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Opinion

  • Letter

    Net metering needs to be preserved

    February 1, 2016

    I am writing in response to the article, "Solar Without Subsidy" from Jan. 18.

    February 1, 2016
  • Viewpoint

    Mass. strong enough for GE

    John J. Mahoney Special To The Worcester Business Journal February 1, 2016

    The announcement that General Electric will be moving its headquarters to Boston marks a great victory for the state of Massachusetts.

    John J. Mahoney Special To The Worcester Business Journal February 1, 2016
  • Viewpoint

    Investing in millennials is an investment in Worcester

    Aivi Nguyen Special To The Worcester Business Journal January 18, 2016

    Anyone even remotely involved in the Worcester business community knows that there is a laser-focus on revitalizing the region's portfolio.

    Aivi Nguyen Special To The Worcester Business Journal January 18, 2016
  • Viewpoint

    H.E.A.R.T. opens doors for future leaders

    Gail E. Carberry And Mary Lou Retelle Special To The Worcester Business Journal January 4, 2016

    Communities are strongest when they have talented, passionate and college-educated professionals filling some of society's most important roles: firefighters, police officers and social workers.

    Gail E. Carberry And Mary Lou Retelle Special To The Worcester Business Journal January 4, 2016
  • VIEWPOINT

    Innovators need tools to protect trade secrets

    James T. Brett Special To The Worcester Business Journal December 7, 2015

    Here in New England, we pride ourselves on our vibrant and thriving innovation economy. Our region is home to an array of innovative businesses in information technology, life sciences, medical and manufacturing sectors, to name a few.

    James T. Brett Special To The Worcester Business Journal December 7, 2015
  • Viewpoint

    Worcester needs fiber to expand business options

    Timothy P. Murray November 23, 2015

    The Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce works to recruit, retain and incubate businesses in the region. We must understand the region's assets and market for business looking to move or expand.

    Timothy P. Murray November 23, 2015
  • Viewpoint

    Massachusetts needs women business leaders

    Karen E. Spilka November 9, 2015

    Women, as well as minorities, bring unique perspectives and experiences and make companies stronger. The Boston Club's annual census of women directors and executive officers cites these numbers, bluntly stating: “No More Excuses.”

    Karen E. Spilka November 9, 2015
  • Viewpoint

    Fitchburg's $4.6M airport upgrade to entice business interest

    Mary Jo Bohart, Special To The Worcester Business Journal October 26, 2015

    Economic development assets, whether for a community or for a region, often involve unique attributes that foster commercial growth and strengthen the desirability of a location.

    Mary Jo Bohart, Special To The Worcester Business Journal October 26, 2015
  • VIEWPOINT

    Worcester's foreign-born are major economic contributors

    David A. Jordan Special To The Worcester Business Journal October 12, 2015

    Today, 37 percent of local Worcester businesses are owned by foreign-born entrepreneurs, almost double the statewide rate. Foreign-born workers fill critical gaps in the region's STEM workforce, helping position Worcester for economic success.

    David A. Jordan Special To The Worcester Business Journal October 12, 2015
  • VIEWPOINT

    eVisiting the electronic MD

    William Corbett, Md Special To The Worcester Business Journal September 28, 2015

    If you have ever suffered with conjunctivitis, you know the symptoms are hard to miss.

    William Corbett, Md Special To The Worcester Business Journal September 28, 2015
  • VIEWPOINT

    Businesses aren’t done in helping women balance work, life

    Carla Mccall Special To The Worcester Business Journal September 14, 2015

    Nobody should have to choose between raising a family and pursuing a career. Yet that decision still looms large today, and women most often feel the pressure to choose one over the other. Striking life-work balance, or life-work integration, as I

    Carla Mccall Special To The Worcester Business Journal September 14, 2015
  • VIEWPOINT

    Investing in Mass. schools pays off for students, employers, state

    John Mahoney Special To The Worcester Business Journal August 31, 2015

    Massachusetts has always been a leader in education. We're honored to live in a state that has the first and oldest existing public school in the U.S. (Boston Latin), and the first and oldest university (Harvard).

    John Mahoney Special To The Worcester Business Journal August 31, 2015
  • Viewpoint

    Grooming the next generation of leaders in Greater Worcester

    Timothy P. Murray Special To The Worcester Business Journal August 17, 2015

    Worcester's downtown is experiencing a metamorphosis. And it's in no small part the result of forward-thinking leaders who have forged collaborative partnerships, taken risks and motivated others to exceed expectations.

    Timothy P. Murray Special To The Worcester Business Journal August 17, 2015
  • VIEWPOINT

    Make room for 'social business'

    David A. Jordan Special To The Worcester Business Journal July 20, 2015

    Does business have any responsibility in addressing social issues or needs?

    David A. Jordan Special To The Worcester Business Journal July 20, 2015
  • VIEWPOINT

    PawSox to WooSox? Sure! But without public funding

    Victor MathesonSpecial To The Worcester Business Journal June 22, 2015

    Earlier this year, the Worcester Sharks announced they would leave the DCU Center for California. With the hockey team's departure, Worcester is without a professional sports franchise for the first time in over 20 years.

    Victor MathesonSpecial To The Worcester Business Journal June 22, 2015
  • VIEWPOINT

    MBTA money must help transit system move forward

    Kristina Egan And Jesse Mermell Special To The Worcester Business Journal June 8, 2015

    Everybody, it seems, has an opinion about what's wrong with the MBTA and how to fix it.

    Kristina Egan And Jesse Mermell Special To The Worcester Business Journal June 8, 2015