How the MassBio Community Can Accelerate Positive Transportation Solutions for MA

January 28, 2020 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

MassBio, 300 Technology Square 8th Fl, Cambridge, MA 02139

Add to Calendar 1/28/2020 8:00:00 AM 1/28/2020 10:00:00 AM How the MassBio Community Can Accelerate Positive Transportation Solutions for MA

Earlier this year, MassBio released a report on the state of transportation in Massachusetts, detailing the results of a survey of 2,133 professionals who work in or support the life sciences. The report shows how transportation in Massachusetts is impacting the industry’s ability to recruit and retain talent. The verdict? We’re at a breaking point, as 60% of respondents said they’d change jobs for a better commute and nearly a quarter said they’ve considered moving to another state. We’re all aware of the transportation crisis in Massachusetts but not everyone knows the various activities proposed or underway to fix the problem. This includes efforts by companies to alleviate the commuting burden for employees, collaborations with like-minded entities in other industries, and support of local and statewide policies and legislation.

This MassBio forum will provide members with a better, more critical understanding of the state of transit in Massachusetts. Our panel, representing local and national associations, advocacy groups, and public agencies will highlight a transportation vision for MA, the current state of transit including challenges and opportunities, and positive solutions proposed or in the works. They’ll illuminate examples of how other parts of the country have addressed similar issues and will demonstrate how to empower companies to make smart transportation decisions and investments. Finally, there will be plenty of time for Q&A.

Our goal for participants is to leave feeling more informed, less frustrated, and inspired to act, armed with the knowledge to support relevant activities in your city, where you work, or on the state level.

Sponsored by MassBio's Safety, Environment & Facilities Operations (SEF) forum working group.

 MassBio, 300 Technology Square 8th Fl, Cambridge, MA 02139
Chief Operating Officer & Development Director, TransitMatters
Jarred Johnson joined TransitMatters as the organization’s first Chief Operating Officer and Development Director in February 2019. Prior to that he served as Project Manager for the Codman Square Neighborhood Development Corporation where he managed a variety of complex affordable housing real estate projects and supported organizing efforts for better service on the Fairmount Line. Before that, Jarred helped to start the “Love Your Block” mini-grant project and helped write the City of Boston’s first Volunteer Plan as a part of the Civic Engagement Office. He also has a wealth of grassroots organizing experience working on various presidential, state, and Cherokee tribal races. Jarred joined TransitMatters as a volunteer member in the summer of 2015 and has served on the Board since the fall of that year. Jarred holds B.A. in MassCommunications/Media Studies and a B.A. in Broadcast Journalism from Oklahoma City University and a Certificate in Nonprofit Management & Leadership and Nonprofit/Public/Organizational Management from Tufts University’s Institute for Nonprofit Practice.