The Inside North Central Massachusetts Podcast

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...

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 O...

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...

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 abou...

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 cri...

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 neve...

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 w...

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 ini...

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 maximizi...

Join us for our conversation with Ed Albert, co-owner, of Bitcoin Ben’s Crypto Club Massachusetts in Leominster. Ed talks about what drew him to cryptocurrency, why he prefers bitcoin, and how he got involved with Bitcoin Ben’s Crypto Club Massachusetts. Ed talks about the basics of bitcoin and the importance of keeping your bitcoin secure. He also talks about membership to the club and the amenit...

Join us for our conversation with Sallie Ricardo of Ricardo Bookkeeping Solutions. Sallie talks about her entrepreneurial journey and launching her own business for the second time. Listen as she talks about her business background, how you learn from every job you have, making the leap to opening and running your own business, why she doesn’t believe in imposter syndrome, and the importance of fi...

Join us on the road at Leominster TV. Executive Director, Scott Kurland, hosts us for this episode which we taped using their brand new podcast studio and equipment. In addition to talking about the new podcast studio, Scott talks about his passion for broadcasting, the importance of media training, engaging the next generation of broadcasters, how you can get involved and the importance of local...

Join us for our conversation with Lucas Ravanis, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of TR Capital Partners, LLC. Lucas shares his entrepreneurial journey and how he got involved with real estate investing. He talks about purchasing his first multi-family home to building up the TR Capital Partners investment portfolio. Lucas talks about real estate syndication, the process and structure, laws they ne...

Join us for our conversation with Melissa Glenny of podcast sponsor, Franklin Professional Associates. Melissa talks about hiring and career trends as we start off the new year. She also talks about crafting an attractive offer and incorporating benefits to help secure top-tier talent. She spends time talking about the benefits of using their services whether you are an employer looking for your n...

Join us on the road with Meryl Warpula, Community Engagement Specialist, and Maria Rivera, Mentoring Coordinator, at LUK, Inc. located at 545 Westminster Rd. in Fitchburg. Tune in to hear about how LUK, Inc. makes an impact on our region’s youth and their families with their mentoring program. Learn what the program entails, how you can get involved, and all about their 12th Annual Kids at Heart M...

Join us as we sit down with Pro Football Hall of Famer and Commissioner for the Entertainment Football Association (ENTFLA). Reed is joined by Lisa Giamo, Executive VP of Operations for the league, as well as Jim Hadayia GM of the Fitchburg Heroes. Listen to the three of them talk about how this new league is coming together, the talent they are going after, what the gameplay will look like, and w...

Join us for us for our first podcast of the year with Abdel and Estelsy from ATEB Cleaning Services. Listen in as they talk about their entrepreneurial journeys, their thoughts on entrepreneurship, and how they went from coworkers to co-owners of their own business. Hear about their different offerings when it comes to residential and commercial cleaning. Abdel and Estelsy also spend time talking...

Join us on the road at the Howarth House Bed and Breakfast as we sit down with owners and innkeepers, Ryan and Sarah Jordan. Ryan and Sarah share the interesting story of how they ended up becoming innkeepers, how their backgrounds in healthcare have helped shape their approach to hospitality, and the amazing friendships they’ve forged with repeat visitors. Learn all about this unique, intimate an...

Join us on the road at Nutrishop Fitchburg as we sit down with one of their owners, Tracey Voyer. Tracey talks about her and her husband Mike's entrepreneurial journeys, fitness backgrounds and why purchasing Nutrishop in Fitchburg earlier this year was a natural next step. Listen to Tracey talk about how they connect with clients on a personal level to help them on their fitness and wellness jour...

Join us on the road at Wachusett Mountain in Princeton as we sit down with their public relations manager, Chris Stimpson. Chris talks about growing up surrounded by the family business of running the mountain and what it's like as the third generation of Crowleys take a more prominent role in operations. Chris also reflects on the legacy of his late uncle, David Crowley, and how they are honoring...

Join us on the road at AlphaGraphics Shirley in Phoenix Park as we sit down with their owner Jason Mathew. Jason talks about his entrepreneurial experience, passion for print, the importance of branding, relationship building, and what led him to purchase this location. Listen in as Jason talks about the wide array of services they offer for your business and how they can take your marketing or de...

Join us on the road at the Fort Devens Museum on Jackson Road in Devens as we sit down with Kara Fossey, Executive Director. Kara talks about their mission to collect, preserve, and share artifacts and stories that tell the history of Camp Devens and Fort Devens from 1917 to the present. Kara talks about the impact of the base on the region over the years and she also talks about the local, nation...

Join us on the road at All One Credit Union’s downtown Leominster branch as we chat Barbara Mahoney, President and CEO, as well as chair of our Chamber board. Listen in as Barbara talks about their rebrand from Leominster Credit Union to All One Credit Union, the reason behind the change, and the meaning behind the new name. Barbara talks about their 70th anniversary and rich history of creating a...

Join us on the road at DeBonis and Davin Florist in on Main Street in Fitchburg as we chat with owner, Kayla Nault. Listen in as Kayla talks about the decision to take over the local florist last year, how it aligns with her other business ventures, and more about how she parlayed her background in real estate into a successful entrepreneurial career.  #podcast #podcaster #podcastshow #podcastlove...

Join us on the road at RCAP Solutions in Worcester as we chat with Maegen McCaffrey, Vice President of Marketing and Communications, and Josh Bedarian, Chief Housing & Compliance Officer. Learn about RCAP's brand new strategic plan and how they are using it as a roadmap when providing their vital resources including their housing program, community & environmental resources program, and th...