Archive for June 2020
SBA’s PPP loan window is closing fast. Here’s what you need to know.
The program has seen a resurgence in interest in recent days. Read More
Read MoreFive things you need to know today, and being the best during the toughest of times
Good morning, friends. The weather is as good as it gets and here are the five things you need to know to start your Wednesday. Read More
Read MoreHarvard professor seeks $100M to curb aging
The company raised $50 million last year at a $500 million valuation. Read More
Read More5 minutes with…DraftKings CEO Jason Robins
DraftKings CEO Jason Robins spoke with the Boston Business Journal about his company’s recent IPO, its survival plans in a world with no live U.S. basketball or baseball, and his favorite niche sports. Read More
Read MoreIn a shift, UMass pulls away from launching new online college
About 15 months ago, UMass officials laid out plans to launch a new online college to serve adult learners. The goal was to launch the new entity by the end of 2019. Now rather than creating its own online college, UMass turning to an existing program. Read More
Read MoreAdvocates to pitch new design, restoration for Charlesgate Park
The restoration and extension of Charlesgate Park would connect the Commonwealth Avenue Mall and the Charles River Esplanade, but the revitalization hinges on a MassDOT bridge relocation. The design would connect the Commonwealth Avenue Mall to the Charles River Esplanade and the Emerald Necklace as a single-park system. Read More
Read MoreIn a first, STAG launches solar projects in Mass.
The photovoltaic systems will be installed on four industrial properties throughout the commonwealth. Read More
Read MoreBoston-area businesses look to make Juneteenth a paid holiday
In response to protests nationwide against police brutality and racism, companies this year are paying more attention to Juneteenth, which celebrates of the end of slavery in the U.S. Read More
Read MoreUMass to partner with Chapman University to create online program
The University of Massachusetts has chosen an academic partner to work with to launch its online college for working adults. Read More
Read MoreSBA reopens its economic injury disaster loan program
The agency closed the loan program to most small businesses in May. Read More
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