Governor Baker Moderates Digital Health Discussion at U.S.- Israel Growth Summit

Governor Baker Moderates Digital Health Discussion at U.S.- Israel Growth Summit

TEL AVIV – Governor Charlie Baker today moderated a discussion between Athena Health CEO and President, Jonathan Bush, and Optum Inc. CEO, Larry Renfro, entitled “From Startup to Fortune 500 Digital Health Company in the USA” at the U.S.-Israel Growth Summit held at Tel Aviv University. The U.S.-Israel Growth Summit brings an unprecedented number of CEOs, CIOs, government officials, and higher education officials together with Israeli digital health and cybersecurity businesses of all sizes for the first time ever. 

“Our administration is committed to investing in the revolutionary technologies that will underpin the next generation of digital health developments,” said Governor Baker. “Showcasing two very successful members of the Massachusetts digital health economy and highlighting our talent pool, innovative economy, investment opportunities, and collaborative environment before the Israeli business community was a tremendous opportunity.” 

“Together with Governor Baker and the members of the Massachusetts Digital Health Council, we are looking forward to exploring the enormous technological innovations taking place in Israel and across other geographic and market sectors,” said Jonathan Bush, CEO of athenahealth, “Massachusetts continues to be a breeding ground for healthcare talent and breakthroughs. Now, as we experience the effects of networks and the power of the cloud – we have the opportunity to blend our existing knowledge with global technology expertise and capabilities to drive new levels of clinical and financial performance across the healthcare industry."

“We know from experience that bringing Israeli and Bay State leaders together, face to face, is a critically important means of forging strong bonds and real, bilateral economic engagement over the long term,” said Dan Trajman, CEO of the New England Israel Business Council. “Our mission's particular focus on digital health is a testament to the many synergies and opportunities presented by innovators in Israel and Massachusetts that are making tremendous strides in this field."

The half-day conference showcased Massachusetts’ burgeoning digital health and cybersecurity industries. In January, the Governor announced a comprehensive public-private initiative aimed at making Massachusetts the national leader in digital health. Massachusetts’ existing strength in medical devices, information technology, health care delivery, the life sciences, and insurance, combined with the region’s research leadership in emerging fields like big data, advanced materials, and the internet of things, puts the Commonwealth Massachusetts in a unique position to capitalize on the technological convergence trends that are creating digital health. 

Earlier this year, Bloomberg and the Milken Institute named Massachusetts the most innovative state in the country and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce ranked Boston as the place best positioned to lead the digital economy.

A strong cybersecurity underpinning is also necessary for digital health to reach its potential. Home to thirty-five of the most innovative cybersecurity companies in the country and several advanced academic programs focused on the topic, Massachusetts is a natural partner and presents tremendous opportunity for Israeli companies seeking foreign customers or a location to grow to scale outside of their country. More than 200 Israeli-founded businesses already operate in greater Boston, generating $9.3 billion worth of revenue, which accounted for 4% of the state’s GDP in 2015.

Cybersecurity is a foundational piece for Massachusetts’ larger emerging technology economy. The Commonwealth’s researchers and employers are advancing a world where many daily functions, from using a medical device, to self-driving cars, to heavy industrial machinery, are wired to the internet and in need of electronic security.

The Summit was organized by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Economic Mission to Israel, led by Governor Baker and the Blavatnik Interdisciplinary Cyber Research Center, with an aim on connecting the Israeli digital health and cybersecurity businesses ecosystem with high-ranking members of the delegation. Several topics were discussed throughout the Summit in addition to cybersecurity and digital health, including: U.S. market access, emerging trends, industry challenges, the investment landscape, and opportunities for growth. 

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MAYOR MARTIN J. WALSH, HUD DEPUTY SECRETARY NANI COLORETTI ANNOUNCE $30 MILLION GRANT TO REVITALIZE WHITTIER STREET HOUSING DEVELOPMENT

HUD Choice Neighborhood Grant to bring community investment to Lower Roxbury

BOSTON - Monday, December 12, 2016 - Mayor Martin J. Walsh today joined U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Deputy Secretary Nani Coloretti, the Boston Housing Authority, Department of Neighborhood Development, Preservation of Affordable Housing, Madison Park Development Corporation, elected officials, and Whittier Street housing development residents to announce a $30 million federal grant to support the revitalization of Roxbury's Whittier Street housing development and the surrounding neighborhood. "As we shape Boston's growth, we must make sure our progress benefits everyone, especially long-term residents of the City," said Mayor Walsh. "I'm extraordinarily proud of the dedication of our partners who have come together to create a brighter future for the residents of Whittier Street and the surrounding neighborhood. We are so grateful for President Obama's leadership, for our strong working relationship with HUD, our Congressional delegation who worked hard to bring us to this day and of course, all of our community partners and the Whittier residents, who have been absolutely critical in working toward this grant." "These game-changing investments will breathe new life into our neighborhoods and offer real opportunities for the families who call these communities home," said HUD Secretary Julián Castro. "What we do today will leverage private investment and bear fruit for generations of families looking for an opportunity to thrive in neighborhoods that are connected to the economic and social fabric of their communities." The Boston Housing Authority (BHA) and the Department of Neighborhood Development (DND) worked collectively to submit a second Choice Neighborhoods application for $30 million to redevelop the Whittier public housing development and the surrounding neighborhood. A crucial element of this project was the Boston Planning and Development Agency's (BPDA) work to certify the land use approvals for the planned development, which means that no further zoning or land use approvals are required to move forward with this project. HUD created the Choice Neighborhoods Initiative to transform neighborhoods and link housing improvements with appropriate services, schools, public assets, transportation and access to jobs. In 2011, Boston was one of just five cities nationwide to receive one of the first-ever HUD Choice Neighborhoods Initiative Implementation grants.  The Whittier Street grant marks Boston's second Choice Neighborhoods grant. "This is great news for the City of Boston and the Lower Roxbury neighborhood. The Choice Neighborhoods federal grant will help transform the Whittier Street Housing Development by renovating existing affordable housing units and creating additional housing opportunities. This federal investment will also have an impact on job creation and the local economy. I appreciate HUD's support for the City's revitalization plan," stated Congressman Mike Capuano.   "This grant helps us to continue our commitment of providing healthy, safe, and accessible affordable housing to the residents that live within the Whittier corridor," said BHA Administrator Bill McGonagle. "Every family in public housing deserves access, opportunity and the chance to strive for excellence. We believe this grant allows for these things to take place." The Whittier Street housing development  is part of the larger neighborhood of Roxbury, with an area of roughly one square mile and 2,418 households. Built in 1953, Whittier Street is over sixty years old, and the HUD Choice Neighborhood grant will allow the property to be updated to fit with the current mixed-use neighborhood. The plan for the Whittier community, driven by the goals of the Choice Neighborhoods program, encompasses three areas of focus and strategy: Neighborhood, Housing and People. The $30-million Choice Neighborhoods Initiative grant will leverage an additional $260 million in private and public funds for commercial and residential development and public facilities in the Whittier neighborhood.

Massachusetts & Israeli Organizations Sign Cybersecurity Agreement

Massachusetts & Israeli Organizations Sign Cybersecurity Agreement

Agreement between MassTech and CyberSpark Will Drive Joint Research, Training, and Academic Exchanges Between Global Cyber Hubs

TEL AVIV – During a stop on Governor Charlie Baker’s Economic Development Mission to Israel, economic development leaders took part in the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative and Israel’s CyberSpark, a non-profit private organization focused on the promotion of the unique cybersecurity ecosystem in and around Be’er-Sheva, Israel, which includes a combination of academic, industry, and government resources. The MOU was signed during a lunchtime meeting in Tel Aviv which was attended by CyberSpark’s leadership team and executives from many of the leading cybersecurity firms in the country.

“Massachusetts and Israel each maintain highly skilled workforces, eager investors, and innovative economies that make us natural partners ready to lead on the future of cybersecurity,” said Governor Charlie Baker. “I want to congratulate MassTech Collaborative and CyberSpark on today’s agreement. The Commonwealth looks forward to the shared success your collaboration will bring to development, research, and training related to cybersecurity.”

The memorandum was officially signed by MassTech CEO Tim Connelly and CyberSpark CEO Roni Zehavi on behalf of their organizations and will focus on several potential key areas of collaboration, including:  

·       Applied research projects focused on healthcare technology-related cyber issues;  

·       Roundtables to discuss emerging trends in technology, policy, and regulation;

·       Practical trainings for students in the cybersecurity fields in both regions; and

·       Visits of delegations consisting of representatives from academia, industry, and the political arena to campuses in both regions.

“We’re excited to kick off our partnership with CyberSpark, so that we can find ways to identify and neutralize emerging threats to these critical systems,” stated Tim Connelly, CEO of MassTech. “The focus on cybersecurity in the health care space builds on our work with the Governor on the Massachusetts Digital Health Initiative and it highlights the growing importance of protecting connected technologies such as electronic health records, in-home monitors, and diagnostic tools.” 

The signing of the cooperation agreement solidified ties between two regions known for their global leadership in the field of cybersecurity. On Cybersecurity Ventures list of the emerging companies in the field, called the “Cybersecurity 500,” Massachusetts was represented by 34 companies and Israel by 26 firms.   During the event, the collaboration between academic and research institutions in both Massachusetts and Israel was promoted. The Commonwealth is home to 30 cybersecurity degree programs located at 18 universities, colleges, and community colleges; 4 NSA Centers of Excellence; 15 dedicated Security Research Centers; and 13 leading University/Non-Profit research centers.

“We look forward to collaborating with MassTech on the ‘Cybersecurity for Healthcare’ frontier,” stated Roni Zehavi, CEO of CyberSpark. “The MOU is an excellent platform to seed and grow joint projects and the exchange of know-how, thus maximizing the proven values and assets available to both CyberSpark and Massachusetts around the venues of technology, research, human capital and regulation.” 

CyberSpark was created to advance research and development of cyber solutions in

Beer-Sheva, Israel. Prior to his role with CyberSpark, CEO Roni Zehavi spent over a decade as an entrepreneur in the high-tech space, integrating innovative and multidisciplinary technologies into commercial products. An experienced engineer and aviator, Zehavi’s focus on cybersecurity is built on his experiences in aeronautics, 3D applications, and education software.

紐英崙至孝篤親公所選出首名女主席鄺陳珮珊

紐英崙至孝篤親公所元老，前排左起，陳仕維，陳家驊，陳毓璇，

陳建立，以及本屆當選職員，左起，陳余寶愛，陳志成，陳單鳳琴，

余陳佩珍，陳珮珊，陳文棟，陳台榮，陳偉民。(周菊子攝)

(Boston Orange 周菊子波士頓報導)紐英崙至孝篤親公所今(11)日下午締造歷史紀錄，在年度職員改選中，選出公所成立93年以來的第一位女主席，鄺陳文珊。

紐英崙至孝篤親公所今日從早上10點至下午3點，在位於夏利臣街的公所會址，辦理年度職員選舉。雖然11個職位各都只有1人參選，所有候選人都會等額當選，但至孝篤親公所宗親們還是很認真的辦理投票事宜，1000多名登記在冊的會員，也有逾百人出席投票。宗親會的元老，議長們，包括陳家驊，陳天佐，陳滋源，陳建立等都很認真的監票，開票，唱票。開票時，現場有廿，三十名宗親。

卸任主席陳偉民(右起)和新任主席鄺陳文珊歡迎副主席陳文棟致詞。
(周菊子攝)

選舉結果，各職位及當選人依序為，主席鄺陳文珊，副主席陳文棟，中文書記雷陳秀珍，英文書記陳志成，財政余陳佩珍，核數陳台榮，歷山寄盧青年部主任陳余寶愛，歷山寄盧青年部副主任胡衛正，庶務陳珊珊，婦女部主任陳單鳳琴，婦女部副主任鄔陳家潔。

廿，三十名宗親堅守到最後的開票時刻。(周菊子攝)

在當選為正主席之前，鄺陳文珊和陳偉民搭檔，已做了兩年副主席，對公所事務相當熟悉。她坦言出來為宗親，社區服務，的確很花時間，但從中收穫的親情，友情，以及有助於人的快樂，卻讓人樂此不疲。過去這幾年，她從共事的宗親們身上，學到許多做人做事的方法，原則，心裏十分感激。

鄺陳文珊是出生在康州，二，三歲時才隨家人遷居麻州的ABC。從班特利大學會計系畢業後，她曾踏入職場工作過一段時間，未幾因結婚，生子，轉型為家庭主婦，過起相夫教子的傳統生活。直到2011年，她父親陳天佐當選為紐英崙至孝篤親公所主席，創立婦女部，身為長女的她，才義不容辭的出來匡助，也踏上服務社區的不歸路。

韓幼文(右)是從郊區回歸的宗親。

紐英崙地區約有15個姓氏宗親會，往年清一色由男性擔任主席，近五年才陸續出現越來越多的女性正副主席，包括梅氏公所的梅伍銀寬，梅麗梨，紐英崙龍岡親義公所趙金歡，溯源公所雷玉霞，紐英崙余風采堂余麗媖，甄氏宗親會馮甄若素，阮氏公所阮謝少珍等等。

陳天佐(左)看到女兒鄺陳文珊出來服務宗親，當上主席，笑顏逐開。
也曾任主席的陳滋源也感到那喜悅，

陳毓璇夫婦關心宗親會，聯袂出席。

左起，陳文浩，陳仕維，陳文棟。

現場看開票的至孝篤親宗親。

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