Innovation Communities
WomenIN
WomenIN is an effort that will empower aspiring women throughout the entire state of Indiana by providing resources and a network to increase the future growth of women entrepreneurs by creating a supportive ecosystem. WomenIN will open up resources typically reserved for Purdue Foundry clients to all women in the state.
FoundryX
With the Purdue Foundry Exchange (FoundryX), we are inviting industry players to come alongside our technology experts; with the hope that they will fill the business end of the startup equation through roles as advisors, mentors, employees, C-suite executives and even Co-founders
Spirited Entrepreneur
A community of innovators and entrepreneurs that gather monthly for networking. This event is specifically aimed at making connections that can lead to partnerships, funding and connecting to talent and other key resources.
Foundry Grounds
A community of innovators and entrepreneurs that gather weekly on Friday mornings for networking and learning opportunities. Each Friday is dedicated to sharing entrepreneurial and innovation insights from seasoned veterans as well as providing deep information about innovation and entrepreneurial topics and how to access resources. Networking during Foundry Grounds is aimed at making connections that can lead to partnerships, funding and connecting to talent and other key resources.