As September marches on, there’s a lot to both celebrate and look forward to around Metro South. If you haven’t had a chance to catch the Action Report yet, here’s a roundup of what’s already happened, plus what’s ahead.
What We’ve Been Up To
- Good News & Member Wins
- Brockton Area Transit (BAT) will continue offering fare-free fixed-route, ADA paratransit, and senior services through June 2026, thanks to support from the Fair Share Amendment and the MA Legislature. (Read more)
- The “Business After Hours” event at Campanelli Stadium (with Eastern Bank & the Brockton Rox) was a hit. Doug Flutie threw the ceremonial first pitch and mingled with attendees. (Read more)
- We said goodbye (and a heartfelt thanks) to Brenda Carrens of OCES, who has retired after many years of service as a Chamber Ambassador. (Read more)
- Leadership & Capacity Building
- Congrats to Emma Penardi, Vice President of Communications & Special Projects, for graduating from the Institute for Organization Management (IOM), a top leadership training program from the U.S. Chamber. (Read more)
- Major Announcements
- BAT After-Hours Workforce Transportation Program launched, providing subsidized late-night rides (9 PM–6 AM) in many Metro South communities, supporting 2nd & 3rd shift workers. (Read more)
- Father Bill’s & MainSpring received a historic $5 million gift from the Alvarium Foundation to fund housing developments + supportive services in Southern Massachusetts. (Read more)
What’s On Deck
- Upcoming Events
- Good Day Metro South — September 25, Thorny Lea Golf Club, Brockton. Hear about the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” & the new Business Front Door online portal.
- 35th Annual Legislative & Candidates Reception — October 9, Stonehill College in Easton. Free, public event. A chance to connect with public officials and business leaders.
- Tracks to Transformation: MSCC & NEREJ Summit — October 30 in Randolph. Keynote by MBTA CEO Phillip Eng. Topics include mixed-use development, transit equity, and more.
- 112th Annual Meeting & Business Expo — November 19, Multipurpose Auditorium @ Adult & Teen Challenge, Brockton. A premier networking event with hundreds of business leaders, keynote speaker on AI, economic impact award presentations, and an exhibitor showcase.
- Things to Keep in Mind
- Membership renewals & new members: a number of businesses have joined or renewed — it’s always good to check out who’s new to the Chamber and welcome them.
- Chamber is hiring in “Membership Development & Retention” — if you know folks interested, this might be a good opportunity. Send resume and cover letter to chris@metrosouthchamber.com
Stay informed about upcoming events, workshops, and community news by visiting our Events Calendar and subscribing to our newsletter. Engage with us on social media to be part of the ongoing conversation and community building.
📩 Read the full newsletter here: September 2025 Newsletter
