June 13, 2011 Edition - Hartford Business Journal

News

Hartford vendor sees cash in parking garage ads

Hartford entrepreneur Gary Neff says he sees dollar signs on many parking garage he passes — not...

News

Cultivate creativity to grow lasting success

Paul was majoring in zoology at college. One semester he took a course in the study of...

Economy & Labor

Heat challenges outdoor businesses

As the temperate days of spring quickly slide into the hot days of summer this year, businesses...

Politics & Policy

One step forward, two back | Tax increases, economic development initiatives send mixed messages to CT business

Connecticut wants to attract and grow businesses, and tax them like crazy. The state’s business community...

News

Google Wallet not right for most retailers – yet

Google Wallet is going to change the world - at least if you believe the massive hype...

News

OTHER VOICES

By James T. Brett Step into any high school classroom on career day, or check in...

News

MoverS & Shakers

To submit items for Movers & Shakers, please email text and high-resolution photos to news@ hartfordbusiness.com....

Real Estate & Construction

WellPath Inc. buys Waterbury building for expansion

Nonprofit behavioral health provider WellPath Inc. paid $2.2 million for the Moriarity Building at 141 E. Main...

Politics & Policy

Anti-business cloud still hangs over state

Ever since Gov. Dannel P. Malloy lit up the business community with his proclamation that “Connecticut is...

Technology

Three funds raise capital for CT ventures

The state’s venture capital sector is showing signs of life. Three new funds have sprung up in...

News

Hartford Business Journal Business Champions 2011 – About the judges

Bill Field Field is president of Mintz & Hoke, a full-service advertising, marketing and public relations firm...

Legal & Courts

Federal GINA law adds Barriers for employers

By Michael J. Soltis and Tal A. Kadar Earlier this year, the federal Equal Employment Opportunity...

Energy

Massachusetts to pay 46 percent of CT tax

In passing a record $1.5 billion tax increase this year, Connecticut officials didn’t want to overburden the...

Politics & Policy

Haddam land swap OK’d; Malloy asks special session on jobs

A controversial measure to give a developer 17 acres overlooking the Connecticut River in exchange for 87...

Economy & Labor

Hartford flying high with pilots | National convention returning because city has everything it needs

The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association loves Hartford. The national organization usually moves around the country...

News

Wellness programs can cut costs | Health consultants, insurers say effective wellness programs show impressive results

Workplace wellness programs are becoming more commonplace as employers look to reduce skyrocketing health care costs for...

News

Best wellness programs gain employee buy-in

Workplace wellness programs are only as successful as their results prove, and for many such programs, the...

News

CCSU business school honors Travelers, CL&P

Central Connecticut State University’s School of Business recently honored Travelers Insurance Inc. and Connecticut Light & Power...

News

West Hartford’s choice lacks rhyme, reason

It’s not like writing for the Hartford Business Journal isn’t a great gig. The money, the cigars,...

News

Congress’ budget ax may hurt nonprofits

As Congress crafts a budget that addresses our nation’s long-term fiscal challenges, Foodshare and our partner agencies...

News

Hartford Business Journal Business Champions 2011

Saluting Business Champions In this the ninth year of Business Champions, something new has been added. In...

Energy

Green initiative leads firm to install auto charger

Q&A talks about sustainability initiatives with Deborah Laviero, vice president of marketing and business development for OFI...

Small Business

Talking Points

By Greta Schulz When you read a book then see the movie, which is typically better?...

Nonprofits

FOOD BANK RECEIVES DONATION

OF NOTE BRISTOL SERIAL ENTREPRENEUR FINALIST FOR REGIONAL HONOR David Hartmann, president of Hornet Marine...

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