Posts by ericg

  We’re facing the most significant identity crisis our city’s core has seen in decades. But the solution isn’t simply filling buildings, it’s rethinking who the downtown is actually for.  Read More

  Tender Food Inc.’s fiber-spinning machines have helped the company stand out in a crowded meat-substitute market. As that market struggles, the company is spinning its tech into new verticals to give it a bigger reach.  Read More

  The Cambridge Planning Board is recommending the city allow for greater building heights along two major corridors, Cambridge Street and Massachusetts Avenue.  Read More

  It’s difficult to say how effective Opportunity Zones have been at helping low-income communities in Massachusetts over the last eight years. But there are other, more proven approaches investors ought to consider.  Read More

  There are new rules around Opportunity Zones, and opinions are mixed as to whether they will help boost Massachusetts low-income communities this time around.  Read More

  AirSlate, which became a so-called “unicorn” in 2022 and in 2023 had about 80 employees in Boston, is laying off people across its offices globally.  Read More

  The toy giant’s strategic pivot towards digital experiences and intellectual property partnerships is paying off, as evidenced by its year-over-year growth.  Read More

  Massachusetts residents need to make almost $1 million per year to be in the top 1% of earners in the state.  Read More

  An overhaul of the 1,100-unit Bunker Hill housing complex in Charlestown has hit a major early milestone: the completion of its first phase.  Read More

  In this edition of The Playbook, we look at why companies are making a big shift on remote work for 2026, small-business optimism and more.  Read More