Over the next few weeks, we're inviting you to get to know the speakers at this year's State of Innovation beyond the professional bio with our new Series, "4 Questions With...". First up, Diane Hessan.
Diane is a successful entrepreneur, angel investor, marketer, and author. She is currently CEO of Startup Institute, which is dedicated to helping people transform their careers.
A veteran to the State of Innovation stage, on June 7, Diane will moderate the Founders track panel, "The Dark Side: When Founders Turn Investors". This discussion examines the question: when entrepreneurs become investors, what do they really have to offer startups? Weighing in are entrepreneurs turned investors, investors turned entrepreneurs and those who simultaneously do both.
4 Questions With...Diane Hessan
BostInno: How would you describe the "state of innovation" in Boston? Diane Hessan: As I said in my rap last year, Ben Franklin would be proud.
BostInno: What's the best career advice you have ever received? Diane: Dream big.
BostInno: What was your first job? Diane: Repairing sewing machines at my father's shop.
BostInno: What's your favorite watering hole in Boston? Diane: Yvonne's
Thank you, Diane! Follow Diane on Twitter at @DianeHeassan and join her on June 7 at State of Innovation. See the full lineup of speakers at bostonstateofinnovation.com.
