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 AcheampongVisible Hands VCVisible Hands VC
- Brendan McSheffreyThe Kendall ProjectThe Kendall Project
- Allison ByersCEO, Scroobious | Author, Fundraising for the Rest of UsScroobious
Host
Gennari Aronson, LLP, Charles River Chamber of Commerce & Workbar Needham
Location
- Business Strategy
- Finance
- Networking
- Business
