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

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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.

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          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.

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Massachusetts is home to more than 700,000 small businesses that employ 1.4 million people across all industries, playing a vital role in innovation, job creation, and community growth throughout the state.

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  • Engaging Events: Creating opportunities for small businesses to network with peers and established leaders in the Greater Boston area.
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Our First Call program connects you with an advisor to learn about your business's needs and help find the right fit for you within our region's wide range of small business resources and programs. 

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Better Together Brain Trust (BT2 Energy) is a minority and women-owned small business is committed to advancing clean energy solutions through strategic approaches...Read more
Better Together Brain Trust (BT2 Energy) is a minority and women-owned small business is committed to advancing clean energy solutions through strategic approaches and innovative strategies, creating partnerships that drive growth, foster economic equity, support diverse small businesses, and develop the workforce.

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EmVision Productions is a queer Afro-Latina owned social enterprise distinguished by their commitment to equity, trust, and collaboration. As an award-winning boutique...Read more
EmVision Productions is a queer Afro-Latina owned social enterprise distinguished by their commitment to equity, trust, and collaboration. As an award-winning boutique media agency they foster a supportive, people-centered workplace while using storytelling to drive social change.

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Little Cocoa Bean Co.

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Founded in 2019, the Little Cocoa Bean Co. is dedicated to serving and supporting Greater Boston by making nutritious, culturally inclusive food accessible to all...Read more
Founded in 2019, the Little Cocoa Bean Co. is dedicated to serving and supporting Greater Boston by making nutritious, culturally inclusive food accessible to all children, helping to reduce food insecurity in the community.

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Arka HR

TALENT DEVELOPMENT & INCLUSION

As the only Latina-owned HR firm in New England, Arka HR proudly builds an environment centered on dignity, respect, and empowerment, ensuring each employee and...Read more
As the only Latina-owned HR firm in New England, Arka HR proudly builds an environment centered on dignity, respect, and empowerment, ensuring each employee and contractor feel genuinely valued.

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Catalyst Ventures Development

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Darryl Settles founded CVD with a mission to drive inclusivity, economic empowerment, and community development, making a lasting impact on the city's ecosystem....Read more
Darryl Settles founded CVD with a mission to drive inclusivity, economic empowerment, and community development, making a lasting impact on the city's ecosystem.

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Shana Bryant Consulting

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As a small business in event planning, Shana Bryant Consulting prioritizes collaboration with minority- and women-owned businesses through inclusive, community-focused...Read more
As a small business in event planning, Shana Bryant Consulting prioritizes collaboration with minority- and women-owned businesses through inclusive, community-focused events. The company has circulated over $3M into the local economy, making a lasting impact in the Greater Boston region.

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Authentic Professionalism for Early Career Professionals

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Pacesetters Doing Business Series | Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce

Doing Business with Mass General Brigham

Jun 26, 20251:00pm - 2:00pmVirtual

Join us for our installment of the Pacesetters Doing Business series featuring Mass General Brigham on June 26, 2025.
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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.

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