50 on Fire nominations are well on their way here in Boston. We have been hearing from all of you and the impressive work you’ve done throughout 2016. From food & drink startups to individuals lighting it up at enterprise level software companies – there is no shortage of innovative work going on in the hub. This is a call to take just five minutes out of your day and nominate your impressive mentors, companies, friends and coworkers. Below, we laid out all of the industries that we will be awarding with 50 on Fire honors on December 7th at the Moakley Courthouse. Buy your tickets to BostInno’s 50 on Fire event here.
When nominating a company for 50 on Fire be sure to think about their success in 2016. Have they launched new products that are disrupting the way their industry operates? Did they make moves to raise a round of funding and/or acquire a competitor? We want to hear about the groundbreaking new studies, major partnerships and their ability to separate from the pack.
Let’s not forget about the individuals that have worked hard to set the Boston scene on fire. What promotions and partnerships have they executed this year? How have they advanced a project or new idea in their industry? We want to know why this person deserves to be honored in a city full of ambitious, driven folks.
Categories:
Here is a breakdown of our 11 categories. Tell us what category this company or individual fits into, or let the BostInno team decide for you!
Civic – We are looking for the game changers in our community who are making a lasting local and global impact with their work. These are the catalysts for change socially, economically and environmentally that are on fire this year.
Design – From awe-inspiring architecture and innovative public gathering spaces to 3D printing and digital design, these individuals and organizations are creating a better future for our city and its residents.
Food and Drink – We want to learn about the chefs, bartenders, restaurants and breweries that are crushing traditional tactics and establishing a new level of cuisine in the hub.
Retail – Boston is home to some of the most innovative brands in the industry. They are shaping the way we buy & sell goods within our community with new consumer concepts.
Education – When education and technology converge to create a successful story, we always want to be first to know. Tell us who you think is doing this in the most creative and effective manner this year.
Health and Medicine – Biotech, life sciences, medtech, digital health and more. We are arguably the biotech hub of the world. Therefore, we’ll have plenty of competition in this category. Tell us who is breaking boundaries in this industry with new discoveries that will change our world.
Marketing and Advertising – With the extreme growth in adtech, marketing technologies and agency work in Boston, it will be difficult to determine who deserves honors in this category.
Investment – Boston is now a major hub for investors—from individual angels to heavily backed venture firms— there is no shortage of deal flow in Boston. Who are the best ones?
Professional Services – Offering customized knowledge-based services to clients is essential to building the local businesses around Boston. This includes law firms, accountants, real estate agencies and more. How are these professional services companies leading the pack?
Sport and Fitness – Boston is the hub for all things sport and fitness related – not to mention, the sneaker capital of the world. From health and wellness technologies to household fitness brands – we are the leader for new trends in the industry.
Technology – New start-ups and public tech stronghold are making Boston a spot on the tech map that cannot be missed. Which Boston-based tech companies are worthy of the 50 on Fire honors?
Send in your nominations today because we only have them open for another month. And grab your exclusive Inno Insider discounted tickets before they sell out.
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