Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce

06/18/2026

What does great leadership look like in the age of AI? 🤔

Find out on 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝟱.

Dig into how leaders across industries are using curiosity, courage, and connection to guide their teams through rapid change.

From workforce development to culture building, this conversation goes beyond the tech to focus on what truly drives progress: human judgment and shared values.

FeaturingBrett Leary of Accenture, Karen Kelly, of Launch By Lunch, and Bhaskar Chakravorti of The Fletcher School at Tufts University, who will bring global retail insights to a conversation built for every sector.

➡️ Lead the change, rather than chase it: https://hubs.la/Q04lDnD80

06/15/2026

Home listings are down. Prices are up. And the pressure on workers and employers is growing.

Between June 2019 and June 2025, active home listings in Massachusetts fell 36.8%, while median sale prices climbed from $440,000 to $725,000.

This isn’t just a market trend; it’s a challenge that’s shaping affordability, talent retention, and economic growth across the Commonwealth.

The Chamber’s Supercharging Housing Production report breaks down what’s driving these shifts. New analysis from the Massachusetts-Taxpayers-Foundation points to the same conclusion: production needs to keep up.

In partnership with MTF, this event brings the data to life through dynamic presentations and a panel featuring Secretary Juana B. Matias, Arnold Ventures’ Jenny Schuetz, and MTF President Doug Howgate, highlighting key housing trends, existing tools, and policy options to boost production.

So what will it take to move forward?

Join us on July 15 for Confronting the Housing Crisis and hear from leaders across sectors on what comes next. https://hubs.la/Q04lrYpv0

06/12/2026

The AI era isn’t about replacing people—it’s about 𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 them.

Get a powerful look at what this can look like in practice, explore how Bristol Myers Squibb is scaling AI adoption to empower employees, gain innovation, and rewire work. It’s a grounded example of AI becoming part of everyday decision-making: https://hubs.la/Q04kXCSV0

✍️ On June 25, continue to discover how today’s strongest leaders are integrating AI in ways that strengthen culture, sharpen judgment, and build more resilient teams. Expect real examples and insights you can apply the same day: https://hubs.la/Q04kYH1D0

06/10/2026

“If the desire is to attract talented people and enjoy a good quality of life, then this is a place that people find attractive." — Chamber President & CEO Jim Rooney

Last week, the Financial Times and Nikkei named Boston the top U.S. city for foreign businesses!🥇

In the article, Governor Maura Healey and Mayor Michelle Wu 吳弭 are quoted alongside local business leaders who point to our region's talent, innovation, steady leadership, and culture as major draws.

From world-class institutions to a vibrant business climate, Boston continues to attract companies and talent from around the globe.

Read the full article:

International groups pick Massachusetts capital for intellectual wealth and quality of life, despite higher costs

06/09/2026

Last week, a new article from Boston Globe Media features the Chamber’s statewide housing report, “Supercharging Housing Production: Policies & Practices that Promote Housing Development, Attract Businesses, and Retain Talent.”

The article highlights many of the Chamber’s policy recommendations to increase housing production and keep residents from leaving for competitor states. Chamber President & CEO Jim Rooney underscores what’s at stake if the housing crisis goes unaddressed:

“Young people are saying they might leave and ... it’s always housing that people point to,” Rooney said. “We need to elevate our game.”

Read the full article by Jon Chesto:

The business group is seeking a cap on affordable housing requirements, along with a moratorium on new energy efficiency codes.

06/08/2026

You’re Invited ✉️ Women's Network | Leading Longer, Leading Stronger: A Fireside Chat with Dr. Myechia Minter‑Jordan, AARP, moderated by Joseph F. Coughlin, Founder and Director of the MIT AgeLab.

When: Tuesday, June 16 from 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Where: Digitas Boston
Why: Learn, engage, and be energized by Dr. Myechia Minter‑Jordan, who consistently champions equitable access to care, community centered innovation, and the power of women to drive change.

Sign up now: https://hubs.la/Q04ksbTq0

Thank you, PwC, for sponsoring.

06/05/2026

Congratulations to our President & CEO Jim Rooney on being elected to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors! Following years of strategic collaboration and participation in the U.S. Chamber’s Committee of 100, a prestigious group of national business leaders, Jim has been selected to serve on the Board where he will continue to contribute his leadership and expertise.

Jim joins U.S. Chamber President & CEO Suzanne Clark, Board Chair Ross Perot, Jr., and the Board to further the collective advocacy and impact of business leaders across the country. Please join us in congratulating Jim on this distinguished achievement!

06/05/2026

AI is changing everything—but great leadership is what makes transformation stick. 💡

Join us on June 25 for a dynamic conversation with a leader shaping the future of work. Hear how curiosity, courage, and connection are helping organizations turn AI into a catalyst for innovation, inclusion, and real-world impact.

Featuring Brett Leary, Accenture’s Managing Director and Global GenAI Lead for Retail, this session will provide cross‑industry insights you can put to work immediately.

Your next leadership advantage starts here. Register for free: https://hubs.la/Q04jZW4t0

Thank you to our sponsors: Comcast Business and Sanofi.

06/04/2026

What’s next for Massachusetts? And what does it mean for you and your business?

Continue the conversation with our next Government Affairs Forum featuring Senate President Karen E. Spilka.

Hear directly from the Senate President as she shares her legislative priorities and vision for the Commonwealth, with timely insight into the decisions shaping Massachusetts’ future.

If you’re looking for real policy clarity, stronger planning context, and the chance to connect with leaders across business and government, this is a must-add to your calendar.

https://hubs.la/Q04g5QDw0