MBI Board of Trustees Spotlight: Philip R. Morgan

Philip R. Morgan, Vice Chair of the MBI Board of Trustees, has been an instrumental force in the region’s entrepreneurial landscape, carrying forward a family legacy of innovation and industry. As the former president of Morgan Construction Company, a renowned firm founded by his great-grandfather, Charles Hill Morgan in 1888, Philip Morgan led the company to global prominence. Under his leadership, Morgan Construction Company expanded to 1,100 employees worldwide—including 460 in Worcester—and achieved over $180 million in annual sales. In 2008, Siemens VAI acquired the company, solidifying its place as a leader in manufacturing and engineering.

Philip’s deep commitment to regional growth mirrors MBI’s goal of establishing Central Massachusetts as a biomanufacturing hub. His contributions go beyond industry leadership; he has actively supported organizations dedicated to community advancement, such as Worcester Polytechnic Institute and MBI. His involvement in MBI’s Blue Beaker Capital Campaign reflects his dedication to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, providing essential resources to fuel MBI’s support for local startups.

Through his career and community contributions, Philip R. Morgan embodies the entrepreneurial spirit that drives economic growth in Worcester and beyond. His expertise and dedication have been invaluable to MBI as the organization continues its mission of building pathways for life sciences startups, catalyzing regional innovation, and transforming Central Massachusetts into a global leader in biomanufacturing. Philip R. Morgan’s legacy is a testament to the power of entrepreneurship to inspire regional growth, create jobs, and build sustainable industries, echoing MBI’s vision for the future.