Tomorrow is Small Business Saturday! We’re continuing our celebration of Boston’s incredible small businesses by shopping and supporting local favorites across our neighborhoods. Today, Donald Wright, M.B.A, Deputy Chief of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion, is visiting different local shops and businesses along South Street in Jamaica Plain. Follow along with Donald as he stops by Happy Market and Spirits, Professional Barbershop, Maria’s Hair Fashion and Day Spa, and Elleyo! Let us know in the comments who you’re supporting and shopping with this Small Business Saturday and tag us in your #SmallBusinessSaturday posts with #SmallBizBOS! #ShopSmall #SupportLocal #SmallBusinessBoston #BostonBusiness #Boston
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We work to make Boston a global model of economic equity for working people, entrepreneurs, businesses, and investors.
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The mission of the Economic Opportunity and Inclusion Cabinet is to make Boston a global model of economic equity for working people, entrepreneurs, businesses, and investors. Our strategy involves implementing sustainable practices that repair economic harm and help build generational wealth, fostering local talent and innovative ideas, creating thriving and healthy neighborhoods, establishing equitable procurement strategies, and strengthening the partnership between the City and local organizations. Our goal as the Economic Opportunity and Inclusion Cabinet is to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of government, the quality of life for all Bostonians, and the experience of all visitors.
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Happy Thanksgiving from the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion! ???? Last week, Mayor Michelle Wu announced expanded support for Boston families during the holidays and distributed 3,100 turkeys and 50,000 pounds of food to residents in need. Led by the Mayor’s Offices of Neighborhood Services and Cultural Affairs, the turkey drive partnered with over 80 community organizations to ensure families could enjoy a warm holiday meal. OEOI staff joined volunteers to pack and prepare turkeys for distribution!
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Small Business Saturday is only a few days away! We’re celebrating Boston’s incredible small businesses all week long as we shop and support local favorites across our neighborhoods. Today, Alia Hamada Forrest, Director of Business Strategy, is visiting different local shops and SPACE Grantees in Downtown Boston. Follow along with Alia as she stops by Flourish and Foundry, Boardeaux Boston, and Boston Public Market Association. Stay tuned as the Economic Opportunity and Inclusion team visits more inspiring small businesses throughout the week! Let us know in the comments who you’re supporting and shopping with this Small Business Saturday and tag us in your #SmallBusinessSaturday posts with #SmallBizBOS! #ShopSmall #SupportLocal #SmallBusinessBoston #BostonBusiness #Boston
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Grateful to have gone on this trip to our Sister City in France, Strasbourg, representing City of Boston | Economic Opportunity and Inclusion Cabinet. Truly enjoyed my day of innovation and social economy with Sandrine André!
?? nous sommes deux s?urs jumelles ?? Depuis 1960, la Ville et Eurométropole de Strasbourg est jumelée avec la City of Boston. Dans ce cadre, nous avons eu le plaisir d’accueillir la semaine dernière Alia Hamada Forrest, directrice business strategy de de la ville de #Boston. Invitée à l’occasion de la commémoration des 80 ans de la libération de #Strasbourg, sa visite a aussi été l’opportunité de lui faire découvrir notre écosystème local. Elle a ainsi rencontré Caroline Dreyer / BioValley France et Guillaume Vetter-Genoud, PhD, MBA / Quest for health qui lui ont présenté les atouts de Strasbourg dans le domaine de l’#innovation en #santé et notre fleuron, Nextmed Strasbourg, le campus #medtech Elle a également visité Kaleidoscoop et échangé avec les différentes structures qui y sont hébergées : SINGA Strasbourg Maison de l'emploi de Strasbourg La Coopette CRESS GRAND EST Des rencontres riches et denses qui pourraient faire na?tre de nouvelles collaborations entre Strasbourg et Boston. To be continued ! Pia Imbs Stéphanie Strasser Bruno KOEBEL Anne-Marie Jean Caroline ZORN Laurence Marmignon Cuvillier Philippe Portelli Rémy Ba?uls Nicolas Pellerin Maxence Pfeiffer Sandra Guilmin Virginie MANINA MORSCHEIDT Geoffroy THIELEN
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The City of Boston Department of Supplier Diversity is accepting applications for the Supplying Capital and Leveraging Education (SCALE) Grant Program until Monday, December 16! The SCALE Grant Program is an industry-specific technical assistance program designed to help small, local businesses build their capacity in pursuing government contracts. Learn more about the program and how to apply at boston.gov/scale-program #supplierdiversity #bostoncontracts #cityofboston #bostonbusinesses #governmentcontracts #bostongrants
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Yesterday, Chief of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion Segun Idowu visited CarGurus’ new global headquarters at 1001 Boylston Street. Joined by CarGurus CEO Jason Trevisan, Chief Idowu toured the impressive office space, including a stunning roof deck with panoramic city views. CarGurus occupies ten floors in this state-of-the-art building, which will support over 1,000 employees. The company celebrated the grand opening of their new office last month with Mayor Michelle Wu, Governor Maura Healey, Secretary Yvonne Hao, and City Councilor Sharon Durkan. As Boston’s first air rights project in 40 years, the building will also become home to the LEGO Group’s North American headquarters in mid-2025. #boston #bostonbusiness #cargurus #economicopportunity
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?? Hiring Alert! Apply today to join the City of Boston as the next Director of Supplier Diversity! The?Director of Supplier Diversity?will manage the Department of Supplier Diversity, a department within the Economic Opportunity and Inclusion Cabinet. This role is essential to advancing equitable procurement practices and creating opportunities for small, minority-, women-, and disadvantaged-owned businesses to thrive in Boston. Key responsibilities include: ?? Collaborate with City leaders to implement procurement reforms ?? Develop initiatives that support diverse businesses in accessing City contracts ?? Establish and promote equitable procurement standards and best practices ?? Lead a team dedicated to achieving MBE/WBE utilization goals Learn more and apply today at https://lnkd.in/e5JfGhk9 #hiring #bostonjobs #supplierdiversity #cityofboston #jobopportunities #boston
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Save the date! This Saturday, November 30, is Small Business Saturday! ?? Join us in celebrating Boston’s incredible small businesses all week long as we shop and support local favorites across our neighborhoods. Today, Aliesha J. Porcena, MPP, Director of Small Business, kicks things off with a visit to Bos. Shop in the South End! Bos. Shop is a Black woman-owned boutique that brings together over 20 cherished brands under one roof. From small-batch, locally sourced provisions to unique home goods, accessories, beauty products, and more, they specialize in thoughtfully curated gift boxes perfect for any occasion. ?? Stay tuned as the Economic Opportunity and Inclusion team visits more inspiring small businesses throughout the week! Let us know in the comments who you’re supporting and shopping with this Small Business Saturday and tag us in your #SmallBusinessSaturday posts with #SmallBizBOS! #ShopSmall #SupportLocal #SmallBusinessBoston #BostonBusiness #Boston
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Boston’s Festival of Italian Creativity wrapped up this past Friday with a spectacular celebration of innovation and collaboration! From November 14-22, the Italian Consulate showcased the incredible depth of Italian excellence across culture, science, and business. Mayor Michelle Wu’s opening, alongside the children from the Elliott School, set a positive tone, emphasizing cultural connections between Boston and Italy. Dynamic speakers like Chief Segun Idowu, Oliver Sellers-Garcia, and myself highlighted Boston’s deep ties to Italy’s creative spirit. Kudos to Consul General Arnaldo Minuti and Professors Paolo Gaudenzi, ivana marroncelli, COMITéS BOSTON, for an incredible festival. A true testament to international partnership and creativity! ?? #ItalianCreativity2024 #BostonInnovation #GlobalBoston
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This morning, Segun Idowu, Chief of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion, delivered the keynote address at Suffolk University's Career Equity Conference. He spoke about the importance of equity in the workforce and business landscape and highlighted Suffolk's commitment to preparing students at the start of their careers. He showcased the transformative impact of programs like the Legacy Business Program and SPACE Grant Program, noting that 75% of SPACE grantees across all three rounds are entrepreneurs of color, and over 65% are women business owners. The Career Equity Conference empowers business professionals to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion through meaningful action and education. #economicopportunity #careerequity #equityinaction #boston
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