While we may be heading into the tail end of summer, things are just heating up on the startup networking scene. So before you start getting bummed out about the upcoming seasonal shift, whip out your calendar and start penciling in some of these phenomenal parties, panels and other meetups. Who knows? You could make some connections with other innovation community members that lead to something life-changing.
Tuesday, August 11
Ladies Night With Startup Institute — Brooklyn Boulders is partnering with Startup Institute for a special Ladies Night, at which a panel of speakers will give talks about the navigating the startup world as a female entrepreneur. Anyone who attends can rent gear and climb before or after the free event for a discounted rate. There will also be a brief networking session to mix and mingle. Panelists include Trish Fontanilla, Director of Community, Global at Startup Institute; Sasha Hoffman, Co-Founder of Fuzzy Compass; Katie Martell, CMO and Co-Founder at Cintell; and Tish Slotnik, CEO at Grit. Register here.
Wednesday, August 12
Mass Innovation Nights: Foodie Edition — This event, which will be held at Lord Hobo Brewery in Woburn, focuses around food-related products. And after the showcase ends, everyone will head to an after-party at Gather, right in the same building. RSVP here.
InnerCity Weightlifting Summer Workouts — Designed by ICW’s head coach Shamsul, these free workouts at Rowes Wharf Plaza on the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway can be modified for all ages and ability levels. The sessions are open to the public, so feel free to bring your friends and co-workers. But first: RSVP here.
Knowing Your Exits — All startup community members, students and alumni alike are invited to this free event at the Harvard Innovation Lab. In this session, you’ll learn about deal structures, stages of a deal, and necessary components to facilitate these deals—all crucial knowledge for understanding whether an IPO, acquisition or merger is feasible for your startup. Register here.
Thursday, August 13
BostonFest – Each and every summer, we bring together 3,000 Bostonians to celebrate the city we call home in a massive bash, complete with live bands, food trucks and the most beloved local brands. So join BostInno at the Seaport World Trade Center for eats from Sabrosa Taqueria, Zo on the Go, Clover Food Lab and The Dining Car), and entertainment and of course, our annual Coolest Companies Competition. Nab tickets here.
Startup Institute Summer 2015 TalentExpo — It’s become a tradition for the Startup Institute to turn the traditional career fair on its head by putting its student body on display, demo-day style. All students (who have completed eight weeks of intensive instruction) are given 60 seconds to pitch their passions to a crowd of Boston-based organizations—and it’s a great opportunity to meet fresh talent if you’re seeking to build out your team. You'll hear from students with diverse skill sets in Web Development, Web Design, Technical Marketing, and Sales & Account Management. After the presentations, stick around for networking and snacks. Register here.
BC Startups Celebration — If you’re just looking to have some fun with others in the entrepreneurship community, then this meetup fits the bill. Hosted by the Soaring Startup Circle and WeWork Boston, the party brings together founders, investors, startup employees and others to celebrate successes and make new friends. Dave McLaughlin, Boston City Lead at WeWork, will host a fireside chat with Jere Doyle, Executive Director of Boston College Entrepreneurship Initiative. You’ll also get to hear brief pitches from five brand new BC-bred startups. Afterward, nosh on light food and sip free beer while Acquia co-founder/DJ Jay Batson spins some awesome music. Register here.
