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Three Interesting Things (in the Boston Startup space)
Nathan Therrien
January 27, 2025
I’m Nathan Therrien, founder of Business Insurance & Benefits Services of MA, the go-to resource for #startups on all things insurance.
I spend a lot of time discussing insurance and employee benefits for startups, but there are other things people would rather hear about. So, I started a newsletter—a quick read covering five things and a few more that are a little more interesting than insurance.
This week, we have some cool startup events, including a startup space yard sale in Cambridge, some newsworthy articles, including one about founders making their way to inauguration events, and a special wildcard with Charlie Pascal!
Event: Kick Off 2025 with AI Builders and Innovators
Monday, January 27, 5:30-7:30 pm
Boston, MA
Start the year with the first AI meetup of 2025 at the 186HQ. Connect with founders, developers, operators, and builders shaping the future of AI. Enjoy drinks, pizza, and an evening of networking and collaboration with the community driving innovation in the field.
Event: Shape the Future with AI Leaders in Massachusetts
Tuesday, January 28, 5:30-7:00 pm
Microsoft New England Research and Development Center
1 Memorial Drive, Cambridge, MA 02142
Join AI innovators, entrepreneurs, and policymakers at "Growing the Massachusetts AI Ecosystem in 2025 to Lead Globally." Discover how Massachusetts' technology and education strengths drive global AI leadership and connect with key players shaping the industry's future.
Event: Kick Off 2025 with Boston’s Startup Leaders
Wednesday, January 29, 5:30-7:30 pm
120 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02108
Startup Boston and the City of Boston are teaming up to connect you with 17 networking groups driving the local startup scene. Whether you're launching a startup or scaling your business, meet leaders like Womenx Innovators, Mass Fintech Hub , and Venture Café Cambridge, and discover fresh opportunities to jumpstart your year.
Event: Celebrate Connections at Mass Professional Networking’s 12th Anniversary
Wednesday, January 29, 6:00-8:00 pm
Howl at the Moon Boston, 184 High Street, Boston, MA 02110
Mark 12 years of networking success with Mass Professional Networking and AMA - Boston American Marketing Association at Howl at the Moon in Boston. Meet fellow professionals, share ideas, and grow your network in a relaxed, business-friendly atmosphere. Limited free tickets are available—register today and bring your business cards!
Event: Warm Up with Connections and Innovations at MassChallenge’s Winter Healthcare Meetup
Wednesday, January 29, 5:00-7:00 pm
MassChallenge Boston Fan Pier, 10 Fan Pier Blvd, 3rd Floor, Boston, MA 02210
MassChallenge's Healthcare Community Winter Meetup brings together healthcare innovators, founders, and leaders for an evening of networking, inspiration, and seasonal treats. Discover groundbreaking solutions from the Healthcare cohort and learn about the 2025 US Early-Stage Healthcare Program. Connect, collaborate, and celebrate healthcare innovation in a festive setting!
Wednesday, January 29, 6:30-9:00 pm
Bell in Hand, 45 Union St, Boston, MA 02108
Are you looking to connect with Boston’s tech community? Tech Drinks & Startups creates opportunities to build relationships and share ideas with founders, tech professionals, investors, and academics. Whether you’re seeking co-founders, funding, or inspiration, this event offers a space to network and grow with others passionate about AI, SaaS, Fintech, Web3, and more.
Event: Discover, Network, and Showcase at Yard Sale @ Cambridge
Thursday, January 30, 5:27-8:32 pm
Cambridge, MA
It’s time for innovators, founders, and thinkers to shine at Yard Sale in Cambridge. Network with Boston’s boldest and Cambridge’s brightest, explore cutting-edge product demos, and connect with top talent. Don’t miss the grand finale—Yard Sale: The Best Finds—where top innovators go head-to-head to prove who’s shaping the future of tech. Get ready to meet brilliant minds, showcase big ideas, and experience innovation up close!
Event: Network with Digital Health Innovators and AI Leaders
Tuesday, February 4, 6:00-8:30 pm
Boston, MA
Connect with top minds in digital health and AI at an exclusive Boston event on Feb. 4. Join Dr. Amir Lahav, CEO of SkyMedAI, and hear Danny Sands, MD, MPH, speak on "Driving the Future: The Symbiotic Evolution of Digital Health and the e-Patient." Enjoy an evening of networking, insights, and collaboration with healthcare professionals, startup founders, and investors shaping the future of health tech.
Event: Raise a Glass to Life Sciences Innovation at Boston Portal Pours
Wednesday, February 5, 5:00-8:00 pm
Portal Innovations, 135 Morrissey Blvd, Boston, MA 02125
Celebrate the start of a new year with the life sciences community at Boston Portal Pours. Network with local professionals, enjoy drinks and light bites, and explore cutting-edge innovation with lab space tours. Hosted by Portal Innovations, LLC, this laid-back event is the perfect way to connect and kick-off 2025.
Event: Fireside Chat with Biotech Innovators at CIC
Wednesday, February 5, 5:30-7:30 pm
CIC Cambridge, 5th Floor
1 Broadway. Cambridge, MA 02142
Join for a fireside chat with Jeb Keiper, CEO of Nimbus Therapeutics, moderated by Nimita Dave. Hosted by TINS: Technology Innovation Studio, this event at CIC Cambridge is a great chance to connect with biotech leaders and gain insights into innovation and leadership.
Event: Explore AI Innovation with Boston’s Generative AI Leaders
Thursday, February 6, 6:00-8:30 pm
Microsoft New England Research and Development Center
1 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA
Connect with AI enthusiasts and industry trailblazers at the Boston Generative AI Meetup on Feb. 6. Hear from visionary panelists like Jessica Lynch (FoundersEdge), Jonathan Taylor (Water Bear Ventures), Kara Peterson (descrybe.ai), and James Kirk (Hunt Club) as they discuss transformative AI advancements shaping the future of business. Don’t miss this evening of insights, networking, and collaboration with Boston’s AI community!
Article: Founders Flood to Inauguration Events Amid Deal Hopes
Startup founders flooded inauguration parties this week, seeking networking opportunities and dealmaking prospects. The events reflect a renewed optimism for collaboration and funding in 2025 as investors and entrepreneurs look to navigate an uncertain but potentially promising market landscape.
Article: Big Tech’s Startup Acquisitions Surge
Big tech companies are ramping up acquisitions and investments in startups, signaling a push to expand influence in emerging industries. Recent deals highlight a focus on AI, health tech, and green energy, reshaping the startup ecosystem as competition intensifies.
Article: Oui Capital Returns Fund with Moniepoint Exit
Oui Capital has launched its second fund, building on the success of its Moniepoint exit. This move highlights growing investor interest in African startups. Oui Capital focuses on early-stage ventures in fintech, health tech, and other emerging sectors. Despite global funding challenges, the firm’s strategy emphasizes the region’s untapped potential and entrepreneurial spirit.
Wild Card:
I have added something new to my podcast, the community member spotlight. In this podcast episode, I sit down with Charlie Pascal of Pascal Advisory. Pascal Advisory is a legal and advisory practice supporting the startup community in Boston. This clip from the full interview is Charlie's 3-minute elevator pitch introducing Pascal Advisory.
Check out the rest of the interview on my channel, including a special offer from Charlie.
Thanks for spending five minutes with me!
If you’d like to spend more time with me, check out Nate’s Pop-Up Podcast, follow my company, Business Insurance & Benefits Services of MA, on LinkedIn, or reach out through my website for help with all things insurance and benefits for startups.
