Building Boston & Beyond

Dedicated to the preservation and advancement of his hometown of Chelsea, Roy’s advocacy to ensure residents have equal access to programs and services that sustain their livelihood is his mission. 

Council President Avelleneda remains optimistic in the city’s fight to be “Seen”, to be included – and have access to funding -  where neighboring cities have benefited.    

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Brenda Rosario – Board member of Dorchester’s St. Mary’s Center is committed to helping women who have experienced trauma improve their quality of life. 

Brenda understands firsts hand that empowering residents with information and the necessary tools to improve their quality of life promotes inclusion and strengthens community. 

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Bob’s career spans 30 years-plus first serving in the Massachusetts Senate and now as Mayor of Weymouth. 

With a population of 57,000, Mayor Hedlund continues to proactively lead Weymouth residents through COVID -19 as the vaccination process continues and residents begin to venture outdoors.  

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A national leader in the transportation industry.

Bob’s TRANSIT career spans decades. 

The first African-American General Manager of Boston’s MBTA, Bob shaped a career spanning 25 years.

Bob is here today to share a little history of his career at the T and life thereafter - where he carved out his next chapter in life holding corporate positions and seats on various boards. 

All while advocating a level playing field for minorities in the transportation industry. 

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Building Boston & Beyond Podcast serves as an educational platform providing Massachusetts residents with information on the growth of their city, the status of the economy, and improvements to their neighborhood. Podcast discussions with public officials, private and public sector businesses, non-profits, and educational and medical institutions provides a unique forum to introduce to the public their objectives, goals, and successes, as well as, sharing information related to the many resources available via state programs and organizations that promote a higher quality of life for people.