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Opinion

  • Build on bipartisan legacy

    Charlie Baker And Karyn Polito Special To The Worcester Business Journal October 27, 2014

    Recently, we released a statewide economic development plan designed to expand the economy, create jobs and strengthen our communities.

    Charlie Baker And Karyn Polito Special To The Worcester Business Journal October 27, 2014
  • Invest in our citizens

    Martha Coakley Special To The Worcester Business Journal October 27, 2014

    I'm running for governor because I believe we have an opportunity right now to build an economy on our terms, not Wall Street's, that's prosperous and fair and gives everyone a fair shot.

    Martha Coakley Special To The Worcester Business Journal October 27, 2014
  • Helping startups thrive pays off for the entire community

    Ryan Leary Special To The Worcester Business Journal September 29, 2014

    Worcester has potential to put itself on the map of the startup world, but there is some discussion about what it takes, how it gets done and how important to the city it really is.

    Ryan Leary Special To The Worcester Business Journal September 29, 2014
  • Tesla’s removal of patent restrictions a boost for electric cars

    Christine Fimognari Special To The Worcester Business Journal September 15, 2014

    In an unexpected move that may have a big impact on transportation, luxury electric car maker Tesla Motors announced in June that it will allow others to freely use its patented technologies in the spirit of the open source movement.

    Christine Fimognari Special To The Worcester Business Journal September 15, 2014
  • Viewpoint: For the benefit of N.E. business growth, Congress must renew Export-Import charter

    James T. Brett Special To The Worcester Business Journal September 1, 2014

    With some 95 percent of today's consumers beyond our borders, it's difficult not to acknowledge that the United States needs to increase its exports to thrive economically. As consumer strength grows across the globe, the U.S.

    James T. Brett Special To The Worcester Business Journal September 1, 2014
  • Why I’m moving my company to downtown Worcester

    David Crouch August 17, 2014

    After six successful years of starting up a business in Northborough, my company is looking to raise money, grow our national client base, build new products and hire young talent, and to do that we're moving our offices.

    To Worcester.

    David Crouch August 17, 2014
  • Viewpoint: Market Basket feud highlights value of listening to workers

    Gary Chaison Special To The Worcester Business Journal August 4, 2014

    As the workers of Market Basket's 71-store grocery chain continue with their demonstrations and consumer boycott against the company, we have to ask: What this is really all about?

    Gary Chaison Special To The Worcester Business Journal August 4, 2014
  • Less economic uncertainty leads to more hope for small businesses

    Richard C. Lord Special To The Worcester Business Journal July 21, 2014

    Five years after the Great Recession officially ended, small employers in Massachusetts are suddenly feeling better about business conditions and prospects.

    Richard C. Lord Special To The Worcester Business Journal July 21, 2014
  • Want more revenue? Small businesses must think outside the state

    Stephen A. Schuster Special To The Worcester Business Journal June 23, 2014

    Most small- to medium-sized businesses are naturally focused on relatively local customer audiences.

    Stephen A. Schuster Special To The Worcester Business Journal June 23, 2014
  • Gateway Cities key for continued growth in Bay State

    Craig L. Blais Special To The Worcester Business Journal June 9, 2014

    Gateway Cities, such as Fitchburg and Worcester, are in a unique position of combating the perceptions that come with older industrial centers while building upon the remnants of that industrial heritage to foster the industries of tomorrow.

    Craig L. Blais Special To The Worcester Business Journal June 9, 2014
  • Energy boost can benefit bottom line for Mass. manufacturers

    Shaun Pandit Special To The Worcester Business Journal May 26, 2014

    As anyone who runs a business in Massachusetts knows, managing the cost of electricity and natural gas is a constant challenge.

    Shaun Pandit Special To The Worcester Business Journal May 26, 2014
  • Numbers shed light on how Mass. economy can keep growing

    Frank Conte And Mark Olivera Special To The Worcester Business Journal May 11, 2014

    It's quite possible that Massachusetts long ago shed the “Taxachusetts” label by embracing sound tax policies such as Proposition 2½, fostering pro-growth innovation companies and retooling its human capital through the Education Reform Act of

    Frank Conte And Mark Olivera Special To The Worcester Business Journal May 11, 2014
  • Pending chemical bills pose a threat to Mass. environment, residents

    Michael O. Moore Special To The Worcester Business Journal April 28, 2014

    Massachusetts has never hesitated to take the lead and pass laws to protect its citizens. From improvements in highway and traffic safety to domestic violence legislation, the commonwealth has always emphasized the security of its residents.

    Michael O. Moore Special To The Worcester Business Journal April 28, 2014
  • On energy policy, U.S. has come a long way from ‘jawboning’

    Vincent Devito Special To The Worcester Business Journal April 14, 2014

    During President George W. Bush's administration, we used the term “jawboning” to address just about any energy crisis.

    Vincent Devito Special To The Worcester Business Journal April 14, 2014
  • ‘Frontier’ markets bring all-new opportunities and challenges

    Marcus Goncalves Special To The Worcester Business Journal March 31, 2014

    Emerging markets have been on a tear over the past decade. BRICS countries — Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa — powered the high growth rate in those economies, despite volatility.

    Marcus Goncalves Special To The Worcester Business Journal March 31, 2014
  • Is the Health Connector really getting better all the time?

    David A. Shore Special To The Worcester Business Journal March 17, 2014

    Ninety-seven days.

    David A. Shore Special To The Worcester Business Journal March 17, 2014