentorship, entrepreneurship, and meaningful civic engagement — all working toward a stronger future for Rhode Island.
Rhode Islanders deserve leadership that creates opportunity, strengthens communities, and delivers real results.
Brewed Awakening
Warwick, Rhode Island
5:30pm – 8:00pm
Space is limited to keep the event conversational and interactive.
Entrepreneurs, professionals, and community leaders will share insights from their experience building businesses, careers, and organizations in Rhode Island.
Potential participants include leaders from:
Strong communities are built when experienced leaders invest in the next generation.
The Young Leaders Forum is designed to:
By bringing different generations of leaders together, the forum helps create the relationships and ideas that will shape Rhode Island’s future.
Rhode Island deserves leadership that puts its people, families, and future first.
The Young Leaders Forum is part of a broader effort to build a stronger Rhode Island — one where opportunity grows, businesses thrive, and the next generation has every reason to stay and build their lives here.
May 30-31, 2026
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