(2.24) Beantown Brilliance: The State of Innovation
A Talk by Scott Kirsner and Secretary Yvonne Hao
About this Talk
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.
In this keynote, we’ll explore:
- What makes Boston unique in the startup world
- Where Massachusetts’ innovation economy is heading as we go into 2025
- What we, as a startup community, need to work on
- Notable trends and emerging technologies that are shaping our innovation scene
And so much more!
About The Speakers
Columnist, Boston Globe
Scott Kirsner has spent two decades as a business journalist and contributing editor at the Boston Globe, Wired Magazine, Fast Company, Variety, The New York Times, BusinessWeek and other publications.
Secretary of the Executive Office of Economic Development, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Yvonne Hao is the Secretary of the Executive Office of Economic Development. She has had more than 25 years of executive business experience as a senior executive, including as Co-founder, Advisor, and Managing Director.