LAWRENCE — The Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce hosted its Annual State Representatives Luncheon on Oct. 5 at Salvatore’s Function Facility in Lawrence.
The event brought together business leaders, community members, and elected officials for an important discussion on issues impacting businesses and communities throughout the Merrimack Valley and across the Commonwealth.
The program featured Massachusetts House Ways & Means Chairman Aaron Michlewitz, who discussed key issues affecting the Commonwealth and its business community.
The luncheon also included participation from several members of the Massachusetts House of Representatives, including state Reps. Frank Moran, Ryan Hamilton, Adrianne Ramos, Estela Reyes, and Andy Vargas.
The annual event provided chamber members and area business leaders with an opportunity to hear directly from state officials, gain insight into legislative matters, and strengthen relationships between the business community and state government.
Bank honored for disability efforts
BOSTON — As part of its National Disability Employment Awareness Month Celebration, the Massachusetts Permanent Commission on the Status of Persons with Disabilities has named Eastern Bank its 2026 Large Organization Honoree.
Kathy Henry, executive vice president and general counsel of Eastern Bank, said “it is part of how we attract and retain great people, and it contributes meaningfully to how we make an impact in serving our customers and communities across Massachusetts and beyond.”
Eastern Bank, with branches in Andover, North Andover, Lawrence and Salem, N.H., recognizes the importance of belonging in the workplace and is committed to building a workplace where every colleague has the opportunity to contribute fully and grow their career.
Eastern’s employee benefits are designed to be inclusive, accessible and reflective of a range of both employee and caregiver needs and experiences.
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