Industry Group Directory

The 128 Innovation Capital Group has been meeting continuously for over 25 years, fulfilling its mission of fostering an environment where innovation flourishes. The 128 Innovation Capital Group provides the forum where entrepreneurs can meet investors, talented and experienced managers and service providers who will enable their organizations to become successful enterprises. At meetings, attendees are identified as Investors seeking new investment opportunities, entrepreneurs looking for investment in their ventures, management candidates searching for new opportunities or service providers looking to provide help and services to all.

128 Innovation Capital Group , 315 Lake St., Waltham, MA 02451
Phone: 617 306 2906
Email: annette@128icg.org

www.128icg.org

Established in 1998, ASAP is the only professional membership association dedicated to alliance formation.  ASAP's Objectives are to create a distinct professional identity for executives and managers of strategic alliances; set standards of professional performance in the formation and management of strategic alliances; support the professional development of its members by promoting education, communication and fellowship through training and educational programs, conferences, workshops and on-line exchanges; create awareness of the contributions of strategic alliances and strategic alliance professionals among corporate managers and executives and among the general public; sponsor, conduct, publish and disseminate research regarding advances and best practices in the field of strategic alliances and serve as a repository and exchange for resources to support the professional development of its members.

250 First Avenue, Suite 300 Needham, MA 02494
Email: info@strategic-alliances.org

www.strategic-alliances.org

The Association of Corporate Counsel is the in-house bar association, serving the professional needs of attorneys who practice in the legal departments of corporations and other private sector organizations worldwide. The association promotes the common interests of its members, contributes to their continuing education, seeks to improve understanding of the role of in-house attorneys, and encourages advancements in standards of corporate legal practice. Since its founding in 1982, the association has grown to more than 20,000 members in more than 58 countries who represent over 8,000 corporations, with 47 Chapters and 14 Committees serving the membership. Its members represent all of the Fortune 50 and Fortune 100 companies. Internationally, its members represent 42 of the Global 50 and 74 of the Global 100 companies.

1025 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 200, Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202 293 4103

www.acca.com/chapters/ne.php

The Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) is an individual- and company-based organization focused on mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and corporate growth. ACG Boston members include corporate executives, private equity and venture capital investors, investment bankers, and service professionals. Its mission of ACG Boston is to foster a networking community that enhances members' effectiveness by providing events and access to information on deal-flow and the capital markets.  More than 950 members cite ACG Boston as an indispensable source for networking in New England, as well as a center for excellence in all the disciplines related to deal-making.

301 Edgewater Place, Suite 214, Wakefield, MA 01880
Phone: 781 213 9990
Fax: 781 213 9111
Email: info@acgboston.orgwww.acgboston.org

Established in 1995, the Center for Women & Enterprise (CWE) is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping women start and grow their own businesses. CWE is a national leader among women's business development agencies. CWE's mission is to empower women to become economically self-sufficient and prosperous through entrepreneurship. CWE has served over 15,000 entrepreneurs. CWE offers education, training, technical assistance, women's business enterprise certification and access to both debt and equity capital to entrepreneurs at every stage of business development. As a non-profit, charitable organization, CWE provides scholarships for its services in order to serve all women, regardless of their ability to pay.

24 School Street, Suite 700, Boston, MA 02108
Phone: 617 536 0700
Fax: 617 536 7373
Email: info@cweonline.org

www.cweonline.org

The CFO RoundTable is the premier networking and educational forum for leading-edge financial executives. Membership is open to all financial executives, although most members are chief financial officers. Formed in 2006 by chief financial officers who wanted a forum where they could network with, learn from, and form friendships with like-minded financial executives, its mission is to provide peer-to-peer networking amongst financial executives. The group now consists of approximately 600 members and associate members who meet monthly a wide range of topics that impact CFOs, their employers, and their careers.

Email: jack@thecforoundtable.com

www.cweonline.org

Founded in 1991, The Entrepreneurs' Network has been instrumental in the formation of more than 25 companies, and its participants have conducted substantial business through networking. The IEEE Entrepreneurs' Network is a special interest group of the Boston Section of the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers), the world's largest professional organization with 375,000 members worldwide. The Boston Section provides nearly 20 meetings on technical and professional interest topics each month. Information on upcoming meetings and events is published monthly by the Boston Section of the IEEE in its newspaper The Reflector which is distributed to 17,000 IEEE members in the New England region. The Entrepreneurs' Network holds monthly meetings, in Waltham MA open to the public. We bring together over 100 CEOs' Entrepreneurs, Investors, Service Providers, and Management Team Candidates and provide the resources necessary to start and build companies. At each meeting experts speak in depth on subjects of interest to entrepreneurs, including: Business Plans; Raising Money; Legal Aspects of Business; Finances; Strategic Alliances; etc.

71 Oaks Road, Framingham, MA 01702
Phone: 508 872 1708
Email: m.chester@ieee.org

www.boston-enet.org

The EntreTech Forum consists of moderated monthly panel discussions on emerging academic research and the commercialization of this technology. It was designed for those interested in technology innovation and marketing collaboration and networking with fellow entrepreneurs, business and government executives, investors, and technology researchers. The technology-innovation presentations feature entrepreneurial and corporate accomplishments along commercialization pathways with discussions of tech transfer and technology incubation and research from universities, industry and government. The EntreTech Forum is an affiliate of Northeastern University's School of Technological Entrepreneurship (STE) and is directed by a governing board of business principals, investors, and researchers.

Emerging Enterprise Center at Foley Hoag
Bay Colony Corporate Center, 1000 Winter Street, Suite 4000, Waltham, MA 
Forum Chairman: Lawrence C. Grumer
Phone: 617 325 9852
Fax: 484 303 9852
Email: lgrumer@taacorp.com

www.entretechforum.org

The EBC, a nonprofit organization, was conceived in 1990 by environmental and energy company executives who began meeting on a regular basis to exchange ideas and share experiences. The EBC was the first organization in the United States established to support and foster the development of the environmental industry. With a goal is to enhance business and job growth of both established and emerging environmental and energy businesses., the EBC is committed to providing its members with an array of programs, information and networking opportunities to enable them to stay on the cutting edge of environmental and energy technologies, management and regulatory developments.

18 Tremont St., Ste. 402,  Boston, MA 02108-2301
Phone: 617 725 0207
Fax: 617 227 5532
Email: ebc@ebcne.org

www.ebcne.org

Consultants Network serves three constituencies: consulting members of the IEEE, business and industry, and the greater public. We work for the public good, the benefit of business, and we support our members by helping independent consultants in being more effective. IEEE Consultants Network holds regular forums that are free and open to the public, exploring specialist and general-interest topics ranging from specific advances in hardware, software, systems integration and protocols to relational skills, intellectual property law, technical writing, emerging regulations and policy. These meetings (sometimes co-sponsored with other societies) provide an excellent opportunity for long-term and new members and unaffiliated guests to coach and learn from each other, share professional and educational opportunities, and develop new alliances.

Phone: 781 344 0087
Email: vaughatj@ix.netcom.com

www.ieee.org

IMC New England is dedicated to supporting and promoting professional consultants in the regional area. As a chapter of the Institute of Management Consultants, their mission is to provide opportunities for our members to sharpen their skills, and to promote excellence in management consulting through skill development, business networking, and collaboration. As a collaborative community, IMCNE encourages members to ‘Get Smart, Get Known, Get Business.’ Learn new skills at monthly events and share experiences and networks, which leads to more business and improved service to our clients.

2025 M Street, NW, Suite 800, Washington, DC 20036 
Phone: 202 367 1134

www.imcusa.org/?page=IMCNE

The mission of the Boston Chapter, aligned with the IERG mission in general, is to foster professional and cultural enrichment between members whether actively in a professional/business activity or in transition, by stimulating their perspectives on a global arena with peers of a similar senior level, international experience and maturity. In addition to the evident professional and cultural enrichment, the ability to engage and access to a network of this exclusive caliber is considered by all members of supreme value.

Chairman, Diego M. Tebaldi
Email: dmtebaldi@yahoo.com

ISPE, the International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering, is the world's largest not-for-profit association dedicated to educating and advancing pharmaceutical manufacturing professionals and their industry. Founded in 1980, today ISPE serves 25,000 members in 90 countries. ISPE is an independent organization led by the world's top pharmaceutical manufacturing professionals. They provide an inviting and neutral environment for experts, technologists, regulators, consultants and students to exchange ideas and practical experience. As a vibrant community, ISPE's members work together to improve the industry, while helping each other make more educated decisions, more quickly than ever before.

411 Waverley Oaks Road, Suite 331B, Waltham, MA 02452
Phone :781 647 4773
Email: ispe@camihq.com

www.ispeboston.org/

The Massachusetts Biotechnology Council, founded in 1985, is a not-for-profit organization committed to advancing the development of critical new science, technology and medicines that benefit people worldwide. The Massachusetts Biotechnology Council is an association of more than 600 biotechnology companies, universities, academic institutions and others dedicated to advancing cutting edge research. It is the leading advocate for the Bay State's world premier life science cluster. It drives innovation by creating a forum for the biotechnology community to come together, educating the public and policy makers, influencing public policy and advancing the economic interests of individual companies, as well as the sector as a whole. Its mission is to foster a positive environment that enables each biotechnology company to achieve its full potential making Massachusetts a world center for biotechnology.

One Cambridge Center, Cambridge, MA 02142
Phone: 617 674 5100
Fax: 617 674.5101

The Massachusetts Hydrogen Coalition has been formed with the express purpose of expanding the hydrogen, fuel cell and related industries in Massachusetts. The Coalition is a membership based organization, incorporated in the State of Massachusetts in 2004. The Massachusetts Hydrogen Coalition’s mission is to accelerate the success of Massachusetts companies and organizations developing and deploying hydrogen, fuel cell and related technologies. The Coalition’s core emphasis is to expand the level of industrial activity associated with hydrogen and fuel cells in Massachusetts through funding, research and development, demonstration programs, education, partnering and incentives.

100 Cummings Center, Suite 326J, Beverly, MA 01915
Phone: 978 232 0080
Email: Brad@Velerity.com or LRohner@Velerity.com

The Massachusetts Network Communications Council supports voice and data communication companies as they build successful and growing businesses in Massachusetts and New England. By providing advocacy to the state and federal government, education about key technical and business trends, and visibility with customers, partners, and investors, the MassNetComms fosters entrepreneurship and growth in the telecom sector in Massachusetts. Through our successful workforce development activities, including a unique scholarship program for high school students in Massachusetts, we help ensure a vibrant and well-trained workforce in the region long-term.

230 Second Ave., Waltham, MA 02451
Phone: 781 684 0880
Fax: 781 684 0990
E-mail: info@massnetcomms.org

www.massnetcomms.org

The Massachusetts Technology Collaborative is the state’s development agency for renewable energy and the innovation economy, which is responsible for one-quarter of all jobs in the state. MTC administers the John Adams Innovation Institute and the Renewable Energy Trust. They work to stimulate economic activity in communities throughout the Commonwealth, using a collaborative approach to achieving the organization’s mission. MTC brings together leaders from industry, academia, and government to advance technology-based solutions that lead to economic growth and a cleaner environment in Massachusetts.

75 North Drive, Westborough, MA 01581
Phone: 508 870-0312
Email: mtc@masstech.org

www.masstech.org

The MTTC facilitates and accelerates technology transfer between research institutions and Massachusetts companies; promotes collaboration between research institutions and the Commonwealth's technology industry; assists in the growth of Massachusetts companies, including startups, by enhancing technological leadership; and supports regional and statewide economic development priorities.

333 South Street, Fourth Floor, Shrewsbury, MA 
Phone: 774 455 7277

MassMEDIC seeks to create a positive environment and united voice for the Massachusetts Medical Device Industry, and to implement collaborative initiatives which make Massachusetts the medical device research, development and manufacturing capital of the world. It develops programs and initiatives which improve the climate for business growth and increase the competitiveness of individual member companies and industry in national and international markets. Its objective is make Massachusetts the medical device research, development and manufacturing capital of the world through collaborative initiatives between and among the industry, our world-renowned universities and academic health centers, and Massachusetts State government.

715 Albany Street, TW1, Boston, MA 02118
Phone: 617 414 1340
Fax: 617 414 1344
Email: info@massmedic.com

www.massmedic.com

Formed by the powerful combination of Mass Software Council and New England Business and Technology Association, Inc., the organization is dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship and promoting the success of companies that develop and deploy technology across industry sectors. The Mass Technology Leadership Council accomplishes its mission by conducting educational programs and hosting signature events, facilitating networking between industry executives and potential partners, investors, and customers, sponsoring research on the industry, engaging in activities to enhance the quality and quantity of the next generation of technology professionals, advocating in favor of technology policies that promote innovation and entrepreneurship, and recognizing industry-leading companies and people.

20 Mall Road, Burlington, MA 01803
Phone: 781 993 9000
Fax: 617 993 9009

www.masstlc.org

The Medical Development Group (MDG) is a community of individuals professionally committed to the Medical Device and other Medical Technology Industry segments united by the belief that innovation and advances in technology lead to substantial improvements in health care. MDG's mission is to contribute to the continuing development of medical devices and other medical technologies by enhancing the professional development of its members, fostering and supporting entrepreneurial thinking, serving as a forum for exploration of new business opportunities, and promoting best practices in enterprise management. MDG pursues this mission through the organization of educational programs and forums: the facilitation of cross-disciplinary dialogue and collaboration; the creation of venues for networking and information sharing for current and aspiring professionals, clinicians, and entrepreneurs; and the development of alliances with complementary organizations.

Lisa Sasso, President
Email: lsasso@meddevgroup.org

www.meddevgroup.org

The MIT Enterprise Forum of Cambridge is a volunteer, non-profit organization based at MIT whose mission is to promote and strengthen the process of starting and growing innovative and technology-oriented companies by providing services and programs that educate, inform, and support the entrepreneurial community. The MIT Enterprise Forum of Cambridge is one of the 23 chapters of the MIT Enterprise Forum, Inc.

201 Vassar St. Bldg. W59-229, Cambridge, MA 02139
Phone: 617 253 8240
Fax: 617 258 0532
Email: mitefcmb@mit.edu

New England Chinese Information Networking Association (NECINA), a non-profit and non-political organization, was founded in March 1996 by a group of Chinese professionals from network computing industries. Originally serving the needs of professionals to advocate leading edge technologies and new business opportunities in these areas, it has now grown to become one of the best-run professional organizations in New England area covering diverse industries including software, telecommunications, networking, bio-infomatics, venture capital, finance, and law.

NECINA, P.O. Box 326 Andover, MA 01810
E-mail: info@necina.org

www.necina.org

The New England Clean Energy Council’s mission is to accelerate New England’s clean energy economy to global leadership by building an active community of stakeholders and a world-class cluster of clean energy companies. The Council represents a diverse set of stakeholders, including clean energy companies, venture investors, major financial institutions, local universities and colleges, industry associations, area utilities, labor and large commercial end-users. The Council’s ranks include 50 clean energy CEOs, representatives from most of the region’s top 10 law firms, and partners from over a dozen of the region's top venture capital firms (with a total of over $8 billion under management). Working with stakeholders, NECEC develops and executes a wide array of programs in five key focus areas: Innovation, Growth, Education and Training, Adoption, & Policy.

20 University Road, Suite 450, Cambridge, MA 02138
Phone: 617 234 7048
Email: tfields@cleanenergycouncil.org

www.cleanenergycouncil.org

In technology and the life sciences there are many academic collaborations among their respective institutions. The NEIBC aims to build on these strong ties and increase economic development in Israel and New England by fostering cooperation, investment opportunities and business relationships. The NEIBC provides a variety of formal and informal venues for networking, for making connections between Israel and New England people and companies - and for seeking advice on doing business in these two regions. It hosts numerous well attended meetings featuring prestigious speakers.

120 Wells Avenue, Newton, MA 02459
Phone: 617 610 0077
Fax: 617 663 6510
Email: info@neibc.org

www.neibc.org

Established and run by venture capital investors in New England, NEVCA is the region's premier organization for the venture capital industry. NEVCA’s mission is to promote venture capital investing and entrepreneurship in New England. NEVCA represents the interests of venture capital firms with investment initiatives in New England to promote economic growth throughout the region. With more than 700 venture capital professionals from 100 firms, our members collectively manage more than $50 billion in capital.

Nancy Saucier, Executive Director
Phone: 978 840 6411
Fax: 617 595 8760

www.newenglandvc.org

Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships (NEEP) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1996 whose mission is to promote the efficient use of energy in homes, buildings and industry in the Northeast United States. It is NEEP's vision that the Northeast will become a national role model by investing in energy efficiency policies and programs as the basis of a sustainable energy policy, a vibrant economy, and a healthy environment. NEEP's Annual Summit provides a regional forum to explore energy efficiency program and policy trends while facilitating partnership and strategic alliances that support and advance energy efficiency across the Northeast.

Five Militia Drive, Lexington, Massachusetts 02421-4713
Phone: 781 860 9177
Fax: 781 860 9178
Email: info@neep.org

www.neep.org

REBN is an informal network of renewable energy professionals. We organize events for members - from casual networking functions and learning/discussion sessions, to hands-on activities such as field trips to local renewable energy companies. REBN-Boston was launched in 2007. Our mission is to provide a networking and educational forum for business-minded professionals interested in clean and renewable energy. We provide learning and professional development opportunities with a particular focus on entrepreneurs, potential entrepreneurs and angel investors.

Email: rob@ventures.com

Founded in 1976, The Boston Club is the area's largest organization of high-achieving senior executive and professional women committed to developing, promoting and recognizing women leaders. The Boston Club provide a forum for business, professional, and community leaders to meet, network, offer mutual support, grow professionally and collectively assert influence in their communities.

P. O. Box 1126, Marblehead, MA 01945
Phone: 781 639 8002
Fax: 781 639 7712
E-mail: info@TheBostonClub.com

www.thebostonclub.com

TCN's network consists of entrepreneurs on their way, entrepreneurs who have lessons and talents to offer and investors who may have themselves drifted across the entrepreneurial line. The network includes vital resources such as TCN Sponsors, whose services are essential to the growth and maturity of businesses, and Affiliate Organizations, whose membership provide another avenue for effective business networking. Of course, angel investors are key to the success of many entrepreneurial ventures not only for the capital they infuse but for their acumen and connections in the network. Current angel investors as well as those who want to learn what angel investment is about are all part of TCN. TCN's network actively supports the entrepreneurial spirit that energizes and distinguishes our economy from others in the world.  

30 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA 02481
Email: mail@thecapitalnetwork.org

www.thecapitalnetwork.org

A non-profit organization, the Commonwealth Institute's mission is to support women CEO's, entrepreneurs and senior corporate executives by helping them grow their businesses and careers. The cornerstone of their approach is peer mentoring. Interaction with other entrepreneurs who have faced the challenges building businesses is one of the most effective modes of learning. The goal of The Commonwealth Institute is to reach women in the critical stages of their businesses and to provide them with the tools and resources they need to grow successful companies. Over the past 10 years TCI has helped thousands of women grow their companies. With chapters in both Massachusetts and South Florida (and more locations to come), they are one of the premiere organizations in the country solely dedicated to advancing the careers of both women business owners and senior executives.

10 High Street, Suite 1002, Boston, MA 02110
Phone: 617 859 0080
Fax: 617 262 3777
Email: agorman@commonwealthinstitute.org

www.commonwealthinstitute.org

Over a decade since TiE Boston was founded, the organization now stands at an important inflection point. Just like how our business organizations go through a lifecycle, TiE Boston is also transitioning into its next stage. Sharpening our focus on fundamentals, improving our membership and interactions, keen governance, and good positioning are paramount. We have the needed effective leadership to take us into the next phase of organizational development. As we face challenges and opportunities ahead, the fundamentals of entrepreneurship will lie at the center of our work. Building enterprises entrepreneurially remains our lifeblood. TiE's core competency is not just our attendee list and events organization capability, but an engine in which entrepreneurs can get connected and find themselves creating enterprises. We will utilize our intimate experience as entrepreneurs to define our future path. We would foster discussions where our mission shines through. TiE has remarkable members working in this remarkable community. Our personal investment in time, spirit, and heart is bound to create years ahead of us full of excitement. I welcome you to the future of TiE Boston.

76 Blanchard Road, Burlington, MA 01803
Phone: 781 272 3875
Fax: 781 272 3880
Email: tieadmin@tie-boston.org

 

 

www.tie-boston.org

The Turnaround Management Association is the only international non-profit association dedicated to corporate renewal and turnaround management. Its international headquarters is in Chicago. Established in 1988, TMA has nearly 9,000 members in 45 chapters, including 32 in North America , and one each in Australia, Brazil, the Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Southern Africa, Spain, Taiwan and the UK, with a chapter in formation in China. TMA members are a professional community of turnaround and corporate renewal professionals who share a common interest in strengthening the economy through the restoration of corporate value.

150 South Wacker Drive, Suite 900, Chicago, Il 60606
Phone: 312 578 6900
Fax: 312 578 8336
Email: info@turnaround.org

www.tmanortheast.org

WEST is a nonprofit organization for women in science and technology who are existing entrepreneurs, aspiring entrepreneurs, and those who want to become innovative leaders and enhance their professional and personal development.  Women who develop entrepreneurial thinking take risks, learn how to solve problems in compelling new ways, and lead others to success. Its goal is to inspire women in science and technology to achieve accomplishments and recognition in their organizations and have impact in their communities. WEST provides women with an opportunity to leave a legacy by connecting with others who are invested in sharing their expertise to improve the status of women and their essential work in science and technology.

Foley Hoag LLP, 155 Seaport Blvd, 11th Floor, Boston MA, 02210
Phone: 978 254 2036
Fax: 641 453 3086
Email: info@WESTorg.org

www.westorg.org

The WPI Venture Forum serves entrepreneurs seeking to start their own technology-based business. We also serve sponsors, service providers, and investors (seeking pre-startup and early stage technology opportunities) by providing knowledge through programs and a venue in which to network.

WPI Venture Forum activities include Monthly Programs and a concurrent Newsletter, free Networking Events, a weekly Radio Program, an annual Breakfast event, and an annual Business Plan Contest. Our membership consists of entrepreneurs, investors, service providers, researchers, inventors, and WPI faculty, alumni, and students.

100 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 01609
Phone: 508 831 5075
Email: ventureforum@wpi.edu

www.wpiventureforum.org

Young Professionals in Energy (“YPE”) is a non-profit energy industry networking organization with over 10,000 members worldwide.  YPE is dedicated to providing a forum for networking and career development for professionals in the global energy industry. YPE runs a year-round calendar of events in 20 chapters around the world.  YPE aims to facilitate the advancement of young professionals in the energy industry around the world through social, educational and civic service oriented events.  The desired outcome of YPE is to foster an environment where members can learn from each other’s experiences, share industry knowledge and discuss career matters. 

Phone: 617 429 8314
Email: andrew.becker@ypenergy.org

www.ypenergy.org