We want to be able to do things way faster than we ever did them before. We want to be able to do things ourselves, right? We want to book our own travel, we want to do many, many things that we used to rely on entire service providing networks to do.
We are a mobile society, navigating the city with our heads down and our thumbs glued to our phones. This "always on" mentality means we communicating with our co-workers well after we've shut down our laptops for the day; chatting with our friends, just minutes after we've collectively finished a light lunch.
As Maria Cirino, co-founder and managing director of .406 Ventures, notes, "We want to be able to do things way faster than we ever did them before."
Technology has allowed us to do that and, although we are now more easily distracted than ever, this fast-paced way of life has created a new set of opportunities. Or rather, an emerging crop of technologies catered to how we get things done in today's digital age.
Cirino will be further addressing those opportunities as part of Boston UpFront, a 45-minute innovation showcase that will provide a 360-degree view of what's next for Boston and the obstacles that lie ahead.
The event, slated for April 30, will explore three core topics, including an inside look at the leaders of the new economy. Joining Cirino in starting the conversation will be Jeff Fagnan, partner at Atlas Venture, as well as Steve Conine and Greg Selkoe, founders of e-commerce leaders Wayfair and Karmaloop, respectively.
How can we cater to today's ever-evolving, forever-connected society? Join the more than 500 city influencers, decision-makers, business leaders and students who will be attending Boston UpFront to find out. You can get your tickets here.
What's more, BostInno will be honoring local alumni who are influencing this new economy with the first-ever Alumni Impact Awards. Go ahead and nominate notable alumni now.
A special thank you to our sponsor Samuels & Associates for hosting UpFront interviews in the Landmark Center, and to Long Haul Films for producing the UpFront Show.
