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Kittery brewer makes strong debut of Maine's first nonalcoholic craft beer
Updated: March 29, 2021Pointer, the newest brand from Woodland Farms Brewery of Kittery, sold out online in four days, founder Patrick Rowan told Mainebiz.
Updated: March 29, 2021
Celebrating the 2021 Mainebiz Business Leaders of the Year
March 26, 2021Read about seven distinguished Mainers who have helped shape the state's economic vitality over the past 12 months, and who will be honored at the virtual Business Leaders of the Year award reception on Thursday, April 15.
March 26, 2021
Maine business survey shows tempered optimism, short-term money worries
Updated: March 22, 2021A survey of 500 business leaders from 35 industries statewide found that many remain unsure about what the next 12 months will bring, despite the fact that optimism strongly outweighs pessimism.
Updated: March 22, 2021One year after Collins helped launch PPP, success but also caution
March 19, 2021Since its inception one year ago, nearly 40,000 Maine businesses have received forgivable loans under the Paycheck Protection Program, and more relief is coming. But a federal watchdog agency is concerned about fraud and mismanagement.
March 19, 2021
After delay, CEI Ventures raises $14.8M for latest fund
March 18, 2021The Good Jobs Fund is the fifth for the venture capital arm of Brunswick-based Coastal Enterprises Inc.
March 18, 2021
Business Leaders: These three entrepreneurs are growing Maine Crisp faster than barley
Updated: March 22, 2021Karen Getz started Maine Crisp Co. seven years ago in a basement. Her husband, Steve, joined the effort, and then Steve's business partner, Mike Ross. Today, the company is preparing to move into a 17,500-square-foot Winslow plant.
Updated: March 22, 2021
Celebrating the 2021 Business Leaders of the Year
Updated: March 22, 2021In a world profoundly and permanently changed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2021 Mainebiz Business Leaders of the Year are seven remarkable individuals whose perseverance, resilience and vision are necessary more than ever.
Updated: March 22, 2021
Portland startup pioneers a hat to secure implants for deaf children
Updated: March 15, 2021A family's own need led to CoAmplify, a Portland startup that created a hat to give deaf kids "the freedom to just be kids."
Updated: March 15, 2021
Businesses will get PPP tax break as Maine supplemental budget is passed
March 12, 2021The compromise budget exempts more than 28,000 businesses from paying state income taxes on Paycheck Protection Program loans. It also gives a tax break to 160,000 Mainers who collected unemployment in 2020.
March 12, 2021
Key takeaways for Maine businesses in the $1.9 trillion stimulus bill
March 11, 2021The American Rescue Plan passed by the House on Wednesday includes funding for the broadband industry, restaurants and live entertainment venues, among other businesses targeted for relief.
March 11, 2021Lewiston may expand emergency relief for small businesses
March 9, 2021After the city received little response to a first round of emergency financial assistance, city councilors will consider expanding eligibility and making other changes to get the funds to Lewiston businesses in need.
March 9, 2021
Stanley Subaru earns Ellsworth chamber’s top award
March 9, 2021Before opening the business in 1999, the Stanley family counted Subarus going by to see if the location was justified. Since then, it’s gone from seven to 45 employees, with an extensive giving program to numerous local organizations.
March 9, 2021
'We're ready' is maple producers' rallying cry as Maine Maple Sunday approaches
March 8, 2021Traditionally held the fourth weekend of March, last year's maple celebration was shut down as the COVID-19 pandemic spread. This year's event is set for March 27-28, with guidelines in place to protect participants' health.
March 8, 2021
Biddeford-based Hyperlite Mountain Gear adds NY investor
March 8, 2021T-street Capital LLC typically invests $5 million to $25 million in growing, small- to mid-sized consumer goods businesses. The investment in Hyperlite follows a round of early-stage venture financing the company received three years ago.
March 8, 2021
Grassroots efforts: For small businesses, diversity and inclusion revealed in everyday actions
Updated: August 31, 2021In this feature from a special issue on diversity, equity and inclusion, Mainebiz looks at why DEI for small businesses can ultimately be a matter of small changes in everyday operations.
Updated: August 31, 2021
Making in Maine matters: Small manufacturers find success in the state's brand
Updated: March 8, 2021For products ranging from flags to frozen treats, the "made in Maine" identity is a valuable asset. Small businesses are discovering just how valuable as their goods see demand far beyond the state's borders.
Updated: March 8, 2021
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