Kim Driscoll, Salem Mayor
Broadcast Date: January 15, 2022
Dr. Katie Kahl, The Blue Economy
Broadcast Date: December 18, 2021
Christine Abrams
Broadcast Date: December 4, 2021
Bob Nelson
Broadcast Date: November 27, 2021
Beth Francis
Broadcast Date: November 13, 2021
Chaitra Sanders
Broadcast Date: November 6, 2021
Jen Breaker
Broadcast Date: October 30, 2021
Bob Nelson
Broadcast Date: October 23, 2021
Salem Mayor, Kim Driscoll
Broadcast Date: October 16, 2021
Annie Harris
Broadcast Date: October 9, 2021
Sen Joan Lovely
Broadcast Date: October 2, 2021
Kate Fox from Destination Salem
Broadcast Date: September 25, 2021
Dr. David Roberts, Mass General Brigham Salem Hospital
Broadcast Date: September 18, 2021
MBTA
Broadcast Date: September 4, 2021
Mayor Bettencourt
Broadcast Date: August 28, 2021
Paul Ventresca – Masshire – North Shore Career Center
Broadcast Date: August 7, 2021
Kylie Sullivan Salem Main Streets
Broadcast Date: July 24, 2021
Ann Marie Casey
Broadcast Date: July 17, 2021
Beth Damico And Tom Rossignoll
Broadcast Date: June 26, 2021
Diana Weinburg, SCORE Certified Mentor, Chair, Northeast Chapter 0411
Saturday, June 19, 2021, at 7:00 am, featured Diana Weinburg, SCORE Certified Mentor, Chair, Northeast Chapter 0411. Tune in to learn more about SCORE and the opportunities and resources it has for aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners.
Colin Codner, Executive Director, Greater Lynn Chamber of Commerce
Saturday, June 12, 2021, at 7:00 am, featured Colin Codner, Executive Director, Greater Lynn Chamber of Commerce. Tune in to learn more about this exciting Chamber and the contributions they make to their members and the Greater Lynn area.
Mary Sarris, Executive Director of MassHire North Shore Workforce Board
Saturday, June 5, 2021, at 7:00 am, we welcomed Mary Sarris, Executive Director of MassHire North Shore Workforce Board, and Katie Crowder, Manager of Youth Workforce Initiatives, and Ann-Marie O’Keefe, Manager of North Shore Youth Career Center will be discussing the Youth Services Program and the Summer Youth Employment Program.
Ken Riehl, CEO of the Cape AnnChamber of Commerce
Saturday, May 29, 2021, at 7:00 am, we welcomed Ken Riehl, CEO of the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce who shared the many exciting events, initiatives, and programs that are helping Cape Ann small businesses make a strong recovery from the COVID-91 pandemic.
Gaby King Morse, CEO of the Center for Women & Enterprise
Saturday, May 22, 2021, at 7:00 am, we welcomed Gaby King Morse, CEO of the Center for Women & Enterprise who shared how this non-profit organization provides opportunities for women entrepreneurs and women in business to increase their professional success, personal growth, and financial independence.
State Representative Paul Tucker
Saturday, May 15, 2021, at 7:00 am, State Representative Paul Tucker provided our audience with an update from his District and the State House.
Ann Marie Casey, Executive Director, North of Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau
Saturday, May 1, 2021, at 7:00 am, we welcomed Ann Marie Casey, Executive Director, North of Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau, who updated our audience about Tourism on the North Shore including resources and opportunities as we transition from COVID-19 restrictions.
Chris Bolzan, Executive Director Gloucester Maritime Genomics Institute
Saturday, April 24, 2021, at 7:00 am, we welcomed Chris Bolzan, Executive Director of Gloucester Maritime Genomics Institute (GMGI) Who will update our audience on how GMGI is addressing critical challenges facing our oceans, human health, and the environment through scientific research and education.
Mayor Kimberley Driscoll of the City of Salem
Saturday, April 17, 2021, at 7:00 am, we welcomed Mayor Kimberley Driscoll of the City of Salem who will update our audience on her priorities, challenges, and what is on the horizon for Salem and the region.
Mayor Thomas M. McGee City of Lynn
Saturday, April 10, 2021, featured Mayor Thomas M. McGee of the City of Lynn. Tune in to learn about the challenges and opportunities in Lynn and the region over the last year and what may be on the horizon.
Massachusetts Competitive Partnership Jay Ash, President & CEO
Saturday, April 3, 2021, featured Jay Ash, President & CEO of the Massachusetts Competitive Partnership (MACP). Tune in to hear how the MACP is promoting job growth and competitiveness in the Commonwealth by working in collaboration with public officials and businesses and civic leaders in Massachusetts.
U.S. Small Business Administration Massachusetts District Director Bob Nelson
Saturday, March 20, 2021, featured SBA’s Massachusetts District Director Bob Nelson who will be providing important updates on grants.
Northeast Regional Prior Learning Assessment Consortium with Dr. Cristy Sugarman & Heather Mayer
Saturday, March 13, 2021, featured Northeast Regional Prior Learning Assessment Consortium (NERPLAC) with Dr. Cristy Sugarman, Executive Director of Center for Alternative Studies & Educational Testing and Heather Mayer, Project Coordinator. NERPLAC, lead by NSCC and supported by the Essex County Community Foundation provides Essex and Middlesex County residents the chance to earn college credit for prior learning and work experience.
The Senator Joan B. Lovely Massachusetts State Senate
Saturday, February 27, 2021, featured Senator Joan B. Lovely, Assistant Majority Leader, who will provide a Senate Update on a wide variety of state and local issues and initiatives.
Edward A. Palleschi, Undersecretary Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR)
Saturday, February 20, 2021, featured Edward A. Palleschi, Undersecretary, Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR) for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Tune in to learn about how OCABR is protecting Massachusetts consumers.
The Salem Loan Fund
Saturday, February 13, 2021, featured Tom Daniel, Director of Planning & Community Development from the City of Salem, Stratton Lloyd, Executive Vice President & COO of the Essex County Community Foundation, and Aaron Lackman, Commercial Services Manager of the Mill Cities Community Investments who will discuss the Salem Loan Fund.
Carolyn A. Kirk, Executive Director Massachusetts Technology Collaborative (MassTech)
This Saturday, February 6, 2021, featured Carolyn A. Kirk, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative (MassTech) who will discuss how MassTech supports business formation and growth in the state’s technology sector, helping Massachusetts lead in the global digital economy.
State Representative Sally Kerans
Saturday, January 30, 2021, featured State Representative Sally Kerans who will provide listeners with her perspective, priorities, and updates from her District and the State House.
Christine Abrams, President & CEO of the Commonwealth Corporation
Saturday, January 23, 2021, featured Christine Abrams, President & CEO of the Commonwealth Corporation. Tune in to learn about this quasi-public workforce development agency that strengthens the skills of Massachusetts youth and adults by investing in innovative partnerships with industry, education and workforce organizations.
Mary W. Sarris, of the MassHire North Shore WIB, Paul Ventresca of MassHire North Shore Career Center, Bonnie Carr, and Heidi Riccio of Essex North Shore Agricultural & Technical School.
Saturday, January 16, 2021, featured Mary W. Sarris, of the MassHire North Shore WIB, Paul Ventresca of MassHire North Shore Career Center, Bonnie Carr, and Heidi Riccio of Essex North Shore Agricultural & Technical School. This panel will be discussing the many training programs and adult education currently being offered at no cost.
Lawrence D. Andrews, President & CEO Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation (MGCC)
Saturday, January 2, 2021 featured Lawrence D. Andrews, President & CEO of Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation (MGCC) who will discuss the $668 million Business Relief package that will be administered on behalf of the Commonwealth.
Massachusetts State Representative Thomas P. Walsh
Saturday, December 26, 2020 featured Massachusetts State Representative Thomas P. Walsh.
104.9 FM North Shore Conversations Featuring Amplify Latinx
Saturday, December 19, 2020 featured Betty Francisco & Eneida Roman- Co-Founders and Rosario Ubiera-Minaya, Executive Director of Amplify Latinx.
Amplify Latinx is a non-partisan, collaborative movement whose mission is to build Latinx economic and political power by significantly increasing Latinx civic engagement, economic opportunity and representation in leadership positions across sectors. Learn about how Amplify Latinx is advancing the next generation of Latinx civically engaged and empowered leaders.
Keiko Matsudo Orrall, Executive Director Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism
Saturday, December 5, 2020 featured Keiko Matsudo Orrall, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism.
Bruce Tarr, State Senator, 1st Essex and Middlesex District
Broadcast Date: November 28, 2020
Kurt Steinberg, President, Montserrat College of Art
Saturday, November 21, 2020 featured President Kurt Steinberg of Montserrat College of Art.
Kate Machet, Digital Divide – Director of Strategic Initiatives, Essex County Community Foundation, and Stratton Lloyd, Digital Divide – Executive Vice President & COO, Essex County Community Foundation
Saturday, November 14, 2020 featured Stratton Lloyd, President & COO and Kate Machet, Director of Strategic Initiatives, Community Leadership from ECCF (Essex County Community Foundation).
Larry Andrews, Rebroadcast – President, Mass Growth Capital Corporation
Re-Broadcast Date: November 7, 2020
Larry Andrews, President, Mass Growth Capital Corporation
Saturday, October 31, 2020 featured Lawrence D. Andrews, President & CEO of Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation (MGCC).
Tune in and learn about the $50.8 million in grants that have been made available to support small businesses during COVID-19. An overview of small business grants currently available and other MGCC resources will be discussed.
Kate Fox, Executive Director, Destination Salem
Saturday, October 24, 2020 featured Kate Fox, Executive Director of Designation Salem.
As the official destination marketing organization for the City of Salem, Destination Salem cooperatively markets Salem as one of Massachusetts’ best destinations for families, couples, domestic and international travelers who are seeking an authentic New England experience, cultural enrichment, American history, fine dining, unique shopping and fun.
North Shore Conversations Featuring: Senator Joan B. Lovely
Saturday, October 17, 2020 Featured Senator Joan B. Lovely, Assistant Majority Leader, who will provide a Beacon Hill update including COVID-19 relief efforts and impacts.
Senator Lovely serves as Assistant Majority Leader; Chair of the Senate and Joint Committees on Rules; and Vice Chair of the Joint Committee on Education and the Senate Committee on Personnel and Administration. Her other assignments include membership on the Senate Committee on Steering and Policy, Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security, and Senate and Joint Committees on Ways and Means.
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North Shore Conversations Featuring:
- Deanne Healey, President of Peabody Main Streets
- Kylie Sullivan, Executive Director of Salem Main Streets
- Gin Wallace, Executive Director of Beverly Main Streets
Saturday, October 9, 2020 featured: Deanne Healey, President of Peabody Main Streets; Kylie Sullivan, Executive Director of Salem Main Streets; and Gin Wallace, Executive Director of Beverly Main Streets. Tune in and listen to how Main Streets is working during COVID-19 to build partnerships, market districts, and strengthen and improve the physical appearances of downtowns.
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North Shore Conversations Featuring Mayor Edward A. Bettencourt of the City of Peabody
Saturday, October 3, 2020 featured Mayor Edward A. Bettencourt of the City of Peabody. Tune in and listen to how Peabody is addressing COVID-19 and the many initiatives that continue to move forward.
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North Shore Conversations Featuring President John D. Keenan, Salem State University
Saturday, September 26, 2020 featured Salem State University President John D. Keenan. Tune in and listen to an update on the University’s priorities, initiatives and fall activities.
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North Shore Conversations Featuring Mayor Michael P. Cahill, City of Beverly
Saturday, September 19, 2020 featured Mayor Michael P. Cahill of the City of Beverly. Tune in and listen to how Beverly is addressing COVID-19 and moving forward.
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North Shore Conversations Featuring President Kurt T. Steinberg of Montserrat College of Art
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North Shore Conversations Featuring Mayor Kimberley Driscoll City of Salem
Saturday, September 5, 2020 featured Salem’s Mayor Kimberely Driscoll who will cover a wide range of topics including the City’s efforts to address the COVID-19 pandemic.
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North Shore Conversations Featuring James T. Brett, President & CEO The New England Council
Saturday, August 29, 2020 featured James T. Brett, President and Chief Executive Officer of The New England Council. The Council is a nationally respected and influential regional organization. It is an alliance of schools, hospitals, corporations, and other private organizations throughout New England, working together to promote economic growth and a high quality of life in the region. It identifies and supports federal policies of importance to all six states, and advocates for its membership regionally and nationally. President Brett will be discussing the Council’s priorities, programs, and economic development in the region.
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North Shore Conversations Featuring Mayor Thomas M. McGee, City of Lynn
Saturday, August 22, 2020 featured Mayor Thomas M. McGee from the City of Lynn who discuss how the City is responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, the many economic development projects occurring in Lynn, and his advice to our listeners about the upcoming months.
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North Shore Conversations Featuring Nate Bryant, Interim President North shore Community College
Saturday, August 8, 2020 featured Nate Bryant, Interim President of North Shore Community College who will discuss the many pathways of education that are provided to students and the impact of North Shore Community College in the region.
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North Shore Conversations Featuring Dr. David J. Roberts, MD Mass General Brigham Salem Hospital
North Shore Conversations Featuring Chris Dempsey, Director of Transportation for Massachusetts (T4MA)
Saturday, July 25, 2020 discussion on how T4MA focuses on improving transportation across the Commonwealth and advocates at the state, federal, and local levels for transportation policies that are innovative, sustainable, and environmentally friendly.
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North Shore Conversations Featuring Lawrence D. Andrews, President & CEO of Mass Growth Capital Corporation (MGCC).
Saturday, July 18, 2020 hear about how MGCC is helping small businesses and financial and economic development professions including COVID-19 efforts.
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North Shore Conversations Featuring members of the City of Salem’s Economic Development Recovery and Revitalization (EDRR) Task Force including:
- Tom Daniel, Director of Planning & Community Development, City of Salem
- John Andrews, Owner, Creative Collective
- Elizabeth Debski, Executive Director, The Salem Partnership
- Kate Fox, Executive Director, Destination Salem
- Christine Madore – Salem Ward 2 Councillor
- Laura Swanson, Executive Director, North Shore Alliance for Economic Development & Enterprise Center
- Rinus Oosthoek, Executive Director Salem Chamber of Commerce
Saturday, July 11, 2020
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North Shore Conversations Featuring Senator Brendan Crighton
July 4, 2020 featured Senator Brendan Crighton who will provide important updates on the Senate’s efforts to address the COVID-19 pandemic including impacts on housing, transportation and more
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North Shore Conversations Featuring Salem Mayor Kim Driscoll
June 27, 2020 featured Mayor Kim Driscoll of Salem, MA who will provide important updates on the City of Salem’s efforts to address the COVID-19 pandemic including the Economic Development Recovery and Revitalization Task Force, reopening Salem under the Commonwealth’s Phase II, the next fiscal year and school openings, and more.
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North Shore Conversations Featuring U.S. Small Business Administration Massachusetts District Director Bob Nelson
June 20, 2020 features SBA’s Massachusetts District Director Bob Nelson who will provide important updates on the Paycheck Protection Program, reopening of the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL), and other timely information.
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North Shore Conversations Featuring Ken Riehl, Chief Executive Officer Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce
June 13, 2020 featured Ken Riehl, CEO of the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce who will share with our listeners what is happening on Cape Ann and how businesses are being supported during this challenging time.
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North Shore Conversations Featuring Mary W. Sarris, Executive Director of MassHire North Shore Workforce Board & Mark Whitmore, Executive Director MassHire North Shore.
Saturday, May 30, 2020 featured Mary W. Sarris, Executive Director of MassHire North Shore Workforce Board and Mark Whitmore, Executive Director MassHire North Shore. Listen to this podcast to learn updates and information about Massachusetts Unemployment Assistance, Virtual Job Fairs, WorkShare Program, and more.
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North Shore Conversations Featuring David Greenbaum, RS – City of Salem Health Agent Reopening of the Economy – Board of Health Perspective
Saturday, May 23, 2020 featured David Greenbaum, RS – City of Salem Health Agent who will provided a Board of Health perspective on reopening the Economy.
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North Shore Conversations Featuring Anya Wilczynski, Manager of Membership & Programs Essex National Heritage Area
Saturday, May 15, 2020 will featured Anya Wilczynski of Essex National Heritage Area who will provided information how to experience the cultural, natural, and historic resources in the heritage area–even through social distancing.
North Shore Conversations Featuring State Representative Tom Walsh
Saturday, May 9, 2020 featured State Representative Tom Walsh who provided insight and information about his work in the Legislature and efforts to address the COVID-19 pandemic.
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North Shore Conversations Podcast Featuring Kate Fox, Executive Director, Destination Salem
Saturday, May 2, 2020 will feature Kate Fox, the Executive Director of Destination Salem who will provide insight into the tourism industry and impacts of COVID-19.
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North Shore Conversations Podcast Featuring Senator Joan B. Lovely Assistant Majority Leader Massachusetts State Senate
Saturday, April 25, 2020 we featured Senator Joan B. Lovely, Assistant Majority Leader, who provided a COVID-19 update and discussed the work in the Senate to address this crisis.
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North Shore Conversations Podcast Featuring ECCF’s Stratton Lloyd, COO and Vice President for Community Leadership, and Karen Ristuben, Program Director.
Saturday, April 18, 2020 featured ECCF’s Stratton Lloyd, COO and Vice President for Community Leadership, and Karen Ristuben, Program Director. Learn about the Creative County Initiative — a partnership with the Barr Foundation and many other arts funders across Essex County. This effort, over a 5-year period, will invest more than $2 Million in the arts, culture and creative sector. Listen to what ECCF is doing in response to the COVID-19 challenge.
North Shore Conversations Podcast Featuring Senior HR Business Partner at OneDigital/Insight Performance
Saturday, April 11, 2020 featured Erin Stewart, Senior HR Business Partner at OneDigital/Insight Performance. Listen to this podcast to learn about HR Challenges During COVID-19
North Shore Conversations Podcast Featuring Massachusetts Unemployment Assistance and COVID-19
Saturday, April 4, 2020 featured Mary W. Sarris, Executive Director of MassHire North Shore Workforce Board and Mark Whitmore, Executive Director MassHire North Shore. Listen to this podcast to learn about Massachusetts Unemployment Assistance and COVID-19.
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North Shore Conversations Podcast Featuring COVID-19 Community Updates with Mayors: Kim Driscoll, Michael Cahill, Thomas McGee, & Edward Bettencourt
Saturday, March 28, 2020 featured four prominent Mayors discussing their efforts and resources as they address Coronavirus (COVID-19).
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North Shore Conversations Podcast Featuring: SBA MA District Director Bob Nelson of Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL)
Saturday, March 21, 2020 featured SBA’s Massachusetts District Director Bob Nelson discussing the SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) now available statewide. Please listen to this podcast to learn more about this important loan program.
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