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Key Takeaways from the Session:

• Navigating Uncertainty in Policy and Business: Government policy changes are impacting businesses in real time. Sharing personal stories about how these changes are affecting your work and business is crucial to creating a compelling narrative that resonates across sectors.

• Engagement and Communication with Constituents: Effective communication between government representatives and the business community is more important than ever. By staying connected and sharing experiences, we can make sure the voices of businesses are heard at the policy-making level.

• Collaboration between Government and Businesses: There is a strong potential for collaboration between government offices and the business community. By working together, we can address challenges that impact specific sectors, such as education, healthcare, and defense.

• Sector-Specific Challenges: We discussed the unique challenges faced by specific sectors, including the effects of cuts on programs like the USDA Rural Energy Program, and the importance of research funding in areas like healthcare and life sciences.

• The Power of the Business Voice: The business community has significant influence, particularly in Massachusetts. By speaking up, businesses can help shape policies that have broader economic impacts. Businesses need to reach out to their sectors both within and outside of Massachusetts to further amplify their message.

Thank you to our speakers:

• Janice Rottenberg, State Director for Senator Elizabeth Warren’s Office

• Liam Horsman, Regional Director for Senator Edward Markey’s Office

• Wade Blackman, District Director for Policy for House Democratic Whip Katherine Clark’s (MA-5) Office

• Liam Morehead, Transportation Policy Advisor for Representative Seth Moulton’s (MA-6) Office

• Maria Syrniotis, District Director for Representative Lori Trahan’s (MA-3) Office

Thank you to our series moderator:

• April Anderson, Principal of Anderson Strategic Advisors LLC 

Post-Event Follow-Up Resources:

• Find & Contact Your Legislator

• US Chamber of Commerce

• NAIOP (National Association for Industrial and Office Parks)

Continue the conversation in the comment section of our LinkedIn post. We’d love to hear your thoughts and reflections from the event.

Special thank you to Northeastern University for hosting this event.