Worcester Business Journal

01/11/2026

Start the New Year with the Networking Event of the Year.
Join us for the BEST OF BUSINESS Awards.
Register here: https://ow.ly/4X8a50XNnel
Thank you to our presenting sponsor Fidelity Bank MA and corporate sponsor Workbar

01/10/2026

The past year hasn’t been kind to either the craft beer or cannabis spaces, as a downturn in investor enthusiasm for both sectors and other factors have deterred growth. Despite some hope, headwinds remain.

The past year hasn’t been kind to either the craft beer or cannabis spaces, as a downturn in investor enthusiasm for both sectors and other factors have deterred growth. Despite some hope, headwinds remain.

01/09/2026

This year marked the biggest changes in the DEI space since 2020, and next year will see more fallout.

The political backlash against diversity & inclusion will relegate DEI efforts to lower-profile initiatives in 2026.

01/09/2026

While the country’s economy sits at a crossroads, the local real estate industry will continue to benefit from Central Massachusetts’ persistent growth.

Housing conversions, technology development, and a possible housing reset are all on the table for 2026.

01/09/2026

“The completion of this acquisition marks an extraordinary milestone for both organizations,” Peter Rice, president & CEO of Hanscom, said.

The People’s Bank has seven branches across three counties in Maryland’s Eastern Shore region.

01/09/2026

BOB winners will be announced January 12th.
Join us for the BEST OF BUSINESS Awards. Register here: https://ow.ly/4X8a50XNnel
Thank you to our presenting sponsor Fidelity Bank MA and corporate sponsor Workbar

01/09/2026

VMX-C001, which will be produced at Rentschler’s Milford site, works by bypassing blood thinners’ anticoagulant effects, reestablishing the body’s ability to coagulate blood to reduce excessive bleeding during surgery.

Rentschler Biopharma, a Germany-based biopharmaceuticals manufacturer with a facility in Milford, is set to produce a novel blood coagulation treatment developed by Netherlands-based VarmX, with the hopes to support future commercialization.

01/09/2026

The grants will support wraparound services in areas such as student mental health, academic persistence, financial literacy, career counseling, transportation, and emergency grant aid.

https://wbjournal.com/article/central-mass-state-universities-receive-share-of-13m-for-at-risk-students/

01/09/2026

Looking to hire in the Central Massachusetts? Promote your open positions directly to WBJ’s local, engaged audience of business professionals and get candidates that understand the local business community.

https://ow.ly/p35H50XTahH

01/09/2026

After six months on the job, Durga Suresh-Menon has left the role as head of school at Marlborough-based New England Innovation Academy, with NEIA Co-founder Raymond Chang stepping into the role on an interim basis.

Chang has taught entrepreneurship at the Yale School of Management and currently teaches at Babson College.

01/08/2026

Shine a spotlight on the companies and champions driving innovation, sustainability, and growth in our region - use this link to submit nominations for the Central Mass Manufacturing Excellence Awards: https://ow.ly/4ZR050XS7LZ
A special thank you to our presenting sponsor MassMEP and corporate sponsor Citrin Cooperman

01/08/2026

Want to own a candlepin bowling center? One in Spencer is on the market.

The owner is only looking to sell to someone who will preserve it as a candlepin center. For now, Bayberry will operate as usual.