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?? Reminder: Apply Now for the Boost VC Founder Start Program! ?? We’re excited to continue our Founder Start Program and support visionary founders in building the next wave of groundbreaking Deep Tech companies. Each month, we invest $50K into one outstanding team to help turn their startup idea into reality. If you’re ready to make an impact in AI, robotics, space, or any deep tech field, we want to hear from you! ?? Apply here for $50K: https://lnkd.in/eSBtAYQp ?? For those raising a full Pre-Seed round, please apply here: https://lnkd.in/gJZ7QUgp

Adam Draper ? hosts Patrick Joyce, Co-Founder of ResearchHub, on the "Can’t Be Done" Podcast to discuss the DeSci movement, funding in academia, and how ResearchHub is revolutionizing research. A must-watch for anyone interested in the future of science. You can watch the full length episode on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gCCYHuTx Like and subscribe ?? ?? Huge shoutout to the DraperTV team and for the epic production work on this! Brayton Williams ? Maddie Callander Derek B. Gus Domel, PhD Mark Beylin Emily Yu Danielle Sosnick Claire Kroft ?

In the spirit of VC transparency, someone asked me for the @BoostVC returns. We put them next to the Union Square Ventures numbers, which can help with context. AMA

?? We're investing $150k into Bitcoin builders! Applications are open, but they close at the end of the month! Now is your chance to apply for Batch 2 of the?BitcoinFi Accelerator—a 6-week program designed to propel early-stage teams building on Bitcoin. Backed by?Boost VC, Draper Associates, and Thesis, you'll gain access to funding, expert mentorship from top industry leaders, and connections with VCs, founders, and fellow builders. If you’re ready to build the future of Bitcoin,?apply below by March 28!????? https://bitcoinfi.network/

It's common to hear engineer founders say they're unsure of how to approach sales—and we get it—but engineers can make great salespeople!?Your technical expertise and problem-solving mindset are huge assets in sales. Here’s how to leverage them: 1?? Use Your Technical Knowledge?– Explain product benefits in a way that’s clear and valuable to your prospect. Help them see how your solution solves their challenges. 2?? Focus on Problem-Solving?– Sales is about addressing customer pain points. Approach it like debugging a system—listen, analyze, and offer solutions. 3?? Be Selective With Knowledge?– As an expert, it’s tempting to share?everything?you know. Instead, ask thoughtful questions and focus only on what matters to your prospect. 4?? Practice Communication Skills?– Selling is as much about connection as it is about expertise. Hone your presentation skills, seek feedback, and stay humble. ?? Sales isn’t about being flashy—it’s about delivering value. As an engineer, you’re already equipped to excel. Focus on connection and clarity, and you’ll crush it!

Calling all Bitcoin builders! We’re thrilled to launch Batch 2 of the?BitcoinFi Accelerator—a 6-week program designed to support early-stage teams building on Bitcoin. With the success of our first batch and the invaluable support of our mentors and sponsors, we’re doubling down on Bitcoin innovation. Backed by?Boost VC, Draper Associates, and Thesis, this accelerator is built to help teams push the boundaries of what’s possible on Bitcoin. What’s in it for you? ??$150K investment for 5% equity?+ future funding opportunities ??Mentorship & technical support?from top industry experts ??Go-to-market guidance & networking?with VCs, leaders & fellow builders Who should apply? ?? You have an MVP ready to go ?? You’re pre-seed stage (<$1M funding) ?? You have a dedicated technical co-founder & a solid team of 3+ If you're ready to shape the future of BitcoinFi,?apply here by March 28!????? https://lnkd.in/gpUH6SUW

Congratulations to Maddie Callander on 10 years with Boost VC! ???? From investing in groundbreaking deep tech startups to supporting founders on their wild journeys, Maddie has been an invaluable part of our team. Her dedication, sharp instincts, and passion for pushing the boundaries of what’s possible have helped shape Boost VC into what it is today. We’re incredibly grateful for the last decade of impact and can’t wait to see what the future holds. Here’s to many more! ????

It was so awesome hosting a panel with Surbhi Sarna (former Founder of nVision which she sold to Boston Scientific, and current GP at Y Combinator / Founder of Collate). She's been an absolute force in the startup ecosystem for a long time now! There were so many great nuggets from the chat, but my favorite: "life is too short to waste on leisure, spend your time building something special." I've said this, and I'll stand by it: There is nothing more important that a person can do than build a deep tech company. The scale of impact is unlike anything else. Cheers to all the Boost VC / deep tech founders changing the world!

We're excited to deepen our commitment to accelerating scientific research with ResearchHub! Proud to support their mission to make science more accessible and collaborative. ??

That's a wrap! Last week, we brought together over 60 deep tech founders from around the world for our Boost VC Founder Summit—and what a week it was! From insightful talks by top VCs to incredible networking and breakout sessions, it was inspiring to see this group building the future. Huge thank you to our founders and everyone who made this week so special, including our amazing guest speakers Tim Draper, Steve Jurvetson, Sam Cole, Surbhi Sarna, Arielle Zuckerberg, Brandon F. Goldman, & Brian Blumenfeld. We’re proud to support this community of world-changing innovators and can't wait to gather together again. ??