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Economy | Technology

AI: Golden Age or End of the World?

By Brooke Thomson President & CEO Does artificial intelligence signal a golden age for the economy or the…

Black History Month Also Points to Future in Massachusetts

The arrival of Black History Month in February reminds us of the important role that Black-owned businesses have…

Business Confidence | Economy | Massachusetts

Business Confidence Remains Unchanged in January

Business confidence was virtually unchanged during January as Massachusetts employers remained pessimistic for an 11th consecutive month. The…

Associated Industries of Massachusetts

AIM Elects Nine to Board of Directors; Two Join Executive Committee

Nine Massachusetts business leaders representing industries from construction to technology have been elected to serve as members of…

Human Resources | Workforce

Ask the Helpline: How Can We Build Employee Confidence and Retain Young Talent?

Question: We’re struggling to attract and retain younger employees. Many seem hesitant to speak up, unsure about their…

Employment Law | Human Resources

Snow Days, Closures, and Pay: What HR Needs to Know

Winter weather can force offices to close or send employees home early. When that happens, pay rules depend…

Budget | Tax & Finances

What is in the Governor’s Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget?

By Sam Larson  Vice President, Government Affairs  The Healey-Driscoll administration on Thursday unveiled a Fiscal Year 2027 budget proposal that “invests in key programs that…

Economy | Massachusetts | Public Policy

Governor Emphasizes Affordability in Speech to AIM

Governor Maura Healey reminds AIM President and CEO Brooke Thomson, a native of Kansas City, which team is…

Economic Development | Energy | International

AIM Members Make the Connection on Hydropower

By Brooke Thomson President & CEO Massachusetts electricity customers received a jolt of good news on January 16…

Energy | Public Policy | Tax & Finances

The Busy Intersection of Business and Policy for 2026

By Brooke Thomson President & CEO The intersection of business and government in Massachusetts is shaping up to…

Associated Industries of Massachusetts | Business Confidence | Economy

Business Confidence Declines at Year-End

Massachusetts employers weren’t in a very festive mood for the holidays as business confidence ended 2025 in pessimistic…

Associated Industries of Massachusetts

AIM Announces Key Promotions

Associated Industries of Massachusetts (AIM) has announced two key staff promotions as the statewide business association prepares to…

AIM Members | Transportation

New General Manager Takes Helm at Steamship Authority

The Woods Hole, Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket Steamship Authority, a longtime member of AIM, has for 65 years…

Business Management | Human Resources | Workforce

Ask the Helpline: When Coaching Alone Isn’t Working, Is Discipline the Right Next Step?

Question We have a manager dealing with an employee who isn’t meeting expectations. Coaching conversations have happened, but…

Employment Law | Human Resources | Tax & Finances

Massachusetts Delays PFML Tax Withholding and Reporting Changes Following New IRS Guidance

On December 19, 2025, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued IRS Notice 2026-6, extending the federal transition period…

Business Management | Human Resources | Workforce

Employers Confront Shifting Workplace

Massachusetts employers are navigating a rapidly shifting workplace landscape shaped by economic uncertainty, new regulatory mandates, and evolving…

Associated Industries of Massachusetts | Business Confidence | Economy

Employers: Help Us Track the Economy

By Brooke Thomson President & CEO One of our most important roles at Associated Industries of Massachusetts is to…

Business Confidence | Economy

Business Confidence Rebounds in November

Business confidence rebounded in November as a resilient economy muted employer concerns about everything from tariffs to the…

Associated Industries of Massachusetts | Economic Development | Public Policy

That’s a Wrap – 2025 Was Unique Year for Massachusetts Business

By Brooke Thomson President and CEO The year 2025 has been unlike any in recent memory for the…

Employment Law | Human Resources | Workforce

Ask the Helpline: How Can We Keep Our Holiday Party Fun and Compliant?

Question Our company is hosting a holiday party this year, and leadership wants it to be a big…

Employment Law | Human Resources | Workforce

Massachusetts Paid Family & Medical Leave Updates for 2025–2026

At a recent AIM Human Resource Roundtable, the Director of the Department of Family and Medical Leave (DFML)…