Inside the Corner Office

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Eric Dickson, the CEO of UMass Memorial Health, based in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Dickson shared his unique career path, from serving in the military to pursuing a career in emergency medicine and leading Massachusetts’ third-largest healthcare system.

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Grace Wang, President of Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Dr. Wang shared her vision for the university’s continued growth and success and highlighted the school's incredible work on issues ranging from AI to robotics. She also discussed WPI’s diversity and inclusion efforts, and how higher education can advance economic equity.

In this episode, we sit down with Eric Slifka, President & CEO of Global Partners. Eric shared the family-owned company’s incredible history, from its founding by his grandfather some 90 years ago, to its continued growth in the 21st century. Eric also discussed the historic transformation underway in the energy industry, and how his company is adapting and evolving to continue to serve its customers while also working toward clean energy goals.  

In this episode, we sit down with Gary Gillheeney, Sr., President & CEO of Organogenesis, the Canton, Massachusetts-based leader in regenerative medicine. Gary talked about his impressive career and successful tenure as CEO of Organogenesis, and we learned more about some of the ground-breaking products the company has developed, and how they are improving the lives of thousands of Americans.    

In this episode, we sit down with Melissa Smith, the Chair, CEO, and President of WEX, a global leader in financial technology solutions, headquartered in Portland, Maine. Tune in to learn about Melissa's unique career path as well as WEX's incredible growth under her leadership, and how new technologies–ranging from electric vehicles to artificial intelligence–are impacting the company.

In this episode, we sit down with Brooks Tingle, the recently appointed President and CEO of John Hancock. Tune in as we delve into John Hancock's groundbreaking approach to life insurance and its commitment to fostering wellness and longevity. Jim and Brooks also discuss the company's compelling mission to champion diversity and inclusion, and why they see these efforts as an essential business imperative.

In honor of National Disabilities Employment Awareness Month, this special edition of the program features a conversation with Jo Ann Simons, CEO of Northeast ARC, and Jim Cassetta, President of WORK Inc., two prominent disability advocacy leaders in the region. 

Together, they delve into their personal motivations for championing the rights of individuals with disabilities and shed light on the vital contributions these individuals make to the regional workforce. The discussion also highlights both organizations' supportive initiatives to empower workers with disabilities and their employers.

Tune in as we catch up with Dr. Iva Morse, Head of Global Strategic Accounts & Services at MilliporeSigma, the global life sciences company headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts.

In this episode, we had a fascinating conversation about Dr. Morse's own unique background and career path and discussed MilliporeSigma's initiatives in reinforcing supply chain resilience and promoting workplace diversity and inclusion. We also explored the thriving innovation ecosystem of New England in the life sciences sector.

This month’s episode of “Inside the Corner Office” is now available! Tune in as we catch up with Jeffrey Thielman, President & CEO of the International Institute of New England.

In this episode, we learn more about Jeff's unique career path and his passion for working with the immigrant and refugee community. Jeff discusses the important role that immigrants and refugees play in the New England economy and how these populations can fill gaps in the region’s workforce. He details the programs and services that the International Institute of New England provides to help create opportunities for immigrants and refugees to be successful, and in particular, their efforts to support the region’s large Haitian population, as well as recent refugees from Afghanistan and Ukraine. Don't miss this insightful conversation highlighting the importance of inclusivity and empowerment in our community.

Tune in as we catch up with Rob McCarron, President of AICUM.

Rob discussed the economic impact of the higher education sector in our region, the need for mental health services on college campuses, and the importance of the Pell Grant in expanding access to college education.

Tune in as we catch up with Richard Burke, President and CEO of Fallon Health. Richard discussed Fallon Health's work to advance health equity, combat food insecurity, and provide comprehensive care to seniors throughout the region.  

This month’s episode of “Inside the Corner Office” is now available! Tune in as we catch up with Priscilla Sims Brown, the CEO of Amalgamated Bank. Priscilla shares with us her own unique background and career path, highlights Amalgamated Bank’s history, and outlines the bank’s innovative approaches to closing the racial wealth gap, preventing gun violence, and combatting global climate change. Priscilla also discusses Amalgamated's recent expansion into the Boston area.