We are so grateful to Inicio Ventures, Amplify LatinX, BII and everyone who supported EIS on this special day. Our CEO Nathalya Ramírez shared our company’s vision on stage and won 2nd place in this pitch competition. To many more :)
Boston, thank you!! The Latinx/e Startup Hub Tour 2024 kicked off its first nationwide stop with an unforgettable showcase of the region's vibrant startup and small business ecosystem. Huge shout out to Amplify LatinX and Boston Impact Initiative for a very well organized and memorable event. The day was a perfect blend of inspiration, competition and celebration, with incredible Latinx/e owned caterers, sparking conversations that would last well beyond the event. The excitement started with a series of ALXTalks that kept everyone engaged on a wide variety of topics. We dove into the world of micro-grants, learning how these small but mighty funds can supercharge businesses in the region. A passionate discussion on women's health followed, highlighting innovative solutions and the importance of addressing health disparities in the Latinx/e community. The talks continued with a powerful session on the power of storytelling, revealing how great narratives can fuel business success and create lasting impact and more! Lucy Perez Yvonne Castañeda, LICSW Juan Thurman Jovanny Rosado Yvonne Hao But the highlight of the day was undoubtedly the pitch competition. Five trailblazing Latinx/e businesses took the stage, each bringing unique and groundbreaking ideas. The energy was electric as they competed for a share of $35,000. The pitches were engaging, and inspiring, and showcased the incredible talent within our community. Merge-Tek Manka FoodService Consulting & Design Eco Auto Early Intervention Systems (Techstars ‘23) Real Zepeda Tequila We then had the privilege of honoring three outstanding individuals and organizations with the Inicio Community Leadership Awards. These accolades recognize exceptional contributions to the dynamic Latinx startup community in Boston. Congratulations to Boston Impact Initiative, Amplify LatinX, and Oliver Sanchez for their well-deserved titles of Funder of the Year, Founder of the Year, and Ecosystem Builder of the Year, respectively. Your ongoing dedication continues to inspire us every day! The event transitioned to a lively cocktail hour. With drinks in hand, attendees continued to network, celebrate, and dream big. The room buzzed with excitement, laughter, and the promise of future collaborations. The Boston stop of the Latinx/e Startup Hub Tour set a high bar, leaving everyone eagerly anticipating the next leg of this incredible journey. Thank you to M&T Bank for making this stop for you all possible! Grace L. Pedro A. Jorge A. Andrade #FundLatinx #HubTour2024 #ALXBusinessSummit Hispanics in Philanthropy Inicio Jorge M. Calderon Jacob (Jake) Lefker, MBA Monica Martens Inarú Yarí Meléndez Vázquez Eneida Roman Betty Francisco Monica Hinojos-Capes