Celebrate the Power of Inclusive Economic Growth.
Every year, AIM honors companies or individuals who have made an extraordinarily impact on the Commonwealth with the 2022 Vision, Gould & Latimer Awards. These three prestigious awards honor Massachusetts businesses that have made unique contributions to the economy of the commonwealth, changed the quality of public education, or have demonstrated actionable commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Fostering Inclusive Economic Growth
Hundreds of business leaders gathered to honor the unique role of the private sector in creating economic prosperity and a better life for the people of Massachusetts.
Andrew Dreyfus, President and CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
AIM's 2022 Vision Award Winner
“AIM is pleased to honor Andrew Dreyfus, President & CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts for his 12 years as Chief Executive of Blue Cross Blue Shield and for a career that has benefitted the Massachusetts economy and improved the quality of life throughout the commonwealth,” – John R. Regan, President and Chief Executive Officer , AIM.
Massachusetts Port Authority
AIM's 2022 Lewis Latimer Award Winner
The Massachusetts Port Authority developed an initiative that resulted in the construction of the $550 million Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport in 2018-2021 by one of the most diverse groups of builders and developers in the city’s history. The project became so successful that it has been dubbed “The Massport Model”.
Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology
AIM's 2022 John Gould Award Winner
Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology (BFCI) provided a conduit for economic opportunity to young people who might not otherwise have access to higher education. Many of BFCI’s 400 students are from low-income households; fifty-seven percent are first-generation college students; 99 percent receive financial aid;