The Worcester Business Journal (WBJ) has announced the postponement of its highly anticipated “40 Under Forty” awards and ceremony following an incident that occurred during a July photo shoot. The incident, described as an assault by Brad Kane, the editor of the Worcester Business Journal, has sparked a police investigation, according to a published article.
The “40 Under Forty” awards have long been a source of pride for the Worcester Business Journal, providing a platform to showcase the rising stars of the business world. (Photo: Commonwealth Care Alliance)
Assault at Worcester Business Journal
The assault at the Worcester Business Journal took place during a winners-only reception held in July as part of the preparations for the 24th annual “40 Under Forty Awards.”
This event, which aims to recognize and celebrate the achievements of young professionals in the Central Massachusetts area, is the flagship occasion of the Worcester Business Journal.
Brad Kane, who is deeply involved in the production of this event, recounted the sequence of events in a recent column. He initially mistook the arrival of an ambulance in the parking lot at the end of the reception as a response to someone suffering from weather-related discomfort.
“During that July reception, there was an assault, and the police are actively investigating the incident,” Kane wrote, carefully choosing his words to convey the gravity of the situation without disclosing specific details.
“We are deeply upset about the situation,” Kane expressed stating they are doing everything within their power to support the ongoing investigation and the person most affected by this incident.
Worcester Business Journal’s 40 Under Forty Postponed
According to Mass Live, the annual “40 Under Forty” awards are a labor-intensive project for the Worcester Business Journal, taking six months to plan and execute. Countless hours are invested in bringing together this event that celebrates the energy and talent of young professionals in the Central Massachusetts business community.
The “40 Under Forty” awards have long been a source of pride for the Worcester Business Journal, providing a platform to showcase the rising stars of the business world.
The awards ceremony of the Worcester Business Journal, which was initially scheduled for August 21, followed by a celebratory event on September 13, is now postponed indefinitely as the investigation unfolds.
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