On June 24, Microsoft hosted an alumni reception for past and present members of the Chamber's Boston's Future Leaders program at their new Cambridge headquarters. Members from each class dating back to 2004 came together to network and enjoy the food generously donated by 2008 Small Business of the Year honoree Bakers' Best Catering.Dr. JudyAnn Bigby, Massachusetts Secretary of Health and Human Services, will address the Chamber’s Women’s Network on Wednesday, April 1 at the InterContinental Hotel.
As Secretary, Dr. Bigby oversees a number of the state’s most critical program areas, including child welfare, public health, disabilities, veteran affairs, elder affairs, Medicaid, and health care. Since her appointment in 2007, she has successfully implemented many aspects of Massachusetts’s highly successful health care reform law, orchestrated the adoption of the state’s first Olmstead Plan to address the long-term needs of elders and the disabled, and championed the creation of the Office of the Child Advocate to improve the state’s child welfare system.
Dr. Bigby’s broad range of experience – as a primary care physician, professor, researcher, and health policy expert – gives her unique insight into her role as Secretary. She formerly served as the medical director of Community Health Programs at Brigham & Women’s Hospital, as associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School, and director of Harvard Medical’s Center of Excellence in Women’s Health. Dr. Bigby also served as president of the Society of General Internal Medicine, the only national organization representing primary care internal medicine doctors. She is a graduate of Wellesley College and Harvard Medical School.
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Mary Lou Andre will be the featured speaker at the Chamber's Women's Network breakfast on Wednesday, March 11, at the Ritz-Carlton Boston Common. 
Andre is a nationally recognized corporate image consultant, speaker, and author. She is founder and president of Organization By Design, Inc., a Needham-based wardrobe management, fashion, and image consulting firm that helps individuals and organizations understand the power of being appropriately dressed in a variety of situations. Through her extensive corporate, retail, and private client services, Andre has helped thousands of individuals identify and pull together a wardrobe that compliments their professional and casual lifestyles.
A graduate of the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, Andre officially opened Organization By Design in April of 1992 after several years in public relations. She is the editor of Dressing Well™ On-Line, Organization By Design's trademarked global connection that averages 20,000 visitors per month. She is also the author of "Ready to Wear: An Expert's Guide to Choosing and Using Your Wardrobe." Andre is a frequent media commentator on issues such as professional image, wardrobe organization, personal style, and retail, and her fashion and professional image insights are regularly featured in national publications such as In Style, Real Simple, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Boston Globe, Working Mother, and The Washington Post.
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Dr. James Mongan, president & CEO of Partners HealthCare, will join Paul Guzzi and Mike Nikitas on Sunday's edition of "This Week in Business" to talk health care costs and reform. Be sure to tune in Sunday at 12:30 on NECN.
Mongan will also address the Chamber's Leading Industries Executive Forum on March 3.
Dr. Mongan is president & CEO of Partners HealthCare, an integrated health system founded in 1994 by two of the nation’s leading academic medical centers – Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital. The Partners system includes community and specialty hospitals, a physician network, community health centers, home health and long-term care services, and other health-related entities. The largest private employer in Massachusetts, Partners is also one of the nation’s leading biomedical research organizations and a principal teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School.
A professor of health policy and social medicine at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Mongan previously served as president of Massachusetts General Hospital. For 15 years he was the executive director of the Truman Medical Center in Kansas City, and served as dean of the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine. Dr. Mongan also has extensive experience in national health policy. He spent 11 years in Washington, first as staff to the Senate Finance Committee working on Medicare and Medicaid legislation, and later in the Carter administration as deputy assistant secretary for health and associate director of the domestic policy staff in the Carter White House. Dr. Mongan was recognized by Modern Healthcare as the Most Powerful Physician Executive in the U.S. in 2008.
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Yesterday, the Chamber’s Women’s Network celebrated its 15th annual Pinnacle Awards ceremony. Recognizing the professional accomplishments and achievement of eight outstanding women, the luncheon attracted nearly 1,000 attendees. Each of the recipients has demonstrated a tremendous amount of leadership in her own field and made a commitment to enhancing the region’s quality of life. For more information on the 2009 Pinnacle Award winners, click here.Today the Chamber honored the winners of its 2009 Pinnacle Awards.
This year’s honorees were recognized for their accomplishments in the following categories:
Lifetime Achievement: Myra Kraft, President, New England Patriots Charitable Foundation.
We are all familiar with the incredible on-field success of the New England Patriots. Yet the impact of the Patriots Charitable Foundation and the Kraft Family foundation under Myra’s leadership is equally impressive. A tireless worker on behalf of the organizations she serves, Myra has been recognized for her devotion to community-based organizations that are often overlooked by substantial donors.
The Kraft Family Foundation focuses on furthering educational initiatives and other civic minded causes, donating to medical, educational, and arts organizations as well as numerous Jewish groups. And the Patriots foundation gives to a wide variety of youth sports organizations, Catholic schools, and programs for at-risk children.
Achievement in the Professions: Diane Patrick, Partner, Ropes & Gray LLP.
With an extensive background in law, public education, and human resources – it is no surprise that Diane has seen the positive impact of strong and diverse teams. At Ropes & Gray, she is working with colleagues and The Partnership, Inc. to develop an Attorneys of Color Leadership Program. Launched in 2008, this program brings together young lawyers from firm offices across the country to place them on the right roads to success, and help them navigate the inevitable challenges.
Achievement in Management, Private Sector: Julie Kahn, Vice President/New England Market Manager, Entercom New England.
As the driving force behind WEEI, America’s most listened-to sports radio station, Julie has paved the way for women in sports radio. She has built a broadcast empire that spans New England – syndicating Boston sports across nine radio stations in four states – and is expanding on the web. Julie and her team also have an extraordinary impact on the community – raising over $20 million for charities such as the Jimmy Fund.
Achievement in Entrepreneurship: Andrea Cohen, Co-Founder & CEO, HouseWorks. 
Guided by her own personal experience, Andrea founded HouseWorks to change the way care was delivered to seniors at home. She understood that as the population aged, many seniors wanted to stay in the homes where they raised their children and lived their adult lives. Through innovation, Andrea and her team have achieved financial success and positive social change – bringing all the benefits and safeguards of senior housing to the doorsteps of seniors and their families.
Achievement in Management, Government: Luisa Paiewonsky, Commissioner, Massachusetts Highway Department.
At a time when state government has never been more challenging and state workers are consistently underappreciated, Luisa stands out as a true public servant. A former intern who worked her way through the Department of Transportation, Luisa does not seek the limelight, yet has achieved great success at every stop in state government. Her mission seems simple: fix our roads and bridges and keep our highways safe. In reality, her task is one of our region’s most difficult.
Achievement in Management, Non-Profit: Mimi La Camera, President, The Freedom Trail Foundation.
Boston’s Freedom Trail is a key link to our nation’s past, and a main driver of Boston’s visitor industry. Yet, when Mimi took over in 2005, the organization had huge debt and no vision for the future. Under her leadership, the Foundation has eliminated its debt, built an endowment, and increased tours 40%. Mimi has grown the role of the Freedom Trail in education, and last year orchestrated the celebration of the Foundation’s 50th Anniversary.
Excellence in Arts & Education: Linda Edmonds Turner, Ph.D., President, Urban College of Boston.
As the recession continues to deepen, Linda’s task of providing education and workforce training to Boston’s non-traditional adult learners has never been more critical. Her achievements – including two new workforce training opportunities for Urban College students and the establishment of a mentoring culture – have led to increases in enrollments and graduates throughout her tenure. Linda continues to make a positive difference in the lives of all her students, while also helping to provide new job opportunities and improve workforce development in our region.
Emerging Executive: Susan Esper, Partner, Deloitte & Touche LLP.
An outstanding executive in Deloitte’s financial services group, Susan is 
also a leader in the company’s diverse culture. Since 1994, Susan has headed Deloitte’s Initiative for the Retention & Advancement of Women (or “WIN”) in New England, helping to develop the company’s most promising women professionals. In order to leverage the culture WIN created, Susan developed the Deloitte New England Women’s Leadership Forum, a series of networking and professional development opportunities for senior women from Deloitte’s clients.
Now in its 15th year, the Pinnacle Awards are presented by the Women’s Network of the Greater Boston Chamber. The awards honor women for outstanding achievement in the workplace, demonstrated leadership that has made a difference, and a commitment to enhance the quality of life in the region.
The Women’s Network was founded in 1994 to promote and expand economic opportunities throughout the Greater Boston region for all women in business through shared leadership and expertise. The Women’s Network offers programs that provide career enrichment and development opportunities for women at all professional levels, spotlight the accomplishments of women, and promote the positive influence that women have upon the Greater Boston region.
On December 10, Trudy Sullivan, president and CEO of The Talbots, Inc., spoke at a sold-out Women’s Network Breakfast, closing out the series for 2008. In front of a packed room of Talbots regulars, Sullivan shared her love of fashion and journey through the retail industry. She talked of Talbots’ focus on suburban professional and women over the age of 40. Though the brand has been around for years, with consumer spending at a record low, Sullivan is focusing on reinventing the store’s image and turning things around. Like many other CEOs fighting to keep their businesses alive, she commented on the importance of leadership, but also placed a strong emphasis on the critical need to establish a dedicated team of professionals. Looking forward, Sullivan said that experimenting is necessary for the company right now, and that it will take some trial and error to successfully reinvent the brand. Chamber events attract hundreds of members from each of our region’s leading industries. Arm yourself with the most important networking tool of all: an attendee list. Contact the Member Services team prior to the event, or swing by the
We already have more than 450 attendees signed up for next week’s Government Affairs Forum with Mayor Menino, and over 250 for the Women’s Network Breakfast with Trudy Sullivan. There's still time to register!
Contact us if you are curious to see who will be in the room at each of these events.
The Chamber held the Annual Holiday Reception last night at the State Room Boston. More than 500 Chamber members came out to kick off the holiday season with a great night of networking.
Trudy Sullivan, president and CEO of The Talbots, Inc., will address the Chamber's Women's Network Breakfast next Wednesday, December 10.
Despite the difficult economy, Sullivan's efforts to turn the women's clothing company around are continuing in her second year at the helm. Last week, a successful effort to secure $125 million in credit from two Japanese banks helped the company's stock surge 25%.
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Sullivan has served as president and CEO of The Talbots, Inc., since August 2007. With 35 years of retailing and merchandising experience, Sullivan is ideally suited to guide the strategic direction and initiatives for Talbots which employs more than 16,000 workers and brings in nearly $2 billion in revenue.
An expert in specialty retail, Sullivan previously served as president of Liz Claiborne, Inc. where she was responsible for building and leading multiple apparel and non-apparel men’s and women’s brands. Her extensive merchandising career also includes a leadership role at J. Crew Group, Inc. and positions at Jordan Marsh and Filene’s.
Sullivan has been active in numerous organizations supporting the health and welfare of women. She served as a member of the Executive Women in Fashion Advisory Board at the Fashion Institute of Technology for many years, and has been honored by the YWCA-NYC Academy of Women Leaders and the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation of New York. Sullivan earned her B.A. from Manhattanville College and completed graduate studies in business at Simmons College in Boston.
United States Representative Niki Tsongas was the featured speaker at yesterday’s Women’s Network Breakfast. Congresswoman Tsongas led a discussion before a room of Chamber members eager to hear her thoughts on the economy and the new administration that will inhabit
This event was covered by the Boston Herald, and can be heard in its entirety this Sunday, November 23, at 8:00pm on WBUR 90.9.
Images from the event can be viewed here.
Don’t miss the next Women’s Network Breakfast series with Trudy Sullivan, president and CEO of Talbots, Inc., on December 10. For event details and registration, click here.
The Chamber would like to thank Citi for sponsoring this event.
Are you a new Chamber member? Or maybe you are long-time member of the Chamber looking for new ways to get involved? Well consider attending the Chamber’s free Member Orientation on November 13 at the downtown UMass Club.
At this informative program, you will learn about all of the opportunities available to you and every employee in your company through your Chamber membership. And the staff of the Chamber is on-hand to answer any questions you might have, from public policy to programs and events to marketing opportunities. So spend an hour with the Chamber staff and leave with new ideas for your company, as well as many new contacts from the region’s business community.
Click on the link below to register, and we hope to see you there!
Thursday, November 13
UMass Club,
7:45 a.m. Registration&Networking
8:10-9:00 a.m. Program
Free program. Members only.
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Not a Chamber member, but interested in attending member orientation and learning more about Chamber membership? Contact Karen O’Sullivan, senior director of business development, for more information.
Margaret McKenna, president of the Wal-Mart Foundation, was the guest speaker at yesterday’s Greater Boston Chamber Women’s Network Breakfast. In a room full of more than 200 Chamber members, McKenna spoke about the significant impact that the Wal-Mart Foundation has made worldwide, donating more than $360 million dollars a year. She also discussed her ideas for improving education through philanthropy noting that a united effort is necessary to achieve change. McKenna continues her efforts to bring people together from the private, public, and non-profit sectors to consolidate and collaborate on issues that demand attention such as the drop out rate, achievement gap, and affordable housing.
This event was featured in yesterday’s Boston Herald. McKenna also received spotlight in today’s Metro Boston, and again in today’s Boston Herald.
Images from the event can be viewed here.
Don’t miss the Chamber’s next Women’s Network Breakfast with United States Representative Niki Tsongas! For event details and registration, click here.
The Chamber would like to thank PriceWaterhouseCoopers for sponsoring this event.
For additional questions on membership, visit the Chamber's new Member FAQ page on bostonchamber.com.
Yesterday, Lieutenant Governor Timothy Murray addressed nearly 300 Chamber members at the Government Affairs Forum. During the breakfast, Murray unveiled details of a $250 million bond fund - dubbed "I-Cubed" - aimed at creating new jobs by financing targeted business development programs. He also assured the audience that he fully expected the current administration to seek re-election in 2010.Earlier today, more than 70 women gathered for a Women’s Network Roundtable at the UMass Club. The session, entitled “Networking for Results,” was facilitated by Dr. Stacy Blake-Beard, associate professor at the Simmons School of Management. All participants created a network map in order to analyze their network and help work their way towards a specific goal. Dr. Blake-Beard walked the group through their maps to determine where they had gaps, and shared useful tips and strategies to fill those gaps and achieve their goals. She also dispelled myths about traditional networking and taught participants how to make the most of their networking opportunities.
Click here to find out more about the Women’s Network Roundtable series.
The Chamber would like to thank Simmons School of Management for generously sponsoring the event.
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