Ambassador Scott P. Brown's illustrious career spans from serving as the U.S. Ambassador to New Zealand and Samoa to rocking out with his band. A former U.S. Senator and best-selling author, Brown's diverse experiences include legal roles, media contributions, and mentoring youth. A graduate of Tufts University and Boston College Law School, his life story is a testament to versatility and resilience.
Rick Green's journey from a Cornell-educated aerospace engineer to a trailblazer in e-commerce is a tale of relentless innovation. As the founder of 1A Auto Inc., he transformed the aftermarket auto parts landscape, earning global recognition. His entrepreneurial spirit earned him the title of one of Taiwan’s Businessmen of the Year. His story is one of hard work, innovation, and unwavering leadership.
Join us for an exclusive event with Adam Selipsky, CEO of Amazon Web Services (AWS), as he shares insights from his remarkable journey in tech. From spearheading AWS's rise to a cloud computing titan, to leading Tableau Software through a groundbreaking acquisition by Salesforce, Selipsky's leadership has been pivotal in shaping the tech landscape. A Harvard alum with a passion for sustainability, his vision extends beyond innovation to impactful environmental initiatives. Don't miss this chance to hear from a tech luminary who's driving change at the very forefront of the industry.
!!! SOLD OUT !!! Join us for a return visit by James W. Keyes to his alma mater. James is known internationally as a business and social change agent. Currently spearheading several new tech initiatives, his career has included serving as Chief Executive of two Fortune 500 companies (Blockbuster Inc. and 7-Eleven), and creating a strategic consumer product collaboration with Walmart. James is the author of the book, “Education is Freedom”, a roadmap to personal and professional growth.
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Meet us at the Beechwood Hotel to engage with Grace J. Wang, Ph.D., the distinguished 17th President of Worcester Polytechnic Institute, renowned for her pioneering work in academia and research innovation. Dr. Wang's leadership at The Ohio State University and SUNY has catalyzed significant R&D advancements and fostered robust university-industry partnerships, fueling both academic and economic growth. With a career spanning influential roles from NSF to IBM/Hitachi, she brings a wealth of experience in driving technology commercialization and research excellence. Don’t miss the chance to engage with one of the leading minds at the forefront of science and engineering education.
Jeff Greene, born in Worcester, MA in 1954, was raised with a strong foundation in economic values instilled by his entrepreneurial father and schoolteacher mother. After graduating from Johns Hopkins University and earning an MBA from Harvard Business School, Greene built a billion-dollar real estate portfolio and made history with one of Wall Street's most successful trades. Today, he manages a diverse investment portfolio, is a dedicated philanthropist, and is committed to giving back as a signatory of the Buffett-Gates Giving Pledge.
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The Worcester Economic Club is excited to hold our annual Fall networking event at Off The Rails on October 30th.
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Brian Smith is the Chief Pharmacy Officer for Shields Health Solutions. Brian leads the company’s clinical strategy, pharmacy operations, manufacturer relations, accreditation and population health initiatives. Overall, it is Brian’s role to ensure that Shields provides legendary care to every patient at each of the company’s hospital partner sites across the country while maintaining the highest clinical and regulatory standards.
Stephen West is the Chief Executive Officer for Shields Health Solutions. Stephen works closely with the Shields executive team to execute on key strategic and operational initiatives, ensuring that the highest level of integrated care is delivered consistently across all partners.
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We're excited to announce that Dr. Mark Melnik will be joining us as a featured speaker at our upcoming event. As Director of Economic & Public Policy Research at UMass, Dr. Melnik will share insights drawn from his extensive experience leading projects for organizations like the Massachusetts Gaming Commission, the Boston Foundation, and the City of Boston. With a Ph.D. in sociology and a deep understanding of labor market trends, Dr. Melnik will offer a compelling look at the forces shaping our economy and workforce.
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We’re excited to welcome Stephen Wermiel as our speaker for this upcoming meeting. A professor of practice at American University Washington College of Law, Stephen has spent 27 years teaching constitutional law, the First Amendment, and civil rights litigation. A former Supreme Court reporter for The Wall Street Journal, he is also the co-author of Justice Brennan: Liberal Champion, the definitive biography of Justice William J. Brennan Jr. His deep expertise and firsthand experience covering the Court make him an invaluable voice on the intricacies of our legal system.
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