“Together, we can and must create a more equitable business community through individual commitments, accountability and collaboration.”
– James Rooney, President & CEO, Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce

Pacesetters are large and mid-sized companies and anchor institutions committed to using their purchasing power to create a stronger economy by intentionally increasing their spend with small and local businesses. Our Pacesetters companies increase their inclusive and responsible procurement in both dollars and contracts across Greater Boston and Massachusetts with an increased focus on small businesses. The Pacesetters initiative is paving the way for greater economic inclusion within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Questions? Contact us.

Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce Staff
Amber Haskell

VP and Chamber Foundation Executive Director

Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce

Why Join Pacesetters?

Small and Local Business Lists and Databases

The Chamber is committed to amplifying the variety of small businesses throughout Massachusetts. Through the lists below, buyers may find and contact small, local businesses who are ready and available to do business with buyers.

These lists are meant to supplement your company’s own pipeline of suppliers and are by no means exhaustive. We encourage spend and new connections with small businesses across Massachusetts.

Pacesetters Chairs

Meredith Whalen

Chief Purchasing Agent, Gilbane Building Company

As an eleven-year industry professional, Meredith Whalen is a champion of minority, disadvantaged businesses, and workforce development, and is committed to and…Read more

Daylana Ervin-Parker

Director of Budget and Supplier Diversity, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

Daylana is the Director of Budget and Supplier Diversity at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts. She leads and executes strategies that advance the procurement…Read more

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