The Economic Development Council of Western Massachusetts welcomes Xiomara Albán DeLobato as their new Chief of Staff. With over a decade of experience in the public and private sphere, DeLobato has been a steadfast advocate for equitable access to economic and academic growth and opportunity in the region.
The Economic Development Council of Western Mass (EDC) recently held its 2021 Annual Meeting at the Student Prince/Fort Restaurant in downtown Springfield. The in person meeting was a statement by the region’s business community that Western Mass is open for business. The highlight of the meeting was a heartfelt goodbye to outgoing Chair, Kevin Vann, Chair and Founder of the Vann Group and a welcome to the new EDC Chair Tricia Canavan, President of United Personnel.
The Economic Development Council of Western Mass (EDC) recently held its 2021 Annual Meeting at the Student Prince/Fort Restaurant in downtown Springfield. The in person meeting was a statement by the region’s business community that Western Mass is open for business. The highlight of the meeting was a heartfelt goodbye to outgoing Chair, Kevin Vann, Chair and Founder of the Vann Group and a welcome to the new EDC Chair Tricia Canavan, President of United Personnel.
Please view the attached Employment posting link for the Economic Development Council of Western Massachusetts, Chief of Staff Position. The Economic Development Council of Western Massachusetts is committed to equitable economic and workforce development, within a framework which champions diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to the principles and practices of diversity, equity, and inclusion both within our organization and within the larger community we serve. We strongly encourage applications from individuals who reflect our region's diversity.
On May 24, 2021, The Innovation Institute at the MassTech Collaborative, in partnership with US Congressman Richard Neal and the Western Mass Economic Development Council, hosted the first event in the ongoing knowledge sharing series called the “The EastWest Exchange: Sector Series”.
The Innovation Institute at the MassTech Collaborative, in partnership with US Congressman Richard Neal and the Western Mass Economic Development Council, hosts an ongoing convening and knowledge sharing series called the “The EastWest Exchange” to unite the industrial and technological strengths of Massachusetts to drive more commercial activity within the Commonwealth. The first EastWest Exchange, held in August 2020, highlighted the industrial and innovation strengths of Western Massachusetts and attracted major Massachusetts-based technology firms, such as iRobot, IDG, Wayfair, and General Dynamics to discuss their successful sourcing of talent and suppliers in the region.
Western Mass professionals! If you missed the Western Mass Developers Conference, presented by MassMutual, the conference is still open until November 20th. Register by clicking the link below for access to the fully virtual Developers Conference - you can view the exhibit hall, watch all of the dynamic panel discussions in the auditorium, catch the keynote from Governor Baker, experience the lightning presentations, download resources, and more.
Register today: developwesternmass.vfairs.com
Interscape Commercial Environments welcomed the new year by teaming up and donating over $20,000 worth of furniture to 2 local charities. One of the charities chosen was The Hole in the Wall Gang, a camp that was founded by Paul Newman to provide opportunities for children with serious illnesses. The other local charity was Journey Home, an organization that provides shelters for the homeless in the Hartford area.
In anticipation of the second round of funding for the Paycheck Protection Program going live on Monday, the Boston Fed has created a web page with resources for New England smaller businesses including nonprofits to aid them in applying to this program. These resources may be helpful to your organization; as well we strongly request that you forward this email to your networks that include smaller businesses/nonprofits as soon as possible. It is anticipated that the second round of funding will run out quickly and that it is essential that applicants connect with a financial institution able to process ...
The EDC is sharing this information, that several CPA firms provided to their clients. "Clients/businesses should consult their bankers, business advisors, and CPA's, with any specific questions pertaining to their situations."
Dear EDC Members and Affiliates
Attached is a list of personal protection equipment (PPE) that Baystate Medical and our other surrounding hospitals are in desperate need of.
Due to the numerous responses the MassDOT Commuter Transportation Listening Session scheduled for Tuesday, May 21, 2019 10am-11:30am has move to:
NEW LOCATION…..Valley Venture Mentors Offices (VVM)276 Bridge StreetSpringfield, MA
Westmass has been an affiliate of the EDC for many years, therefore, it is with great sadness that we share that Eric Nelson, President/CEO of Westmass Area Development Corporation has passed away. Eric has been a great leader at Westmass, a true professional and a good friend to all who have had the pleasure to know him and work with him. His sudden passing is a shock to everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with Eric, his family, and the employees and members of the Westmass family.
Rick Sullivan
On November 6th, Massachusetts voters will be asked to vote on mandated nurse staffing ratios. The question will appear as Question #1 on the ballot.
Join UMass Amherst and Western Mass EDC for an event on this quickly growing sector, and how Western Mass and UMass Amherst are taking a lead in innovative developments. Water technologies offers business and employment opportunities stemming from water innovation. Network and make connections between UMass Amherst, other colleges, businesses and students.
Keynote Speaker: Matthew Beaton, Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs
MassMutual to invest nearly $300 million in Commonwealth. Will add 2,000 jobs to state over next four years, including 1,500 at corporate headquarters in Springfield, and build new Boston campus on Fan Pier. MassMutual workforce in state to grow by 70 percent.
Join UMass Amherst and the Economic Development Council of Western Mass for an event to be held at the Design Building at UMass Amherst, 551 N. Pleasant Street, Amherst, MA 01003 October 17, 2017 from 8:30AM – 12PM. Green technology sectors offer business and employment opportunities stemming from clean energy, climate change mitigations, water innovation, and green building technologies. Join UMass Amherst and Western Mass EDC for an event on innovations in new sectors, their potential for growth, and how Western Mass and UMass Amherst are taking a lead in green tech developments. Network and make connections between UMass Amherst ...
Those who know me best will agree I never miss an opportunity to have a smart, powerful woman on my arm!
I hope you will join me on the evening of Thursday, April 6th when I will have the honor of ushering one of the alumna clients of the Dress for Success Western Massachusetts program to the stage during the annual Common Threads fundraising event.
Berkshire Health Systems, in conjunction with several Medicaid Insurance providers, will hold Enrollment Fairs in all sections of the Berkshires to aid residents currently covered by Boston Medical Center HealthNet (BMC HealthNet) who wish to choose another insurer that covers Berkshire Health Systems services in-network. Certified Application Counselors will be on hand to assist those who wish to select a new plan.
The Western Massachusetts Economic Development Council (EDC) in partnership with the Western Massachusetts Chapter of the National Tooling and Machining Association (WMNTMA) is pleased to welcome CNR MA and its Vice President Jia Bo to Springfield.
The Western Mass EDC, in partnership with CNR MA and the Western Massachusetts Chapter of the National Tooling and Machining Association is hosting a match making event on May 21, 2015 at the Sheraton Hotel, Springfield, Ma from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The invitation is attached. All businesses are invited regardless of membership in any business organization. It is expected that most of the subcontractors for CNR MA will attend this event.
