MASSHIRE BOSTON WORKFORCE BOARD
The Boston Private Industry Council (PIC) and MassHire Boston Workforce Board is excited to announce that Michael O’Neill—a Boston business, civic, and education leader—has stepped into the role of Executive Director as of January 2026. O’Neill succeeds Neil Sullivan, a longtime leader in workforce development and youth employment, who served as executive director of the PIC for more than three decades.
MassHire Boston is your trusted workforce partner, connecting jobseekers with employment opportunities and helping businesses find top talent. As part of the statewide MassHire network, the MassHire Boston Workforce Board oversees workforce development in the region and charters two career centers, MassHire Downtown Boston and MassHire Boston ABCD. Jobseekers can access career counseling, job search assistance, and skills training at our centers. Whether you’re looking for a job or hiring, we’re here to help.
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Regional Planning Blueprint
We are pleased to share the Regional Planning Blueprint, which provides a comprehensive analysis of the labor supply in the Greater Boston area, covering the three Workforce Development Areas (WDAs) of Boston, Metro North, and Metro South/West.
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About MassHire Boston Workforce Board
The Boston MassHire Workforce Board, operated by the Boston Private Industry Council (PIC), connects jobseekers with employment opportunities and helps businesses find skilled talent. As part of the statewide MassHire network, the board designs workforce strategies and oversees MassHire Boston Career Centers to meet the region’s hiring needs.
MassHire Programs & Services are partially funded by the US Department of Labor (USDOL) Employment and Training Administration grants. Additional details furnished upon request.