Nearly 100 business leaders showed up at the historic Francis Parkman House to officially introduce Eric Esteves to the larger business community and launch a $5 million fund-raising campaign.
The $5 million fund-raising campaign effort has already raised $1.2 million for the Boston Main Streets Foundation, a public-private initiative to revitalize the city’s commercial districts.
In Uphams Corner, a partnership between JP Morgan and the Dorchester Bay EDC helps small businesses pay rent, fend off gentrification.
The size of the capital gap for Massachusetts businesses of color has increased by 5% between 2019 and 2022, based on the estimated annual unmet demand for financing for these businesses.
Congratulations to the 7 Boston businesses in the first round of grant recipients from National Grid's Small Business Impact Initiative, each of which receives a $10K capacity-building grant!
GBH News Morning Edition Co-host Paris Alston talks with residents and business owners here to find out.
With new development comes concerns about gentrification for residents and businesses alike.
The East Boston Holiday Lighting Program is raising funds for holiday lighting for Maverick Square, Day Square, Orient Heights, and Central Square.
Ideally, the more consumers who can build up their habit of buying locally for everyday items, the better it will be for our Main Street businesses — and the economy overall in Massachusetts.
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu kicked off a new effort to support the development of minority-owned businesses in the hopes that these firms can ultimately win a quarter of city contracts issued every year.
During the week of October 30, 2023, the City of Boston is planning a week of exciting announcements and workshop opportunities for businesses to participate in City contracting.
By participating in Small Business Saturday on November 25, you’ll enjoy connecting with others in community while making a positive impact on businesses.