Boston Side Event Lineup TechCrunch, loyal private shares, Women Tech Meetups, 4 VC preparations and more
Get ready to amplify you TechCrunch All Stage 2025 An inspiring lineup experience Side Events It will take Boston by storm during the week of July 13th-19th.
As the countdown to all stages begins, we are excited to share us Side Events The lineup can promote meaningful connections within the vibrant Boston tech community. Whether you’re a veteran industry professional or an up-and-coming entrepreneur, our side events promise an unforgettable week filled with networking opportunities, showcases of innovation and engaging conversations. Mark your calendar, secure a spot, jump into the excitement of TC, and be like never before!
Quick Side Event Disclaimer:
- Subscribe to Side Events/RSVPing will not grant access/tickets/badges to the Main TC All Stage 2025 meeting on July 15th.
- Each event is organized and operated solely by the Host (i.e., not of its affiliates or brands, including TC Media International or TechCrunch).
- Attendees are at least 18 years of age or older, with some venues being over 21 years of age.
- Side events are open to the public unless specified.
- Please register your RSVP for any of the side events you wish to participate in.
July 14th
A Startup Confession: A Night of the Founder’s Story
host: Palm Venture Studios
time: 3pm – 7pm
Startup life can be a lonely journey. This is a night where we spend a good time together. Founders who share real stories and lessons they learned how to do the hard work.
– Drinks and food
– Networking
– Real Founder, Real Story
High-tech founder Fireside Chat
host: withum
time: 5pm – 8pm
Kick off TechCrunch Boston with Withum, UBS and dynamic founder groups to host a fast-paced, 30-minute fireside chat for tech founders. From economic updates to QSBS stocks, equity structures and insights from one big beautiful bill proposed, we cover what’s most important now.
Also, startup founders listen to first-hand as they share lessons learned, growth strategies, and how they are building in today’s evolving landscape.
Join us in candid conversations, authentic takeaways, and meaningful connections with fellow tech entrepreneurs in a high-energy founder-first setting.
Get started with the TechCrunch Boston experience with an impactful fireside chat that covers today’s economic situation, QSB, equity insights and real-world advice from startup leaders.
July 15th
South Asian Group
host: America South Asia Network (Asan)
time: 5:15pm to 7:30pm
Join us for a fascinating evening of networking, insightful discussions and cultural celebrations. Connect with South Asian entrepreneurs, creatives and professionals and explore the vibrant contributions of South Asian communities across a wide range of industries. Details of the registration page!
Women’s Technology Meet-Up: Rise on your terms
host: Women’s technology meetup, Techstars, puzzleand Venture Lane
time: 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Boston! Call all women in technology, allies, friends and partners!
Participate in the Women Tech Meetup: Raisin on Your Terms sponsored by TechStars and Venture Lane as an official side event for all stages of TechCrunch.
Enjoy free drinks and snacks, engaging conversation, networking and a beautiful venue.
Additionally, we will host a panel discussion on the challenges faced by fundraising, venture capital and female founders on their journey to building successful companies, as well as strategies to overcome them. The agendas listed on the registration page.
July 16th
Founder’s Breakfast: Boston Edition
host: puzzle and Fidelity Private Stock
time: 9am – 11am
I’m hungry. Give me your inspiration.
Building a startup is a wild ride. So pause and connect with great food and even better companies 🍽️☕
Join us for a special breakfast as a side event at TechCrunch All Stage. It is designed for founders to navigate everything in between, scaling, fundraising, and everything in between. Co-hosted by Puzzle and Fidelity Private Stock.
Exchange lessons learned and insider tips, the biggest wins, the toughest challenges, and fresh perspectives with fellow founders who really get it.
Breakthrough Summit: Prepare 4 VC Graduation & Showcases
host: 4 Prepare the VC
time: 11am – 2pm
The Breakthrough Summit is the grand finale of the Prepare 4 VC Breakthrough Program. This is a 10-week founder accelerated journey that pushes beyond theory into transformative action. This is not a demonstration day. This is a celebration of resilience, growth and traction.
You are invited to witness ten bold and ambitious founding teams while they take the stage to share:
– Their pitch-ready venture.
– A personal breakthrough moment.
– Traction obtained through the program.
– The next big leap they’re preparing for.
It is framed by a strong community of mentors, investors and partners who made it all possible.
Product Design Happy Hour
host: Onshape by PTC
time: 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Join us at our next Happy Hour event with early stage founders, top investors and engineers shaping the future of product design.
Listen to Jon Hirschtick and John McEleney, co-founders of Solidworks and Onshape, in a panel session on venture-backed startup buildings, scaling and fundraising. Additionally, ask directly from AWS about how to build a scalable and secure infrastructure for your startup.
Whether you’re in Boston for all stages of TechCrunch or building a groundbreaking product, you don’t want to miss this!
æthosai lounge
host: Ithos Foundation
time: 5:30pm to 8:30pm
For nights and drinks to join our ecosystem and guide society towards AI that truly serves humanity.
Entrepreneurs, professors and civil servants step into the bar. Let’s see if they go out with a new understanding of what holds AI accountable.
æthos has built AI startup hubs in Boston and Berlin over the past year around its mission to build a powerful practical norm for ethical AI. We bring together governments, big tech, academia, investment leaders and startups to build these norms.
Normal Place, Unusual People: The Best Heart Boston has to offer on July 16th.
Effectively Scaling Teams: Interactive Panel Discussion X Networking
host: Remote Source and part
time: 5:30pm to 9:30pm
Build high-performance teams and unlock secrets that will confidently scale your startup. Be efficient in your scaling team. It’s an exclusive event that brings together leaders from venture capital companies and growth stage startups to share unfiltered experiences about what really drives them to succeed after the funding round.
Find more information on expectations, agenda and more on our registration page.
July 17th
Women in Business – Network for Growth: Founders of Women Using Campus Connections
host: Northeastern University College of Arts, Media, Design
time: 4pm – 6pm
Join this engaging panel discussion on best practices with local thought leaders and work with the university to enhance business growth. After the panel, there is an opportunity to network with fellow founders, university representatives and students. Get ready for a lively discussion with open mind and lots of questions!