Skip to content
  • About Us
  • News & Insights
  • Member Directory
  • Job Board
  • Sign In
  • Join
Boston Chamber
  • Become a Member
        • Become a Member

          • Overview
          • Membership Benefits
          • Membership Levels
          • Member Stories
          • Request a Meeting
          • Join Today
        • ...
          About Us
          Get to Know the Chamber

          Discover our mission, values, and leadership.

          arrow-go
          Read More
        • ...
          Member Benefits
          Grow Your Business

          Explore benefits that power your success.

          arrow-go
          Read More
        • ...
          Membership Directory
          Not sure if you’re a member?

          Browse our network of businesses.

          arrow-go
          Read More
  • Events & Networking
        • Events & Networking

          • Overview
          • Upcoming Events
          • Limited Series
          • Chamber Awards
          • Foundation Initiatives
        • WHAT’S NEXT

          ...
          Upcoming Events
          Engage & Learn

          Explore opportunities to connect and grow.

          arrow-go
          Read More
        • FEATURED EVENT

          ...
          Series
          2026 Government Affairs Forum | Governor Maura Healey

          Come hear from Governor Maura Healey as she addresses Chamber members as the 73rd Governor of the Commonwealth.

          02/24/2026

          9:45am - 11:00am

          The Westin Boston Seaport

          arrow-go
          Read More
        • EXPLORE OUR PROGRAMMING:

          • Annual & Premier Events
          • Economic Inclusion
          • Small Business & Entrepreneurship
          • Digital Media & Marketing
          • Public Policy
          • Professional Development
          • Women’s Network
          • Workforce Development
          • Young Professionals Network
          • VIEW ALL PROGRAMMING
  • Member Engagement
        • Member Engagement

          • Member Resources
          • Member Deals
          • Sponsorship Opportunities
          • Small Business Benefits
          • Connect with your Member Services Rep
          • Member Spotlights
          • Sign In
        • ...
          Maximize Your Membership
          Register Now

          Take advantage of exclusive perks and programs for members.

          arrow-go
          Read More
        • ...
          Membership Directory
          Discover fellow Chamber members.

          Browse our directory to find and connect with member community.

          arrow-go
          Read More
        • ...
          Upcoming Events
          Stay Involved

          Join experiences that build relationships and spark ideas.

          arrow-go
          Read More
  • Talent & Workforce
        • Talent & Workforce

          • Professional Development
          • Workforce Development
          • Open Programs
          • Insights
        • WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT (FOUNDATION) PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
          City Awake

          City Awake empowers young professionals in a variety of ways that encourages these rising leaders to stay invested in the region’s future success.

          Read More
          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
          Massachusetts Apprentice Network

          The Massachusetts Apprentice Network convenes employers, training providers, and talent sources interested in developing and implementing apprenticeship programs in occupations across industries and statewide in fields such as tech, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, and more.

          Read More
          Women’s Leadership Program

          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.

          Read More
          Partnership with Boston Public Schools 

          The Chamber Foundation invites the business community to engage with Boston Public Schools leaders and their students to help build the future workforce.

          Read More
          Strategic Communication for Better Collaboration

          Level up your leadership and communication in this Boston Chamber workshop for professionals—gain essential skills in team alignment.

          Read More
  • Policy & Impact
        • Policy & Impact

          • Overview
          • Leadership Councils
          • Amicus Advisory Board
          • Government Affairs Forum
          • Eds & Meds Report
        • GET INVOLVED IN OUR POLICY FOCUS AREAS

          Business Climate
          Read More
          Climate & Energy
          Read More
          Health Care
          Read More
          Housing & Development
          Read More
          Talent
          Read More
          Transportation
          Read More
  • Foundation
        • Foundation

          • About
          • Board of Directors
          • Our Funders
          • Upcoming Events
          • Donate
        • ...
          Our Mission
          Expanding Opportunity

          Learn how we advance talent and small business growth.

          arrow-go
          Read More
        • ...
          Foundation Initiatives
          Programming That Empowers

          Explore our key priorities and strategic efforts.

          arrow-go
          Read More
        • ...
          Upcoming Events
          Get Involved

          Join us at our next Foundation event.

          arrow-go
          Read More
  • Join
Bostonchamber
Boston Chamber
  • Become a Member
        • Become a Member

          • Overview
          • Membership Benefits
          • Membership Levels
          • Member Stories
          • Request a Meeting
          • Join Today
        • ...
          About Us
          Get to Know the Chamber

          Discover our mission, values, and leadership.

          arrow-go
          Read More
        • ...
          Member Benefits
          Grow Your Business

          Explore benefits that power your success.

          arrow-go
          Read More
        • ...
          Membership Directory
          Not sure if you’re a member?

          Browse our network of businesses.

          arrow-go
          Read More
  • Events & Networking
        • Events & Networking

          • Overview
          • Upcoming Events
          • Limited Series
          • Chamber Awards
          • Foundation Initiatives
        • WHAT’S NEXT

          ...
          Upcoming Events
          Engage & Learn

          Explore opportunities to connect and grow.

          arrow-go
          Read More
        • FEATURED EVENT

          ...
          Series
          2026 Government Affairs Forum | Governor Maura Healey

          Come hear from Governor Maura Healey as she addresses Chamber members as the 73rd Governor of the Commonwealth.

          02/24/2026

          9:45am - 11:00am

          The Westin Boston Seaport

          arrow-go
          Read More
        • EXPLORE OUR PROGRAMMING:

          • Annual & Premier Events
          • Economic Inclusion
          • Small Business & Entrepreneurship
          • Digital Media & Marketing
          • Public Policy
          • Professional Development
          • Women’s Network
          • Workforce Development
          • Young Professionals Network
          • VIEW ALL PROGRAMMING
  • Member Engagement
        • Member Engagement

          • Member Resources
          • Member Deals
          • Sponsorship Opportunities
          • Small Business Benefits
          • Connect with your Member Services Rep
          • Member Spotlights
          • Sign In
        • ...
          Maximize Your Membership
          Register Now

          Take advantage of exclusive perks and programs for members.

          arrow-go
          Read More
        • ...
          Membership Directory
          Discover fellow Chamber members.

          Browse our directory to find and connect with member community.

          arrow-go
          Read More
        • ...
          Upcoming Events
          Stay Involved

          Join experiences that build relationships and spark ideas.

          arrow-go
          Read More
  • Talent & Workforce
        • Talent & Workforce

          • Professional Development
          • Workforce Development
          • Open Programs
          • Insights
        • WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT (FOUNDATION) PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
          City Awake

          City Awake empowers young professionals in a variety of ways that encourages these rising leaders to stay invested in the region’s future success.

          Read More
          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
          Massachusetts Apprentice Network

          The Massachusetts Apprentice Network convenes employers, training providers, and talent sources interested in developing and implementing apprenticeship programs in occupations across industries and statewide in fields such as tech, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, and more.

          Read More
          Women’s Leadership Program

          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.

          Read More
          Partnership with Boston Public Schools 

          The Chamber Foundation invites the business community to engage with Boston Public Schools leaders and their students to help build the future workforce.

          Read More
          Strategic Communication for Better Collaboration

          Level up your leadership and communication in this Boston Chamber workshop for professionals—gain essential skills in team alignment.

          Read More
  • Policy & Impact
        • Policy & Impact

          • Overview
          • Leadership Councils
          • Amicus Advisory Board
          • Government Affairs Forum
          • Eds & Meds Report
        • GET INVOLVED IN OUR POLICY FOCUS AREAS

          Business Climate
          Read More
          Climate & Energy
          Read More
          Health Care
          Read More
          Housing & Development
          Read More
          Talent
          Read More
          Transportation
          Read More
  • Foundation
        • Foundation

          • About
          • Board of Directors
          • Our Funders
          • Upcoming Events
          • Donate
        • ...
          Our Mission
          Expanding Opportunity

          Learn how we advance talent and small business growth.

          arrow-go
          Read More
        • ...
          Foundation Initiatives
          Programming That Empowers

          Explore our key priorities and strategic efforts.

          arrow-go
          Read More
        • ...
          Upcoming Events
          Get Involved

          Join us at our next Foundation event.

          arrow-go
          Read More
  • Join
  • About Us
  • News & Insights
  • Member Directory
  • Job Board
  • Sign In
  • Join

Chamber Celebrates WBZ-TV 2026 Pinnacle Wisdom Series

As the Chamber’s Pinnacle Awards Media Partner, WBZ-TV and anchor Lisa Hughes featured all nine 2026 Pinnacle honorees. 

WBZ anchor and 2022 Pinnacle Award honoree, Lisa Hughes, sat down for one-on-one interviews with each of this year’s honorees to hear their words of wisdom. In their interviews, the 2026 honorees shared what inspires them, the most gratifying aspects of their work, and how they define success. In addition to interviewing the honorees, Lisa Hughes hosted the award ceremony on January 30.

Watch a recap of the 2026 Pinnacle Awards ceremony

WBZ Pinnacle Wisdom Series Recognizes 2026 Honorees

  • Patricia Jacobs, Chair of the Massport Board of Directors, Honored with Lifetime Achievement

    As the first woman to serve as Chair of the Massport Board of Directors, Patricia Jacobs loves a challenge. An inspiration to many, she believes listening and humility are some of the most undervalued qualities of leadership. “Bringing a sense of humility and a desire to listen is so important,” she says. “There’s so much we can learn from each other.”

    View Patricia’s segment
  • Kimberly Sherman Stamler, President of Related Beal, Honored with Achievement in Management – Private

    One of the city’s most impactful and creative leaders in real estate, Kimberly Sherman Stamler has always been excited by the vibrancy of cities. At Related Beal, she prides herself on creating great spaces for people to come together. “The work we do and the impact that we’re able to make as a team is gratifying and exciting, and something we get to work at and work towards every day.”

    Watch Kimberly’s segment
  • Rose Staram, Owner and Founder of RoseMark Production, Honored with Achievement in Entrepreneurship

    With a client list including President Joe Biden, President Obama, Vice President Kamala Harris, Michael Bloomberg, and Oprah Winfrey, Rose Staram, Owner and Founder of RoseMark Production, leads one of the most dynamic event strategy and production companies in the world. “I love putting smiles on people’s faces,” she says. Born and raised in Boston, Rose believes “you always win if you give it your heart and your soul.”

    Watch Rose’s segment
  • Sandra McCroom, President & CEO of Children’s Services of Roxbury, Honored with Achievement in Management – Nonprofit

    Sandra McCroom, President & CEO of Children’s Services of Roxbury is proudest of the welcoming culture she’s built at the organization: “It is a culture of belonging. It is a culture of love and dignity, respect for humanity, and people feel comfortable coming to Children’s Services of Roxbury in their most vulnerable state.” Inspired by her parents who were civil rights activists, Sandra has committed her career to bettering her community.

    Watch Sandra’s segment
  • Superintendent of Boston Public Schools, Mary Skipper, Received Achievement in Management – Government

    Mary Skipper, Superintendent of Boston Public Schools and this year’s Pinnacle honoree for Achievement in Management – Government, believes listening is the most important skill to have. “Whether its listening to our parents, our students, our staff, I learn something new every day,” she says. Mary stays grounded in her faith and is not afraid of a challenge; “Deep change takes time and the dedication to stay with it.”

    Watch Mary’s segment
  • Dr. Mary K. Grant, President of Massachusetts College of Art and Design, Honored with Achievement in Arts & Education

    Dr. Mary K. Grant, President of Massachusetts College of Art and Design received this year’s Achievement in Arts & Education Pinnacle Award. Mary hopes every MassArt student learns that creativity is their superpower. Working with young people is what Mary loves most about her work, “they’ve inherited a world that needs their attention, their love, and every bit of their creative energy,” she says. “I get to work with that every single day and do my very best to make it a little bit better.”

    Watch Mary’s segment
  • Elizabeth Lowrey, Principal of Elkus Manfredi Architects, Received Achievement in the Professions

    Elizabeth Lowrey has designed some of the most impressive buildings in Boston. “I have the best job in the world because I get to be constantly curious,” she says. Elizabeth strives to create spaces where people can thrive and finds inspiration in her three daughters: “I’m seeing them start their careers, and I see what good leadership can bring to someone who is young, hungry, excited.”

    Watch Elizabeth’s segment
  • Shavel’le Olivier, Executive Director at the Mattapan Foor and Fitness Coalition, Honored as This Year’s Emerging Executive

    Shavel’le Olivier, this year’s Emerging Executive, aims to build a healthier community in Mattapan. One of the most rewarding aspects of her job at the Mattapan Food and Fitness Coalition is working with young people and being able to experience growth in their leadership and confidence. “Bringing people together and seeing joy on their faces is really rewarding,” she says.

    View Shavel’le’s segment
  • Robyn Riseberg, Founder of Boston Community Pediatrics, Receives Achievement in Healthcare Award

    Robyn Riseberg, Founder of Boston Community Pediatrics, finds opportunities for growth every day. Committed to serving communities of color and patients with lower income, Robyn defines success as “living by your values and making a difference in the world.”

    View Robyn’s segment
Footer Logo Foundation Logo

Together, we create a powerful ecosystem that drives
business success, strengthens communities, and enhances
Massachusetts’ long-term competitiveness.

265 Franklin Street
Suite 1701
Boston, MA 02110
Get Directions
Contact us
  • Become a Member
  • Events & Networking
  • Member Engagement
  • Talent & Workforce
  • Policy & Impact
  • Foundation
  • Join
  • About Us
  • News & Insights
  • Member Directory
  • Job Board
  • Sign In
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms & Conditions

© 2026 Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce. All Rights Reserved.

Popular Resources

  • News & Insights  
  • Member Resources  
Close