Oh Steve, you and the speeches. Welcome Shweta Agrawal! More #StartupWeekendBOS2025 updates on the way. We are looking for: --- Head Of Marketing --- Tech Lead --- Volunteer Coordinator --- Ops (logistical operations including catering, run of show, etc) --- People Ops (managing mentors, judges)

Prepare 4 VC Breakthrough Spring '25 is open at the link below on F6S until February 3 and provides mentors. It's for companies/founders in Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Mexico and the United States at prototype, users or paying users stage. Thanks to Jason Kraus, Ron Zakay, Steve Vilkas, Christopher R. Dube, Shweta Agrawal at @F6SPageOrganizationonLI for supporting founders and startups. Apply at the link below or check out their past teams at https://lnkd.in/gfsCvhwW

I am overjoyed right now, and you'll soon understand why.... Boston New Technology (BNT), Arielle for Africa LTD, and Prepare 4 VC are thrilled to announce that Jennifer Ejeh, Curator of Techstars Startup Digest Boston will be joining the Abundance Summit as our media guest. Many of you know why I'm excited given who Jennifer is and what she does -- she consistently brings Boston’s dynamic tech ecosystem straight to our inboxes every week, helping founders, investors, and innovators stay connected and informed. With a community of over 6,000 subscribers, Startup Digest highlights the best events, programs, and resources designed to help founders thrive in the competitive tech landscape. Part of a global network covering more than 300 cities, this newsletter is the go-to source for Boston’s tech scene, delivering a curated selection of opportunities and insights to keep the community growing and thriving. Jennifer’s participation at the Abundance Summit will offer exclusive coverage and insights, connecting our founders with a wider audience and helping amplify the cross-border mission. We’re excited to see her share the summit’s impact with Boston’s tech and startup community! #BostonNewTech #womenwholead #TheStartupOasisJournal

I can't believe it's Friday but here we are! One of the top events I'm looking forward to comes from our ecosystem partner The Startup Station led by Victoria Yampolsky. Victoria and her team, which also includes PowerUp Globally where I'm happy to serve as an ambassador, have put something truly special together with Breaking Barriers. This is a unique, two-day experience especially geared towards female founders. Preparing for fundraising or sticking with it in the trenches is an experience quite unlike any other in the realm of entrepreneurship and in life. What participants can look forward to is a solid educational experience, something Victoria prides herself on and that I admire very much: Inside the Investor’s Mindset: Investors in early-stage startups consider the founding team as the most significant factor in determining the startup's long-term potential. Knowing how to present your team as strong, resilient, and capable and will accelerate your funding process. Overcoming Bias: Female founders face unique challenges in the fundraising process. This event will provide strategies on how to overcome bias and help you build the financial confidence you need to succeed. Actionable Insights: Learn practical, proven techniques to hone the entrepreneurial mindset which encompasses the qualities that investors value most in a founder and that are critical to long-term success. . This knowledge is vital for positioning your startup as a compelling investment opportunity, minimizing execution risk, and building a successful company. Real-world Lessons: Get inspired by invaluable advice from successful founders and investors who have been through the ups and downs of the startup journey. Their experiences will help you gain focus and clarity and avoid common pitfalls to maximize your chances of success. Networking Opportunities: Build connections with other female founders, investors, and industry experts who can provide support, advice, and potential opportunities for collaboration. Register today! Proudly supported by Prepare 4 VC, Boston New Technology (BNT), Startup Grind Boston, Techstars Startup Weekend Boston and Born Global Community. 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫: Use code BNT24 for a free ticket! Otherwise, tickets start at $39. 🔗 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐮𝐩 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: https://lnkd.in/dxKb96ki 𝐁𝐎𝐍𝐔𝐒: First 50 signups get access 5 must-have fundraising resources: ✔️ Investor Readiness Checklist ✔️ 50 Most Frequently Asked Investor Questions ✔️ The Venture Capital Due Diligence Questionnaire ✔️ The Psychological Playbook for VCs and Startups ✔️ A Comprehensive Guide for Creating Financial Model Assumptions The event will be recorded, so even if you can’t attend all sessions, you are not going to miss on any valuable information. #startups #womenwholead #entrepreneurship #BostonNewTech_StartupStation

Today's the Day, Tonight's the Night, and Boston New Technology (BNT) under the leadership of Shweta Agrawal is kicking off our EdTech + AI Startup Showcase. The Startup Showcase, our flagship event series, began many many years ago -- and was one of the main draws for attending BNT experiences. Since 2021, when Jason Kraus and I became Operating Partners and transitioned BNT into its current future-facing state, we've been super keen on reviving the Showcase and enhancing it as much as possible. Given what I've seen from people like Johnny Rice, Annannya Sharrma, and Katherine C. I can say that we're getting closer and closer to a full transformation. Classic traits and new enhancements combine toward something truly special. Special thanks to our presenters today: Deepanshi Bansal Mark Philip Isabella Johnston Syed Rafi Naqvi Mireia Torello, PhD Anushka Singh Terence Tan Di Ye Amy Han We're wishing Abbiramy Arumugam a fast recovery. Our Experts: Beth Porter Paul Baier Gustavo K Contreras, Ph.D. Parna Sarkar-Basu Kiran Panjwani To our partners at the NERD as well as: Markit AI Prepare 4 VC Born Global Community Techstars Startup Weekend Boston Startup Grind Boston Goldcast... Our amazing Volunteer Squad... and to the amazing BNT community. #BNT2024 #BNTStartupShowcase_AIEdTech #BostonNewTech

It's time for another Startup World Cup Boston Judge Reveal. "I am deeply honored and grateful to be a part of this prestigious competition. I eagerly look forward to meeting all the talented founders, passionate investors, and my fellow judges on August 28 in Boston." This deeply appreciated statement was provided by Irina Sychov, the Founder of ANIMA Women’s Business Community, who brings a wealth of expertise to Startup World Cup Boston as a judge. A five-time startup founder, Irina has a remarkable track record working with family offices in London and Miami. Her dynamic presence on the British show X Factor, where she captivated audiences and judges like Simon Cowell and Sharon Osbourne, highlights her exceptional ability to engage and inspire. These skills in captivating an audience and effective self-marketing are invaluable in the entrepreneurial world, and they have helped her stand out among 200K auditionees. Irina’s influence extends beyond entertainment into the realm of business and technology. As a distinguished speaker at global forums such as WEB3 Expoverse and the “SHE Talks” Women Empowerment platform, she has shared her insights on voice, pitching, and fundraising. Irina regularly donates her time and experience to mentor early-stage startups as a Founding Member of BNT's Precision Pitch Practice. She is always willing to lend a hand. Her role as a 2X Mentor at Startup Weekend in Boston, in collaboration with BNT during TechCrunch Early Stage, further underscores her dedication to nurturing the next generation of entrepreneurs. Irina also has 15 years of experience hosting prestigious international events such as Business Awards and Startup Conferences in Dubai, Monaco, London, and the USA, Irina has consistently demonstrated her ability to captivate and engage audiences. "I am thrilled to announce that I have been selected as one of the judges for the Startup World Cup 2024," Irina shares. "This incredible event gathers hundreds of top startups to compete for a chance to advance to the Grand Finale in San Francisco, where they will pitch to investors from for a chance to win a $1 million investment grand prize." As the VP of Investor and Public Relations, Irina successfully raised $500K, leading Dialogue Key to its public offering in 2020. She played a pivotal role in the public offerings of EoN Discovery and Blue Water Petroleum in 2021 and helped raise over $3MM from 2021 to 2024 (OTC: BWPC). Her extensive experience in raising capital and guiding startups through public offerings makes her an invaluable asset to the Startup World Cup. Irina’s blend of performance artistry, business acumen, and mentorship expertise promises to bring a unique and enriching perspective to the judging panel. Thank you for being with us Irina! #StartupWorldCupBOS #BostonNewTechnology #BNT

Today is a super special day at Boston New Technology (BNT) and Prepare 4 VC as we celebrate two epic occasions: Parna Sarkar-Basu's birthday AND her judge reveal for Startup World Cup Boston. I cannot stress enough how kind, helpful, and impactful Parna has been for Jason Kraus (and now Shweta Agrawal) and I. She has helped scores of startups, spoken at some of our most important events, and is known for jumping right into the action and giving it 500%. So beyond my thoughts, WHO is this amazing human?   Parna is a true tech evangelist, and serves as a strategic advisor to transformational leaders and tech pioneers and is instrumental in launching and revitalizing companies to drive sustainable growth. Specializing in orchestrating strategic pivots, Parna identifies new market opportunities for legacy companies and positions startups for successful fundraises and acquisitions. Recipient of multiple awards, Parna has propelled dozens of tech enterprises into innovation leaders in highly competitive sectors -- from robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) to enterprise software and professional services.   Parna is frequently invited to speak and host executive sessions at industry conferences and tech events. She contributes regularly to various publications on a range of topics, including innovation for good, emerging tech, entrepreneurship and building market credibility for founders. Parna serves on the board of net zero institute, Alray Scholars Program, Boston New Technology and Fisher College Career Advisory Council. Parna is also a mentor for the MassRobotics, Innovation Studio and Prepare 4 VC accelerator programs. Parna will bring her experience as a builder, entrepeneur, knowledge expert, and innovation strategist to the fore on August 28th -- when our eight startups will pitch their ventures to her and six other incredible judges. We hope to see you there! ...Happy Birthday once again Parna! #BostonNewTechnology #BNT #StartupWorldCupBOS2024 #startups

Especially important for all our recent founders and their teams!

Thanks Steve. Special shoutout to the teams that participated including: Striide, Creator Cash, SelfFull, SmartWealth, The School Network, Calibre Places, Baseline Technology, LANAI, D.A.W.N, Saha, Quickvisit, FetchHealth, MIRA, MoonWalk, EdStation, ROOMZ, RedEq, SlowRida, Rally, PromptNexus, Aristo, Orchard CRM, Worth, Gift It, ello, Venezia Experience, Contrast Ed. Peep some of the founders on the recap summarizing their experiences and watch out for a special series of pitch recaps and reels for the month of July presented by Boston New Technology (BNT)'s Mohit Ravindra Kamble and Harshita Nimbal!

I'm excited to share that the Startup World Cup USA Regional Boston event is coming up on August 28th at Microsoft NERD, hosted by Boston New Technology (BNT) in partnership with Pegasus Tech Ventures. This is your chance to compete for a $1,000,000 investment and showcase your startup to top-tier investors and industry leaders. If you're a startup founder with a groundbreaking idea, we want to see you pitch! 🌟 Why Apply? Compete for $1,000,000 in investment Gain exposure to investors and industry experts Network with fellow entrepreneurs and potential partners Take your startup to the next level Don't miss this opportunity to propel your startup to new heights. Apply now and join us in celebrating innovation and entrepreneurship in Boston! 📅 Date: August 28th 📍 Location: Microsoft NERD 🔗 https://lnkd.in/enBnF_iC Let's show the world what Boston startups are made of! 💪 #StartupWorldCup #BostonStartups #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #PitchCompetition #Networking