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Social connection inviteđź’Ś, new team members đź‘‹, and Startup Boston Week
An AI-first founder community where real connections, fresh ideas, and big breakthroughs happen.
Harry Chow & Karen Kelly
July 30, 2025
Happy Summer to the LBL community!
Summer’s here, and we’ve got some exciting things in the works! From alternative networking events, to new team additions, to fresh opportunities for founders, we can’t wait to share what’s coming up.
You’re invited to a new kind of networking event
Do you ever find yourself giving a pep talk before a networking event?
Wondering what your elevator pitch is, how to introduce yourself, if you’ll know anyone there, or if it’s even worth your time?
We get it. It’s AWKWARD. And you’re busy.
Most networking events focus more on generating sign-ups, and less on creating real opportunities for connection. That’s why we’re trying something DIFFERENT for Boston founders: a new, data-backed approach to building deeper connections.
Forget business cards and awkward small talk. This is a structured, welcoming experience—just bring yourself.
Looking to grow your network in a more meaningful way? Join us next week for The Whole Room: A new take on startup networking.
đź“… Thursday, August 7th
⏰ 5 - 7PM
đź“ŤCambridge
✔️Sign up: https://lu.ma/gzk8ri57
Spots are limited to 20. If the event is full, join the waitlist and we’ll let you know about the next one.
Meet Harry! Our newest Entrepreneur-in-Residence
Hi everyone, I’m Harry, and I’m excited to join Launch by Lunch as your new Entrepreneur-in-Residence!
A bit about me: I’m passionate about helping people, building things, and telling stories that matter. I’ve had the chance to scale a student nonprofit to reach hundreds of millions, work with brands like Red Bull and Poppi, and help founders grow their digital presence through storytelling and personal branding.
I joined LBL because I believe in the power of community-driven innovation. There’s something special about bringing founders together to share ideas, tackle challenges, and build what matters, especially in a space that values authenticity and real connection. I’m here to help and grow LBL alongside all of you, whether that means supporting your ideas, building new connections, or finding ways for us to succeed together.
We’re super excited to welcome Harry to the team and can’t wait to see what’s next. If you’re interested in joining and connecting, now’s the perfect time to take advantage of our community, get involved, meet other founders, and make the most of everything LBL has to offer!
Catch Karen & Stephan at Startup Boston Week!
We’re excited to share that LBL’s co-founder, Karen Kelly, will be speaking at Startup Boston Week 2025! Don’t miss her session, it’s a great chance to get insights, connect with the community, and be part of the region’s biggest startup event.
Sign Up for Free 👉️ https://www.startupbos.org/sbw2025 ↗
Hope to see you there!
Groundbreaking News in AI
White House Releases America’s AI Action Plan
The U.S. government unveiled a comprehensive AI action plan in July, aiming to promote American leadership in AI, streamline regulations, and boost exports of AI technology. The plan includes investments in AI infrastructure, public-private partnerships, and new guidelines for trustworthy AI development.
Anthropic Deploys AI Agents to Audit Models for Safety
Anthropic has launched a new initiative using autonomous AI agents to audit and monitor powerful models like Claude. These agents are designed to improve transparency and safety in AI systems, marking a significant step toward responsible AI development.
OpenAI Announces ChatGPT Agent: Bridging Research and Action
OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Agent, a major upgrade that allows ChatGPT to not only answer questions but also complete complex, multi-step tasks online. The agent can browse websites, fill out forms, analyze data, and deliver editable files, all while keeping the user in control.
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As always, stay cool, and we look forward to seeing you soon!