The Inside North Central Massachusetts Podcast

Inside North Central Massachusetts with Fuse Energy

We are joined this week by Steve Janes, Founder and Managing Partner, of Fuse Energy. Janes talks about his career in the energy sector and how passion for the community is what led to the founding of Fuse Energy with his business partner, Tom Defeudis. Janes talks about the state of the energy industry and how Fuse works with business and non-profit clients of all sizes to remove some of the volatility and provide peace of mind. He also touches on the multiple state programs that are available to commercial customers and how Fuse can help navigate those programs as part of your energy mix. Find out more about Fuse Energy at fuseenergygroup.com

The Inside North Central Massachusetts Podcast is sponsored by Franklin Professional Associates.

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Inside North Central Massachusetts On The Road at TaraVista Behavioral Health Center

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, and today we chat with we Sheila Crowley, Chief Operating Officer, of TaraVista Behavioral Health Center in Devens. Crowley talks about TaraVista’s acute psychiatric care services that they provide to children, adolescents, and adults. She also talks about her background as a first responder and LMHC, her experience working in an emergency department setting and how that has informed her approach to helping patients at TaraVista, and what they look for in those looking to pursue a career in this field. Crowley also talks about mental illness, the stigma around it, and how important it is to treat patients with compassion and maintain their dignity when they arrive at the facility in crises.  

TRIGGER WARNING: Contains conversations about mental health, suicide and depression

The Inside North Central Massachusetts Podcast is sponsored by Franklin Professional Associates.

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Inside North Central Massachusetts On the Road at Winchendon Community Park

We are joined this week by Winchendon’s Community Outreach Coordinator, Shaina Cunningham to talk about the Robinson and Broadhurst Performing Arts Amphitheater at Winchendon Community Park, and leveraging events to bring more tourism to the Town. Shaina is joined by Jody Mendoza and Richy Peña of Farming is Life who talked about their Sunset Socials planned at the Amphitheater June 14th through October 11^th. John Harrington of the band, Sláinte, also pops into the conversation to talk about the Central Mass Irish Festival on September 27th.

The Inside North Central Massachusetts Podcast is sponsored by Franklin Professional Associates.

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Inside North Central Massachusetts with the North Central Mass Association of Realtors (NCMAR)

We are joined this week by two members of the North Central Mass Association of Realtors (NCMAR), Michelle Haggstrom (Keller Williams North Central) and Nick Pelletier (Pelletier Properties- Keller Williams North Central). Michelle and Nick talk about their paths to real estate and their involvement in NCMAR. They also dive into the advocacy efforts of NCMAR in addressing issues facing the housing industry in the region and across the State. They also talk about the upcoming 8^th Annual Real Estate Summit event with NCMAR and the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce on May 22^nd.

Learn more about the event and register here: https://web.northcentralmass.com/events/8thAnnual%20North%20Central%20Real%20Estate%20Summit-2778/details

The Inside North Central Massachusetts Podcast is sponsored by Franklin Professional Associates.

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Inside North Central Massachusetts on the Road with MOBD and MassCEO

Join us for our conversation with Kevin Kuros, Central Massachusetts Regional Director for the Massachusetts Office of Business Development (MOBD) and Interim Director of the Massachusetts Center For Employee Ownership (MassCEO). Kevin talks about his passion for business and economic development and dives into the resources that Massachusetts has for new and existing businesses He also talks about positive changes brought on by the Mass Leads Act and the state's exciting new Business Front Door and how it streamlines access to state economic development programs. He also talks about the MassCEO and their upcoming Central MA Regional Symposium on April 29th.

Learn more about the event and register here: https://www.mass.gov/event/mass-center-for-employee-ownership-central-ma-regional-symposium-04-29-2025

The Inside North Central Massachusetts Podcast is sponsored by Franklin Professional Associates.

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Inside North Central Massachusetts at North Star Family Services, Inc.'s Journey Home

Join us for our conversation with Dr. Jon Hogue and Shauna Neidigh of North Star Family Services, Inc. while we take a tour inside their Journey Home supportive housing as construction nears completion. Listen in as they discuss the years of work and partnerships that have led to the development of this 15-unit affordable housing building, how this project aims to make an impact in the housing crisis found here in the region and across the state, and the supportive services they will provide with partners that include MOC. Learn how you can get involved in supporting their efforts to address homelessness by volunteering or attending upcoming fundraising events including an Adam Ezra Group show at the Bull Run in Shirley on April 13^th.

The Inside North Central Massachusetts Podcast is sponsored by Franklin Professional Associates.

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Inside North Central Massachusetts On The Road at Pickle-It Pickleball Club

Join us for our conversation with Valerie Housser, owner of Pickle-It Pickleball Club in Leominster. Valerie talks about how quickly she fell in love with the sport of pickleball and how she parlayed her past business experiences along with her family’s sports business background into this brand new venture. Listen in as Valerie talks about the courts, how you can get a crash course if you’ve never played or join one of their leagues. Hear her talk about the facility, other indoor sports they are offering, plus their indoor golf simulator, and activities for kids during April vacation.

The Inside North Central Massachusetts Podcast is sponsored by Franklin Professional Associates.

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Inside North Central Massachusetts with Eagle Trophy

Join us for our conversation with Audrey and Natalie, owners of Eagle Trophy in Fitchburg. The two of them talk about the history of entrepreneurship in their family and how Eagle Trophy became their family’s most recent endeavor. Hear how their backgrounds in graphic design and nursing translate into laser engraving, trophies, awards and personalization. Listen in as the siblings talk about the ways they connect with clients and work to capture their clients’ vision and preserve their special moments and memories.

The Inside North Central Massachusetts Podcast is sponsored by Franklin Professional Associates.

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Inside North Central Massachusetts On The Road at the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts

Join us for our conversation with Erin Thomason from the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts (CFNCM). Erin talks about the establishment and goals of the North Central MA Women’s Fund and the CFNCM’s upcoming event on March 26th aimed at supporting the initiative, Ignite & Elevate: The Women’s Fund Annual Celebration. Erin also spends time speaking about some of their other initiatives like the Nashoba Valley Community Health Grants, their impact on the North Central Massachusetts region, and how you can get involved.

The Inside North Central Massachusetts Podcast is sponsored by Franklin Professional Associates.

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Inside North Central Massachusetts with HUB International New England

Join us for our conversation with Stacey Hyland, employee benefits practice leader, for HUB International New England. Stacey talks about the services they provide at HUB International New England and focuses on their 2025 employee benefit outlook. She spends time talking about trends affecting healthcare benefits and costs, mental health benefits, leveraging AI and data to ensure you are maximizing efficiency with your benefit offerings, benefits for different generations in the workplace, and utilizing benefits to retain talent.

The Inside North Central Massachusetts Podcast is sponsored by Franklin Professional Associates.

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