2025 Western Mass Developers Conference

Join municipal leaders, developers, investors, industry experts, and change-makers for the Western Massachusetts Developers Conference — the premier event connecting projects, partners, and possibilities in our region.

This year’s conference will spotlight transformative opportunities in capital developments, quantum technology, food science, industry growth, and workforce development. With engaging workshops, insider updates from key stakeholders, and direct access to municipal decision-makers, you’ll leave equipped to turn vision into action.

We proudly recognize the sponsors whose leadership and investment make this conference possible.

• Presenting Sponsor – Wyckoff Country Club | The Ruiz Family Foundation

• Platinum Sponsor – MassMutual
• Host Sponsor - MGM Springfield
• Lunch Sponsor - Westmass Area Development Corporation
• Breakfast Sponsor - Springfield WORKS
• Silver Sponsors - To be announced
• Supporter Sponsors - To be announced
• Business Sponsors - To be announced

Info: Join us for an illuminating CEO Panel session, where visionary leaders will unveil the
compelling reasons behind their strategic investments in Western Massachusetts. Gain
valuable insights as they explore their decisions in-depth, covering vital aspects of
business development and workforce expansion.

Info: This workshop will uncover the diverse incentives available within local municipalities, from tax benefits to opportunities for new developments. Explore the intricacies of housing, transportation, tourism, education, healthcare, and hospitality, and gain valuable insights to enhance your business ventures.

Info: Western Massachusetts is positioned for takeoff—with $16 M dedicated to a quantum computing complex in Holyoke and $30 M for UMass Amherst’s food science hub. Discover how these investments are converging to spark innovation, create advanced manufacturing and research ecosystems, and fuel long-term regional economic development.

Info: Discover the future of our cities at the City Showdown Lightning Pitches! Municipal officials reveal their visionary plans for unlocking the potential of owned properties, identifying key areas of opportunity, and shaping post-pandemic development.

Info: Discover how untapped talent is fueling regional growth. This session highlights data and outcomes from SpringfieldWORKS’ CERP initiative, showcasing how inclusive, human-centered hiring strategies are expanding the workforce across all industries.

Host or Publisher Economic Development Council of Western Mass