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WBJ readers forecast 2022: Better, not great
Looking into the crystal ball for 2022 in WBJ’s annual Economic Forecast survey, our readers don’t have quite the same level of optimism for the upcoming year at they did heading into 2021
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Economic Forecast 2022WBJ's editorial staff predicted 10 news events for 2021. Here's what actually happened.
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Economic Forecast 2022Economic Forecast: New manufacturing
Manufacturing is a $6.5-billion industry in Central Massachusetts, with multiple sectors experiencing upheaval in 2021. Here’s what is on tap for next year.
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Economic Forecast 2022Economic Forecast: Health care's overwhelming problems
Sloane M. PerronThe coronavirus pandemic is a turning point in history, impacting society for generations to come.
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Economic Forecast 2022Economic Forecast: Higher education's great divide
Katherine HamiltonThe year has been one of recovery and resilience for schools like Clark University and Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Meanwhile, Becker College’s closure served as a stark reminder of the fate many smaller institutions may be facing.
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Economic Forecast 2022Economic Forecast: Diversity, equity & inclusion at a crossroads
In more ways than one, diversity, equity, and inclusion in Central Massachusetts is a work in progress.
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Economic Forecast 2022Economic Forecast: The electronic banking revolution
Sloane M. PerronFrom technological innovations to changing the concept of traditional banking, the future of finance is going digital and breaking free from its previous brick and mortar confines.
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Economic Forecast 2022Economic Forecast: The year of biotech
Biotechnology in Central Massachusetts is a rapidly growing industry, characterized as much by its big players as its nascent, up-and-coming companies. Together, players old and new stand to define what biotech in and around Worcester will look like for generations to come.
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AdviceStop making New Year's resolutions. Start doing this!
Bob MartelWhile we are focused on wrapping up 2021 business, while trying to focus on the spirit of the holiday season, all with an eye on January and beyond, it's that time of year when people are anticipating the annual ritual of New Year’s resolutions.
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AdviceInvesting in youth employment beyond summer
John TanaceaWhen young people are connected to employment and workforce experience, they learn about navigating the professional world and workplace dynamics, earn a paycheck and gain other valuable skills and perspectives, while employers develop the next generation of talent and provide an important pathway to economic opportunity and a stronger community.
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AdviceThe Worcester renaissance
Robert D. Cox Jr.As Worcester commemorates its 300th anniversary next year, there will be much to celebrate. Clearly, the city is enjoying a renaissance.
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: Jon Weaver
While it may seem like the biotech field is dominated by several big players, that’s far from the case in Central Massachusetts.
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: Matt Zicaro
It’s a very simple issue: If the biotech industry is going to set up shop in Central Massachusetts, it’s going to need the space to do so.
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: Luis Pedraja
Pedraja might seem an unsuspecting standout in the region’s biotech industry this year, but only if you’re not familiar with the programming he leads at QCC.
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: Valerie Zolezzi-Wyndham
When one thinks of the diversity, equity, and inclusion industry in Central Massachusetts, one invariably thinks of Zolezzi-Wyndham, founder and owner of the consultancy company Promoting Good.
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: Grace Moreno
The LGBTQ+ business community in Central Massachusetts is supported in large part by the Massachusetts LGBT chamber.
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: Jean Beaupre
Beaupre has become a leading voice on the journey toward gender equity in leadership positions within the Massachusetts business community.
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: Laury Lucien
Lucien has her hands in the cannabis industry from virtually every angle.
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: Jeannie Hebert
The Blackstone Valley is a pocket of storied manufacturing towns, many of which have spent the last several decades pivoting from textiles to more modern sectors in higher demand.
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: Ryan MacKay
As the next generation behind the region’s agricultural sector raises its profile and adapts to social-technological norms, MacKay is leading the charge forward.
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: Aaron Birt
Beyond his business success, Aaron Birt is giving back to the community, helping to support the Central Mass. entrepreneurial ecosystem
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: Russ Haims
Katherine HamiltonHaims won Worcester’s real estate lottery this year, giving him the opportunity to have a heavy influence on the development of the Elm Park neighborhood.
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: David Moore
Katherine HamiltonTwo years ago, David Moore retired as Worcester’s city solicitor, but he’s taken on a new role overseeing one of Central Massachusetts’ weightiest investments.
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: Leah Bradley
Katherine HamiltonBeginning her role in the summer of 2020, Bradley has watched over the region’s housing and rental markets during an extraordinarily tumultuous period.
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: Mary Hsieh
Sloane M. PerronUnderstanding the perspectives of both patients and doctors can be a hard road to navigate, but Hsieh believes active listening is key.
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: Greg Mirhej
Sloane M. PerronIn the wake of lockdowns, a greater need for psychiatric help is often met with endless waiting lists and bed shortages.
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: Dr. Jessica Simons
Sloane M. PerronSince becoming the first female vascular surgeon ever hired by UMass Memorial Health in 2013, Simons has seen a gender evolution in her field.
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: Vincent Rougeau
Katherine HamiltonHis merging of Holy Cross’s traditional Jesuit values with contemporary questions of race and politics makes for a unique perspective amid higher education’s rapidly evolving landscape.
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: Paul Cotnoir
Katherine HamiltonSteeped in Worcester college life since he earned an engineering degree at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Cotnoir could tell you a lot about what’s in store for higher education.
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: Kathy Rentsch
Katherine HamiltonWith 23 years in leadership roles at QCC, it’s safe to say Rentsch is knowledgeable about public higher education and workforce preparedness.
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: Thomas Bartholomew
Sloane M. PerronBartholomew has the innate ability to take complicated financial concepts and break them down into easy to understandable anecdotes.
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: Tina Sbrega
Sloane M. PerronSbrega is a strong proponent of small businesses, particularly cannabis startups often facing problems securing funding, as marijuana remains illegal federally.
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Economic Forecast 2022People to Meet in 2022: Derek Canton
Sloane M. PerronCanton has formed his career around the belief the purpose of financial technology, or fintech, is to address the needs of the community.
