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  • Briefing
    Briefing

    Briefing: JetBlue's Presence

    No one would ever say JetBlue Airways CEO David Barger is not media savvy.

  • Accolades & Honors: Sept. 3

    Fitchburg State University's LAURIE J. DEROSA assumed the post of vice president of Kappa Delta Pi Executive Council. She is a professor in the university's education department.

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Jennifer Conrad

    SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT/SENIOR CASH MANAGEMENT OFFICER, Fidelity BankCompany location: WorcesterResidence: Worcester

  • Image Overhaul: Business leaders have ideas on how to make Mass. more accommodating

    Although Massachusetts is recognized for its robust medical, high-tech and education industries, it routinely ranks in the bottom half of surveys ranking business friendliness among the states.

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Jennifer (Humphrey) Faucher

    OWNER/ARTISTIC DIRECTOR, Faucher School of DanceCompany location: AuburnResidence: PaxtonFavorite movies: "Footloose," "Dirty Dancing"

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Paul Belsito

    COMMUNITY RELATIONS MANAGER, The Hanover Insurance GroupCompany location: WorcesterResidence: Shrewsbury

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Sara McGrath

    SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, Clifford & Rano Associates Inc.Company location: WorcesterResidence: Grafton

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Luke M. Vaillancourt

    DIRECTOR, DIGITAL MARKETING, Vaillancourt Folk ArtCompany location: SuttonResidence: SuttonFavorite movie: "Rounders"

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: David Borden

    PRINCIPAL, CCR Wealth ManagementCompany location: WestboroughResidence: NewtonFavorite movie: "The Hangover"

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Nina Walsh

    SOCIAL MEDIA/DIGITAL MARKETING SPECIALIST, UMass Memorial Medical CenterCompany location: WorcesterResidence: Shrewsbury

  • Central Mass. Farmers: Apple Crop's Early, Pick Now

    Apple farmers are adjusting their plans to account for a harvest that is one to two weeks ahead of schedule, thanks to a warmer-than-usual spring.

  • Opinion
    Opinion

    Bay State Leads The Pack In Clean Energy

    Alicia Barton Mcdevitt Special To The Worcester Business Journal

    Last week I was proud to announce that Massachusetts' clean energy industry is defying the challenging national and global economies by growing 11.2 percent over the last year.

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Michael P. Murphy

    LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT ATTORNEY, Mirick O'ConnellCompany location: WorcesterResidence: AuburnFavorite movie: "In the Name of the Father"

  • Page One Story
    Page One Story

    Non-compete agreements may restrict employees' mobility, but experts say they have benefits

    Most employees may hate them, but for their employers, non-competition contracts — more commonly called "non-competes" — are often a necessary evil.

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Victoria Twumasi Chavis

    DIRECTOR OF PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT, Alternative UnlimitedCompany location: WhitinsvilleResidence: NorthboroughFavorite movie: "The Kind and I"

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Ian Catlow

    PROJECT MANAGER, Tighe & BondCompany location: WorcesterResidence: FitchburgFavorite movie: "The Shawshank Redemption"

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Jennifer Grammatic

    MARKETING REPRESENTATIVE, Center of Hope FoundationCompany location: SouthbridgeResidence: Worcester

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Lisa Bousbouras

    OWNER/DIRECTOR, Mrs. B.'s Preschool and Kindergarten Inc.EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, Little Patriots Early Learning CenterCompany location: Worcester

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Elizabeth Tatro

    SUPERVISOR OF PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVES, RCAP Solutions Inc.Company location: GardnerResidence: Gardner

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Kevin Hayes

    BRANCH MANAGER/ASSISTANT TREASURER/STUDENT LOAN MANAGER, Millbury Federal Credit UnionCompany location: MillburyResidence: Holden

  • Chinese Investment Could Give A123 Power Boost In Challenging Battery Market

    It's been a tough year for A123 Systems, the Waltham-based lithium ion battery maker that has operations in Westborough and Hopkinton.

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Matt Douglas

    FOUNDER & CEO, Punchbowl Inc.Company location: FraminghamResidence: NatickFavorite movie: "Groundhog Day"

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Nicholas Maruca

    PARTNER, Creative Cabinets & Creative LivingCompany location: WorcesterResidence: ShrewsburyFavorite movie: "Forrest Gump"

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Phil Berry

    PRESIDENT, JibunuCompany location: LeominsterResidence: MaynardFavorite movies: "Dan in Real Life," "A Man For All Seasons"

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Sarah Cole Camerer

    OWNER, Shrewsbury Counseling Center Inc.Company location: ShrewsburyResidence: Shrewsbury

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Lynette Paczkowski

    SENIOR ASSOCIATE, Bowditch & Dewey LLPCompany location: WorcesterResidence: Worcester

  • Editorial
    Editorial

    Editorial: State Must Guard Against Growing Casino Market

    We're not crazy about the introduction of casino gambling in Massachusetts, and we're not alone in that sentiment.

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Daniel Wright

    SENIOR SURETY BOND UNDERWRITER, Liberty Mutual SuretyCompany location: WestonResidence: Grafton

  • Central Mass. Officials Look For Balance Between Development, Land Preservation

    Emily Micucci

    Protecting open space is an initiative that state officials, private land trusts and conservation groups have been pursuing aggressively for several years.

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Ed Hardy

    OWNER, Central Rock Climbing CentersCompany locations: Worcester, Hadley, WatertownResidence: Worcester

  • Opinion
    Opinion

    China's Unstoppable Relevance

    Marcus Goncalves Special To The Worcester Business Journal

    I recently returned from China. While on my flight back, I came to the realization that although I teach about China, I had missed the point when it comes to that country's profile.

  • Page One Story
    Page One Story

    New Hope For New Homes: Central Mass. Builders See More Interest, Higher Prices

    Home builders who saw major slowdowns during and after the recession are starting to feel a bit better as the summer winds down.

  • Social Networking Takes Over The Workplace

    Christina Davis

    Software developer Virtusa may be based in Westborough, but it really only has a handful of employees there. Its footprint is truly global, with thousands of its programmers located in Sri Lanka and India.

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: James R. Goodhue

    ASSISTANT VP BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT/BRANCH MANAGER, Commerce BankBranch location: LeominsterResidence: Worcester

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Melody Milner

    ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL AID, Anna Maria CollegeCompany location: PaxtonResidence: North Brookfield

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Lindsay Kate Gerhardt

    VICE PRESIDENT, Barry Communications Company location: WorcesterResidence: BostonFavorite movie: "Good Will Hunting"

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Danielle Goode Pryor

    DIRECTOR OF MARKETING, Centage Corp.Company location: NatickResidence: HopkintonFavorite movie: "Field of Dreams"

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Kevin T. Grimes

    PORTFOLIO MANAGER & PRINCIPAL, Grimes & Co.Company location: WestboroughResidence: NeedhamFavorite movie: "Office Space"

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Sonja Brehm

    SENIOR DIRECTOR OF PRODUCT MANAGEMENT, Fallon Community Health PlanCompany location: WorcesterResidence: Dudley

  • Marlborough Firm ACT Hails Stem Cell Ruling

    Marlborough-based Advanced Cell Technology (ACT), which is developing stem cell treatments for eye diseases, praised a recent court ruling that it said will eliminate "major speed bumps" to getting federal funding.

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Michael Clark

    FOUNDER AND PRESIDENT, Cinch IT and Status RideCompany location: WorcesterResidence: Sutton

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Bryan Trainor

    VICE PRESIDENT OF MARKETING, Bulbs.comCompany location: WorcesterResidence: Brooklyn, Conn.Favorite movie: "Dr. Strangelove"

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Sarah Loy

    COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR AND DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE, Community Legal Aid Inc.Company location: WorcesterResidence: Worcester

  • Advice
    Advice

    Tangible Assets' New Tax Rules: Beware Of 4 Changes That Can Impact Businesses

    Crystal A. Germanese Special To The Worcester Business Journal

    Late last year, the IRS released a new set of temporary regulations on tangible asset costs that will likely affect most businesses, especially manufacturers and distributors.

  • Incorporations
    Incorporations

    Incorporations: Sept. 3

    These Central Massachusetts businesses filed incorporation papers with the Massachusetts Secretary of State's Office from June 1-15, 2012. Listed below are the corporate name, address, ZIP and president. ACTON

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Heather C. Arndt

    SENIOR FINANCIAL ADVISOR, Merrill LynchCompany location: WorcesterResidence: WorcesterFavorite movie: "Christmas Vacation"

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    Meet The 2012 40 Under Forty Judges

    Bonnie BiocchiBonnie Biocchi is president and CEO of the MetroWest Chamber of Commerce, based in Framingham.

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Michael J. Checkosky

    ASSISTANT VICE PRESIDENT/MORTGAGE CONSULTANT, Southbridge Savings BankCompany location: SouthbridgeResidence: Southbridge

  • Shop Talk
    Shop Talk

    A World View Of Manufacturing: Q&A With Wayne Canty Of Heat Trace Products

    Rick Saia

    His manufacturing firm may be small, but that doesn't stop Wayne Canty from doing big things in a global market.

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Alicia Williams

    Owner: Aliste Inc. Company location: Boylston Residence: Northborough Favorite movie: "Fools Rush In"

  • Advice
    Advice

    101: Strategic Thinking

    Making decisions that foster real change often involves thinking on many different levels all at once to get the maximum benefit. Good leaders have developed strategic thinking skills and continue to nurture them.

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: Jacqueline Rose Dube

    OWNER, Jacqueline Jase Face & Body Center LLCCompany location: WorcesterResidence: WorcesterFavorite movie: "Saturday Night Fever"

  • Focus On 40 Under Forty
    Focus On 40 Under Forty

    2012 40 Under Forty: John T. Peculis

    PRESIDENT AND CHIEF APPRAISER, Allied Appraisal Associates of NE Inc.Company location: WorcesterResidence: Charlton

  • Advice
    Advice

    10 Things I Know About ... Motivation

    Bill Sex

    Many organizations feel that if they could just figure out the fundamentals of motivation, dealing with employees would be so much easier.

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Today's Poll

Has your company created pathways for women, people of color and other minorities to advance to more senior positions?
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Poll Description

While shifting cultural norms in the business community have found hiring managers outwardly working toward hiring a more diverse staff, studies in the last few years by organizations like McKinsey & Co. and Regent University found women and people of color are promoted less frequently than their white male counterparts. This produces a dynamic where company leadership at many organizations remains dominated by white males even as the company's employees become more diversified.