Initial findings of MassVision2050 underscore the critical demand in Massachusetts for a workforce and talent pipeline equipped with 21st-century technical skills, a need that has never been greater. On top of that, the rapid evolution of technology and technical skills further widens skills and opportunity gaps among residents.

The Massachusetts High Technology Council and its members are dedicated to expanding opportunities for all Massachusetts residents by fostering sustainable partnerships throughout the talent development pipeline. Our goal is twofold: to ensure that businesses in Massachusetts have the talent they need to succeed and to attract and retain new businesses and jobs by tapping into the richly skilled and diverse pool of talent within the state. Simultaneously, this effort seeks to make the opportunities created by tech-driven industries widely visible and accessible to every resident.

Aligned with these objectives, the Council supports policies that foster sustained collaboration between businesses and education. Our advocacy aims to increase student access to career pathways and opportunities in the innovation economy by ensuring a seamless connection between education and industry.

This integrated approach actively drives opportunity and social mobility, creating a more inclusive and thriving environment throughout the Commonwealth.

The High Tech Council is committed to working with policymakers to protect and enhance Massachusetts’ competitive strengths to accelerate capital investment and job creation while expanding opportunities for all. Through collaborations with leaders from government, industry, and academia, our efforts seek to elevate the quality of life for Massachusetts residents and harness the invaluable contributions of innovation sector employers to fortify the economic well-being and fiscal health of the Commonwealth.