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Associated Industries of Massachusetts Established in 1915, Associated Industries of Massachusetts is the largest nonprofit, nonpartisan association of Massachusetts employers.

AIM is the state’s largest business association serving the needs of more than 3,500 businesses across 150 different industries, representing more than 650,000 employees. AIM's mission is to promote the well-being of its members and their employees and the prosperity of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts by

* improving the economic climate of Massachusetts,
* proactively advocating fair and equitable public policy,
* providing relevant, reliable information and excellent services

Can You Trust Your Gross Margins? For manufacturers, unexplained margin swings and inconsistent cost data can make it di...
10/14/2026

Can You Trust Your Gross Margins?

For manufacturers, unexplained margin swings and inconsistent cost data can make it difficult to know what’s really driving profitability.

Join AIM and CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) for a Cost Accounting Roundtable and explore practical ways to improve cost visibility, identify margin leakage, and make better pricing and profitability decisions.

📍 Quincy - Oct. 21 | 8:30-10 AM
📍 Worcester - Oct. 22 | 8:30-10 AM

The roundtable is designed for manufacturing presidents, finance and operations leaders, and anyone responsible for costing, pricing, or profitability.

Come ready to dig into the numbers and leave with actionable ideas you can take back to your shop.

👉 Choose your location and register today: https://okt.to/AGmIcU

The Workforce Is Changing—Your Voice Matters. How can businesses attract, retain, and develop the talent they need to su...
10/13/2026

The Workforce Is Changing—Your Voice Matters.

How can businesses attract, retain, and develop the talent they need to succeed?

Join AIM, the Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development (EOLWD), and the Boston Women's Workforce Council for a timely conversation with Secretary of Labor and Workforce Development Lauren Jones, regional business leaders, and UMass Lowell Chancellor Julie Chen.

- Share your workforce challenges.
- Explore solutions with business and workforce leaders.
- Hear the latest workforce data and trends.

Help shape the conversation around what Massachusetts businesses need next.

📅 October 28, 2026 | 8:45–10 AM
📍 UMass Lowell | Meehan Student Center
☕ Light breakfast served

Space is limited. Register today and bring your perspective.
👉 https://okt.to/cEFMlS

🏭 Manufacturing Month: Engineering the Future of Energy! Massachusetts manufacturers are pushing the boundaries of innov...
10/13/2026

🏭 Manufacturing Month: Engineering the Future of Energy!

Massachusetts manufacturers are pushing the boundaries of innovation. They are transforming what’s possible.

This October, we’re celebrating Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS), which is partnering with MIT to develop revolutionary high-temperature superconducting magnets that make fusion energy systems smaller and more affordable.

🔗 Discover how CFS is advancing the future of fusion energy: Visit their website to learn more: www.cfs.energy

How are global trade, investment, and international partnerships shaping the future of Massachusetts business? Join AIM ...
10/13/2026

How are global trade, investment, and international partnerships shaping the future of Massachusetts business?

Join AIM for the 2026 International Business Symposium on Tuesday, November 10, at School of Business, Boston University.

🎙️ Keynote: Consul General David Clay, British Consulate General to New England.

A career diplomat since 2005, Consul General Clay brings extensive international experience and will share insights into the Commonwealth’s strong relationship with the United Kingdom, one of Massachusetts’ major international partners.

Expert Panel: Moderated by AIM President & CEO Brooke M. Thomson

Gain perspective on the evolving global business landscape and what it means for Massachusetts businesses.

📅 November 10 | 8:00–10:00 AM
📍 Boston University Questrom School of Business
👉 Register today: https://okt.to/0SXwTE

Building homes. Building businesses. Building what’s next. At New Chapter HI Services, building is what they do, and Vic...
10/13/2026

Building homes. Building businesses. Building what’s next.

At New Chapter HI Services, building is what they do, and Vicki Gray knows that strong foundations matter just as much in business as they do in a home.

Through expertise, mentorship, valuable resources, and access to a powerful network, AIM helps small businesses build a stronger foundation for growth.

“AIM builds businesses in the same way that my company builds homes – with expertise, commitment, and best-in-class service. The association helps me grow my business by providing valuable resources, including one-on-one mentorship and access to its large network.” - Vicki Gray, Founder & CEO, New Chapter HI Services

Every successful business needs a strong foundation, and the right connections can help you build the future.

Ready to build your network and grow your business? Let’s connect: https://okt.to/LOz0dg

Can You Trust Your Gross Margins? For manufacturers, unexplained margin swings and inconsistent cost data can make it di...
10/12/2026

Can You Trust Your Gross Margins?

For manufacturers, unexplained margin swings and inconsistent cost data can make it difficult to know what’s really driving profitability.

Join AIM and CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) for a Cost Accounting Roundtable and explore practical ways to improve cost visibility, identify margin leakage, and make better pricing and profitability decisions.

📍 Quincy - Oct. 21 | 8:30-10 AM
📍 Worcester - Oct. 22 | 8:30-10 AM

The roundtable is designed for manufacturing presidents, finance and operations leaders, and anyone responsible for costing, pricing, or profitability.

Come ready to dig into the numbers and leave with actionable ideas you can take back to your shop.

👉 Choose your location and register today: https://okt.to/7qOT8y

10/12/2026

🚀 Join AIM, the largest business association in Massachusetts, and unlock your business potential! 🌟 Connect with leaders, shape public policy, and access resources that drive success. Let’s build a thriving economy together! 💼✨ Learn more: https://okt.to/KnReXl

Better HR benchmarks start with more employers participating. The AIM 2026 HR Practices Survey gives Massachusetts emplo...
10/12/2026

Better HR benchmarks start with more employers participating.

The AIM 2026 HR Practices Survey gives Massachusetts employers practical data they can use, but its value depends on hearing from organizations across the state.

When you participate, you add your perspective and receive a free copy of the full results report to help benchmark HR practices, understand workplace trends, and make more informed decisions for 2027.

⏱️ Your 20-30 minutes helps create stronger data for everyone who relies on it.

Complete the survey by Oct 16: https://okt.to/GLkjC4

AIM HR Solutions

Meta is bringing a free, hands-on morning session for small business owners to Boston, MA, on October 13. It is a workin...
10/12/2026

Meta is bringing a free, hands-on morning session for small business owners to Boston, MA, on October 13. It is a working session on Muse for Small Business, Meta's newest tool for small businesses.

Sit down with expert facilitators and fellow owners and leave having completed one real business job: a growth plan, your week's priorities, or follow-ups for your customers. Open to current and aspiring owners in all industries.

Bring your ideas and a laptop or phone.

Doors Open: 9:00 - 10:00 AM - join us for networking and small business bingo networking for a chance to win a free pair of Meta glasses

Workshop: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Free to attend, and space is limited. Register: https://okt.to/BX3N4o

What will it take for businesses to regain consumers’ trust? Join Bentley University and Gallup on October 29 at WBUR Ci...
10/09/2026

What will it take for businesses to regain consumers’ trust?

Join Bentley University and Gallup on October 29 at WBUR CitySpace in Boston for a timely discussion of the 2026 Bentley-Gallup Business in Society Report. Explore why Americans are cooling on AI, how they view business pricing practices, and what these attitudes mean for business leaders.

The Boston Globe’s Shirley Leung will moderate a panel featuring Tye Brady of Amazon Fulfillment Technologies & Robotics, former Anthropic engineering manager, Richard Tibbetts, Meghan Verena Joyce of Duckbill, and Stephanie Marken of Gallup.

Bentley University President, E. Labren Chrite, will also deliver remarks.

📅 Thursday, October 29 | 8–9:30 a.m.
📍 WBUR CitySpace, Boston
☕ Light breakfast available

Reserve your spot: https://okt.to/nFS7mW

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P. O. Box 961979
Boston, MA
02196

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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