Congratulations to the Top Women-Owned Businesses

Associated Industries of Massachusetts | Business Confidence | Economy | Manufacturing | Massachusetts

Business Confidence Strengthens in September

Business confidence rose last month as the Federal Reserve lowered interest rates amid generally stable economic activity. The…

Housing

Can Your Employees Afford to Live Near your Business?

By Brooke Thomson President & CEO On October 7, I stood with Attorney General Andrea Campbell at a…

Associated Industries of Massachusetts | Business | Manufacturing

Accutech Success Comes in Many Packages

Editor’s note – AIM is celebrating Manufacturing Month in October by profiling Massachusetts manufacturers who are building the…

Associated Industries of Massachusetts | Ballot Questions | Business | Human Resources | Workforce

Vote No on Question 2

By Brooke Thomson President and CEO In 2023, Associated Industries of Massachusetts honored Worcester Technical High School and…

Ask the Helpline: Opening on Columbus and Veterans Day

Question Our employees have questioned our policy to remain open on Columbus/Indigenous Peoples Day and Veterans Day. Are…

Employment Law | Human Resources | Workforce

The Presidential Election and the Workplace

In a highly charged election season, employers may encounter workplace challenges related to politics. Some employers are unsure…

Economic Development | Economy | Public Policy

State Finance Chief Optimistic about Economy

The state’s chief financial officer expressed guarded optimism yesterday about the Massachusetts economy while acknowledging continued fiscal challenges…

Business | Economy | Manufacturing

Innovation Fuels Growth at Manufacturer Kinefac

Editor’s note – AIM is celebrating Manufacturing Month in October by profiling Massachusetts manufacturers who are building the…

Business | Diversity | Economic Development | Small Business

CandleLux: The Sweet Scent of Success

When is a candle more than a candle? Lance McBrayer, the founder of CandleLux in Boston, believes that…

Associated Industries of Massachusetts | Business

Thomson Named to BBJ ‘Power 50’ List of Influential Business Leaders

AIM President and CEO Brooke Thomson has been selected as one of the region’s most influential business leaders…

Business | Health Care | Human Resources | Workforce

Navigating the Unique Health-Care Compliance Landscape: A Guide for Employers

by Equifax Workforce Solutions If you have employees in Massachusetts, you’re likely aware that you’re responsible for complying…

Massachusetts

Governor to Kick Off Massachusetts 250

On Tuesday, September 17, Governor Maura Healey and Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll will host a kick-off for Massachusetts…

Avoid Discrimination When Conducting Layoffs

Many employers are considering layoffs or workforce reductions in today’s uncertain economy.  When planning a layoff, it’s crucial…

Associated Industries of Massachusetts | Employment Law | Human Resources | Workforce

Ask the Helpline: Handling Requests for Religious Accommodation

Question As we head into autumn and with recent hires, we anticipate receiving requests for religious accommodation. I’ve…

Business | Diversity | Economic Development | Economy

Supplier Diversity Effort Creates Vibrant Marketplace

By Karen Wallace EVP, Economic Inclusion The AIM Business Connect supplier diversity initiative has provided introductions leading to…

Associated Industries of Massachusetts | Business | Economy | Employment Law | Human Resources | Workforce

Massachusetts Law Again Covers Non-Competes

By Brooke Thomson President and CEO  The use of non-compete agreements once again rests with Massachusetts law.  That’s…

Business

The Power of Mediation

By Lisa A. Romeo Vice President, American Arbitration Association In the world of business, conflicts and disputes are…

Human Resources

Renewed Emphasis on Preventing Harassment in EEOC and MCAD Guidance

Earlier this year, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued updated guidance on enforcing anti-discrimination laws regarding workplace…

Associated Industries of Massachusetts

AIM Expands Communication to Members

By Brooke Thomson President and CEO AIM is improving the way we communicate important information to our 3,400…

Human Resources

Ask the Helpline: Should You Require an Applicant’s Home Address on Employment Applications?

Q.  We recently had an applicant omit their home address on our employment application. Nobody has ever done…

Business Confidence | Economy | Manufacturing

Employers Remain Cautious about Economy

Massachusetts employers remain marginally optimistic but cautious as the economy reaches an inflection point on inflation, employment and…