Mackenzie is the Global Startup Evangelist at AWS. His days are spent traveling the globe to meet startups, share their stories, and connect engineering teams together. Every day there are a large number of startups launching on AWS across every imaginable industry. It’s Mackenzie’s mission to find stories of startups that are helping to improve the world and share these stories with a wide audience.
Join AWS Startups for an exclusive, invite-only culinary experience during Boston Tech Week with celebrity chef Karen Akunowicz, Boston's acclaimed Queen of Pasta.Â
Your Evening Includes:
- Networking & Connections — Meet fellow startup founders and AWS executives in an intimate setting designed for meaningful conversations.
- Hands-On Culinary Experience — Learn the art of pasta-making directly from a James Beard Award-winning chef at the renowned Bar Volpe.Â
- Intimate Seated Dinner — Enjoy the fruits of your labor with a curated meal featuring the pasta you've created, paired with innovative Italian cuisine.Â
Who Should Attend: This invite-only event is designed for startup founders and leaders building innovative companies. Space is limited to ensure and intimate, high-quality experience for all attendees.
Why Join Us: Connect with the AWS Startups community, build relationships with fellow founders, and experiences Boston's culinary excellence —all while exploring how AWS can support your startup's growth journey.Â
Note: Participation is limited due to the intimate nature of this forum. This invitation is extended exclusively to you and is non-transferable. Kindly note that additional guests or plus-ones cannot be accommodated. Please contact Isabel Chen at chohosch@amazon.com with any questions or accessibility needs.Â
Arrive to a warm welcome at Bar Volpe, where handcrafted cocktails and conversation flow free. This is your time to connect with fellow founders, AWS executives, and strategic partners in an intimate setting designed for authentic relationship-building. Mix, mingle, and set the tone for an unforgettable evening.Â
Roll up your sleeves and step into the kitchen with celebrity Chef Karen Akunowicz. In this interactive culinary masterclass, you'll learn the art of handcrafted pasta-making from one of Boston's most celebrated chefs. Work alongside fellow innovators as you knead, roll, and shape fresh pasta—breaking down barriers and building connections through shared creativity.
James Beard Award-winning chef Karen Akunowicz is a celebrated restaurateur and TV personality. She owns Fox & the Knife, Bar Volpe, and Fox Pasta Company. Her debut restaurant was a 2020 James Beard finalist for Best New Restaurant in America. A beloved figure on Bravo's "Top Chef" and Food Network's "Tournament of Champions," Karen is also the author of "Crave: Bold Recipes That Make You Want Seconds"—named 2023 Cookbook of the Year by Readable Feast.Â
