TiE Boston, one of the region’s most impactful nonprofit organizations supporting innovation and entrepreneurship, announced its annual TiECON East 2025, the largest entrepreneurial conference in Boston, to be held on September 26, 2025, at the Sheraton Boston Hotel in Boston. The conference is co-hosted by TiE New York this year.

This year, TiECON East is breaking the mold. At a time when entrepreneurship is often reduced to pitch decks, funding rounds, and buzzwords, TiECON East 2025 dares to ask: what is at the true heart of entrepreneurship? Themed “The Heart of Entrepreneurship,” this year’s event will spotlight the inner journey of the entrepreneur, the creative essence of innovation, and the emerging wave of transformational technologies.

With over 800 attendees expected, including entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, innovation leaders, senior executives, artists, technologists, and aspiring founders, TiECON East 2025 promises a one-of-a-kind experience that redefines what it means to build and create in today’s world.

“This year’s TiECON is unlike anything Boston has seen,” said Purnanand Sarma, President of TiE Boston and CEO of Aro Biotherapeutics. “We’re not just talking about startups. We’re talking about soul, resilience, creativity, and courage—the raw materials of every true entrepreneurial journey.”

“We’re thrilled to join TiE Boston as co-hosts of this extraordinary event,” said TiE New York President Jignesh Patel. “TiECON East 2025 captures the essence of what entrepreneurship truly means—beyond business plans and toward purpose, creativity, and bold thinking. We can’t wait to be part of this dynamic gathering of visionaries and changemakers

A Conference Like No Other: Exploring Three Bold Dimensions

1. The Inner and Outer Journey of the Entrepreneur

Attendees will explore the often-overlooked emotional and psychological path that fuels the entrepreneurial hustle—grit, purpose, fear, resilience, and reinvention—alongside the tactical, external work of building and scaling a business.

2. Entrepreneurship as a Creative Discipline

This year, the definition of “entrepreneur” expands. Founders will share the stage with artists, filmmakers, musicians, and designers to highlight how creativity, collaboration, and discipline unite all visionary creators.

3. The Coming Wave: Building in a World Being Remade

From AI and quantum computing to neural engineering and synthetic biology, the next frontier of entrepreneurship is already here. Visionary panels will explore how to lead, build, and adapt in a world undergoing profound transformation.

“In a world reshaped by rapid change, TiECON East is more than a conference—it’s a movement. It’s where innovators come to reconnect with their purpose, reimagine what’s possible, and build bold futures together,” added Mr. Sarma. “Whether you’re an entrepreneur, investor, professional, or creator—this is your moment. Come join us and be part of the story that shapes what’s next.”

Event Details

TiECON East 2025

Date: Friday, September 26, 2025

Time: 8:00 am to 5:30 pm

Location: Sheraton Boston Hotel, Boston, MA

Website & Registration: www.tieconeast.com

About TiE Boston

Founded in 1997, TiE Boston connects tomorrow’s founders with today’s entrepreneurs, executives and venture capitalists, in its mission to foster entrepreneurship. Operating for 28 years now, TiE Boston’s unparalleled network of successful, serial entrepreneurs are deeply engaged and committed to giving back to the community by providing mentorship, tactical advice, and expertise to rising entrepreneurs through signature programs. For more information, please visit www.tieboston.org

TiE was founded in 1992 in Silicon Valley by a group of successful entrepreneurs, corporate executives, & senior professionals. Since its existence, TiE Chapters around the world have become a vibrant platform for entrepreneurs, professionals, industry leaders, investors to interact with one another & forge long lasting relationships.

For more information, visit: https://www.tieboston.org