Archive for March 2022
Network effect: This Liberty Mutual exec is helping connect Black men in Boston
“There needs to be more investment in the Black community. We’ve had the time of education where you can learn about slavery…. We’ve had all these conversations, and now it’s time to put some action behind your words," said James Areago, director of product analysis at Liberty Mutual. Read More
Read MoreBizSpotlight: Robert Half
Global talent solutions and business consulting fi Read More
Read MoreAmerica’s New Main Streets: Why Richard Florida envisions an upside for downtowns in covid’s wake
Ever the optimist, Florida channeled his nearly four decades of experience as a reputed urbanist, author, educator and consultant to expound on the historic moment the nation’s cities now find themselves in. Read More
Read MoreBoston’s ISlide jumps into college endorsement deals with both feet
With college athletes able to sign endorsement deals for the first time as of last summer, the Boston footwear company has been an aggressive player. Read More
Read MoreMassachusetts House rejects gas tax relief proposal
A $1.6 billion spending bill passed the Massachusetts House unanimously on Wednesday after representatives shot down a Republican bid to add in language that would have suspended the state’s gas tax until prices fall below $3.70 a gallon. Read More
Read MoreBluetech of the future: Who would you invest in?
The startups in this year’s cohort have varying areas of focus, including ocean health, sustainable fishing and renewable energy. Read More
Read MoreModerna’s CEO pay rose 41% last year to $18.2M
Meanwhile, annual pay for the company’s median employee fell 16% in the same year. Read More
Read MoreMorningside Ventures spins out $60M inflammatory disease startup
Chinese VC firm Morningside Ventures is publicly launching a startup with a focus on inflammatory diseases after keeping it in stealth for more than two years. Read More
Read MoreFive things you need to know today, and we’re live and in person
Good morning, Boston. Here are the five things you need to know to start your busy workday, plus we’re live and in person. Read More
Read MoreBoston sports execs talk fan engagement, diversity and hiring
If the pandemic did anything to Boston sports, it widened access to younger fans and those who had been shut out of high-priced seats and those belonging to season-ticket holders for generations. Read More
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