Worcester Business Journal

4 Worcester Business Journal | December 9, 2024 | wbjournal.com I N B R I E F Environmental justice "It's usually marginalized communities taking the brunt of all environmental concerns. We hope the program and the forum we've created helps alert people about the impacts of environmental injustices on marginalized communities." Lynn Hernández, assistant vice chancellor for diversity and inclusion at UMass Chan Medical School, on the Worcester university's new environmental justice program designed to implement climate action efforts on campus and create a sustainable resource guide $100M facility "The Greater Boston area is home to an unparalleled ecosystem that fosters innovation, collaboration, and growth. As a global hub for biotechnology and life sciences, it offers access to world-renowned academic institutions, cutting-edge research facilities, and a highly skilled workforce." Maurice Phelan, president of pharmaceutical and laboratory equipment firm Sartorius North America, on Germany-based Sartorius opening a nearly $100-million, 63,000-square-foot Center for BioProcess Innovation in Marlborough Homeless center "The Day Resource Center will enhance the current service system and assist folks in accessing housing more quickly. We look forward to continuing our partnership with the City and our community partners to provide services like this that help those who are unhoused find safe, permanent housing." Leah Bradley, CEO of the Central Massachusetts Housing Alliance, on the Worcester nonprofit's plan to open a Day Resource Center in collaboration with the City of Worcester to offer services to unhoused individuals MICA KANNER-MASCOLO WBJ Staff Writer A lan Seiffert has been named president and CEO of the Worcester Center for Performing Arts, the non- profit behind e Hanover eatre & Conservatory for the Per- forming Arts in Worcester, becoming the successor to the leader who built up the center to be a premier arts and culture destination over the last two decades. Seiffert will assume his new role come Jan. 1, succeeding long- term President and CEO Troy Siebels who announced his resignation in June. Siebels had led WCPA since 2004, four years before the Hanover opened its doors in 2008. Named a member of WBJ's 2024 Power 100, Siebels oversaw the organization's formation of e Hanover eatre Rep- ertory and the launch of the BrickBox eater at the Jean McDonough Arts Center in Worcester. In 2023 with Siebels at the helm, the 2,300-seat venue attracted 180,000 patrons, generating $9 million in ticket sales and other event income with its total revenue exceeding $12 million. e theater was the 10th most popular tourist attraction in Central Massachusetts that year, according to data provided to the Hanover eatre hires NY production executive to replace Troy Siebels as CEO PHOTO | WBJ FILE WBJ Research Department. "Alan has a strong skill set to com- plement our talented team. I'm looking Alan Seiffert, incoming president and CEO of Hanover Theatre W forward to working with him and sup- porting his vision for the future," Siebels said in the release. Seiffert was selected from a national executive search which garnered nearly 100 applicants, according to a Nov. 26 press release. "Alan's strengths as a visionary and strategic thinker combined with his thoughtful, humble, and empowering style will bring great energy and guid- ance to the team and community. e board voted unanimously and enthu- siastically to welcome Alan as the next president and CEO," Board Chair Kellie ibodeau said in the release. Seiffert joins the Hanover having most recently led business development, partnerships, licensing, and distribution activities as head of global business de- velopment for TED Conferences, a New York-based media production company. Previously he has held roles including executive director for Minnesota-based museum Paisley Park and vice presi- dent and assistant general manager for BET LIVE at BET Media Group, a New York-based media company dedicated to empowering the Black community. Seiffert, who will relocate to the Worcester area from New York City, earned his law degree from the Universi- ty of Michigan, his master's degree from New York University, and bachelor's degree in political science from Califor- nia State University, Northridge. "I am excited to join e Hanover eatre and Conservatory to build upon its legacy of success, bringing the transformative power of the performing arts to audiences and students of all ages throughout our diverse community," Seiffert said in the release. "e Hanover eatre's revitalization of downtown Worcester continues as we establish our- selves as the premier cultural touchstone for a burgeoning and diverse Central Massachusetts. I look forward to leading that effort with our visionary team." Troy Siebels, outgoing president and CEO of Hanover Theatre

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