Wow. What an incredible day yesterday at State of Innovation. Over 50 amazing panelists and speakers, one thousand attendees, and countless hard-hitting conversations made for an invigorating and inspiring afternoon exploring the thriving Innovation Economy here in Boston.
Many of Boston's brightest minds -- leaders in business, politics, professional sports, and more -- spoke on panels, hosted fireside chats, and gave keynote addresses throughout the extensive afternoon of programming. Check out the full schedule of the day & panelist bios here, and check out some of the recap posts and event photos below.
Mayor Marty Walsh Wants to Bring Innovation & Opportunity to Every Boston Neighborhood
What You Missed During the Retail & E-Commerce Panel at BostInno's State of Innovation
The Future of Mobile: 'We're Not in a Bubble, This Is Just The Beginning'
The Innovation of Fitness According to These Athletes and Entrepreneurs
Jonathan Kraft Discussed the Coming Gillette Stadium Changes at State of Innovation
The Future of Robotics is a Harmonious Relationship with A.I. & Humans
#SOIBoston Transportation Panelists Talk Future of Mass Transit
Boston VCs: No Bubbles and No Unicorns Either
AngelList's Naval Ravikant on Uber Valuation, Founding a Company & Boston's Venture Outlook
Congratulations to the winners of the 2014 Social Good (#SoGood) Awards, presented by Teambonding.
Individual Mission Award
Recognizing contribution to the advancement of social good specifically in and for the Boston community.
Lena Andrade
John Simon
Mission Initiative Award
Recognizing advancement of social good/social entrepreneurism as part of its corporate mission.
Fashion Project
Freight Farm
Non-Profit Initiative Award
Recognizing the advancement of social good specifically in and for the Boston community.
Red Sox Foundation & MGH Home Base Program
Citizen Schools
Corporate Initiative Award, Company < 500 Employees
Recognizing significant contribution to social good causes through both employee volunteer initiatives & donations.
Samuel Adams Brewery
William Gallagher Associates
Corporate Initiative Award, Company > 500 Employees
Recognizing significant contribution to social good causes through both employee volunteer initiatives & donations.
Liberty Mutual
TripAdvisor
Congratulations to all winners & thank you to our sponsors, without with the State of Innovation would not have been possible.
Congratulations to LucyMinott from HourlyNerd, winner of Mechanica's Brand in a Box raffle including specific tools for startups including a download & strategy session, target personas and brand identity.
See you next year at #SOIBoston.
