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Jenni Goodman

Jenni Goodman

Passionate community builder fostering connections in the Boston startup ecosystem

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Boston, Massachusetts
Joined May 2025
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Summary

Jenni Goodman is an expert in community building, with over a decade of experience across venture capital, startup accelerators, and non-profit sectors. She has successfully cultivated vibrant ecosystems at Underscore VC and MassChallenge HealthTech, focusing on connecting entrepreneurs with essential resources, talent, and strategic partners to foster growth and collaboration. underscore+2
With a strong educational background including an MBA from Babson College and a B.S. in Communication from Boston University, complemented by Harvard Business School's CORe program, Jenni combines business acumen with effective communication strategies to drive community engagement. Her leadership extends to being a key member of the All Raise Boston leadership team, dedicated to supporting women in entrepreneurship. underscore
Jenni is recognized for her passionate and entrepreneurial approach, viewing community building as integral to business success rather than just a buzzword. Her ability to create a sense of belonging and empower members to take ownership has been central to the success of the Core Community at Underscore VC. underscore+1
Her work at MassChallenge HealthTech included being a founding team member, where she played a pivotal role in launching a digital health accelerator that significantly boosted startups through partnerships, revenue, and funding. This demonstrates her capability in developing and implementing impactful programming for entrepreneurs. medium

Work

Education

Writing

It Takes a Community. Why I Joined Underscore VC

December 1, 2018

An article detailing her philosophy on community building and the reasons for joining Underscore VC, emphasizing the firm's community-driven approach and the importance of a strong ecosystem for entrepreneurs.

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Welcome!

March 1, 2018

An introductory post by Jenni (Tandet) Goodman highlighting her passion for collaboration, building connections, and developing people. It touches on her experience as a Community Relations & Startup Programming Manager for MassChallenge and her role in launching a digital health accelerator.

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Hobbies

Enjoys running on the Charles River, trying out new spin studios, and hiking and camping in Maine. medium

Loves listening to podcasts and is always open to new recommendations. medium