For Episode 27 of Exploring Economic Development with MEDC we'll be going Inside the Industry of Manufacturing in Marlborough. Joining us will be Shawn Fitzpatrick (Resilience), Hayley Steele (Mass MEP), Kristy Grignon (Mass MEP) and Sean Marshall (MassHire). We'll learn what it means to be a manufacturer in Mass, about available resources for employers, job opportunities and additional benefits for manufacturing companies located in Massachusetts.

The Executive Director of MassEcon, Peter Abair, is joining us to hear how their team works to promote and champion Massachusetts as the best place to start, grow and locate a business. We'll talk about the talent pool, investments in communities, and the different partnerships that create opportunities for companies locally.

To kick off the unofficial start of summer, we'll learn what makes the Marlborough Recreation Department unique during our 25th episode of Exploring Economic Development with MEDC. Joining us will be Director Chuck Thebado who has made a lifelong commitment to contributing to the programs and amenities offered in the City of Marlborough through parks and recreation.

Join us for Episode 24 of Exploring Economic Development with Steve Uliss of Firefly's BBQ. As an Owner/Operator and #Pitboss in Marlborough for over 21 years, we will hear how his daily operations contribute to their success. As Firefly's continues to evolve, this episode is sure to be filled with advice, insight and why businesses are important to the economic health of our city.

For this special edition of Exploring Economic Development with MEDC we'll be going Inside the Industry of Sports Tourism in Marlborough. Joining us will be Mike Matros (BFit Heroes Cup Hockey Tournament), Richard Tomanek (Embassy Suites Marlborough), and Oliver Vieten (New England Sports Center). We'll learn how these organizations work together to drive tourism to the city.

For Episode 22 of Exploring Economic Development with MEDC we are sitting down with Jon Pezzoni, Senior Vice President at Avison Young, to talk about commercial real estate and the current state of the market. We look forward to hearing how commercial brokers can help businesses locate and expand in Marlborough, MA.

For February's episode of Exploring Economic Development with MEDC we are excited to talk with Melynda Gallagher, the co-owner and coffee roaster for Lost Shoe Brewing & Roasting Co. Melynda is a new board member, past Toolbox recipient and an active member of our community. We look forward to hearing why Melynda believes Marlborough is a great place to live, work & play!

Kick off the new year by celebrating our 20th episode with Jon Weaver from Massachusetts Biomedical Initiatives. MBI serves as a catalyst for life science and healthcare innovation in Central Mass. We're looking forward to discussing why companies should want to be here - specifically for their biomanufacturing and R&D!

Join us for Episode 19 as we discuss Marlborough's hotels with Jenney Cataldo. Jenney is the Director of Sales at the Hyatt Place and the Fairfield, both in the Apex Center. She'll tell us about her relationships with other businesses in Marlborough and what's on the horizon for the hotel industry.

Meredith, Linda, Lindsey and Jill will discuss their biggest takeaways from 17 episodes of Exploring Economic Development with MEDC. The team will share what they consider to be the most important, fun and inspiring moments that were shared with their guests up to this point.