AI has become the defining technology race of the decade (if not the century), with governments, universities, and investors around the world competing to build ecosystems that will produce the next generation of leaders. Massachusetts has a plausible claim to that mantle: a well-known network of research universities, deep talent in fields such as biotech and robotics, and a long history of turning scientific discovery into commercial platforms. Sabrina Mansur  is helping tu

Venture capital is often viewed from the outside. Founders pitch. Investors decide. Deals close. But behind every fund is a process that is far less visible and far more complex than most people realize. At Startup Boston Week, Alex Benik  (Encoded Ventures), Rumika Sharma  (BankTech Ventures), William Lehman  (Step Function) and Lily Lyman  (Underscore VC) pulled back the curtain on what it actually takes to launch and operate a venture capital fund. The conversation moved b

Breaking into the startup world isn’t always straightforward. Should you start your own company? Join an early-stage team as a startup operator? Or build experience inside a larger company before jumping into startups? At a recent Startup Boston event, we brought together founders and startup operators to talk through the real differences between these paths and help attendees understand how to decide which direction might be right for them. Joining the conversation were: Mar

March brings a calendar full of opportunities to bring founders, operators, investors, students, and ecosystem builders together in Boston’s startup ecosystem. From intimate founder dinners and mentorship moments to high-energy networking mixers, resource expos, and campus-wide innovation meetups, this month is all about connection, learning, and momentum. Startup Boston is helping anchor the month with a series of community-powered experiences. Here are four to have on your

Boston doesn’t have a startup “season,” it has an ecosystem calendar. From student-led venture summits in the spring to climate, robotics, AI, fintech, and deep-tech gatherings throughout the year, New England hosts a steady rhythm of events that bring builders, investors, researchers, operators, and ecosystem leaders into the same rooms and onto the same ideas. These moments matter. They spark partnerships, unlock funding pathways, surface new talent, and help founders find

When people hear “tech,” they often think of AI, software, or robotics. Food rarely makes the list. But at Startup Boston Week, a panel of founders, scientists, and sustainability experts made it clear: the future of food may be one of the most important technological frontiers of our time. From cultivated meat and regenerative agriculture to pest monitoring and sustainable supply chains, the conversation with Oliver Sanchez  (Extrasense), Nicky Roberts  (Sustainability Consu

Last week, Startup Boston teamed up with the City of Boston to host Meet Boston’s Startup Networking Groups , bringing together founders, operators, students and ecosystem builders for one simple purpose: helping people find their place in the startup community. The room filled quickly with over 200 attendees connecting directly with communities that make Boston’s startup ecosystem feel accessible, welcoming and collaborative. Because here’s the truth: Boston’s startup scene

In a packed room at Startup Boston Week, founders, students, operators, and ecosystem leaders gathered for a conversation that went far beyond loyalty points and receipts. Moderated by Suffolk’s Center for Entrepreneurship Director Chaim Letwin , the fireside chat featured Wes Schroll , the founder and CEO of Fetch Rewards. What unfolded was a candid, tactical look at what it actually takes to identify a durable pain point, survive years without product-market fit, scale a co

Every few months, the same take pops up: “The Boston tech scene is slipping.” Respectfully…we disagree. What is changing is how the ecosystem shows up. Boston and New England aren’t powered by hype cycles alone; they’re powered by people doing the real, often unglamorous work of building companies, investing early, creating platforms, supporting founders and knitting the community together across industries, identities and generations. This Black History Month, we’re excited

February is kicking off strong in Boston’s startup ecosystem, with a packed calendar of events designed to bring founders, operators, investors, students, and ecosystem builders together. From intimate founder dinners and mentorship sessions to high-energy networking mixers, demo showcases, and campus-wide innovation meetups, this month is all about connection, learning, and momentum. Startup Boston is anchoring the month with eight community-powered experiences, here are fou

For the first time in a long time, the tech industry has no clear path forward. AI is already cooling off as we head into 2026. The low-hanging fruit has been picked, the economic realities are catching up, and the hype cycle is running out of oxygen. But what happens next? Honestly, nobody knows. In the late ’90s and early 2000s, Microsoft dominated the direction of the tech world. By the mid-2000s, they had clearly run out of ideas. As Microsoft entered its full malaise era

January in Boston doesn’t ease you into the year - it hits the ground running. From deep tech and AI to founder support, community building, and capital connection, the first month of the year is packed with events worth putting on your radar if you’re building, backing, or supporting startups in Greater Boston. Startup Boston is anchoring the month with four community-powered experiences: Mentor Matching for Early-Stage Founders (Jan 12)  - An intimate, mentor-driven session

Boston’s wrapping up the year with momentum and the startup community is showing up strong. December is packed with events that bring founders, investors, students, and ecosystem builders together for everything from intentional planning to real, relationship-driven connection. Startup Boston is kicking off the month with two community-powered experiences: From Chaos to Cadence: Building a Founder Schedule That Actually Works (Dec 3)  – A practical, no-fluff panel where found

Building a company with purpose isn’t just about doing good, it’s about doing business differently. Today’s founders and investors are rethinking what success looks like, shifting from pure growth to sustainable impact, thoughtful capital, and intentional partnerships. The Road To: Purpose-Driven Entrepreneurship  brings together the voices shaping this evolution - from fund managers redefining venture models to founders and investors building ecosystems grounded in collabora

Boston’s in full fall mode - and so is the startup scene. November is packed with events that bring together founders, investors, and innovators for everything from hands-on skill building to pitch nights and powerhouse panels on women’s leadership and community building. Startup Boston is proud to feature three can’t-miss experiences this month that highlight connection, collaboration, and hands-on learning: B2B Tech Founders’ Dinner (Nov 5)  – An intimate, off-the-record ev

The New England startup community isn’t slowing down—it’s surging with innovation. From fresh product launches and new rounds of funding to major research breakthroughs and sustainability wins, founders across the region are pushing boundaries and redefining what’s possible. At Startup Boston, we’re here to celebrate those milestones—the big and the small—that showcase the brilliance of our ecosystem. The startups featured below were spotlighted during the Opening Party at St

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The New England startup scene is buzzing with breakthroughs—from product launches and funding wins to game-changing research and sustainability milestones. At Startup Boston, we love celebrating these moments that show just how much innovation is happening across our community. The startups featured below were submitted to us for Startup Boston Week 2025 and highlighted during our Opening Party, sponsored by HPE and NVIDIA  - giving the community a first look at some of the m

Every founder is feeling the pull of AI right now—whether it’s excitement about new possibilities or pressure to figure out how to...