Tim Cahill is Named the New President & CEO of South Shore Chamber of Commerce

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Congratulations to Tim Cahill, who has been named the new president and CEO of the South Shore Chamber of Commerce, the region’s largest chamber, effective January 1, 2025.  The Chamber serves more than 1,100 members over 25 communities in the South Shore region.

He replaces Peter Forman, who is leaving the chamber after 20 years of service on December 31, 2024. See full press release here.

Cahill, a resident of Quincy, has had a successful political career, serving as treasurer of Massachusetts from 2003 to 2011.  He was Norfolk County Treasurer for six years and a member of the Quincy City Council for 16 years. 

Since July 2017, Cahill has served as president and executive director of the Quincy Chamber of Commerce, representing 500+ commercial, retail and small businesses.  He was concurrently executive director of the Quincy Economic Development Corporation.

During his tenure at Quincy Chamber, Cahill in 2018 established a lasting connection with the Cork County Council in Ireland, “based on mutual interests in furthering economic development through education and tourism,” and more recently connected Quincy with the Kildare Chamber of Commerce.

In accepting his new role as president and CEO of the South Shore Chamber of Commerce,” Cahill said,  “I am committed to fostering a vibrant business community, driving economic growth, and working collaboratively with our members to create a prosperous future for all. Together, we will build on our strengths and seize new opportunities to ensure that our region continues to thrive.”

Joe Gratta, CEO of Atlantic Mechanical and chair of the South Shore Chamber Board of Directors, said that Cahill's "extensive experience and dedication to fostering community and business growth make Tim the perfect choice to lead our chamber into an exciting new era. We are confident that under his leadership, our organization will continue to thrive and deliver exceptional value to our members and the community at large.”

Peter Forman called Cahill, “a steadfast advocate for our business community and brings a wealth of experience and vision to the role. I have no doubt that under his leadership, the chamber will continue to grow and thrive, promoting economic development and supporting our members in new and innovative ways. I look forward to seeing the incredible achievements that Tim, the board of directors, and our chamber members will accomplish together.”

About the South Shore Chamber of Commerce

The South Shore Chamber of Commerce is the largest business organization in the region and holds a five-star accreditation by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The member-driven, business- and community-focused association brings people together to build a vibrant business climate and continuous economic growth. Members range in size from major international corporations headquartered on the South Shore to small local firms and sole proprietorships. For additional information, visit www.southshorechamber.org.  

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