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Ahead of Father's Day, Mainers share business wisdom from their dads
Renee Cordes June 16, 2022A handful of Maine business leaders reflect on what they learned from their dads.
Renee Cordes June 16, 2022
How small businesses can navigate inflation and supply-chain issues while growing revenue
Bill Williamson, Bank of America June 15, 2022Guest columnist Bill Williamson, president of Bank of America Maine, offers several strategies for keeping your business on a growth track amid economic uncertainty.
Bill Williamson, Bank of America June 15, 2022
On the Record: New Maine plaintiffs' bar leader aims to help courts recover from pandemic backlog
Renee Cordes Updated: June 13, 2022Susan Faunce, a partner with Berman & Simmons who heads the Lewiston-based law firm's mass tort practice, was recently named president of the Maine Trial Lawyers Association.
Renee Cordes Updated: June 13, 2022
Skowhegan's downtown rebirth draws on a collective effort
Peter Van Allen Updated: June 13, 2022Skowhegan's efforts to revitalize the downtown are paying off with new businesses and more recreation options on the riverfront.
Peter Van Allen Updated: June 13, 2022
Target market: Commercial development sizzles in Auburn, adding to L-A region’s appeal
Renee Cordes Updated: June 13, 2022The Androscoggin County city is attracting a growing number of franchises and factory expansions.
Renee Cordes Updated: June 13, 2022
How to navigate the product shipping process as a small business owner
Todd Flaherty, executive vice president and partner, ShipRight Updated: June 13, 2022Getting products to customers may not be the first priority for a small business, but is a key function that can be managed effectively if you understand the available options.
Todd Flaherty, executive vice president and partner, ShipRight Updated: June 13, 2022
Ask ACE: Technical assistance grants are available in Maine
Terry Johnson, independent consultant and ACE president Updated: June 13, 2022The president of the Association for Consulting Expertise shows a reader some of the funding that's available to obtain technical help, even for startups.
Terry Johnson, independent consultant and ACE president Updated: June 13, 2022
Biddeford startup seeks FDA clearance for bassinet innovation
Renee Cordes June 9, 2022FDA clearance would make Prapela's product the first available medical device to treat newborns diagnosed with neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome, the company said.
Renee Cordes June 9, 2022
How small business owners can navigate the product shipping process
Todd Flaherty June 6, 2022Running a small business is hard enough, and today's shipping-and-logistics challenges can add more stress. Guest columnist Todd Flaherty, a shipping professional, offers some advice.
Todd Flaherty June 6, 2022
Maine Venture Fund partners with Waterville accelerator to boost startups
Renee Cordes Updated: June 1, 2022The collaboration between Maine Venture Fund and Dirigo Labs aims to boost capital investments in central Maine startups.
Renee Cordes Updated: June 1, 2022
Dutch cleantech cleans up in Top Gun business-pitch contest
Renee Cordes May 27, 2022Finsulate, a Dutch company establishing a U.S. headquarters in Portland, was crowned the 2022 Top Gun Showcase winner, receiving $25,000 in prize money.
Renee Cordes May 27, 2022
On the Record: Brothers who grew up in Maine brew further growth for Rupee Beer
Renee Cordes Updated: May 30, 2022Sumit and Van Sharma, who grew up in Portland in the 1990s, have big plans for the Indian-style lager beer they launched in October 2021.
Renee Cordes Updated: May 30, 2022
Be good with B Corp: More companies are undergoing rigorous certification for accountability
Laurie Schreiber Updated: May 30, 2022A growing number of companies are becoming B Corporations and engaged in the movement. And more employers, consumers, investors and business partners are looking for that designation.
Laurie Schreiber Updated: May 30, 2022
Dutch cleantech startup to establish US headquarters in Portland
Renee Cordes Updated: May 23, 2022Finsulate, which makes an antifouling treatment for vessels and floating infrastructure, has growth in mind as the company lays anchor in Portland after a year of Maine market research.
Renee Cordes Updated: May 23, 2022
LaunchPad, Top Gun pitch contest finalists named
Renee Cordes May 13, 2022Tis the season for business-pitch competitions, featuring a combination of familiar and new faces in Maine's startup community.
Renee Cordes May 13, 2022
On the Record: Camden entrepreneur has big plans for home-based business
Renee Cordes Updated: May 16, 2022The founder of LooHoo Wool Dryer Balls has her sights set on expanding into more laundry and pet products.
Renee Cordes Updated: May 16, 2022
Today's Poll
Sponsored by Kennebunk Savings Bank
Maine's cruise ship season is in full swing, running from late September through early November. Thousands of passengers are expected to visit Portland, Bar Harbor, Eastport or Rockland.
This week alone, Portland is set to welcome around 16,000 cruise ship passengers.
But as the season ramps up, it's bringing mixed reviews. Some locals brace for the crowds and many business owners say cruise ship visitors don't spend much while in the port. Other business owners argue that, even if cruise ships don't benefit their own coffers, they still benefit the overall economy.
When we asked this question in 2023, Mainebiz respondents, 21% said the visits bring customers and revenue, while only 18% said the visits don't help their business.
More than half of the respondents, 53%, said cruise ships benefit the overall economy,
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