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          Transportation First | State of the Airport

          The Transportation First Series offers a platform to discuss the challenges faced by our region, with the input of experts and changemakers.

          06/12/2025

          2:45pm - 4:30pm

          Hybrid | Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce

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          Our Women’s Leadership Program enables you to take your leadership to the next level by arming you with the most in-demand leadership toolkit.

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          Boston’s Future Leaders

          Our Boston’s Future Leaders (BFL) program provides emerging leaders with a socially conscious and civically engaged leadership toolkit, as well as the opportunity to apply their knowledge through experiential assignments.

          Read More
          Authentic Professionalism for Early Career Professionals

          Join us on June 12 for a highly interactive virtual workshop with Strategic Career & Leadership Coach Carole-Ann Penney.

          Read More
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          We are developing an ecosystem of corporations and partners with the influence and buying power to transform economic inclusion for minority business enterprises (MBEs).

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          BIMA

          BIMA (the Boston Interactive Media Association) serves a vibrant community of like-minded professionals from agencies, brands, publishers, and ad-tech companies with business interests in the New England market.

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          For over 30 years, the Chamber’s Women’s Network has connected female professionals of all background and career levels. Today, our Women’s Network is the largest in New England, strengthening the professional networks of women each year.

          Read More
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May 29, 2025 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Virtual

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  • Join us for our next installment of the Pacesetters Doing Business series featuring Columbia Construction.
  • This free and virtual event gives small business owners the chance to hear directly from procurement officers about opportunities to work with them.

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Discover Opportunities with Columbia Construction

At Columbia, they are dedicated to creating a brighter future for their employees and the construction industry. By leveraging their Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategic Plan and taking deliberate, measurable actions, they aim to make a positive impact on their company, the construction sector, and the communities they serve.

They believe that everyone deserves dignity and respect. By cultivating psychologically safe workplaces, they ensure that their employees and partners are more engaged and can be their best selves. While there are many business reasons for this approach, they ultimately believe it is the right thing to do.

Pacesetters Doing Business events are an opportunity for small businesses to hear directly from procurement officers at participating Pacesetters companies and learn about their supplier diversity initiatives. Our Pacesetters are committed to working with MA-based small businesses, and our virtual series serves as an informational session to help you get started.

The Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce encourages persons with disabilities to participate, and engage fully, in its programs and events. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation, including but not limited to, listening devices, closed captioning, large print, wheelchair access, allergies and environmental sensitivities, or if you have any questions about the venue, event format, or virtual platform, please contact us.
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Kaija Chalmus

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Speakers

Bill Carpenter

Senior Vice President, Columbia Construction

As Senior Vice President of Preconstruction & Estimating, Bill’s goal is to get the project team the best possible project, with the highest level of finish,…Read more
As Senior Vice President of Preconstruction & Estimating, Bill’s goal is to get the project team the best possible project, with the highest level of finish, for the best value, that can be delivered within any cost and schedule constraints that the client may have. Throughout his 18 years with Columbia, Bill has continually searched for and implemented improvements geared toward creating high-performing teams and exceptional client experiences. His drive to continuously improve, develop meaningful internal and external relationships, and push for collaboration have made him a natural leader within this group and in the company. As far as Bill is concerned, the most rewarding part of his job is being involved early on in the project lifecycle, identifying potential problems, and working collaboratively to reach a solution before the first hammer is swung. A New Hampshire resident, Bill is in his element when outside in nature. With hobbies like camping with his family, upland bird hunting, fishing and maple sugaring, he is a true outdoorsman. Bill’s hard work and dedication can be attributed to a quote from his grandfather that he lives by, “it doesn’t matter what you decide to do in life, but at the end of the day just be the best damn person doing it!”

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Rosemary Duffy

Vice President of Procurement, Columbia Construction

As Vice President of Procurement, Rosemary has a deep understanding of operations and she works hard to stay up to date with the latest market trends, as well as…Read more
As Vice President of Procurement, Rosemary has a deep understanding of operations and she works hard to stay up to date with the latest market trends, as well as collaborates Subcontractor Procurement to keep our projects highly organized and thoroughly coordinated. Her thorough training in all aspects of project management combined with her background in architecture allows her to bring a unique perspective to our most challenging and sophisticated projects. The SONOS Boston office fit out is a perfect example of a unique, challenging and ultimately successful project that Rosemary considers a career highlight. Known by her colleagues for her reliability and sense of humor, she always stays on top of her responsibilities and is willing to help team members any way she can. She values her part in developing young individuals into the role of Project Manager and helping them understand the tools and controls within Columbia and the industry in general. Outside of the office, Rosemary prioritizes spending time with family and friends. Her twins, Michael & Briella, are double the fun and always keep her smiling. Her puggle, Jade, is also an important part of the family! Rosemary also enjoys spin classes, attending sporting events, cooking, and eating great Italian food. Her homemade Nutella pizzelles are a hit in the office during the holiday season!

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Jerrett Jones

Director of Diversity and Inclusion, Columbia Construction

Jerrett joined in 2023 as the first Director of Diversity & Inclusion at Columbia. In this pivotal role, he works closely with the DEI Working Group and Executive…Read more
Jerrett joined in 2023 as the first Director of Diversity & Inclusion at Columbia. In this pivotal role, he works closely with the DEI Working Group and Executive Leadership to oversee the continued implementation of our DEI Strategic Plan. Jerrett holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Additionally, he earned an M.P.A. in Public Affairs, as well as a B.A. in Economics & Political Science from the same institution. Known for his open communication style, he cultivates a workplace culture that prioritizes psychological safety and accountability. Jerrett is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse workforce at every tier within the organization, serving as a catalyst for change in promoting diversity and inclusivity within the construction industry. When not at work, Jerrett enjoys exploring his passion for food, trying out different restaurants, and immersing himself in the culinary scene of Boston. At the top of his bucket list is a travel adventure to explore diverse cultures and landscapes worldwide.

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Shaun Lover

President, Columbia Construction

As president of Columbia, Shaun’s leadership and commitment to delivering exceptional results goes beyond daily operations to represent the core values: teamwork,…Read more
As president of Columbia, Shaun’s leadership and commitment to delivering exceptional results goes beyond daily operations to represent the core values: teamwork, empowerment, and understanding that define Columbia. With over 20 years of construction experience, Shaun is known and respected for his approachable, responsive, and empowering management style. Shaun graduated from Northeastern University with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and he started his career working in the field. Quickly building a reputation as a forward thinking and dedicated team player, he moved to project management. Shaun joined Columbia in 2003 and has held a variety of supervisory and management positions including seven years as Vice President of Columbia’s Interiors Division. Over that time, Shaun successfully grew the Interiors Division through an economic recession into a prosperous and productive team that has worked in over 150 buildings in Downtown Boston and the Greater Boston area. His commitment to inspiring and leading others continues outside of the office as a member of the Dana Farber Leadership Council. Today, overseeing all business operations including strategic development, team building, and project leadership at Columbia, Shaun understands how to turn a big picture vision into reality through relentless planning, systematic collaboration and strong communication. A proud dad of three boys, Shaun has had the honor of coaching hundreds of kids in a variety of youth sports including football, baseball and basketball and he absolutely loves it. For Shaun, having a positive impact on the younger generation is extremely rewarding. An exceptional athlete himself, in 2018 Shaun was inducted into the Farmington High school Hall of fame, where he played four sports for the Tigers (cross country, soccer, basketball, baseball), earning All-Southeastern League honors in all four.

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