November’s VermontBiz profiles Lisa Keysar - President and CEO of Montpelier’s Union Mutual of Vermont. This year the company celebrates its 150th anniversary and Keysar is the 15th person to be the company’s CEO and the first woman to lead the firm since it was founded in 1874.A Migrant Justice study spotlights the numerous challenges faced by imm…

In October’s VermontBiz we profile Innovator and communityorganizer HB Lozito, co-founder and executive director of theBrattleboro nonprofit Out in the Open, whose mission is toconnect rural LGBTQIA+ people to build community, visibility,knowledge and power.Travel and tourism has been one of Vermont's strongestindustries for more than a century. Th…

In September’s VermontBiz, we profile Janice St St. Onge, atrue pioneer in the investment community who has beenworking quietly to improve the economy for several decades. In2011, she created the for profit Flex Fund - providing flexiblerisk capital for young companies in Vermont's food system,forestry and clean technology spacesWe also look at the…

August’s VermontBiz profiles Joyce Judy, the longtime president of Community College of Vermont. During her tenure at CCV, Judy has transformed the college into a leader in innovation and creativity — qualities not typically associated with community colleges. In many ways CCV is reinventing what a college can be!In more sobering news, the Green Mo…

In July’s VermontBiz we profile Michael Monte — a man with apassion to do the right thing. This indomitable communityorganizer and housing advocate continues to fight for thecommunity he loves as executive director of the ChamplainHousing Trust — the largest community land trust in the country!We also talk with Blumenthal Enterprises’ Will Jeffries…

In June’s VermontBiz, we profile Ann and Ben Clark of AnnClark Limited - a company that broke the mold by creating themold! This mother-son cookie-cutter endeavor based in Rutlandholds up to 75% of the US Cookie Cutter market!VermontBiz also looks at the revitalization of Rutland County’seconomy — which may hinge on infrastructure — but not justroa…

In May’s VermontBiz, meet the team behind Fluency Inc - a privately held, self-funded, successful and still-growing company founded by former executives from Dealer.com. Learn their back story and why these Startup founders say a mutual interest in each other’s well-being is key to their success.VermontBiz reports on the private meetings held to re…

In April’s edition of VermontBiz, we profile Suresh Garimella,a mechanical engineer and scientific researcher who took over asUVM’s President in 2019, bringing rapid changes to Vermont’sflagship land grant University. UVM is benefitting from the freshperspective of new leadership much needed at this critical time.VermontBiz dives deeper into the ne…

In March’s VermontBiz we profile Jean Giard, President and CEO of Vermont Federal Credit Union. Credit unions may look like banks and act like banks, but they are, in reality, nonprofit membership-driven financial cooperatives - and under her leadership, Giard has plans to make this Vermont’s Credit Union. Check out the Vermont Biz feature on the p…

In February’s Vermont Biz we bring you a profile of Lindsay DesLauriers, CEO and President of Bolton Valley Ski Resort. Founded and developed by her father Ralph in the 1960s, this is as much a story of a family as it is of a business. In an era of consolidated ski resorts owned by out-of-state corporations, a family- run ski resort is a treasured …

In our most anticipated issue of the year, January’s VermontBiz brings you Vermont’s top 110+ companies ranked by sales revenue. And this 37th edition is packed with charts showing Vermont’s fastest growing companies from last year to 35 years ago, with profiles of Community Health Centers, The Essex Resort and Spa, Suncommon, Vermont Federal Credi…

In December’s VermontBiz, we learn more about AlejandroHernandez, the new president of Champlain College. He hassecured million-dollar grants, rejuvenated the curriculum andoverseen a record fundraising year - all in his first 18 months!We also speak to Mike Lane, Co-founder and CEO of Fluency,the Vermont based business recently named one of the fa…

November’s VermontBiz profiles Maura Collins, the executivedirector of the Vermont Housing Finance Agency, which wasrecently awarded $50 million to try and make a dent in thehousing shortage. From building loans to building infrastructure,this brilliant and compassionate woman is up to the challenge.We also look at the Washington County Economic re…

In October’s VermontBiz we profile Green Mountain Power’s president and CEO Mari McClure, who is positioning the company to stand on the revolutionary edge of our energy future. Under McClure’s leadership, GMP is transitioning from a traditional utility into a technology company.VermontBiz focuses on Travel and Tourism with a look at vacationing in…

In September’s VermontBiz, we profile Patrick Boyle - a globe-trotting Scotsman with an Irish name who is the perfect choice to take over the Vermont Manufacturing Extension Center.We also look at the Construction industry which is going full tilt! There’s a lot of work to do following the pandemic and recent floods. With ongoing workforce issues, …

August’s VermontBiz profiles Adeline Druart, the rising CEO of Lawson’s Finest Liquids. As the former president of Vermont Creamery, she is shifting from butter and cheese to beer! In 2003 Druart experienced what the French call a coup de foudre when she fell in love with her husband, and then with Vermont. Will lightning strike yet again?VermontBi…

In July’s VermontBiz we profile the Jewel in UVM’s Crown - Provost and senior Vice President Patricia Prelock who has been shining in her new roles for the past 4 years. And for the past 4 years, the University has been experiencing an exceptional run of successes. Coincidence? Read to find out!Sadly, Vemont’s Maple Syrup producers had a less than …

In June’s VermontBiz, we profile Thomas Dee, CEO of theSouthwestern Vermont Health Center. At 6’6, he is arguably atthe height of his career - and faced with the tall order ofshepherding the merger of SVHC with Dartmouth HitchcockMedical Center. For this hospital administrator, leadership trulystarts at the top!VermontBiz also looks at Rutland Coun…

In May’s VermontBiz we have a rather “sketchy” profile of Vermont’s 4th Cartoonist Laureate, Richard Veitch, who has been penning his comics for over half a century. Find out how this self described “delinquent kid from Bellows Falls” became a revered comics master!Our Agriculture section highlights expert’s warnings for hikers to stay away from hi…

In April’s edition of VermontBiz, we interview Tony Blake, founding partner of V/T Commercial Real Estate (in Burlington.) In a small state like Vermont, knowing people is the key to being successful, a skill he honed when he began his career in the restaurant industry. Learn how he parlayed people-pleasing into pleasing properties!VermontBiz dives…

In March’s VermontBiz we profile Vermont State Auditor DouglasR Hoffer. If you’re a taxpayer you can thank your lucky stars forHoffer and his staff because all of us want our hard-earned taxdollars to be spent wisely and well.We also examine the consolidation of The New England FederalCredit Union with the Vermont State Employees Credit Union.While…

In February’s VermontBiz we bring you an interview withMatt Harrington, the young and popular executive directorof the Southwestern Vermont Chamber of Commerce.Bennington County appears to be flourishing - and MattHarrington might have something to do with that.Since he was hired to run the organization he hasexpanded it from covering one town to e…

In our most anticipated issue of the year, January’sVermontBiz brings you Vermont’s top 143 companiesranked by sales revenue. And this 36th edition is packedwith charts showing Vermont’s fastest growing companiesfrom last year to more than 30 years ago, with profiles ofNortheast Vermont Regional Hospital, Holstein AssociatesUSA, Westaff, Jamaica Co…

In December’s VermontBiz, we learn more about the woman who made history in November’s Elections. Becca Balint, a former state senator is the first woman and the first gay person to represent Vermont in the US House of Representatives. She is ready to write the next chapter.In our economic profile of the Northeast Kingdom we ask: Could the region c…

November’s VermontBiz profiles Dr. John Brumstead, retiringpresident and CEO of University of Vermont Health Network.He reflects on his 30 year career - all of which he spent here inVermont and the evolution of how medical care is delivered inthe Green Mountain State.We also look at the Washington County Economic report -celebrating wins (like the …

In October’s VermontBiz you’ll see why the future is rural as weprofile Matt Dunne and the non-profit Center on Rural Innovation.Dunne is one of the leaders in a growing national movement todevelop rural entrepreneurship and help end the digital divide.The non-profit has helped communities raise $18 million to helptowns manifest their visions.Vermo…

In September’s VermontBiz, we profile a true Renaissanceeconomic Development man. As President of the non-profitGreater Burlington Industrial Corporation, Frank Cioffi has hada hand in almost every significant economic development inVermont over the last three decades!We also look at the Construction industry – this can beconsidered a Boom Time - a…

August’s VermontBiz profiles Ellen Kahler, the Executive Director of the Vermont Sustainable Jobs fund, She has an action plan for just about every one of Vermont’s problems. Jobs going begging, an aging population, the high cost of housing, homelessness, low wages, limited childcare, or the opioid problem — find out what else is on her “to do” lis…

In July’s VermontBiz we profile the Colchester based distribution, sale and warehouse tech supplier that has been widely credited with quietly revolutionizing the beer wine and soda industries forthe last 50 years. Who is this “VIP” stealth behemoth? Read the article to find out!(And speaking of beer…) in our Section on Vermont Breweries, VermontBi…

In June’s VermontBiz, we profile several ambitious restaurateurs who forged ahead with their plans during the pandemic. Running a restaurant is risky business, with staggering levels of complexity. Add a huge serving of Covid-19 and it quickly becomes daunting. Learn why these savvy entrepreneurs didn’t throw in the towel!VermontBiz also looks at R…

In May’s VermontBiz we have a sweet and spicy interview withLaura Sorkin, Eric Sorkin and Curt Alpeter, the entrepreneurial triobehind the innovative creations at Runamok. Learn more aboutthe "sparkle" they’ve brought to the retail maple (and honey)market.Our 50th Anniversary special coverage continues with a look atthe last 40 years of the Church …

In April’s edition of VermontBiz, we interview Josiah Milesowner and president of the third-generation building materialssupplier rk Miles. Business is booming! But the problems Milesfaces include keeping up with the heavy demand, meetingdeadlines, disruptions in the supply chain, see-sawing prices, anda lack of new young workers entering the trade…

In March’s VermontBiz, we profile Lisa and Roland Groeneveld,the innovators behind South Burlington based OnLogic. Withfacilities in Taiwan, the Netherlands, Malaysia, North Carolina andcurrent plans to build a 50 million dollar corporate HQ, thisdynamic couple has truly found their niche in the world ofindustrial computers!We also examine the Bank…

In February, VermontBiz brings you history in a bottle - in this case, a bottle of uniquely crafted custom brandy that entrepreneur Raj Bhakta of Bhakta Spirits hopes will be the foundation of his endeavor to convert Poultney’s Green Mountain College Campus into Vermont’s premier resort destination.We also spotlight other diverse Vermont entreprene…

In our most anticipated issue of the year, January’s Vermont Business Magazine brings you Vermont’s top 143 companies ranked by sales revenue. And this 35th edition is packed with charts showing Vermont’s fastest growing companies from last year to more than 30 years ago, with profiles of Allard Lumber, Beau Ties, Connor Contracting, Mack Molding a…

In December’s Vermont Business Magazine, we profile a unicorn!You heard right - South Burlington’s Kyle Clark and BETATechnologies is developing electric aircraft - possibly the futureof the aviation industry right here at the Burlington InternationalAirport!We also have a Q&A with Governor Scott, who assures readersthat he is not running for Senat…

November’s Vermont Business Magazine profiles Jeff Peck andiSun - a small family owned Vermont contracting companyfounded 50 years ago that is now a multimillion dollarrenewable energy company that has been traded on theNASDAQ since 2019!We also look at the Washington County Economic report -which is... complicated. The economy is strong, downtowns…

In October’s Vermont Business Magazine we profile CindyDelaney of Delaney Meeting and Event Management. The traveland hospitality industries were among the hardest hit during thelast 18 months. So if you make your living creatingevents, what are you supposed to do? If you are Cindy, youinstantly embrace the digital and carry on.Vermont Business Mag…

In the September Issue of Vermont Business Magazine, we profile Vermont’s favorite Commercial Real estate broker, Brad Worthen. From his start selling Kool-aid on his parent’s front lawn to today, he’s learned you’ve got to have some failure to succeed.We also look at the Construction industry – and try to find a builder not too busy to talk with u…

August’s Vermont Business Magazine profiles Curtiss Reed, Jr., the Executive Director of the Vermont partnership for Fairness and Diversity. The virtues of our state, it’s beauty, outdoor life, openness, sense of community and access to public officials have helped him address some of the things that are less beautiful - like Vermont’s record on ra…

In July’s Vermont Business Magazine we interview Russ Scully -the mastermind behind HULA - the new multi million dollar hightech business Xanadu in Burlington’s South End on the site of theold Blodgett Oven Factory. Why is it called HULA? Read thearticle to find out!Vermont Business Magazine focuses on technology with a look atour continued pursuit…

In June’s Vermont Business Magazine, we follow a “conspirator of goodwill” in our interview with Gus Seelig, who has had a hand in over one billion dollars worth of socially responsible Vermont projects ranging from land preservation to affordable housing.Vermont Business Magazine also looks at Rutland County: After a year of upheaval, uncertainty …

In May’s Vermont Business Magazine we interview one of Vermont’s most recognized voices - VPR’s Jane Lindholm, who has a passion for learning everything about everything! Her podcast “But Why” for curious kids is now being listened to in 83 countries - with a series of books soon to follow!Vermont Business Magazine focuses on agriculture with a loo…

In April’s Vermont Business Magazine we interview Grant Spates - building a true Vermont life in the Northeast Kingdom. You have to be stubborn and determined to make your business thrive there - and this general contractor and owner of Spates Construction is both. He’s making it work - and on his own terms too.Vermont Business Magazine dives into …

In March’s Vermont Business Magazine we interview Dr. Mark Levine, Vermont’s Commissioner of Public Health, the most visible person on the Vermont COVID 19 response team aside from Governor Scott. In the fall, Dr. Fauci said he wised he could bottle Vermont’s response and share it with the rest of the nation. Read about how Dr. Levine formulated a …

In February’s Vermont Business Magazine we invite youto curl up with a good book – perhaps one of 31 writtenby Newfane native, Archer Mayor featuring fictionalBrattleboro detective Joe Gunther. In this profile, Mayoradvises that creative writing is often all business.We also spotlight diverse Vermont entrepreneurs: SouthBurlington and Williston’s B…

In our most anticipated issue of the year, January’sVermont Business Magazine brings you Vermont’s top122 companies ranked by sales revenue. Before anyonehad heard of the Internet or email and long beforeFacebook, iPhones or Google, Vermont BusinessMagazine premiered it’s first Vermont 100. And this year’sedition is packed with charts showing Vermo…

December’s Vermont Business Magazine is celebrating the holidays by supporting local business in our holiday gift guide, featuring Vermont made products! From Vermont Flannel hugs to Brave Coffee mugs… With over 50 businesses listed, you’ll find all you need for the holidays all in one place. We also profile a born advocate for Justice: US Attorney…

November’s Vermont Business Magazine profiles Roger Allbee, recipient of the Vermont Lifetime Achievement Award from the Vermont Council on Rural Development. We shine a spotlight on this quiet insider who has worked diligently to preserve the agricultural heritage of his beloved Vermont. Vermont Business Magazine’s economic report on Washington Co…

In the October Issue of Vermont Business Magazine, we interview Gubernatorial candidates, republican Governor Phill Scott, and democrat Lt Governor David Zuckerman. Topics include the Covid pandemic, climate change, healthcare, the dairy industry and more. We also spotlight the Vermont Ski industry. Thanks to strong leadership, Vermont spent the sp…