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MassHire North Shore Career Center at Peabody City Hall August 17th

Mayor’s chief of staff named new business liaison for Peabody
Mayor Edward A. Bettencourt Jr. announced Monday that his Chief of Staff Chris Ryder has formally assumed the role of business and economic development liaison.
Ryder has served as a de facto business liaison since the post was left vacant in March 2020. He will continue to serve as chief of staff while carrying out his additional responsibilities.
Peabody Children’s Museum Finds its Executive Director
City and Chamber Partner to Connect School Culinary Staff and Restaurant Owners
The city, in partnership with the Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce (PACC) is stepping up its efforts to help restaurants that continue to struggle in the face of a stubborn pandemic and tight labor market.
North Shore Diversity Catalog 2022 Features Nearly 250 Businesses
The digital catalog highlights minority- and women-owned businesses in Peabody, Beverly, Lynn, Marblehead, Salem and Swampscott.
Peabody Podcast: Wicked Smaht Wellness
In this episode, Chris speaks with Amanda Marie, CEO & Founder of Wicked Smaht Wellness which strives to share wellness tips & methods, show support, and provide a safe platform for the community as we each embark on our personal journey of self-growth.
Peabody Podcast: Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce
Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, Beth Amico, Peabody Wealth Advisors President, Michael Murray, join Chris to discuss the Chamber for Good program and how it benefits the city’s charitable and non-profit organizations.
Peabody Podcast: Branch Olive Oil
In this edition of the Peabody Business Podcast, Chris Ryder speaks with Corey Carter owner of the Branch Olive Oil Co. They discuss Corey’s background in Peabody, his tenure at Eastman Gelatine / Rousselot, the Branch’s founding families, how premium oils and vinegars went mainstream, the in-store experience, surviving and thriving during a pandemic, and simplifying your holiday gift-giving in 2020. Enjoy!
Peabody Podcast: North Shore Mall
The Peabody Business Podcast spotlights local businesses and the people who help make them successful. Northshore Mall General Manager Mark Whiting joined us for the very first edition of the Podcast!
Peabody Business wins North of Boston Business Plan Competition
Enterprise Center Announces Winners of Competition