June 2, 2014 Edition - Hartford Business Journal

Energy

CT waste future leaves trash-to-energy in dust

The state legislature has rung the death knell for trash-to-energy in Connecticut.

Health Care

New UConn facility offers blueprint for patient-centered care

As a UConn Health Center faculty member for more than two decades, Dr. Denis Lafreniere saw first-hand the medical center's Farmington facilities become outdated in recent years.

Health Care

Looking for a competitive edge

As the UConn Health Center prepares to open a new patient tower and outpatient pavilion over the next few years, hospital administrators hope it will give the medical center a competitive boost.

Health Care

Anthem takes 53% of health exchange market share

Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield won the initial market share battle for newly insured residents through the state's health insurance exchange, but its lead was narrowed by its closest competitor.

Manufacturing

Z-Medica shifts focus amid declining military business

If you're lucky, you'll never need the wound-clotting gauze, bandages or pads produced by Wallingford manufacturer Z-Medica. But in a dire situation, the company's QuikClot products just might save your life or someone else's.

Energy

‘Vertical developer,’ MDC rally to Windsor’s Great Pond

Great Pond Village, the proposed billion-dollar mixed-use development for Windsor's Day Hill Road corridor, has identified and is closing in on a pact with a “vertical developer” to erect the first of hundreds of houses, apartment units and commercial buildings, its promoter says.

Real Estate & Construction

Weaver’s redo advances sans fieldhouse; auditorium in limbo

As Weaver High School's proposed makeover inches closer, plans currently don't include renovations to the North End...

Banking & Finance

Legal questions weigh on CT’s medical marijuana industry

Connecticut's medical marijuana law was enacted two years ago and has resulted in the approval and siting of production and dispensing operations throughout the state. However, the use of marijuana in any form remains illegal under federal law, creating many legal questions and challenges for businesses and patients.

News

Secrets to surviving, thriving in the office workplace

“Business Without the Bullsh*t: 49 Secrets and Shortcuts You Should Know” by Geoffrey James (Business Plus, $27)....

News

Farmington Bank walks against hunger

Over 30 Farmington Bank employees along with their family and friends recently joined together in support of...

Health Care

Taming long-term care’s looming crisis

Q&A talks about the challenges facing the long-term care industry with Marcum LLP's Matthew S. Bavolack, principal and national healthcare practice group leader and Frank J. Miceli, partner and New England healthcare practice group leader.

Banking & Finance

Geezeo’s mobile finance tools find banks’ sweet spot

In 2009, Peter Glyman and Shawn Ward, co-founders of Geezeo, a Tolland-based personal finance management software company, faced a possibility nearly any startup would envy: the chance at a $12 million dollar buyout from the Street.com, founded by investing guru Jim Cramer of CNBC's Mad Money.

Energy

Real energy vs. greens’ subsidized fantasies

If America's hydrocarbon boom has a lesson to teach, it is this: Don't take career advice from moonbats.

Energy

Tough decisions remain for city leaders

Hartford businesses are breathing a sigh of relief after the city council last week approved a $552...

Nonprofits

Nonprofit Notebook

The Health Sciences Library at St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center was recently named in honor of...

Real Estate & Construction

CT mansion sales spotlight real estate investment trust viability

The market for high-end mansions seems to be reheating in Connecticut with two, 50-acre plus estates selling in April, one setting the all-time record for a residential purchase.

Advertising, Media & Marketing

Strategies to boost your trade show booth traffic

Trade shows can be a great networking opportunity. By attending the right trade shows you can meet...

Health Care

New collaborative takes aim at avoidable medical tests

In recent years, as healthcare reform has been hotly debated on a national level, there's been no shortage of pundits and politicians explaining the industry's skyrocketing costs — from medical malpractice lawsuits to overuse of emergency rooms to new high-tech, but costly, procedures.

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