Startup Boston

Do you have eyes on these accelerator deadlines? 👀 They're quickly approaching! 👇 15th: CIC (Cambridge Innovation Center) Social Impact Program 23th: Activate 25th: MassRobotics Accelerator For accelerator links, visit ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eycRD7pM Do you know of others? Tag them below! #startups #accelerators #Boston #NewEngland

As #HispanicHeritageMonth continues, we’re thrilled to recognize more inspiring leaders who are driving impact across diverse industries in the Boston and #NewEngland #startup ecosystem. These trailblazers are pushing boundaries and setting new standards of excellence. 💼 Joseph F. - EVP, CFO, Orva; Angel Investor, Walnut Ventures & TiE Angels; Board Member, MIT Sloan School of Management CFO Summit Joe is a seasoned CFO with over 25 years of experience in financial strategy and scaling companies. His impressive global expertise includes raising $1.6B in equity, negotiating $950MM in debt, and leading a company to unicorn status in just two years. He’s an active angel investor, committed to helping businesses thrive. 📈 Liday Rengifo - Director of Small Business Program, Amplify LatinX With more than 25 years of experience, Liday is a dynamic leader at Amplify Latinx, focusing on monetizing and accelerating business growth. She helps small businesses enhance productivity, optimize operations, and implement successful marketing and digital strategies. 🌎 Maria Vasco - Founder and CEO, Uvida Shop Maria is making waves in the sustainability space with Uvida Shop, Boston’s first zero-waste store. Uvida offers eco-friendly, plastic-free home essentials, providing sustainable alternatives to single-use products. From campus pop-ups to opening her first physical store in Brookline, Maria is championing the zero-waste movement in New England. 💡 Natalia V H. - President, ALPFA Boston As a leader with 20 years of experience in customer service, operations, and project management for global financial institutions, Natalia is also the President of ALPFA Boston. She mentors board members and empowers Boston’s Latinx community, helping them access resources to succeed both personally and professionally. Read more about these leaders ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gHA7Nq83 #LatinxLeaders #Boston

5 accelerators supporting AI startups you need to check out Learn more about them - and others - right here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eycRD7pM 1️⃣ Blue w(AI)ve Accelerator A first-of-its-kind, 16-week accelerator focused on AI-driven ocean solutions. Based in Portland, #Maine, it's a collaboration between Gulf of Maine Ventures and Northeastern University's Roux Institute 2️⃣ C10 Labs A venture studio + fund creating iconic AI-first companies from scratch based in #Massachusetts 3️⃣ Ensemblex Co-founding and funding the future of fintech with a seasoned team of industry experts 4️⃣ Hula Located in #Vermont, Hula accelerates innovative #tech #startups with seed and early-stage funding, mentorship, and community 5️⃣ XLR8 A fully customized, remote-first accelerator program designed for maximum flexibility and value #AI #Accelerators #Boston

If you build it, will they come? 🤔 Igor Belagorudsky, President of FastCTO, dove into the ins and outs of launching an MVP for your #startup with our Founder+ members Learn more ➡️https://lnkd.in/eDwVbYFw

In about 24 hours I'll be on a ferry heading to Nantucket Conference 🛥 This event brings together a select group of creative and forward-thinking entrepreneurs, investors, technologists, and executives. I'm thrilled to be speaking on "what even is an ecosystem these days?" with Elizabeth Hitchcock, Caitlin Hodge and Annette Tonti. Startup ecosystems have evolved significantly, especially with the rise of hybrid and virtual workforces. There are many questions and challenges around what defines an ecosystem and how to build a great one that attracts talent and companies in a work-from-home-first world. I'm really excited to dive into this topic with my fellow panelists - thanks for the invite, Scott Kirsner! You can check out the full agenda using the link in the comments 👇

🎉 We are beyond excited to announce that Startup Boston has been named a 2024 BostInno Fire Award Honoree! 🎉 This recognition means the world to us, and it wouldn't have been possible without the unwavering support from the incredible Greater #Boston startup community over the past eight years. 🙌 From producing content that celebrates #innovation, to building initiatives that educate and connect founders, entrepreneurs, and ecosystem builders across #Massachusetts, it's been an honor to work alongside all of you. Thank you for being part of this journey with us. Together, we’re building a thriving, inclusive #startup ecosystem! Check out the full list of honorees: https://lnkd.in/eCw7utud

Continuing our celebration of #HispanicHeritageMonth, we're shining a light on more incredible Hispanic and Latinx Leaders making an impact in the #NewEngland #startup community. These innovators are not only shaping industries but also creating pathways for the next generation. 💡 Dahiana Duarte Pena - Board Advisor, Invest in Girls & Board Director, One Bead With her fintech background, Dahiana is driving financial literacy and entrepreneurship in communities of color. She serves on the board of Invest in Girls (A Program of CEE), which empowers young women through financial education, and One Bead, which introduces entrepreneurship skills to underserved communities. 🎨 David Delmar Sentíes - Entrepreneur, Author, Founder, Resilient Coders David is a social entrepreneur on a mission to create economic justice in tech. As the founder of Resilient Coders, he’s breaking barriers through a free coding bootcamp that empowers Black and Latinx communities to pursue careers in tech, promoting social justice through economic empowerment. 👩🏽💼 Eneida Roman - President and CEO, Amplify LatinX Eneida is a powerhouse advocate for Latinos and women across multiple sectors. As co-founder of Amplify Latinx, she’s building a robust Latino network and championing policies that support equity and empowerment for the Hispanic community. Eneida is also a key voice on the Massachusetts Governor’s Latino Empowerment Council. 🚀 Ignacio Castro - Founder, 128vc & Funding Lab Investor-in-Residence, Founder Institute Ignacio is a dedicated supporter of early-stage AI/ML startups. Through 128vc, he helps founders scale their businesses by connecting them with capital and mentorship. At Founder Institute, Ignacio shares his expertise to guide founders in fundraising, strategy, and growth. Read more about these leaders ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gHA7Nq83 #LatinxLeaders #Boston #Startups

These are the startup events you should check out this week (October 7 - 11) 👇 ⚙️Women in Manufacturing started Sunday and runs through end of day Wednesday both virtually and in-person in Boston 🎤 Founders Live is back and it is happening in Cambridge on Tuesday night 🫱🏿🫲🏽 Wednesday evening in Boston, you can catch an annual fundraiser for Women Of Color Entrepreneurs (WOCE) 💻 Thursday afternoon, kick it with the Boston New Technology (BNT) crew for Precision Pitch Practice, virtually 👀 And then, Thursday evening, forget about the pitch and watch some startup demos at Ditch the Deck with Gregory Raiz and Enyu R. 🚀 All day Friday at the MIT Media Lab Decentralized AI Summit. You can also submit your startup to pitch up until the 9th, submit it here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eQbwSf_G For registration links - and to view even MORE events - visit this link ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dCaeGGU #startups #networking #Boston #NewEngland

💡 You’ve captured the interest of your early adopters—now how do you keep them engaged and understand what they truly value (or don’t) about your platform? Luckily, our next Founder+ event is just around the corner! 🚀 In this session, we’ll dive into: -Techniques for encouraging active usage and ongoing participation -Best practices for collecting honest, actionable feedback -Strategies for turning insights into product improvements that resonate with early adopters We’re excited to learn from Shalin Jain, Founder and CEO of HappyFox. With his expertise in working with C-level executives and managers, Shalin will share how to build a customer success program using centralization, transparency, metrics, and the right tools. 🔗 Learn more about Founder+ and how to attend: https://lnkd.in/eVya4dQv

🚀 Looking for inspiration on how to defeat the odds in your entrepreneurial journey? Wes Schroll, CEO of Fetch, shares his incredible story of growing his startup from a college dorm idea to a company that’s raised over $500M in funding. In this latest blog, Wes offers insights on resilience, customer focus, and navigating the tough challenges of building a business. Check out the full post and discover the strategies that helped Wes turn Fetch Rewards into a market leader👉https://lnkd.in/e3vnt9eW #Startups #Entrepreneurship