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CEO Corner: The Season Doesn’t End in September

Labor Day has come and gone, and with it the traditional signal that “the Cape season” is over. But anyone who’s lived or worked here knows that’s not really the case anymore. The calendar might say fall, but our economy, our communities, and our visitors continue to hum with energy well into October — and beyond. A “Second Summer” on Cape Cod Fall festivals, food and wine events, arts programming, and the steady stream of visitors booking inns and bed-and-breakfasts all show the same thing: Cape Cod’s season doesn’t end in September — it just shifts. In fact, September and October now rival June in activity for many businesses. And the benefit isn’t just to lodging — restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions see the ripple effects too…

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Question 5

For years, restaurant workers and food entrepreneurs have flocked to Cape Cod for a summer job, a side hustle, or a professional career opportunity in the culinary arts. The region’s bustling tourism economy and strong seasonal homeowner market present both challenges and opportunities for…

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