WORCESTER, MA & PROVIDENCE, RI— Auxilium, a new capital-backed Innovation Studio and Accelerator based in Worcester, is pleased to announce a partnership with RIHub, Rhode Island’s leading entrepreneurship and innovation center. This collaboration will provide entrepreneurs in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island with greater access to resources, mentorship, and investment opportunities, further strengthening New England as a hub for innovation.
The partnership between Auxilium and RIHub aims to create a stronger pipeline for startups in Central Mass and Rhode Island to scale their businesses. Through shared networks, educational programs, and collaboration, the two organizations will open doors for entrepreneurs seeking to grow their ventures with the right resources and support.
A Powerful Collaboration for Startups
- Expanding Access: The partnership will allow entrepreneurs to take advantage of many educational opportunities, both in-person and remote hosted at Auxilium and RIHub.
- Talent Retention: The initiative will provide a pathway for Rhode Island-based founders to access funding and scale their ventures in New England.
- Investor Networks: Startups will benefit from access to each organization’s networks.
“We are excited to partner with RIHub and create a pathway for entrepreneurs looking to grow and scale their businesses,” said Zachary Dutton, Executive Director of Auxilium. “The talent emerging from Rhode Island’s universities and startup community is impressive, and we look forward to working with RIHub to help them succeed.”
Auxilium’s Accelerator Program, launching in June 2025, will provide startups with a three-month program and an initial investment of $250,000, designed to help them scale quickly. Meanwhile, the Innovation Studio, set to open in Fall 2025, will offer extended residency, mentorship, and staged funding up to $100,000 to support early-stage startups.
“Our partnership with Auxilium is an exciting opportunity to create more resources and support for Rhode Island entrepreneurs.” said Annette Tonti, Executive Director at RIHub. “By working together, we are fostering a stronger, more connected innovation ecosystem that benefits startups at all stages.”
This collaboration underscores the commitment of both organizations to driving innovation, economic development, and entrepreneurial success across state lines.
About Auxilium:
Auxilium’s mission is to empower entrepreneurs by providing the tools, resources and support needed to thrive. The Accelerator, launching its first class in June 2025, and the Innovation Studio, set to open in Fall 2025, will offer 14,000 sq. ft. of workspace, mentorship, and access to a network of industry leaders and investors. Auxilium is a project backed by Rucker Investments, a family office with diversified holdings that is focused on fostering innovation. To learn more or to apply to the Auxilium Accelerator, please visit AuxiliumWorcester.com.
About RIHub
RIHub serves as a central hub for innovation in Rhode Island and its neighboring communities. As a catalyst for entrepreneurship, RIHub provides founders of high-potential growth startups with the tools, resources, and support needed to launch and scale their ventures. RIHub provides comprehensive programs, mentorship, business planning, investor connections, and access to an extensive network of corporate and industry partners—tailored to startups in their early and mid-stages. We guide entrepreneurs along their “commercialization pathway,” enabling them to transform innovative ideas into thriving businesses. RIHub is dedicated to empowering innovators and building successful startups that originate, grow, and scale within our community.
###
Media Contact:
Auxilium Worcester
Stephanie Ramey
(774) 386-2259
StephanieR@ruckerinv.com