08/10/2026
We had a wonderful visit from Eric Paley, Massachusetts Secretary of Economic Development (EOED), during his community tour across the state!
It was an inspiring reminder of what local economic development actually looks like in action:
☕ Our awesome baristas with steady jobs
🥗 Regulars meeting clients over coffee and lunch
🤝 Local suppliers and the ripple effect created when neighborhood spots thrive
When tech, government, and local community intersect over a cup of coffee and a fresh bowl of salad, great things happen.
Thank you, Secretary Paley, for stopping by, listening to local stories, and supporting neighborhood spots like ours! (And don’t worry, we noted your pitch for local roasters! 😉☕)
Huge thanks as well to vinodkumar for sharing the moments and bringing people together at Kushala! 📸
📍 Stoneham, MA