Planning for an Equitable Future:
Economy, Justice and Education
Our annual business conference.
Planning for an Equitable Future:
Game Changers Business Conference
Planning for an Equitable Future:
Economy, Justice and Education
Check back soon for more 2021 conference details!
*2021 Sponsorship Opportunities Available Now
Reach out to Karen Pelletier for options.
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE | The Chamber’s annual conference and expo brings together members of the Central Mass business community to learn about and discuss local innovations, business opportunities, hear keynote speakers, and network with other professionals.
The event is also an opportunity to congratulate recipients of the 2020 Game Changer awards. These members of the community have been a catalyst for change and are recognized for their work at this event.
This year, the conference explores how our business community can work towards a more diverse workforce, provide opportunity for people of color and other diverse groups.
DAY 1 | Monday, June 14, 2021
10 am – 11:30 am
Awards Ceremony, Keynote Speaker
Keynote Speaker
Michael Curry, JD, President & CEO, Mass League of Community Health Centers
Opening Keynote Sponsor
Game Changer Awards Presentation
Sponsored by
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DAY 2 | Tuesday, June 15, 2021
10 am – 11:30 am
Panel Discussion
PANEL: Worcester’s Equity Agenda
Moderator:
Stacey Luster, general counsel and assistant to the president for employment and equal opportunity, WSU
Panelists:
- Matilde Castiel MD, Commissioner of Health and Human Services, City of Worcester
- Ryan Flynn,Director, Affiliate Network Growth & Strategy, Massachusetts Business Alliance for Education
- Fred Taylor, president NAACP Worcester, Chair Construction Diversity Monitoring Committee Worcester
- Stephanie Williams, Chief Diversity Officer, City of Worcester
Session Sponsor
DAY 3 | Wednesday, June 16, 2021
10 am – 11:30 am
Panel Discussion
PANEL: The Role of Employers in an Equitable Recovery
Moderator:
Bonnie Walker,Director of Equity and Inclusion, Worcester Academy
Panelists:
- Katie Crockett, President, LPAA
- Beyazmin Jimenez, Pacesetters, Director of Economic Opportunity, Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce
- Derrick Kiser, founder, Fresh Start 508
- Angela Dixon, Senior Vice President, Chief Diversity Officer, Berkshire Bank
Session Sponsors
DAY 4 | Thursday, June 17
10 am – 11:30 am
Keynote Speaker
Keynote Speaker
Judge Serge Georges, Jr., SUPREME JUDICIAL COURT, & Closing Remarks
Session Sponsor
Available
Corporate Sponsors
Polling Sponsor
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*You will be redirected to the Chamber of Commerce website where you will be able to register and pay for your ticket. If you are not a Chamber member, click “Not a Member” on the following screen to continue registration.
