13 GROWING MASSACHUSETTS COMPANIES NAMED WINNERS OF MASSECON IMPACT AWARDS
Honoring Facility Expansion and Investment, Additional Jobs, ED&I Practices and Community Engagement
Watertown, Mass. – MassEcon, the state’s private sector partner in promoting business growth in Massachusetts, today announced its 22nd Annual Team Massachusetts Economic Impact Award winners, recognizing 13 companies, including the ADA Forsyth Institute as a Gold awardee, for their outstanding contributions to the Massachusetts economy.
“These are amazing employers with stories that would make every Massachusetts resident proud,” stated Peter Abair, MassEcon’s CEO and Executive Director. “We are honored to recognize their investments in new jobs and facilities in our Commonwealth.”
ADA Forsyth officially completed its move to Somerville in May 2025, bringing over $100 million in research grant funding and a vibrant, growing workforce. The state-of-the-art Somerville facility significantly expands ADA Forsyth’s clinical and research capacity.
Besides serving as the authoritative testing site for American Dental Association’s most trusted ADA Seal of Acceptance, ADA Forsyth also performs rigorous clinical evaluation and pre-clinical testing of products — strengthening quality and maintaining the highest standards.
ADA Forsyth also offers incubator space and outstanding core equipment facilities that help local companies access specialized infrastructure, reduce barriers to innovation, and scale more quickly.
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The companies were selected on the basis of job growth, facility expansion and investment, and community involvement since January 1, 2025.
The winners span from Greater Boston to Western Massachusetts, range in size and are drawn from energy, medical devices, logistics, hospitality, life sciences, AI, manufacturing, technology, and health care. They will be honored at a ceremony on April 16, 2026, at Gillette Stadium. Citizens is Presenting Sponsor.
The winning companies were selected after site visits, interviews with regional teams of judges, and one-minute “pitches” at a Finalists Reception at the Lexington Life Science Complex hosted by Trammell Crow and CBRE last month. The company expansion projects represent a financial investment of $206.5 million, facility expansions by 914,900 square feet, and added/are expected to add more than 730 jobs to the state’s economy.
“Massachusetts continues to lead because of the depth of its companies and the exceptional talent building them,” said Economic Development Secretary Eric Paley. “These awardees are creating jobs, expanding their operations, and investing in communities across the Commonwealth. We are proud to recognize their success and the impact they are making on Massachusetts’ economy.”
“Congratulations to the Award winners! Thank you for the commitment to your businesses and employees and for moving ahead with facility expansions in Massachusetts during a time of uncertainty.” said Bonnie Sullivan, MassEcon Chair and Vice President at Middlesex Savings Bank. “Our economy continues to benefit from technology investments in a range of industries located throughout the state.”
“Massachusetts continues to be a powerful engine for innovation, investment, and inclusive economic growth, and Citizens is proud to support companies that are choosing to grow and create jobs here,” said Lisa Murray, Citizens Massachusetts President. “As Presenting Sponsor of the Team Massachusetts Economic Impact Awards, we’re honored to recognize businesses that are expanding opportunity, strengthening communities, and investing in the Commonwealth’s future.”
ABOUT MASSECON
MassEcon’s mission is to promote and champion Massachusetts as the best place to start, grow and locate a business. Built upon a robust network of corporate and civic members, MassEcon convenes public and private sector leaders of industry to create an inclusive business ecosystem that enhances job growth across a diverse talent pool; promotes investment in all communities; expands equitable opportunities throughout the Commonwealth. http://www.massecon.com.
About the ADA Forsyth Institute
The ADA Forsyth Institute is a top-tier, NIH-funded nonprofit research institute focused on basic scientific research in oral health, public health outreach, exploring the connection between oral and overall health, and playing a convening role in oral health innovation. Founded in 1910 as the Forsyth Dental Infirmary for Children and later known as the Forsyth Dental Center and then The Forsyth Institute, the organization has played a key role in advancing dental care. In October 2023, Forsyth integrated with the American Dental Association. ADA Forsyth powers the dental profession through cutting-edge basic research, creative translational science, and development of new technology. Consistent with ADA Forsyth’s founding mission, the ForsythKids mobile dental program continues to serve children in need.
ADA FORSYTH MEDIA CONTACT
Skylar Rolstad srolstad@forsyth.org
For more information, please contact:
Annie Ladinsky, MassEcon, Communications Director, aladinsky@massecon.com
