Introducing the Council's New Biennial Social Annual Meeting!
The Massachusetts High Technology Council’s 2024 Annual Meeting is an invitation-only event, offering a unique opportunity for members to engage in meaningful discussions and network with peers.
Date
November 14, 2024
Time
5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Location
Highlights of the Evening
Cocktail Reception
Enjoy a variety of hors d’oeuvres and beverages while networking with fellow members.
Post-Election Insights
Gain valuable insights on the recent U.S. elections and their impact on the business climate in Massachusetts.
Special Announcements
Be present for important announcements and the election of new MHTC Directors.
Thank You to Our 2024 Annual Meeting Sponsors!
Interested in becoming a 2024 Annual Meeting Sponsor?
Please contact Sarah Anderson Brunelle at sarah@mhtc.org or 781.786.2688 for more information.
Please note the following important details:
- Invitation-Only: The 2024 Annual Meeting is an invitation-only event. Invitations are non-transferable.
- Ticket Limitations: Each member organization is limited to two (2) tickets, with the exception of certain sponsors.
- MassVision2050 Sponsors: If you are a MassVision2050 sponsor, please contact Sarah to receive your promo code for a 50% discount on up to two tickets.
For any registration questions, please reach out to Jenny Enfield.
Featured Speakers
Will Rinehart
Senior Fellow, American Enterprise Institute
About
Research Areas
Science and technology policy, Innovation, Federal regulation, Artificial intelligence
Bio & Experience
Will Rinehart is a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI), where he focuses on the political economy of technology and innovation. His research covers policy areas such as diagnostic testing regulation, federal agency regulatory guidance, the CHIPS and Science Act, and the regulation of artificial intelligence. He also serves as an expert at the Federalist Society’s Emerging Technology Working Group, which is part of the Regulatory Transparency Project.
Before joining AEI, Mr. Rinehart was a senior research fellow at the Center for Growth and Opportunity at Utah State University. He was also the director of technology and innovation policy at the American Action Forum, a research fellow at TechFreedom, and the director of operations at the International Center for Law & Economics. Additionally, Mr. Rinehart worked for the Progress & Freedom Foundation, focusing on advertising policy and internet governance; the Illinois Policy Institute, where he studied state-level budget, energy, and tax issues; and the Institute for Policy and Civic Engagement at the University of Illinois Chicago as a research assistant in technology and civic engagement. Mr. Rinehart was a fellow at the Internet Law & Policy Foundry and a Frédéric Bastiat Fellow at the Mercatus Center. Additionally, he served on the Federal Communications Commission’s Broadband Deployment Advisory Committee and Consumer Advocacy Committee.
Mr. Rinehart’s work has appeared in the Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, Wired, Morning Consult, The Hill, Forbes, Reason, Marginal Revolution, and Overlawyered and on BBC Radio and NPR, in addition to other broadcast media. He speaks regularly on topics related to tech policy, has been cited in regulatory orders from the Federal Communications Commission, and has been featured in Supreme Court petitions.
Mr. Rinehart has an MS in applied economics from Johns Hopkins University and a BA in political science from the University of Illinois.
Education
MS, applied economics, Johns Hopkins University
BA, political science, University of Illinois
Presentation Details
Laboratories of Regulation: How State-Level AI Regulation and Administrative Agencies are Driving AI Policy in the United States
As states take the lead in shaping AI governance, AEI Senior Fellow Will Rinehart will examine the tensions and collaborations between state legislatures, federal agencies, and leaders in Congress. He will also discuss the impact of these regulatory frameworks on innovation and legal compliance, and how they may set the stage for broader national strategies on AI governance.
Michael Saltsman
Owner & Partner, Berman and Company
About
Mike Saltsman is an owner and partner at the public affairs firm Berman and Company.
Mike serves as Executive Director of the nonprofit Employment Policies Institute. He has managed hundreds of national, state, and local campaigns on wage and labor issues, and he regularly provides counsel to executives at some of the country’s largest employers. Buzzfeed calls Mike “a powerful DC strategist,” and the New York Times profiled the “prominent” role his work plays in defeating workplace mandates.
Mike is a frequent contributor to the Wall Street Journal, and he was recognized by the American Association of Political Consultants as a member of the class of 2018’s “Top 40 under 40.” He serves on the board of several nonprofit organizations, including the California Business & Industrial Alliance.
Prior to Berman and Company, Mike was employed by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. He studied economics and political science at the University of Michigan. He lives in Northern Virginia with his family.
Event Essentials
Register, Sponsor, & Explore the VenueRegistration Information
Join us for an exclusive evening at the Massachusetts High Technology Council’s 2024 Annual Meeting. This invitation-only event is a unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders and gain insights into the future of tech in Massachusetts. Due to limited capacity, each member organization is limited to two (2) tickets, with the exception of certain sponsors. Please refer to the registration link provided in your email invitation to secure your spot.
Please contact Jenny Enfield at jenny@mhtc.org or 781.786.2686 with questions about registration.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Unlimited co-sponsorships are available, and the Presenting Sponsor slot is still open. For information on sponsorship opportunities and to confirm your sponsorship, please contact Sarah Anderson Brunelle at sarah@mhtc.org or 781.786.2688.
Special Offers for Current MHTC Sponsors
MassVision2050 and Mass Opportunity Alliance sponsors receive a 50% discount on up to two (2) tickets. Contact Sarah to receive your promo code.
About the Venue
Mooo…Seaport
Mooo…Seaport is a modern steakhouse located in the vibrant Fort Point neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts.
About The Library at Mooo…Seaport
The Library is the largest and sole room on our lower level, comfortably accommodating up to 70 guests for a seated dinner or 110 for a standing reception. This room has a full-service private bar, featuring a built-in Scotch collection, floor to ceiling fireplace, and a drop down 70” projector screen.
