Inside the Boston New Technology Town Hall – Building a Stronger Startup Ecosystem

?? The Boston New Technology (BNT) community gathered for an insightful Town Hall to discuss our mission, upcoming initiatives, and the evolving startup landscape in Boston. Here’s what you missed and why it matters.

??? What is the BNT Town Hall?

The BNT Town Hall is more than just a meetup—it’s a community-driven forum where founders, investors, and industry leaders come together to exchange ideas, tackle challenges, and share resources. Hosted by Jason Kraus and Steve Vilkas , the discussion covered the latest updates in healthtech, funding trends, startup growth strategies, and our vision for 2025.

This month, we heard from founders raising capital, launching new ventures, and breaking barriers in MedTech, AI, and SaaS.

?? Key Takeaways from the Discussion

1?? The Power of Community & Open Collaboration

BNT continues to serve as Boston’s “Startup Oasis” by offering multiple pathways to support entrepreneurs:

?? Weekly Precision Pitch Practice – A low-pressure environment where founders refine their investor pitch with expert feedback.

?? BNT Startup Showcases – High-energy events spotlighting Boston’s most innovative startups.

?? Techstars Startup Weekend & Hackathons – Hands-on experiences where participants build startups from scratch in just 54 hours.

"There’s something for everyone in BNT—whether you're raising capital, building your team, or just exploring entrepreneurship." – Jason Kraus

2?? Investing in HealthTech & Breaking Barriers

The conversation shifted to HealthTech innovation and fundraising challenges, particularly for underrepresented founders. We heard from Jerrold Shapiro of Floelle Inc. , who is raising a $3M seed round to revolutionize women’s health.

Yet, despite solving a global problem affecting millions of women, his team faces hurdles due to ageism and industry biases against investing in women-led MedTech.

?? BNT’s Response?

?? Hosting the BNT HealthTech Showcase (Feb 25, 2025) to connect founders with investors who believe in impact-driven innovation.

?? Leveraging our network to bridge the gap between underrepresented founders and funding opportunities.

"We’re here to make sure Boston’s startup ecosystem is not just thriving—but inclusive, supportive, and open to all innovators." – Steve Vilkas

3?? Startup Acceleration: More Than Just Speed

Prepare 4 VC's Breakthrough Program is redefining startup acceleration. Unlike traditional accelerators that focus only on speed, the Breakthrough Program is about:

?? Removing Barriers – Helping founders identify and tackle obstacles holding them back.

?? Building Market Readiness – Preparing startups with the right positioning, messaging, and investor readiness.

?? Global Access – Virtual-first programming that supports founders from across the world.

"Acceleration isn’t just about speed. Sometimes, it’s about removing the brakes that are holding you back." – Jerrold Shapiro

?? What’s Next for BNT?

?? Feb 25 – BNT HealthTech Showcase | Featuring 6 startups transforming the future of healthcare. ?? Register Here

?? Weekly Precision Pitch Practice | Every Thursday, 12 PM EST. ?? Join Here

?? March – Breakthrough Program Cohort Launch | ?? Apply Now

?? May 30 – June 1 – Techstars Startup Weekend Boston ?? Secure Your Spot

?? Final Thoughts: BNT is Here to Support YOU

If you’re an entrepreneur, investor, or community builder in the Boston startup scene, we invite you to be part of BNT.

?? How Can We Help You? Drop a comment or send us a message—we’re always here to connect.

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