14th Annual Gateway Cities Innovation Summit
About this Event
Join MassINC on November 18 for the annual Gateway Cities Innovation Summit, a day of learning, conversation, and connection with leaders working to strengthen communities across Massachusetts.
This year’s theme, Gateways to the Middle Class, will explore how Gateway Cities can expand access to the building blocks of economic security—from good jobs and quality housing to education, workforce opportunities, and stronger local economies.
The program will feature plenary conversations, presentations, and discussions highlighting innovative ideas and practical approaches from across the Commonwealth. The summit will conclude with the Gateway Cities Innovation Awards, celebrating leaders, organizations, and partnerships making an exceptional impact in Massachusetts’ Gateway Cities.
We will also annouce and celebrate this year's Gateway Cities Innovation Awards. highlighting initiatives, projects and indivitualscreating solutions for today's middle class.
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We want the Gateway Cities Innovation Summit to be accessible to all who wish to participate. If the registration fee presents a financial barrier, please contact Joe Kriesberg at [email protected] to discuss available assistance.
For Municipalities in need of payment by invoice, please contact Maeve Duggan at [email protected] to reserve your registration.
Agenda
Breakfast & Networking
Welcome & Remarks
Research Presentation | Gateways to the Middle Class
Host: Elise Rapoza, MassINC Policy Center
Panel | Economic Mobility in Gateway Cities: Views from the Field
Info: Juan Bonilla, Vice President of Economic Mobility, United Way Massachusetts Bay;
MaryBeth Campbell, CEO, Worcester Community Action Council;
Denise Jordan, Executive Director, Springfield Housing Authority;
Corinn Williams, Executive Director, Community Economic Development Center of Southeastern Massachusetts;
Moderator: Hallie Claflin, Gateway Cities Reporter, Commonwealth Beacon
Gateway Cities Innovation Award Presentation
Gallery Walk | Progress Across Massachusetts
Panel | Disruptive Strategies to Build Community Wealth
Info: Katie Deal, Vice President, Lafayette Square Institute;
Betty Francisco, CEO, Boston Impact Initiative;
Adam Seidel, Senior Associate Commissioner, Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education;
Moderator: Courtney Brunson, Senior Director of Economic Equity Initiatives, The Boston Foundation
Lunch & 2027 Policy Agenda Presentation
Gateway Cities Champion & Mayor Carpenter Award Presentations
Strategy Working Sessions
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 55.20
