BOSTON— TiE Boston President Purnanand Sarma says this year’s TiECON East Conference will mark a significant departure from past events—one that centers on the deeper, often overlooked emotional and creative dimensions of entrepreneurship.
In an exclusive video interview with INDIA New England News, Sarma—who also serves as CEO of Aro Biotherapeutics—spoke candidly about the conference’s new direction and the solitary challenges many entrepreneurs face along the way.
“This year’s TiECON is unlike anything Boston has seen,” said Dr. Sarma. “We’re not just talking about startups. We’re talking about soul, resilience, creativity, and courage—the raw materials of every true entrepreneurial journey.”
A Fresh Take on Entrepreneurship
Scheduled for Friday, September 26, 2025, at the Sheraton Boston Hotel, TiECON East 2025 is being co-hosted by TiE New York and promises a bold new theme: “The Heart of Entrepreneurship.”
Breaking away from traditional tech and investment talk, the conference will explore the emotional grit, creative spirit, and transformative technologies that are reshaping the entrepreneurial landscape in a rapidly changing world.
“Entrepreneurship is often reduced to pitch decks, funding rounds, and buzzwords,” Sarma noted. “But this year, we’re going deeper—into what really drives entrepreneurs and sustains them through adversity.”
In addition to exploring innovation and leadership, the event will shine a light on the lonely journey many entrepreneurs face—a topic Dr. Sarma emphasized in the interview.
To watch the full interview, please click here, or on the image below.
TiECON East 2025 — Event Details
Date: Friday, September 26, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Location: Sheraton Boston Hotel, Boston, MA
Website & Registration: www.tieconeast.com
Founded in 1997, TiE Boston connects aspiring entrepreneurs with seasoned founders, executives, and venture capitalists through mentorship and high-impact programs. Now in its 28th year, TiE Boston is one of the most active chapters of TiE Global, offering unparalleled access to a network of successful, serial entrepreneurs committed to fostering the next generation of business leaders.
Established in 1992 in Silicon Valley, TiE (The Indus Entrepreneurs) is a global nonprofit organization created by entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs. Today, it spans over 60 chapters worldwide, providing a platform where founders, investors, industry leaders, and professionals collaborate to build lasting business relationships and foster innovation across industries.
For more information, visit www.tieboston.org
