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Maine regulator warns of fake health insurance offers
Renee Cordes December 1, 2025Maine’s insurance regulator is warning consumers about unlicensed health insurance sellers offering to enroll people in coverage through an entity called LifeX Research Corp.
Renee Cordes December 1, 2025
Newsworthy people and performances for Dec. 1, 2025
Updated: December 1, 2025A roundup of new hires, promotions and achievements at businesses, nonprofits, health care operations and professional services firms in Maine.
Updated: December 1, 2025
Independent minded: Maine’s insurance companies take on growth, challenges
Tina Fischer Updated: December 1, 2025Mainebiz checked in with Cross Insurance, United Insurance and MMG Insurance to learn how they’re supporting their clients and teams in a changing business environment.
Tina Fischer Updated: December 1, 2025
Workers' comp insurer MEMIC will pay $19M dividend to Maine policyholders
Renee Cordes Updated: October 8, 2025The dividend amount was calculated based on MEMIC’s financial performance, claims experience and the collective success of policyholders in maintaining safe workplaces during the 2022 calendar year.
Renee Cordes Updated: October 8, 2025
Portland-based MEMIC agrees to acquire South Dakota firm
Renee Cordes Updated: September 18, 2025The deal, subject to regulatory review and expected to be completed in January, will make MEMIC one of the country's largest multi-state workers' compensation specialists with a strong foothold in the Midwest.
Renee Cordes Updated: September 18, 2025-
How to bullet-proof your company against cyber threats
David Gash May 12, 2025Robust IT defenses are critical, but true protection also means being prepared for when a breach occurs.
David Gash May 12, 2025
Cross Insurance moves into new Ocean State office space
Peter Van Allen May 7, 2025The Bangor-based insurance company looks to build on its southern New England footprint with its new office in Providence, R.I.
Peter Van Allen May 7, 2025
How to choose the right benefits carrier
Chris Pyne, Unum Updated: April 21, 2025Today’s business environment is flooded with data, and the ability to harness, clarify and analyze data is crucial for making informed decisions, writes guest columnist Chris Pyne of Unum.
Chris Pyne, Unum Updated: April 21, 2025
With deal for Aroostook County firm, insurer expands into wealth management
Alexis Wells April 8, 2025Portland-based United Insurance has acquired Barresi Financial, an employee benefits and financial services company based in Presque Isle.
Alexis Wells April 8, 2025
At E2Tech-Roux panel, insurance industry grapples with damage claims related to climate of 'surprises'
Laurie Schreiber Updated: March 24, 2025E2Tech and the Roux Institute teamed up to host a panel, “Startups & Climate Risk: How Insurance is Evolving and What You Can Do About It,” in Portland.
Laurie Schreiber Updated: March 24, 2025
United Insurance acquires six offices from central Maine firm
Alexis Wells March 11, 2025United Insurance acquired six Kimball Korp locations, in Rumford, Farmington, Lewiston, Livermore Falls, Turner and Sangerville.
Alexis Wells March 11, 2025
Portland-based United Insurance acquires Caribou firm, a 'respected competitor'
Peter Van Allen January 14, 2025United Insurance CEO Zack Frechette said Gallagher Insurance has been a "respected competitor" in the Aroostook County market.
Peter Van Allen January 14, 2025
Bath insurance agency merges into larger one
Laurie Schreiber December 17, 2024One of Spencer Gray Insurance’s two partners will transition to the larger J. Edward Knight Insurance, which dates back to 1898 and has 34 employees.
Laurie Schreiber December 17, 2024
3 questions to ask when selecting your benefits provider
Liz Rickett, Unum Updated: December 2, 2024Guest columnist Liz Rickett of Unum offers suggestions about how employers can find the right benefits provider.
Liz Rickett, Unum Updated: December 2, 2024
As storms worsen, property owners are having mixed success with their insurance options
Laurie Schreiber November 26, 2024Paying for climate-resilient infrastructure repairs and rebuilds along coastal and inland waterways are a critical topic at the local and state levels in the face of worsening storms.
Laurie Schreiber November 26, 2024
Friends, family, quiet time: What Maine movers and shakers are grateful for this Thanksgiving
Renee Cordes Updated: November 27, 2024Ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, Mainebiz asked some of this year’s 40 Under 40 honorees what they’re thankful for. There were some common themes, but also a shared pearl.
Renee Cordes Updated: November 27, 2024
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Small Business Saturday, the annual tradition that encourages shoppers to support local, independent retailers and entrepreneurs, marked its 16th rendition on Nov. 29, with events held across the nation.
Founded by American Express in 2010, the yearly event has become an essential part of the holiday shopping season. The Small Business Administration became the official co-sponsor in 2011.
Last year, shoppers turned out in full force to support their local communities, generating an estimated $22 billion in spending at small retailers and restaurants.
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The Giving Guide
The Giving Guide helps nonprofits have the opportunity to showcase and differentiate their organizations so that businesses better understand how they can contribute to a nonprofit’s mission and work.
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Work for ME
Work for ME is a workforce development tool to help Maine’s employers target Maine’s emerging workforce. Work for ME highlights each industry, its impact on Maine’s economy, the jobs available to entry-level workers, the training and education needed to get a career started.
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Groundbreaking Maine
Whether you’re a developer, financer, architect, or industry enthusiast, Groundbreaking Maine is crafted to be your go-to source for valuable insights in Maine’s real estate and construction community.
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