Posts by ericg
CEO of shuttered biotech Magenta Therapeutics makes leap to Flagship startup
The former CEO of a biotech that shut down after a patient death in a clinical trial has made his way to a new startup backed by Flagship Pioneering. Read More
Read More‘Veg out for a little while:’ Stefania Mallett’s plans after leaving ezCater’s top job
Ashwin Raj, a former head of rideshare at Lyft Inc. (Nasdaq: LYFT), is effectively taking charge and joining the board of the corporate catering startup on Aug. 14. Read More
Read MoreChase set to close 21 First Republic branches across the U.S. Two are in Boston.
When JPMorgan Chase & Co. acquired the failed First Republic, it also inherited its 84 branches across the country. In June, the bank said it will shut down 21 of those branches. Here’s the Boston branches that are closing. Read More
Read MoreDunkin’ enters the spiked-drink market with these new flavors
Dunkin’ is no longer offering coffees just in flavors like mocha, caramel or French vanilla, or iced coffees with raspberry or blueberry. Now they can come spiked with alcohol. Read More
Read MoreWeWork is warning of potential bankruptcy. Here’s what it could mean for the office market.
WeWork Inc. leadership disclosed "substantial doubt" about the coworking company’s ability to continue to operate last week — but the news isn’t a surprise for those closely tracking the national commercial real estate market. Here’s what a potential bankruptcy could mean for tenants and landlords. Read More
Read MoreFive things you need to know today and what to know about Henrietta Lacks
Good morning, and happy National Creamsicle Day. Here are the five things you need to know today, including the changed plans of a proposed topless pot shop, Mass General Brigham’s strong Q3, Barbie, new restaurants and the story of Henrietta Lacks. Read More
Read MoreMendoza Ventures launches nonprofit to support underrepresented founders, funders, fellows
Newly launched Mendoza Impact is working to close the wealth gap by funding and supporting underrepresented founders, funders and fellows. Read More
Read MoreSo far, Healey sticking to Baker plan for remote work, office leases
It’s become an annual ritual in the 2020s: As the end of summer draws near, employers reveal a new plan for how often they expect workers in the office. So far, Gov. Healey — who runs the state’s largest employer, state government — isn’t changing a thing. Here’s what Massachusetts agencies are doing with their return-to-work policies.…
Read MoreAmylyx’s new ALS drug has turned a profit for six months straight
Since its U.S. approval last fall, Relyvrio, the amyotrophic lateral sclerosis drug made by Amylyx Pharmaceuticals Inc., has turned its maker into a profitable company — and kept that streak going for six months straight. Read More
Read MoreThe Playbook: The ‘new normal’ for pay raises and a surprising disconnect on AI
The new normal for pay raises is coming into focus. Employees have some surprising thoughts about how their companies are approaching AI. We tackle those stories and more in this week’s Playbook Edition. Read More
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