Event Details

On February 11, the Black Economic Council of Massachusetts ​(BECMA) will partner with the Boston Planning & Development Agency​ (BPDA) and Boston Local Development Corporation​ (BLDC) to co-host our first virtual event of the year. You are invited!


This event will introduce Boston-based businesses, architects, engineers, planners, IT professionals, property managers, and general contractors to opportunities with BPDA and BLDC, a lender that seeks to promote job creation in the city of Boston. The event will also showcase the BDPA's 24 month buying plan for goods and services, and processes to pursue real estate development opportunities with the agency.


The BPDA plans and guides inclusive growth in Boston —­creating opportunities for everyone to live, work and connect. Through their future-focused, city-wide lens, they engage communities, implement new solutions, partner for greater impact and track progress. The BLDC works in tandem with the BPDA to increase employment opportunities for Boston residents, providing small business loans with a focus on commercial, industrial and service companies.


BECMA's mission is to advance the economic well-being of Black businesses, organizations, and residents in Massachusetts through advocacy, business and leadership development, and strategic partnerships. Join the movement to further our mission by registering to attend this free, informative and impactful event.

Agenda

Main Stage Events

9:00 AM    Informative Introductions & Event Overview

10:45 AM  Resources & Closing Remarks


Breakout Sessions 

9:30 AM    Goods & Services: Office Supplies, IT & Professional Services

9:55 AM     Real Estate: Leasing & Disposition

10:20 AM     Capitol Building Construction

Speakers

  • Dolores Fazio (Senior Project Manager, Capital Construction at Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA))

    Dolores Fazio

    Senior Project Manager, Capital Construction at Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA)

  • Rebecca Hansen (Senior Advisor - Real Estate Portfolio Management at Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA))

    Rebecca Hansen

    Senior Advisor - Real Estate Portfolio Management at Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA)

  • Morgan McDaniel (Real Estate Development Officer at Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA))

    Morgan McDaniel

    Real Estate Development Officer at Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA)

  • Laura Melle (Deputy Director, Real Estate Administration of Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA))

    Laura Melle

    Deputy Director, Real Estate Administration of Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA)

  • Bill Nickerson (General Manager at Boston Local Development Corporation (BLDC))

    Bill Nickerson

    General Manager at Boston Local Development Corporation (BLDC)

  • Gisella Soriano (Credit Analyst at Boston Local Development Corporation (BLDC))

    Gisella Soriano

    Credit Analyst at Boston Local Development Corporation (BLDC)

  • Robert Springer (Vendor and Supplier Diversity Specialist – Procurement at Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA))

    Robert Springer

    Vendor and Supplier Diversity Specialist – Procurement at Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA)

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