Why Opportunity Matters: Takeaways from the Roundtable’s Juneteenth ERN Discussion

by June 25, 2026

In recognition of Juneteenth, the Roundtable co-hosted a virtual convening focused on how Employee Resource Networks (ERNs) are driving engagement, belonging, and opportunity through professional development. The discussion brought together leaders from across industries to share best practices and insights on how organizations can leverage ERNs to support talent development, strengthen workplace culture, and create pathways for growth. As organizations…

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Education & Workforce Development

No Borders: Climate Change, A Call to Action for All

by April 4, 2025

By Lauren Nwagboli and Rebecca Yemo, Ph.D. On Thursday, March 27, the Roundtable’s Research and Policy Analyst, Rebecca Yemo, Ph.D. and Director of Operations, Lauren Nwagboli attended the ResilientMass Summit. The event was hosted under the leadership of UMass Boston Chancellor Marcelo Suárez-Orozco, Governor Maura Healey, and Boston Mayor Michelle Wu. The summit is one of 10 regional summits inspired…

Climate Change, Climate Crisis

Conversations with Business Leaders: Navigating the Challenges Impacting Growth in Massachusetts

by May 15, 2024

Over the past month, the Roundtable, in partnership with McKinsey & Co., conducted a series of one-on-one interviews with Roundtable members to supplement our Annual 2024 MBR Talent and Competitiveness Survey. These conversations have allowed us to explore some of the challenges businesses in the state and across different sectors are facing and how we can better partner with state…

Competitiveness