State of the Region Breakfast

09/09/2026

The North Shore's top municipal leaders will present an overview of the projects they're pursuing, issues facing their communities, and priorities for the season ahead at the Chamber's annual State of the Region breakfast Wednesday, Sept. 9, from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at Essex Technical & Agricultural High School in Danvers. Tickets and sponsorship available now!

Minuteman Service Award Nominations

11/06/2026

Help the Chamber recognize a business or individual for acts of selfless dedication and outstanding leadership in support of our veterans and military communities. Click to submit a nomination and learn more about this event.

Aug

2026

Celebrate the 2026 Diamond Awards Winners

The Diamond Awards are presented to outstanding women of influence and leadership in the region. Click to learn who was selected for 2026! Celebrate these phenomenal women on Thursday, Aug. 20, from 7:30 to 9:15 a.m. at the Salem Waterfront Hotel. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities available now!

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2026 Diamond Awards Breakfast

08.20.2026

Celebrating the Chamber's 2026 Diamond Award honorees Join us as the Chamber celebrates outstanding women of influence and leadership in the...

Technology Made Simple Webinar Series: Phishing-Proof Your Team

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The next webinar in the 'Technology Made Simple' series will be held Wednesday, Aug. 26, at noon and will feature...

Business Leads Group - August

08.27.2026

Business Leads attendees will: – Have the opportunity to speak and promote their organization – Share and distribute marketing materials – Meet...

Emerging Leaders After Hours Networking at Finz

08.27.2026

Join fellow young professionals at Finz for an evening of networking, conversation, and new connections. Expand your network, exchange ideas,...

September Breakfast Forum - State of the Region

09.09.2026

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Business News

IFS announces recent promotions

August 10, 2026 | Robyn Pregent

NEWBURYPORT — Institution for Savings has announced the promotions of three members of its Commercial Lending team. Lori Rostkowski and...

Massachusetts logs nation’s lowest business-formation rate; small firms are struggling

August 5, 2026 | Robyn Pregent

A new report shows that Massachusetts small-business formation and the state’s overall private employment continue to lag behind where they...

Massachusetts business confidence hits highest point of 2026 as manufacturers surge

August 5, 2026 | Robyn Pregent

Massachusetts business confidence has been on the rise for months, and now has hit its highest point this year, according...

Mass. hospitals pass $1B in community benefits for third consecutive year

August 3, 2026 | Robyn Pregent

Massachusetts hospitals last year contributed $1.1 billion in community investments, the largest total amount on record.

Small-business grants you can apply for in August 2026: Deadline looms for lucrative SBA programs

August 3, 2026 | Robyn Pregent

The deadline is approaching for some lucrative SBA opportunities, while a nonprofit is offering up a fully built-out retail space.

Pioneer Institute Study: Tax Cut Would Have Grown State Economy, Increased Wages and Reduced Unemployment

July 23, 2026 | Jared Walczak

BOSTON – A proposal to cut the state income tax rate from 5 percent to 4 percent over three years...

Boston Children’s Hospital sells site for $62 million

July 20, 2026 | Robyn Pregent

Boston Children’s Hospital has entered a lease buyback arrangement for after selling its North Shore outpost.

State budget includes millions for education and transportation

July 8, 2026 | Sophia HarrisSophia HarrisSophia Harris

Sophia Harris The Massachusetts Legislature has approved a $63.4 billion Fiscal Year 2027 budget that includes record investments in education...

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