Startup Showcase @ Harvard: Skills Live Show 2026
📋 Event Description
SKILLS LIVE — two inspiring days for founders, business owners, and growth-minded professionals at Harvard.
Join us for a power-packed two-day experience at The Harvard University Science Center, Cambridge, MA — connecting startups with top investors from the Middle East.
Led by 50+ world-class speakers and industry leaders from across the globe.
📅 When
Day 1 — Friday, 14 August 2026 · 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM (doors 11 AM)
Day 2 — Saturday, 15 August 2026 · 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (doors 8 AM)
📍 Where
The Harvard University Science Center · 1 Oxford St, Cambridge, MA 02138
What to Expect
Inspiring Talks — rapid-fire keynotes from leading global voices
Spotlight startup pitches (1-minute)
Expert panels on financial literacy, leadership, entrepreneurship, emotional intelligence, and business growth
High-value networking with investors, founders, creatives, and growth-focused professionals
Awards & Recognition celebrating excellence across healthcare, social impact, business, and innovation
Book launches spotlighting inspiring individual stories
Live DJ, performances, and immersive experiences across both days
Featuring Our VIP Guests
His Excellency Baron of Boston, Alec Stern — Knight of the Royal Order, recognized for Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Philanthropy
Dr. William Selvamurthy — Chancellor, Amity University Chhattisgarh; President, Amity Science, Technology & Innovation Foundation; scientific collaborator of Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
Prof. Dr. Parin Somani — Four-time TEDx speaker, featured on BBC, Forbes, Entrepreneur, Metro & Times of India
Ellen Mannaert — Humanitarian investor, serial entrepreneur, and impact-driven tech & real estate startup coach
The Worshipful Mayor of Elstree & Borehamwood, Cllr Tushar Kumar
More VIPs to be announced.
Speaker Highlights
Day 1
Ellen Mannaert
Baron Alec Stern
Dimple Patel
Dr. Deborah Greenhut PhD
Dr. Byron Ernest
Rob Natale
Day 2
Dr. Flomny Menon
Lucia Engel
Amanda Bossi
Janet Tonkins
Pari Patel
Agnes Lai Ying Ng
Plus 50+ global speakers and panelists across the two days.
Who Should Attend
Students and aspiring entrepreneurs
First-time founders and startup builders
Small business owners and SME leaders
Coaches, consultants, and e-commerce founders
Professionals looking to grow their network and visibility
Decision-makers seeking ideas, partnerships, and business solutions
If you want fresh ideas, valuable connections, and a room full of ambitious people committed to growth — Skills Live is for you.
Dress Code
Daytime — Professional / Smart Casual
Evening — Cocktail Dress / Black Tie
Tickets
This is a two-day event — grab a ticket for each day:
Day 1 (14 Aug): https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/skills-live-show-x-harvard-ma-usa-day-1-tickets-1986525437058
Day 2 (15 Aug): https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/skills-live-show-x-harvard-15th-august-2026-day-2-tickets-1990206381863
Limited tickets available — secure your spot now.
Hosted By
London Organisation of Skills Development (LOSD) — bringing together founders, students, and professionals worldwide to build the skills, insights, and networks needed to start and scale.