Startup Boston Week 2024 is almost here! From September 9th to the 13th, epic community events will occur during SBW2024. Startup Boston Week features everything from distinguished speakers discussing essential topics to networking with founders, coaches, and ecosystem partners. Here are just a few standouts:
Why not start your SBW day with a hot cup of networking? Java & Jive: Networking Over Coffee happens every SBW morning from 8AM to 10AM. This is a great way to start your day and socialize before the event begins.
Boston Globe columnist Scott Kirsner interviews Secretary Yvonne Hao at Beantown Brilliance: The State of Innovation on Tuesday, September 10, from 6 PM to 7 PM. Hao will discuss how Boston harnesses creativity and collaboration in their academic and capital networks to produce this awesome entrepreneurial city.
Here’s the full list of the community events going down at SBW 2024 — divided into the daily events (happening every day) and the stand-out one-offs during the week.
Startup Boston Week Recurring Community Events
DATE: Monday, September 9 to Friday, September 13, 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM ET
LOCATION: Suffolk University, 120 Tremont Street, Boston, MA; Register Here.
Need a boost for your startup journey? Chat with a Coach at Startup Boston Week! Expert coaches will be available for 1:1 guidance on-site at Suffolk University. They’re eager to help you scale your startup, advance your career, and navigate the next steps in growing your company or department. Don’t miss this chance to get personalized advice and support.
DATE: Monday, September 9 to Friday, September 13, 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM ET
LOCATION: Suffolk University, 120 Tremont Street, Boston, MA; Register Here.
Start your mornings with a fresh cup of coffee and connections at Startup Boston Week. Kick-off each day with energizing networking, fresh connections, and a brand-new icebreaker to get the conversations flowing.
DATE: Monday, September 9 to Friday, September 13, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM ET
LOCATION: Suffolk University, 120 Tremont Street, Boston, MA; Register here.
Tune in to the hottest startup podcasts - live! Back by popular demand, The Podcast Stage returns to Startup Boston Week. Catch live recordings of your favorite shows and discover exciting new ones you won’t want to miss. Join us for engaging conversations and fresh insights straight from the experts.
DATE: Monday, September 9 to Thursday, September 12, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM ET
LOCATION: Suffolk University, 120 Tremont Street, Boston, MA; Register here.
Mix and mingle with New England's startup ecosystem. Join us to connect with the top accelerators, incubators, venture studios, and networking groups that make the New England startup scene thrive.
Startup Boston Week Community Events By Day
Monday, September 9th
DATE: Monday, September 9, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET
LOCATION: Suffolk University, 120 Tremont Street, Boston, MA; Register here.
Welcome to the 8th Annual Startup Boston Week! We’re thrilled to welcome fresh faces and familiar friends to this year’s event. Come kick off the week at our Opening Party on Monday night, where you'll mingle with the vibrant startup community and connect with the amazing organizations that support SBW2024. Let’s make new connections, share great ideas, and have a blast together.
Tuesday, September 10
DATE: Tuesday, September 10, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM ET
LOCATION: Suffolk University, 120 Tremont Street, Boston, MA; Register here.
As we navigate the landscape of startup innovation, Boston emerges as a beacon of creativity and collaboration, standing out for its dynamic ecosystem and vibrant entrepreneurial spirit. With a rich tapestry of academic excellence and robust venture capital networks, the city cultivates an environment ripe for groundbreaking ideas to thrive.
Wednesday, September 11
DATE: Wednesday, September 11, 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM ET
LOCATION: Suffolk University, 120 Tremont Street, Boston, MA; Register here.
We’re diving into crucial lessons from thriving tech companies. Discover how visionary thinking drives greatness, why realistic goals are essential, and strategies for financial stability. During this event, you will learn how to turn failure into growth and how to build resilience for future ventures. We’ll discuss the following topics: The factors that play a crucial role in the success of a startup, How to effectively manage obstacles and the ever-changing tech industry, Transforming failure into a learning opportunity, Characteristics of resilience and successful tech companies. Join us as we learn to navigate challenges and build resilient, successful companies with confidence and clarity.
DATE: Wednesday, September 11, 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM ET
LOCATION: Suffolk University, 120 Tremont Street, Boston, MA; Register here.
Discover how trailblazers reshape legal work through innovative educational approaches, new tech solutions, and groundbreaking business models. In this session, visionary leaders will share how they're revolutionizing the legal industry. We'll specifically explore leveraging emerging technologies to disrupt the legal tech industry, opportunities for building startups in legal services and legal tech, and more.
DATE: Wednesday, September 11, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET
LOCATION: Suffolk University, 120 Tremont Street, Boston, MA; Register here.
A crowd favorite at Startup Boston Week, we're hitting the streets of Boston for SBW2024! Join us as we hop from building to building, exploring the best resources the Boston startup scene offers. It's your chance to make many connections, have a blast, and discover what makes Boston's startup community so special.
Thursday, September 12
DATE: Wednesday, September 12, 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM ET
LOCATION: Suffolk University, 120 Tremont Street, Boston, MA; Register here.
The Defeat the Odds pitch competition stage will host a live business pitch session for finalists competing in the inaugural competition hosted by Fetch. The featured finalists, all local high school students, will have 4 minutes to pitch their original business ideas to a panel of industry pro judges, including Wes Schroll, Founder and CEO of America’s Rewards App, Fetch, for the chance to win a $10,000 cash prize. Join us in supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs and their innovative ideas.
DATE: Wednesday, September 12, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET
LOCATION: Suffolk University, 120 Tremont Street, Boston, MA; Register here.
Hunting for your next startup opportunity? Get your business cards and resumes polished—SBW2024's Career Fair is the place to be! Meet top companies on the lookout for talented individuals like you. It’s your chance to connect with potential employers and take the next big step in your career.
Nicholas Ewing is a graduate of UMass Lowell in Business Administration: International Business this year. You can connect with him here.
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