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City Awake: Words of Wisdom ft. Jane Steinmetz

May 9, 2024 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Ernst & Young

Event Details

  • Thank you for joining us for our second Words of Wisdom dinner of the year, featuring Jane Steinmetz, Ernst & Young LLP (EY)’s Boston Office Managing Principal.
  • Responsible for all aspects of the New England practice, Jane manages roughly 2,400 professionals who impact businesses, the economy, and the community.
  • We hoped you enjoyed learning more about Jane, her career journey, and the impact she is making in New England.

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  • Individual Ticket: $30 (Member & Non-member)
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Get Inspired. Be Empowered.

Named one of the most influential Bostonians in 2023, Jane Steinmetz is the managing principal of the Ernst & Young (EY) Boston office. She brings over 25 years of experience serving Fortune 100 clients, leading high-performing teams, and advocating for change in the local legislature.

Her commitment to personally making a difference in women’s advancement and youth mentoring is seen through her active involvement on several boards – Boys & Girls Club of Boston and United Way of Massachusetts Bay & Merrimack Valley – to name a few.

We hope you enjoyed being a part of the conversation with Jane and found inspiration from listening to her career journey at EY and her dedication to giving back to her community.

City Awake’s Words of Wisdom series brings a senior leader to a small group of young professionals for a conversation about the incredible milestones they have observed in their career. It is a space for young professionals to ask questions about the leader’s experience and learn from their journey.

ABOUT CITY AWAKE

City Awake is the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce’s premier young professional platform that awakens and empowers the city’s next generation of thought leaders and change makers who are navigating Boston’s business, civic, and cultural communities.

Questions? Contact us.

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Jessica Sanon

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Speakers

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Jane Steinmetz

Boston Office Managing Principal, Ernst & Young, LLP

Jane is the managing partner of the Boston office of EY. In this capacity, Jane manages approximately 2400 professionals across all services lines who make an impact…Read more
Jane is the managing partner of the Boston office of EY. In this capacity, Jane manages approximately 2400 professionals across all services lines who make an impact on area businesses and the community. She brings over 25 years of experience in serving Fortune 100 clients, leading high performing teams and advocating for change.

Jane is skilled in bringing the full power of EY’s multidisciplinary practice to assist clients across a spectrum of areas, including transaction support, supply chain, tax, legal, finance, talent and diversity and inclusion. As a tax partner, Jane serves as the lead tax partner, coordinating all aspects of tax services, to some of firm’s largest global accounts.

Jane is dedicated to giving back to her community and committed to personally making a difference in youth mentoring, equality and the environment. She is a board member of the Boys and Girls Club of Boston, United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley and the National Association of Corporate Directors – New England Chapter. She chairs the Massachusetts Business Roundtable and serves on the executive committees of the Massachusetts High Tech Council and Massachusetts Taxpayers Foundation. She is a corporate member of Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute and actively involved in Earthwatch and NVNA Hospice Home, chairing their anniversary campaigns.

Jane was a 2020 Boston Chamber Pinnacle award recipient and has been named onto the 2021 and 2019 Power 50 and 2018 Women Who Mean Business by the Boston Business Journal. She was also named as one of Massachusetts Society of CPA’s 2018 Women to Watch.

Jane started her career at PWC and joined EY in 2011. She received her Bachelor of Science in accounting from Rhode Island College and her J.D. and LL.M. in Taxation from Boston University School of Law. She is a member of the Massachusetts and Connecticut bar associations.

Jane resides in Cohasset, Massachusetts with her husband, 4 children and 2 Newfoundlands.

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Madison Braman, Moderator

Employee Benefits Consultant, Gallagher

Madison Braman, an Employee Benefits Consultant at Gallagher, a global insurance brokerage, is instrumental in implementing the company’s unique strategies. These…Read more
Madison Braman, an Employee Benefits Consultant at Gallagher, a global insurance brokerage, is instrumental in implementing the company’s unique strategies. These strategies are designed to help organizations effectively attract, retain, and engage top talent, all while maintaining optimal cost structures. With a comprehensive approach to employee well-being, Madison is dedicated to driving businesses toward enhanced productivity, profitability, and overall growth. Madison graduated from the College of William and Mary with a Bachelor of the Arts in International Relations, where she was a Division 1 golfer and a member of the Delta Gamma sorority.

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Agenda

  • 5:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. | Registration

    At this time, all attendees will be checked in by Chamber staff. Spend this time mingling with others; making endless connections.

  • 5:20 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Networking & Dinner

    Feel free to grab a plate and dig in. Food will be served throughout the event!

  • 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | Conversation with Jane Steinmetz

    Sit back, listen, and enjoy Jane’s story. If time allows it, we will take a few questions from the audience.

FAQs

  • Is this location handicap accessible?

    Yes, the Ernst & Young Boston office is handicap accessible. If you need any accommodations, please contact our team at [email protected].

  • Is there parking available?

    There is limited street parking available. The area has several parking garages, with the closest location at 100 Clarendon Street.

  • Is it accessible by public transportation?

    Yes, the Ernst & Young Boston office is accessible by public transportation. The office is a 5-minute walk from the Back Bay station. You can reach Back Bay Station using the orange or purple line or MBTA.

  • What should I wear?

    We recommend dressing in business casual.

  • What should I bring?

    Bring your virtual or print business cards and a friend!

  • COVID Policy

    The Department of Health and Human Services lifted the Presidential Declaration of a National Public Health Emergency arising from the COVID-19 pandemic on May 11, 2023. Therefore, COVID-19 will no longer be considered a national health emergency. The Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce will continue to monitor trends and act accordingly based on Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidance.

    Your health and safety remain our top priority while attending programs, events, and meetings. COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are strongly recommended. The Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce still follows exposure guidelines recommended by the Centers for Disease Control.

    If you fell ill or learn of an exposure before an event or meeting, whether with COVID-19 symptoms or others, please stay home and contact your healthcare provider.

    *Please note -If the venue or host of the program has additional policies or protocols, we will adhere to them and notify attendees in advance.

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200 Clarendon Street, Boston, MA 02116

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All cancellations must be received at least three (3) business days prior to the event to avoid being charged or to receive a refund.

The Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce encourages persons with disabilities to participate, and engage fully, in its programs and events.

If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation, including but not limited to, listening devices, closed captioning, large print, wheelchair access, allergies and environmental sensitivities, or if you have any questions about the venue, event format, or virtual platform, please contact us.

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