Posts by ericg
5 for ’25: 5 keys for office security to protect your company and its employees
Running a business means preparing for the unexpected. What’s your plan for an active-shooter scenario? Do your employees know that plan? Read More
Read MoreSeattle research consulting firm acquired by Boston biotech
The Seattle firm will operate as a subsidiary under its own brand. Read More
Read MoreTaylor Block sale: New owner aims to preserve retailers while eyeing multifamily housing needs
A high-profile retail building in Wellesley Square has a new owner, a Quincy firm that has said it has plans to expand its holdings in the Boston area. Read More
Read MoreCommentary: A strategic plan for Boston’s downtown office crisis
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
Read MorePlant-based meat company spins out new venture with $6.5M
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
Read MoreCambridge board recommends more density along two major corridors
The Cambridge Planning Board is recommending the city allow for greater building heights along two major corridors, Cambridge Street and Massachusetts Avenue. Read More
Read MoreEditorial: Invest in low-income communities, but consider the data first
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
Read MoreWill Opportunity Zones help more areas in Mass. this time around?
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
Read MoreUnicorn software firm AirSlate reportedly cuts 170 jobs globally
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
Read MoreHasbro’s two-year turnaround: From $170M loss to profitable digital gaming powerhouse
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
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