Discover our two new impactful event series designed to address critical issues facing Greater Boston and the Commonwealth.

Transportation-First
Transportation-First

Transportation First

Transportation First is a Chamber initiative to address the transportation crisis in Massachusetts. Creating a world class transportation system requires policymakers, employers, and residents to recognize that transportation is a public good and should be treated as such urgently.

By putting transportation first, the Commonwealth will be in a better position to solve other policy issues which are barriers to the region’s continued growth and prosperity like housing, climate decarbonization and adaption, economic development, economic opportunity, and education access. 

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OUR GOAL:

Create a platform through which experts and changemakers can convene to address the urgent transportation crisis in Greater Boston and collaborate on innovative solutions for the future.

Join the Transportation First Series to Address Greater Boston’s Mobility Crisis and Foster Economic Growth

The moment calls for a long-term and sustainable mobility funding plan, systemic reform, and a vision for strategic super-investments. This will result in business and job growth across the Commonwealth, timelier and more affordable commutes, more accessible and equitable educational opportunities, lower emissions, livable and more affordable neighborhoods, and inclusive economic development.

The Transportation First series will offer a platform to discuss the urgent crisis Greater Boston faces by bringing in experts in the field as well as changemakers to discuss the issues and talk about what the solutions for the future are.

These events will be free of charge and open to members and non-members.

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Latest Events & Insights

Wednesday, October 30

Transportation First Launch Event

The Transportation First launch event will focus on the current state and future plans of the regional transit systems and feature insights from Monica G. Tibbits-Nutt, Secretary and CEO of the Massachusetts Department Transportation (MassDOT), and Phillip Eng, General Manager and CEO of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA).

Policy & Impact

Chamber Transportation Priorities

Learn more about the Chamber’s role as a leading voice on transportation policy and facilitator of knowledge transfer between the public and private sector.

Latest News

Chamber CEO Appointed to Transportation Taskforce

Governor Maura Healey appointed our Chamber’s President & CEO, James E. Rooney, to the state’s Transportation Funding Task Force, which includes public sector leaders and business groups.

AI Advantage
AI Advantage

AI Advantage: Leading the Commonwealth Forward

The ongoing AI revolution is significantly influencing the region’s businesses, workforce, and economy. As the leading voice of the business community, the Chamber is dedicated to ensuring Massachusetts remains at the forefront of AI innovation both nationally and globally, cementing its role in this technological transformation.

OUR GOAL:

Ensure Massachusetts maintains and grows its competitive advantage in the technological revolution.

Join the AI Advantage Series to Empower Greater Boston’s Business Community

The AI Advantage series will offer a platform to discuss the urgent crisis Greater Boston faces by bringing in leading experts in the field to discuss the many opportunities presented by the AI revolution and the impact of advanced technology on the business community and our region. This series will enhance awareness among the audience. The Chamber is uniquely positioned to unite leaders from all communities and industries, leveraging our relationships to convene the business community on this critical issue affecting employees and employers daily.

These events will be free of charge and open to members and non-members.

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Latest Events & Insights

December 10, 2024

AI Advantage Launch Event

During this event, McKinsey & Company will present their “State of AI” report, set to be released in mid-November. Additionally, Jason Snyder, the Secretary of Technology Services & Security for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, will discuss the administration’s goals for leading the AI revolution. Followed by a conversation on how the business community is adopting AI tools.

EXPLORE THE DATA

McKinsey’s “State of AI in Early 2024” Report

As generative AI adoption accelerates, survey respondents report measurable benefits and increased mitigation of the risk of inaccuracy. A small group of high performers lead the way, according to McKinsey’s report on the state of AI in early 2024.

Latest News

Corey Thomas is taking on competitiveness

As the new chairman of the Chamber’s board of directors, Thomas is thinking about how this high-cost region stacks up against others across the country. One of Thomas’s personal projects as Chamber chairman is the creation of a “future of tech” committee in which executives will discuss the best approaches to state policies related to that field that the chamber should endorse.

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