Brad Kane

Brad Kane is the Editor for Worcester Business Journal. Kane came to Worcester from its sister publication Hartford Business Journal, where he most recently served as managing editor. Kane talked his way onto HBJ’s staff in May 2010, previously working as a Boston Globe correspondent and a staff writer for the Patriot Ledger in Quincy. In another journalism life, he covered local politics in northern Ohio and southwest Florida. Kane has been honored for his work by the Alliance of Area Business Publications, the Florida Press Club, Ohio Associated Press and the National Society of Professional Journalists. He graduated from The Ohio State University, with an honor’s degree in journalism. He lives a calm, sleep-filled life in Wilbraham, Mass. with his wife, five young children and Texas heeler. In his 42 minutes of weekly free time, Kane runs the sidewalks, streets and trails of Western Massachusetts.

Nonprofits

The Sherlock Holmes for your stolen money

The rise in forensic cases has grown David McLaren's accounting practice to where he is completing an addition to double the company's office space.

Real Estate

Worcester Wares growing into business adolescence

In less than three years, Jessica Walsh has gone from selling “I Love Worcester” pins at area stores and festivals to running a retail store out of the DCU Center, feeding off the passion residents and visitors have for the city.

Economy

Economist: Low unemployment rate unsustainable

At the Economic Forecast Forum on Friday in Worcester, the senior policy advisor for the Federal Reserve Bank in Boston said the national unemployment rate is unsustainably low, possibly leading to another recession.

News

The definition of insanity

We can't capture the best stories, best advice and greatest intelligence of the Central Mass. business community by relying on half the population.

Small Business

Shrewsbury firm wants to be the pay-as-you-go COO

Andrew Langlois' side hustle became his passion, as he discovered a niche of helping small firms use new technology like iPad point-of-sale systems and digital opportunities it afforded.

Government & Politics

I’m asking you to trust us

Don't get me wrong, President Donald Trump's attacks on the news media are inexcusable and a threat to democracy. But, we also did this to ourselves.

Technology

Founder of Boost Fitness is creating a fitness empire

About 12 years ago, Mark Federico opened the first Anytime Fitness franchise in Marlborough before deciding to create his own independent business in Boost Fitness.

Banking & Finance

Webster Five wants $1B the right way

Donald Doyle took over leadership of Webster Five in May 2016, looking to transition the community mutual bank into the future. This March, the company is set to celebrate its 150th anniversary while it prepares for a time when most of its assets will be from Millennials.

Economy