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The Massachusetts Alliance for Economic Development’s recently announced that Solutia, Liberty Mutual, Court Square Data were the selected winners of the Massachusetts Fifth Annual Team Economic Impact Award for the Western Region. This is the only awards event of its kind in Massachusetts, honoring a select group of companies from across the Commonwealth who will be recognized for their outstanding contributions to the Massachusetts economy.
The winning companies were selected based on their attributes in the categories of job growth, facility expansion, investment, and community involvement since January 1, 2007. Susan Houston, Executive Director of the Alliance, observed that the process of selecting the winners was extremely difficult, “The judges did not arrive at their decision lightly; there are so many good stories from a variety of industries. All the companies nominated enhance the Massachusetts economy, and we’re proud to be able to recognize them.” The awards will be presented at a November 25th awards luncheon at the Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel.
“We are delighted to hear that all three awards for the western region were given to Springfield companies” said Mayor Domenic J. Sarno. “These companies, large and small, have invested a great deal in the City and these awards are well-deserved” he added.
Jerry Sargent, Executive Vice President from Citizens Bank and Alliance Chair said. “The Team Massachusetts Economic Impact Awards allows us to honor companies not only at a state level, but those that are making waves worldwide. The winning companies all strengthen the bedrock of the Commonwealth as a prominent location for businesses’ expansion.”
The Massachusetts Alliance for Economic Development is a private, non-profit partnership of business, industry leaders, and government dedicated to fostering economic growth in the Commonwealth.
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