Archive for February 2024
Boston nonprofit is replacing service monkeys with tech for disabled adults
Envisioning Access once trained capuchin monkeys as service animals. But that’s a thing of the past, so the nonprofit had to figure out how to move into the future, its executive director said. Read More
Read MoreFive things: WeWork, Boston cat cafe, Thermo job cuts and turn your dial to this
Here are the five things you need to know in Boston business news to start your workday. Read More
Read MoreMedical imaging company describes future of at-home ultrasounds, wearables
Butterfly Network recently received FDA clearance for the latest iteration of its semiconductor-based ultrasound technology. As Butterfly moves forward, the company is also preparing for a future when its products are used in people’s homes. Read More
Read MoreBoston’s only cat cafe poised to bring ‘purrfect’ sanctuary to Beacon Hill
A cafe expected to open in Boston’s Beacon Hill neighborhood in March will let guests browse for books, get some drinks and play with cats. Read More
Read MoreFour best practices to avoid missing the mark with mentoring opportunities
By most measures, The Great Resignation is over. Experts say the tide is trending toward The Big Stay, where workers are looking for long-term career growth and for the employers that can provide it. But new research by The Business Journals shows many companies are missing opportunities to attract or retain talent through mentoring —…
Read MoreThree years after launch, Boston’s Black radio station thrives
Howard Simpson, general manager of WERS 88.9 FM, created the area’s first Black radio station in decades following the murder of George Floyd. Three years later, it’s still going strong. Read More
Read MoreMassCEC closes purchase of Salem site for offshore wind terminal
Construction is set to begin this year on the second offshore wind farm in Massachusetts. Read More
Read MoreMarcum acquires Wakefield-based Powers & Sullivan
Marcum made the move to acquire Wakefield-based Powers & Sullivan as a way to bolster its government industry practice. Read More
Read MoreWeWork in talks to shrink footprint at biggest Boston location
The office tower is already struggling with vacancies in the wake of State Street’s departure. WeWork has been withholding rent payments, according to a court filing from the landlord. Read More
Read MoreForging a new career on the cutting edge of knife-making
Creating hand-forged, pattern-welded Damascus steel culinary knives is laborious, with each knife taking as long as 60 hours to complete. Read More
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