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July 23, 2018 Edition
Focus on Real Estate/Construction/Design

Maine's 'designing women' chip away at architecture's glass ceiling

Renee Cordes

Architecture remains a male-dominated field, but here in Maine, women are breaking through the glass ceiling as leaders and talented up-and-coming architects. Among the pioneers is SMRT Architects and Engineers in Portland, Maine's only large architectural firm led by a woman. which has been led by Ellen Belknap since 2004.

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Did the recent Small Business Saturday help your business?
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Sponsored by Kennebunk Savings Bank

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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