Posts by ericg
From a car crash, an online insurance agency grows
Insurify began with a car accident that led to a big increase in auto insurance premiums for Snejina Zacharia. The online insurance agency uses AI-powered technology to provide real-time policy quotes for consumers. Read More
Read MoreMass. GDP falls as voters grow pessimistic of state economy
Two sets of data released Monday paint an increasingly grim picture of the Massachusetts economy. Read More
Read MoreRepublican tax plan includes sweeping changes for small businesses
The new legislation includes tax credits and deductions that small-business owners may be able to leverage. Read More
Read MorePlans shift for Southie power plant redevelopment as market slows
Dismantling the old Edison power plant in South Boston took so long, the project’s developer is now facing a markedly different market, leaving it to consider swapping its first and second phases. Read More
Read MoreTrump administration holds up another $450M to Harvard
The Trump administration said Tuesday it is terminating roughly $450 million in grants to Harvard, on top of the $2.2 billion in funding already cut. Read More
Read MoreArchitecture firm Ci Design is able to thrive in a range of industries
Architecture firm Ci Design has seen 136% revenue growth since 2021. It’s been named BBJ’s Innovator of the Year. Here’s how it happened. Read More
Read MoreAfter 30 years in business, DRB has grown 73% since 2021
This year’s BBJ Fast 50 Executive of the Year started his business 30 years ago. Here’s how the company grew 73% over the past three years. Read More
Read MoreSilicon Valley Bank exec: ‘Maybe there’s a little bubble’ in AI, but if it pops, it will just be ‘tuition’
A top Silicon Valley Bank executive weighs in on the frenzied AI investment landscape, drawing parallels to past tech booms and busts. Read More
Read MoreFive things: Wedding costs, cannabis exit, Dunkin’ jet, Lockheed layoffs, and keeping people happy
Five things you need to know in Boston business news: Wedding costs, cannabis exit, Dunkin’ jet, Lockheed layoffs, and keeping employees happy Read More
Read MoreShy Bird opens in Fenway, offers unique deal for remote workers
“We’re social beings and we like to be around other people,” said Eli Feldman, co-owner and general manager of Shy Bird, a restaurant that caters to remote workers and has expanded to its third location in Fenway. Read More
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