Dorchester Bay Economic Development Corporation celebrates 45 years

To celebrate its 45-year milestone anniversary, Dorchester Bay Economic Development Corporation kicked off its celebration with a gala and fundraiser dinner, held at the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate in Boston.

(above) Kimberly R. Lyle, CEO of the Dorchester Bay Economic Development Corporation (bottom left) Boston Poet Laureate Porsha Olayiwola delivers keynote address (bottom right, from left) Kimberly R. Lyle, CEO; Don Walsh, founding member; Angela Yarde, board; Eileen Kenner, board; Leighton Richardson, board president; Phil Hillman, board; Kristen Halbert, board; Najah Wallace, vice president. PHOTOS: CHRIS MCINTOSH