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Running a small business in Worcester?  Hoping to start a business?  Stop by our Small Business Office Hours on Wednesday, June 25 to get free support on everything from funding to permitting. 🕙10AM - 12PM 📍311 Main Street, Suite 200 Questions? Contact Deeqo Jibril at…

Our summer interns got a firsthand look at how policy and economic development intersect during a recent tour of the Massachusetts State House! Interested in joining the fun this fall?  There are only a few days left to apply for the Fall 2025 Internship Program, which roles…

Massachusetts just made it easier for businesses to grow and succeed here. The new Business Front Door is a one-stop platform where companies can get personalized help navigating grants, loans, workforce programs, and more. Each business is matched with a dedicated Navigator -…

Yesterday, Interim Secretary Ashley Stolba attended the Legislative Economic Development Exposition at the State House. Organized by the Joint Committee on Eco Dev & Emerging Technologies, Chairs Sen. @Barry_Finegold and Rep. @CaroleFiola, this event was a great opportunity to…

We're raising the curtain on our Live Theater Tax Credit Program! 🎭 Live theater creates jobs, attracts visitors, and lets performers share their talents with us. Productions can now apply for help with payroll, transportation and more. Visit Mass.gov/LiveTheater.

July is Ice Cream Month in Massachusetts and there’s no better way to celebrate than by hitting the #IceCreamTrail! Interim Economic Development Secretary Ashley Stolba kicked it off with a visit to Smitty’s Ice Cream, a beloved local business with several Cape Cod locations.…

The Healey-Driscoll Administration has awarded nearly $10 million in tax credits to businesses across Massachusetts. These funds will give businesses the resources they need to expand, succeed, and create new jobs. The 8 awarded projects are participating in the Economic…

Massachusetts is the global hub of medical research and discovery. And we're going to keep it that way. More from @MALifeSciences Kirk Taylor on how we're creating jobs and accelerating innovation in the life sciences.

Governor Maura Healey has appointed Eric Paley as the next Secretary of Economic Development. A nationally recognized entrepreneur and venture capitalist, Paley brings decades of experience building and investing in some of the most innovative companies in the world. His…

Interim Secretary of Economic Development Ashley Stolba joined national leaders at #BIO2025 for a panel on economic development policy and partnerships in biomanufacturing. She underscored Massachusetts’ position as a global leader in life sciences, highlighting the…

#BIO2025 is the world’s biggest biotech convention, bringing together 20,000 industry leaders and innovators changing how we live, heal and care. And it’s back in Massachusetts — the global hub of life changing biotechnology 🧬

Interim Economic Development Secretary Ashley Stolba was proud to join @MALifeSciences to announce $3.7M in new funding to support 16 groundbreaking projects advancing women’s health innovation. The announcement was made during a special event ahead of the #BIO2025…

There’s a reason Massachusetts leads in life sciences. Top schools, companies, and talent — all connected by policies that drive discovery and grow our economy. At @LilaSciences, we announced a major investment through @MALifeSciences in companies creating 1.5K jobs statewide.

Charlton’s brand-new ORH3 @Amazon Facility employs over 1,000 workers, and features thousands of robots all designed and built in Massachusetts. It’s proof that technological innovation goes far beyond Boston. Great to see a global giant investing in every part of our state.

Since the mid-20th century, being on the cutting-edge of technological development has been critical to the U.S. economy. Today, the country is losing it’s position in a number of industries, and we have been far behind in critical minerals such as cobalt and nickel, which are…

Massachusetts continues to lead on the global tech stage. The 2025 Dealroom Global Tech Ecosystem Index ranks Greater Boston among the top tech hubs worldwide in several categories. With robust VC activity and unmatched research strength, our state remains a global leader in…

To mark National Small Business Month, the Executive Office of Economic Development is hitting the road with events across the Commonwealth. Through workshops and office hours, we are connecting entrepreneurs with tools, resources and one-on-one support.

Interim Economic Development Secretary Ashley Stolba toured Metropolitan Cabinets and Countertops in Norwood, a 2024 Mass. Economic Impact Award winner. Founded in 1984, this third-generation family business now employs 230 people and manufactures more than 90% of its cabinets…

Roche recently announced an expansion of its operations in Massachusetts, further strengthening the state’s position as a global hub for life sciences and biotech innovation. With a strong talent pipeline, research leadership and a collaborative ecosystem, Massachusetts continues…

EOED joined Sen. Bruce Tarr and Rep. Ann-Margaret Ferrante to tour the University of Massachusetts Amherst Gloucester Marine Station. The facility is in the middle of major upgrades that will include new outdoor research and education spaces, installation of a living seawall and…