Director of Business Strategies
Listed on 2026-01-31
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Business
Business Management, Corporate Strategy, Business Analyst, Business Administration -
Management
Business Management, Corporate Strategy, Business Analyst, Business Administration
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Job Description - Director of Business Strategies (260000K6)
Job Description
Director of Business Strategies - ( 260000K6 )
Description
About the Organization:
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Executive Office of Economic Development (EOED) supports economic growth by fostering business development, infrastructure investment, industry advancement, and consumer confidence. EOED operates through nine state agencies and five quasi-public agencies (QPAs) that deliver essential public programs and services.
EOED supports economic growth across Massachusetts through its network of agencies and partnerships, promoting business innovation, infrastructure investment, and consumer protection. The office embraces a culture of equity, inclusion, and collaboration—values that inform all aspects of its work.
The Executive Office of Economic Development is committed to creating and sustaining a work culture that is welcoming, inclusive, and mutually respectful to all its employees regardless of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran or disability status. We strive to reflect diversity in all facets and levels of our agency.
The Executive Office of Economic Development values inclusiveness and diversity within their employee and management teams. Within our community we strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
The Executive Office of Economic Development is committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected, valued, and empowered to maximize their skills and talents to serve our citizens.
About the Role:
The Director of Business Strategies is a senior management position within the Executive Office of Economic Development and is responsible for leading, developing, and implementing key economic development policies, programs, and strategic initiatives that support statewide business growth and competitiveness. Reporting to the Deputy Undersecretary, the Director exercises substantial independent judgment in shaping policy direction, establishing program priorities, and ensuring effective execution across the Business Strategies portfolio.
This position serves as a key decision-maker for initiatives including international business development talent attraction and retention; building strong workforce pathways to support employer needs; and promoting alternative business structures. The role works closely with the Massachusetts Office of Business Development and the Center for Employee Ownership and plays a central role in aligning policy, fiscal resources, and personnel to advance Secretariat goals.
The Director develops and refines policy frameworks, evaluates program effectiveness, and determines when policy or operational changes are necessary to respond to economic conditions, statutory requirements, and executive priorities.
The Director works closely with the Undersecretary, Secretary, EOED agencies, quasi-public partners, and external stakeholders to coordinate cross-Secretariat strategies and implement high-impact economic development initiatives. Through leadership in strategic planning, policy formulation, and program execution, the position directly supports the Commonwealth’s mission to promote sustainable economic growth, workforce development, and business expansion across Massachusetts.
Duties and Responsibilities: (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):
- Policy Development, Strategic Planning, and Portfolio Leadership: The Director of Business Strategies exercises independent authority to develop, draft, revise, and finalize business development and economic growth policy frameworks within the Business Strategies portfolio. This includes initiatives related to international business development talent attraction and retention; building strong workforce pathways to support employer needs; promoting alternative business structures; and overseeing work in coordination with the Massachusetts Office of Business…
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