@umassuwil is a selective leadership training and professional development program that prepares students from the state’s flagship public university for careers in public service. In March, MACP’s VP for Research & Policy, Kelsey Cintolo, serves on the program’s board and attended UWiL’s annual dinner with MACP CEO Jay Ash and former fellow (current Program Manager at the Massachusetts Broadband Institute) Madison Trepanier.
MACP, led by our CEO Jay Ash, proudly participated in Early College Day at the State House alongside the Massachusetts Alliance for Early College and a coalition of dedicated partners. Over 200 passionate Early College advocates, including students, K-12 and higher education leaders, as well as representatives from business and community organizations, converged on Beacon Hill to champion the expansion of Early College programs statewide.
Across the commonwealth, Early College is giving students a head start on their future. We need to scale up Early College programs and ensure they are aligned with opportunities in new and emerging industries. By creating stronger connections between what students are learning in high school and the opportunities that await them when they graduate, we can help students succeed and maintain local pipelines to the great jobs in Massachusetts’ leading industries.
Currently serving more than 8,000 students across the state, Early College programs aim to reach up to 10,000 students by the 2024-25 school year, as stated by the Healey Administration. Data underscores the program’s success, demonstrating that participating students exhibit significantly higher rates of college enrollment and persistence. Through sustained investment, Early College has the potential to reshape educational opportunities for Massachusetts students, bridging persistent equity gaps in college access and success, particularly for Black, Latino, and low-income students. Furthermore, it promises to inject economic vitality into communities statewide.
MACP is committed to working with our partners to empower our students and build a brighter future for Massachusetts
Thrilled to have attended the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce’s Government Affairs Forum yesterday featuring Speaker Ron Mariano. Speaker Mariano’s insights into the state’s priorities for the legislative session were enlightening, touching upon crucial areas from housing and education to ensuring Massachusetts remains competitive.
One standout point was his focus on collaboration between government and the business community to address challenges like talent retention and removing barriers to increase housing production. This resonates deeply as we strive to make Massachusetts an attractive hub for both professionals and businesses alike.
Kudos to the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce for hosting such informative sessions, fostering dialogue essential for driving positive change in our Commonwealth. Thank you to Bank of America (Erin Sutherland, Stephanie Wizorek, Joseph Gianni) for inviting us (represented by Rebecca Davis and Kelsey Cintolo) to join your table.
MACP’s COO Rebecca Davis participated in a panel organized by the Environmental League of Massachusetts (ELM) on Tuesday, “The Opportunity is Now: Making Massachusetts a Global Epicenter for Climate Technology,” which focused on the opportunity that the Massachusetts Executive Office of Economic Development (EOED)’s Mass Leads bill provides for Massachusetts’ climatetech industry.
In her remarks, Rebecca (who also wore her hat as the Vice Chair of the @massmobilityhub ) emphasized that while Massachusetts stands as a global hub for climatetech, other states boast policies and tools that could give them a competitive edge, necessitating our ongoing need to stay at the forefront. She also highlighted the leadership of our member companies in working towards achieving their climate goals, and the importance of innovation (including through climatetech) and support from the state in order to help meet those goals.
In the face of increasing competition and the pressing need for sustainable solutions, Massachusetts must seize this moment to strengthen its position as a climatetech leader.
Thank you to Environmental League of Massachusetts (ELM) for including us in this important conversation, as well as the other participants: Casey Bowers,
Rebecca Chasen, Benjamin Downing, Aisha Francis, Ph.D., Rachel Gholston, Elizabeth Turnbull Henry, and Carmichael Roberts
On February 29, Jay Ash, Rebecca Davis, and Kelsey Cintolo attended the Office of Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey’s announcement (at Form Energy) of her administration’s economic development bill, the Mass Leads Act. Governor Healey, Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll, and Massachusetts Executive Office of Economic Development (EOED) Secretary Yvonne Hao unveiled transformative proposals, including the reauthorization of the Life Sciences Initiative and the introduction of a new Climatetech Initiative. Julie Kim, U.S. Head of MACP member company Takeda, highlighted the strategic investment in Massachusetts, emphasizing its unparalleled “bench-to-bedside” health care ecosystem, making the state a world-class life sciences hub.
The Mass Leads initiatives align with MACP’s mission to drive innovation and establish Massachusetts as a global leader in cutting-edge industries by leveraging its strengths. The Healey-Driscoll Administration’s vision recognizes the importance of staying ahead in industries like Climatetech and AI, fostering job creation, supporting technology development, and promoting resilience locally. As a member of “Team Massachusetts,” we are enthusiastic about being part of this groundbreaking endeavor that positions Massachusetts at the forefront of global innovation.
Congrats to Secretary Hao and her team at the Massachusetts Executive Office of Economic Development (EOED) on their work. MACP looks forward to working with all of our teammates to ensure that MA leads.
In February, MACP CEO Jay Ash and COO Rebecca Davis were thrilled to join MACP member designees Erin Sutherland and Margaret Norton at the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce’s Government Affairs Forum featuring Governor Healey.
Last month, the Massachusetts Competitive Partnership (represented by Jay Ash, Rebecca Davis, & Kelsey Cintolo) had the honor of attending a press conference hosted by Senator Ed Markey alongside digital equity advocates from across the Commonwealth. We gathered at the Lynn Public Library to voice our strong support for the extension of funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP).
In collaboration with partners like the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative's Massachusetts Broadband Institute (MBI) and the Alliance for Digital Equity in Western MA (with leadership from MACP members Baystate Health and MassMutual), Tech Goes Home, and MassINC, MACP is committed to advocating for digital equity throughout the state. Together with our partners, we are working to ensure that every household has access to affordable Internet, a crucial resource in today's digital age.
Senator Markey is leading the charge in Washington to safeguard affordable Internet access for the 23 million ACP enrollees in the United States, including 366,000 households right here in Massachusetts. The impact of this program is undeniable, touching lives and bridging the digital divide for countless individuals and families.
Let's continue to advocate, collaborate, and drive positive change in the realm of digital accessibility. Together, we can create a more connected and inclusive future for all.
Jay Ash, MACP President & CEO and Chair of CyberTrust Massachusetts, attended the ribbon cutting for the Cyber Range at Bridgewater State University. The range allows students and cybersecurity professionals to experience mock attacks, from beginning scenarios to complex situations that take experts hours to solve. With multi-colored flashing lights, desks that shake and a massive video screen on one wall, the range immerses users in the high-stakes world of battling cybercrime.
The creation of the Cyber Range (and a SSecurity Operations Center that will open later this year) was funded through a $2 million federal grant secured by Senator Ed Markey (D-MA) and Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), intended to enable students to apply, hone, and elevate their cybersecurity skills, and serve as a resource for the Commonwealth to provide training to municipalities, state agencies, law enforcement, and other entities. Additional funding for the Cyber Range included $250,000 from the Massachusetts Skills Capital Grant, supported by the MA Executive Office of Education Skills Capital Program; and $711,500 from the MassCyberCenter.
Jay Ash, MACP President & CEO and Chair of CyberTrust Massachusetts, attended the ribbon cutting for the Cyber Range at Bridgewater State University. The range allows students and cybersecurity professionals to experience mock attacks, from beginning scenarios to complex situations that take experts hours to solve. With multi-colored flashing lights, desks that shake and a massive video screen on one wall, the range immerses users in the high-stakes world of battling cybercrime.
The creation of the Cyber Range (and a SSecurity Operations Center that will open later this year) was funded through a $2 million federal grant secured by Senator Ed Markey (D-MA) and Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), intended to enable students to apply, hone, and elevate their cybersecurity skills, and serve as a resource for the Commonwealth to provide training to municipalities, state agencies, law enforcement, and other entities. Additional funding for the Cyber Range included $250,000 from the Massachusetts Skills Capital Grant, supported by the MA Executive Office of Education Skills Capital Program; and $711,500 from the MassCyberCenter.
Jay Ash, MACP President & CEO and Chair of CyberTrust Massachusetts, attended the ribbon cutting for the Cyber Range at Bridgewater State University. The range allows students and cybersecurity professionals to experience mock attacks, from beginning scenarios to complex situations that take experts hours to solve. With multi-colored flashing lights, desks that shake and a massive video screen on one wall, the range immerses users in the high-stakes world of battling cybercrime.
The creation of the Cyber Range (and a SSecurity Operations Center that will open later this year) was funded through a $2 million federal grant secured by Senator Ed Markey (D-MA) and Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), intended to enable students to apply, hone, and elevate their cybersecurity skills, and serve as a resource for the Commonwealth to provide training to municipalities, state agencies, law enforcement, and other entities. Additional funding for the Cyber Range included $250,000 from the Massachusetts Skills Capital Grant, supported by the MA Executive Office of Education Skills Capital Program; and $711,500 from the MassCyberCenter.
