Startups

With new housing and public investment reshaping downtowns, entrepreneurs are attracted by lower rents and growing activity, while local leaders see them as essential to filling storefronts, generating foot traffic, and creating amenities.

In April, 1,513 new businesses filed incorporation paperwork with the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth, in order to do business in the state.

"People told me I was crazy to start an agency at a young age with no experience. But when you've watched someone survive what she survived, your perspective shifts."

In February, 993 new businesses filed incorporation paperwork with the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth, in order to do business in the state.

Worcester accelerator Auxilium is partnering with 44 Maple Group to open a 3,000-square-foot materials science lab.

The event is inspired by the ABC show “Shark Tank.”

A nonprofit organization and affiliate of Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce, LABO has held its expo annually since 2015.

One of the most enjoyable aspects of my role as president and CEO of the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce is to witness how our chamber team assists individuals in launching their businesses.

The forthcoming Flexcon Lab will be located at Auxilium at 311 Main St.

Groton-based medical technology company Neosoma has raised $3.52 million in venture capital toward its goal of $5.8 million.