Worcester group expands business reach: EforAll helps underrepresented individuals realize dreams of starting their own companies

During his 20 years as a director at the Boys & Girls Club of Worcester, Ike McBride was a mentor, role model, coach and father figure to thousands of area kids.

In his new position as executive director of EforAll (Entrepreneurship for All) Greater Worcester, McBride continues to bring his passion, devotion and advocacy for the community that he has always called home.

“It was one of those moments,” said Elaine Vescio, director of entrepreneurship at Worcester State University and an EforAll Greater Worcester founding committee member who was among those who interviewed McBride for the position, “that once you just started talking, I could envision him in the role of (executive director). He’s been a part of Worcester. He has an outgoing personality. He’s been a coach. He knows how to bring people up and give them the confidence to do things.”