A Night to Remember at the New England Council’s Centennial Celebration
On October 20, 2025, more than 1,800 business, academic, non-profit, and government leaders from across the region gathered at Encore Boston Harbor to celebrate the 100th anniversary of The New England Council—the nation’s oldest regional business association. The Centennial Celebration marked a historic milestone for the organization and highlighted a century of connections and collaboration that continue to shape New England’s economic and civic landscape.
Honoring a Century of Leadership
The evening’s highlight was the presentation of the Centennial Awards, recognizing several prominent leaders for their extraordinary contributions to New England’s economy and quality of life. The Council also presented its inaugural Rising Star Awards, honoring emerging leaders who represent the next generation of innovation and service in our region. The event captured the spirit of The New England Council’s past, present, and future—celebrating 100 years of leadership and looking ahead to the next century of collaboration.