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A business can do a number of things not only to survive a recession like the one we’re experiencing but to thrive in it. This is what Fox commentator and business development consultant Victor Cheng told the Chamber’s July seminar, “Recession-Proof Your Business,” held at the Sheraton Framingham Hotel and Conference Center. The advice is based on his study of what certain small businesses did during past recessions that helped turn them into Fortune 500 companies.

Snapshot of MetroWest Economy in the Midst of Recession

At its 17th Annual Conference in early May, the MetroWest Economic Research Center (MERC) at Framingham State College provided businesses and civic leaders with vital data on crucial sectors of the economy necessary for planning during the coming year. (The full MERC Conference report, “Surviving Recession: MetroWest and Greater Marlborough” (74 pages, with tables and graphs) is available through MERC at www.merc-online.org.)

Cost of Living Down

Existing Home Sales in MetroWest Exhibit Mixed Results

Office Rental Costs Forecast Down

Newton-Wellesley Hospital Withdraws Plans for Framingham Facility

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