NOVEMBER 7
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
NECA Greater Boston
2 Heritage Drive, Suite 1
Quincy, MA 02171
Please join IBEW Local 103 and NECA Greater Boston, on Thursday, November 7th, 2024 as we hold our 3rd Annual Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Summit.
Join IBEW Local 103 and NECA Greater Boston for our annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Summit, centered on the theme "Powering Inclusion: Building a Diverse Future in Clean Energy." This event is designed to support and uplift Minority and Women-Owned Businesses while also providing valuable insights and opportunities for all contractors. This summit will equip all contractors with the tools and insights needed to thrive in the rapidly changing clean energy and construction industries, while hearing directly from industry experts.
PROGRAM
First Panel: Opportunities and Challenges for Contractors in Clean Energy
This panel will dive into the growing opportunities in the clean energy sector, sharing success stories, challenges, and practical strategies. We’ll focus on how collaboration between contractors and MWBE firms can lead to shared success in renewable energy projects, helping everyone thrive together in this evolving industry.
Second Panel: Building Bridges: Expanding Opportunities for All Contractors
This panel will dive into some of the opportunities available for contractors in general construction. We will cover strategies for breaking into new markets, taking on larger projects, and building strong partnerships. You'll walk away with insights and actionable tips aimed at helping your business succeed in the construction industry.
Third Panel: Strength in Diversity: Advancing Workforce Inclusion in Construction and Clean Energy
Explore how workforce diversity is transforming both the construction and clean energy sectors. Our panel of experts will share strategies for building inclusive teams, overcoming challenges, and creating opportunities for underrepresented groups. This discussion will be relevant for all contractors looking to enhance their workforce and drive business success.
Featured Speakers
Emily Reichert
Chief Executive Officer
Massachusetts Clean Energy Center
Oliver Sellers Garcia
Green New Deal Director
City of Boston
Jennifer Applebaum
Managing Director of Workforce Development
Massachusetts Clean Energy Center
Kenzie Bok
Administrator & Chief Executive Officer
Boston Housing Authority
Alisha Collins
Director of Community Impact & Engagement
National Grid
Chris Perron
Senior Vice President of Clean Energy Deployment
Nexamp
Rupi Kaur
Estimator and Outreach Manager
Elaine Construction
Ramsay Stevens
Clean Energy Advisor
IBEW 103 | NECA Greater Boston
Dr. Ingrid Tucker
Acting CEO
Madison Park Development Corporation
Moderator
Alexis Washburn
Northeast Regional Director
Emerald Cities Collaborative
Closing Remarks
Lunch & Networking
LOCATION
Location
NECA Greater Boston
2 Heritage Drive, Suite 1
Quincy, MA 02171
CONTACT
If you have any questions regarding the event, please contact Kristen Gowin at kgowin@bostonneca.org or Josué Pierre at jpierre@ibew103.com.