Boston Side Events at TechCrunch All Stage: Featuring Fidelity Private Shares, Women in Tech Meetup, Prepare 4 VC, and More!
Get ready to enhance your TechCrunch All Stage 2025 experience with an exciting lineup of Side Events that will invigorate Boston from July 13–19.
As TC All Stage draws near, we are thrilled to unveil our Side Events, providing a unique opportunity to forge meaningful connections within Boston’s vibrant tech scene. Whether you’re an industry expert or an aspiring entrepreneur, our Side Events guarantee an unforgettable week filled with networking, innovative presentations, and inspiring discussions. Mark your calendars, secure your registrations, and dive into the excitement of TC All Stage Week like never before!
Important Information for Side Events:
- RSVPing for a Side Event does not grant you access to the main TC All Stage 2025 conference on July 15.
- Each event is organized independently by its respective host (TC Media International and its affiliates, including TechCrunch, are not involved).
- Attendees must be at least 18 years old, with some venues limited to those 21 and over.
- Side Events are typically open to the public unless stated otherwise.
- Ensure you register/RSVP for any Side Events you plan to attend.
July 14
Startup Confessions: A Night of Founder Stories
Hosted by: Palm Venture Studios
Time: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. ET
The startup journey can often feel solitary; this evening offers a chance to connect, enjoy great company, and recognize that we are all in this together as we pursue our dreams. Founders will share authentic stories and invaluable lessons from their journeys.
– Food and drinks
– Networking opportunities
– Genuine founders, real insights
REGISTER HERE
Tech Founders Fireside Chat
Hosted by: Withum
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. ET
Kick off TechCrunch Boston with Withum, UBS, and an engaging panel of founders during a 30-minute fireside chat designed for tech entrepreneurs. Topics will encompass economic trends, QSBS stock and equity strategies, along with insights from the proposed One Big Beautiful Bill.
Gain insights from experienced startup founders as they share essential lessons, growth strategies, and their approaches to navigating the current environment.
Join us for an interactive session brimming with actionable takeaways and valuable networking in a vibrant, founder-focused atmosphere.
Start your TechCrunch Boston journey with an engaging fireside chat that delves into economic dynamics, QSBS issues, and practical wisdom from seasoned startup leaders.
REGISTER HERE
July 15
South Asian Collective
Hosted by: American South Asian Network (ASAN)
Time: 5:15 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. ET
Be part of an engaging evening filled with networking, stimulating discussions, and cultural appreciation. Connect with South Asian entrepreneurs, creatives, and professionals while celebrating the significant contributions of the South Asian community across various sectors. More details can be found on our registration page!
REGISTER HERE
Women Tech Meetup: Raising on Your Terms
Hosted by: Women Tech Meetup, Techstars, Puzzle, and Venture Lane
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. ET
Boston, we warmly welcome all women in tech, allies, friends, and supporters!
Join the Women Tech Meetup: Raising on Your Terms, a highlighted Side Event of TechCrunch All Stage.
Enjoy complimentary refreshments, dynamic discussions, networking opportunities, and a welcoming venue 🌟
We will host a panel discussion focused on funding, venture capital, and the challenges faced by female founders in building successful businesses, along with strategies to overcome these hurdles. Check our registration page for the complete agenda.
REGISTER HERE
July 16
Founders Breakfast: Boston Edition
Hosted by: Puzzle and Fidelity Private Shares
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. ET
Come ready to enjoy a delicious meal and leave feeling inspired.
Building a startup is an exhilarating endeavor — let’s take a moment to connect over delicious food and motivating company 🍽️☕
Join us for an exclusive breakfast, part of TechCrunch All Stage, designed for founders facing growth, fundraising, and more. Co-hosted by Puzzle and Fidelity Private Shares.
Share invaluable lessons and insights, celebrate achievements, discuss challenges, and gain fresh perspectives from fellow founders who truly understand your journey.
REGISTER HERE
Breakthrough Summit: Prepare 4 VC Graduation & Showcase
Hosted by: Prepare 4 VC
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. ET
The Breakthrough Summit marks the finale of the Prepare 4 VC Breakthrough Program — a 10-week founder acceleration initiative that transforms theoretical knowledge into actionable results. This isn’t just a demo day; it’s a tribute to resilience, growth, and triumphs.
You are invited to watch 10 ambitious founding teams as they present:
– Their pitch-ready ventures.
– Personal stories of transformative breakthroughs.
– Achievements from the program.
– Their bold future plans.
All within a supportive community of mentors, investors, and contributors who have made this journey possible.
REGISTER HERE
Product Design Happy Hour
Hosted by: Onshape by PTC
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. ET
Join us for a Happy Hour event featuring early-stage founders, recognized investors, and engineers who are shaping the future of product design.
Hear from Jon Hirschtick and John McEleney, co-founders of SolidWorks and Onshape, as they engage in a panel discussion focused on building, scaling, and fundraising in venture-backed startups. You’ll also gain insights from AWS on establishing scalable, secure infrastructure for your startup.
Whether you’re in Boston for TechCrunch All Stage or working on your groundbreaking product, this is one event you won’t want to miss!
REGISTER HERE
Æthos AI Salon
Hosted by: Æthos Foundation
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. ET
Join our community for an evening dedicated to promoting societal advancement through AI that elevates humanity, complemented by refreshments.
An entrepreneur, a professor, and a public servant gather… Let’s discover the innovative insights they offer on responsible AI.
Æthos has been fostering AI startup hubs in Boston and Berlin over the past year, advocating for strong ethical standards in AI development. We unite startups with leaders from government, top tech companies, academia, and investment sectors to shape these standards.
Join us for our regular gathering with thought-provoking individuals: the brightest minds Boston has to offer on July 16th.
REGISTER HERE
Scaling Teams Effectively: Interactive Panel Discussion x Networking
Hosted by: Remotesome and Deel
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. ET
Uncover the secrets to building high-performing teams and scaling your startup with confidence. Attend Scaling Teams Effectively — an event that gathers leaders from top venture capital firms and growth-stage startups to share their candid perspectives on what truly drives success post-funding.
For more information about the agenda, expectations, and more, please visit our registration page.
REGISTER HERE
July 17
Women in Business — Networked for Growth: Female Founders Harnessing Campus Connections
Hosted by: Northeastern University College of Arts, Media and Design
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. ET
Join us for an insightful panel discussion featuring local thought leaders as we explore effective practices for partnering with universities to accelerate business growth. Following the panel, there will be opportunities to connect with fellow founders, university representatives, and students. Come with an open mind and lots of questions for an engaging discussion!
REGISTER HERE
