Economic Opportunity and Inclusion
We help businesses launch, grow, and thrive in the City of Boston.
We aim to make Boston a global model of economic equity for working people, entrepreneurs, businesses, and investors. Our goal is to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of government, the quality of life for all Bostonians, and the experience of all visitors.
We do this by:
- Implementing sustainable practices that repair economic harm and help build generational wealth,
- fostering local talent and innovative ideas,
- creating thriving and healthy neighborhoods,
- establishing equitable procurement strategies, and
- strengthening the partnership between the City and local organizations.
Meetings, Events, and Office Hours
EventsMeet the Chief and Directors
Who We Are
Segun Idowu
Chief of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion
Donald Wright
Deputy Chief of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion
Kathleen Joyce
Chairwoman, Licensing Board
John Borders IV
Director of Tourism, Sports and Entertainment
Aliesha Porcena
Director of Small Business
Alia Forrest
Director of Business Strategy
Andrew Grace
Director of Economic and Strategic Planning
Corean Reynolds
Director of Nightlife Economy
Reports and External Resources
Resources- Amplify Latinx
- Asian Business Empowerment Council
- Associated Industries of Massachusetts
- Black Economic Council of Massachusetts
- Boston Private Industry Council
- Boston Ujima Project
- Coalition for an Equitable Economy
- Foundation for Business Equity
- Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce
- Greater Boston Convention and Visitors Bureau
- MassBio
- Massachusetts Business Roundtable
- Massachusetts Competitive Partnership
- Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development
- Massachusetts LGBT Chamber of Commerce
- Massachusetts Retailers Association
- Massachusetts Supplier Diversity Office
- Massachusetts Life Sciences Center
- Office of Workforce Development
- Office of Financial Empowerment
- US Chamber of Commerce
- US Small Business Administration
- Venture Cafe Foundation Boston