In this month's issue, we feature a story about the proposed redevelopment of the Hanover Mall, and what it tells us about the world of retail right now. We also share profiles of The Cape Cod Bag Company and Cape Cod Charitable FunRaisers, as well as Toolbox articles to educate, and the regional business news and economic development updates you need.
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Employer confidence slips in July
Massachusetts employer confidence meandered through the first full month of the summer, edging down during July but remaining well within optimistic territory. The Associated Industries of Massachusetts Business Confidence Index shed 0.3 points to 61.5 last month, leaving it 6.4 points higher than a year ago. The Index has gained ground in five of seven months so far in 2017. Read more here.
Citizens Bank and NECN now accepting applications for Champions in Action program
Citizens Bank and NECN are now accepting applications for the first Champions in Action of 2018, this time in the community arts category. The Champions in Action program provides financial, volunteer, and public relations support to local nonprofits. Read more here.
Learn everything you need to know about selling or buying a business
Selling your business? Buying a business? Our Sept. 21 event is ideal for small business owners, sole proprietors, entrepreneurs, and family businesses who want to understand how to estimate the value of their business that they are selling or one they want to buy. Learn more and register here!
Pauline Neves promoted to Vice President of Philanthropy at HopeHealth
HopeHealth has announced the promotion of Pauline Neves, CFRE, to vice president of philanthropy for HopeHealth in Massachusetts. Neves has been with HopeHealth since 2004, serving as director of philanthropy for the last five years.
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The Law at Work: Employees' use of medical marijuana
With the legalization in Massachusetts of medical marijuana, the issue of whether and to what extent employers may lawfully address an employee's use of medical marijuana, including an employer's refusal to employ users of medical marijuana, just got a bit less certain and more complicated.
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