Economic inclusion drives equitable access to economic opportunities, fosters innovation, and strengthens the community by creating a diverse and resilient economy. By prioritizing economic inclusion, businesses can tap into underserved markets, increase their competitive edge, and enhance talent pipelines by hiring from a broader range of backgrounds. This, in turn, supports sustainable growth and promotes consumer trust and loyalty. Furthermore, inclusive economic policies help address systemic barriers, ensuring that all members—regardless of size, industry, location, or background—can fully participate in and benefit from economic activities. These policies ultimately reinforce the organization’s commitment to building a fairer, more inclusive economy and elevate its reputation as a leader in ethical business practices.


Sarah Mills
Vice President of Government Affairs

smills@aimnet.org


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Policy Priorities


Expanding Resources for Untapped Talent Pools  

AIM supports policies and initiatives that provide pathways to employment for untapped talent pools including but not limited to formerly incarcerated and justice-involved individuals, immigrants, persons with disabilities and neurodivergence, veterans, and skill-based individuals. This includes supporting tax incentives for businesses that actively recruit and hire diverse applicants. 

Supporting Small and Minority-Owned Businesses   

AIM supports policies and state funding that ensure minority-owned and small businesses have equitable access to workforce training resources, technical assistance, and most importantly growth capital, particularly policies that aim to close the racial capital gap.  

Highlighting Regional Diversity  

AIM keeps a regional equity lens throughout all of our policy work and ensures that our members outside of the Greater Boston Area also have a seat at the table and that their unique needs are considered when discussing issues like transportation, healthcare, housing, and much more.