Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce

Join us tomorrow for our special event, Shaping the Future of Downtown: Catalysts to Ensure Success. Register for free to hear from our distinguished panelists on the initiatives and collaborations that are shaping the future of downtown areas across the country. https://lnkd.in/e7vTHvAp Thank you to our panelists: Doug Howgate, President, Massachusetts Taxpayers Foundation Bob Rivers, Chair & CEO, Eastern Bank Tamara Small, CEO, NAIOP Massachusetts, The Commercial Real Estate Development Association James E. Rooney, President & CEO, Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce Martha Walz, Interim President, Boston Municipal Research Bureau

Welcome to our Member Spotlight Q&A series, where we turn the spotlight on the vibrant individuals and businesses that drive innovation and excellence in our Greater Boston region. Today, we are excited to shine a light on Shriver Job Corps Center! One of the 3 US Department of Labor Job Corps centers in the state, Shriver Job Corps Center provides free vocational training to eligible ages 16-24. With residential and commuter options, academic programs, driver training, and more, Shriver Job Corps Center is an incredible resource to the youth of Greater Boston! Learn more about Shriver Job Corps Center and the incredible work they do: https://lnkd.in/etGgk9aP

Are you a self-motivated woman ready to take businesses to new heights? For 14 years, our Women's Leadership Program has been propelling professionals to the next level. This year, it is your time to shine! An invaluable opportunity to gain access to a lifetime of resources and connections, WLP equips you with the tools required to get ahead in today’s competitive business landscape. Whether it be learning from renowned faculty at Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership or from the city’s top women leaders through the Chamber’s Women’s Network, WLP is the professional development program to take your leadership skills to the next level. To date, we’ve graduated more than 1,300 women from across industries, sectors, and roles, all of which continue to positively impact the professional landscape of Greater Boston – achieving success in their own endeavors while creating ideal conditions for other women to thrive. With our July 19 deadline quickly approaching, NOW is the time to invest in yourself or nominate a high-performing woman you know who’s ready to take business to new heights. Enroll or nominate someone today: https://lnkd.in/ev9QuKsz #womenleaders #empoweredwomenempowerwomen

This Thursday, we’ll be hosting a free panel event discussing the most recent research on urban downtown areas across the country. Join thought leaders in urban development to talk through the urgent actions needed to ensure a successful future for Boston’s downtown area. https://lnkd.in/e7vTHvAp Thank you to our panelists: Doug Howgate, President, Massachusetts Taxpayers Foundation Bob Rivers, Chair & CEO, Eastern Bank Tamara Small, CEO, NAIOP Massachusetts, The Commercial Real Estate Development Association James E. Rooney, President & CEO, Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce Martha Walz, Interim President, Boston Municipal Research Bureau

-> Inclusion is key to Greater Boston’s future <- Our Young Residents Survey uncovers varied departure plans among demographic groups, stressing the importance of fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/et8gur2x

𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟭𝟵! Don’t miss the opportunity to join our 2024 Women's Leadership Program. Learn from renowned faculty at Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership, gain access to the city’s top women leaders through the Chamber’s Women’s Network, collaborate with other emerging women leaders across industries through Peer Mentor Groups, design an Individual Action Project for your own workplace, and more. Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eYaHWNxA

Each Independence Day, we celebrate the founding of our nation and our efforts in shaping a promising future together. Wishing all a happy and safe Fourth of July!

Welcome to our Member Spotlight Q&A series, where we turn the spotlight on the vibrant individuals and businesses that drive innovation and excellence in our Greater Boston region. Today, we are excited to shine a light on Rise & Roar Creative! Rise & Roar Creative is a village of creative heroines who listen deeply to craft powerful stories that empower entrepreneurs and engage their audiences in a tone that is attention-grabbing, engaging, and visually appealing. They create content that is insight-driven, impactful and adds a hint of spice to help brands break through the noise! Learn more about Rise & Roar Creative and the incredible work they do: https://lnkd.in/eMXWCQ-n To be featured in our Member-Stories series, submit yours here: https://lnkd.in/e8spExPw

In our survey of 800+ young Greater Boston residents (aged 20-30), many of them said they find it relatively easy to forge connections and build community in Greater Boston, but a significant 22% have encountered difficulties in this regard. Learn how our Fierce Urgency of Now Festival is working to foster connection and retain Boston’s young professionals: https://lnkd.in/eU7tptPQ Thank you to our Fierce Urgency of Now Festival funders for bringing to life these immersive opportunities for Boston’s young professionals! Executive Funders: Barr Foundation & Franklin Templeton Gold Funders: Procter & Gamble, Raymour & Flanigan Furniture and Mattresses, & TD #FUN2024 #FierceUrgencyofNow #MyBoston

Congratulations to our 2024 Pacesetters Supplier Diversity Awards Winners! Thank you to all who came to celebrate our honorees! It was a great time celebrating our supplier diversity leaders as we enjoyed delicious food, networking with peers, and teaching others more about the Pacesetters network.