January 7, 2019 - Worcester Business Journal

Government & Politics

Left behind: Minorities are hard to find in the legal pot industry

The industry, which in its infancy relies on companies with ready access to cash, is not very diverse.

Advice

101: Office safety

Workplace safety is something only tree-work crews and forklift operators have to worry about, right?

Banking & Finance

Worcester’s bank CEO

Last year, Country Bank CEO Paul Scully moved out of his Sturbridge home for the new 145 Front St. apartments in Worcester, where his bank has 30 percent of its commerical loan portfolio.

News

WBJ announces 2019 Best of Business Awards

Each of the Best of Business winners have their own approach to what makes them successful, but they all share some traits: an attention to detail, a client-first approach, hiring and retaining the best people.

Government & Politics

Promote diversity in the marijuana industry

With recreational marijuana as the new hot industry in Massachusetts, expected to soon generate up to $1 billion in taxable revenue, it's easy to overlook its illicit past.

News

The Christmas party I always wanted

When I saw the gift, I was overwhelmed with gratitude. Not for the gift itself, but the thoughtfulness behind it.

Real Estate

Duddie Massad remembered as businessman, philanthropist

David “Duddie” Massad, the owner of Worcester car dealerships and later Commerce Bank, died Dec. 28 at age 90.

Arts & Entertainment

New downtown Worcester district seeks to add range of improvements

Worcester is set to roll out the eighth business improvement district in Massachusetts, adding events, signage and "ambassadors" to keep the neighborhood clean and help visitors.

Advice

10 Things I Know About … Turning your idea into a business

Picking an idea that is the right fit for you is important.

News

Duddie – truly one of a kind

When David “Duddie” Massad passed away at the age of 90 on Dec. 28, it marked the end of an era for the Greater Worcester business community.

Economy

Be diligent against marijuana use

The right to legally go one toke over the line will impact employers.

Advice

Help employees understand health coverage

One of the biggest challenges employers face is providing comprehensive yet affordable insurance benefits for employees.

January 7, 2019Edition

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