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Panel

AI: Trends and Developments in Entrepreneurial Finance

Hosted by Gennari Aronson, LLP, Charles River Chamber of Commerce & Workbar Needham

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

6:15 PM–7:00 PM ET

About

In these volatile times, many entrepreneurs are struggling to raise money from friends & neighbors, angel groups, VCs, and traditional early-stage investors. Innovative companies are trying to grab the attention of investors and influencers. Mission and impact focused entrepreneurs trying to balance profit with social or environmental goals are having an even harder time. Do all business plans have to include the words "artificial intelligence" to attract attention, advisors, and funding? Yes and No! Join us for a discussion of how financing strategies for growth companies are being shaped and transformed by innovation and AI. Hosted by Gennari Aronson, LLP, Charles River Chamber of Commerce & Workbar Needham. Getting there: Free on-site parking. Directly off Route 128 / I-95.

Speakers

  • Daniel Acheampong
    Visible Hands VC
    Visible Hands VC
  • Brendan McSheffrey
    The Kendall Project
    The Kendall Project
  • Allison Byers
    CEO, Scroobious | Author, Fundraising for the Rest of Us
    Scroobious

Host

Gennari Aronson, LLP, Charles River Chamber of Commerce & Workbar Needham

Location

Workbar Needham

117 Kendrick Street, Suite 300, Needham, MA 02494

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  • Business Strategy
  • Finance
  • Networking
  • Business