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What 11 Maine business, nonprofit leaders are thankful for in 2020
Renee Cordes Updated: November 25, 2020From enjoying the outdoors to supportive communities, here's what movers and shakers from around the state told Mainebiz they appreciate most ahead of the holiday.
Renee Cordes Updated: November 25, 2020
Portland remote-work startup raises $2.1M to fund further growth
Renee Cordes Updated: November 23, 2020The latest funding round for the Friday platform was led by Bessemer Venture Partners, a San Francisco-based venture capital firm that's helped more than 120 companies go public including Shopify, Yelp, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Renee Cordes Updated: November 23, 2020
Trial lawyers leave Lewiston firm to start statewide practice
Renee Cordes November 20, 2020Benjamin R. Gideon and Taylor A. Asen recently left Berman & Simmons to start their own statewide trial practice from New Gloucester, with plans to soon add locations in downtown Portland and Bangor.
Renee Cordes November 20, 2020
Mass. startup with patent-pending shoe takes name, inspiration from Maine roots
William Hall Updated: November 16, 2020Munjoi Inc. launched last year with a nod to Munjoy Hill in Portland. The company's founder, who made a career-changing decision there, says Maine could also be a site for future operations.
William Hall Updated: November 16, 2020
Portland tech entrepreneur urges Maine investors to be better startup 'ambassadors'
Renee Cordes Updated: November 12, 2020"Keep driving forward and being ambassadors for the State of Maine, too," said Torey Penrod-Cambra, of Portland-based startup HighByte, in the second installment of Startup Maine's new virtual speaker series. More than 60 people tuned in to Tuesday'
Renee Cordes Updated: November 12, 2020
Big Gig business pitch contest set to kick off delayed season
Renee Cordes Updated: November 9, 2020Delayed because of the pandemic, the 2020-21 season is scheduled to start on Nov. 17 with the first of four virtual events in which entrepreneurs compete for a $500 cash prize. Those winners vie in the Big Gig Grand Finale for a $5,000 prize.
Renee Cordes Updated: November 9, 2020Small businesses from Hancock, Washington counties vie for pitch-off prize
Staff November 4, 2020Five small businesses from the two Downeast counties are competing for the cash and in-kind prizes. The pitch-off comes after a two-week "mini-MBA" program organized by Coastal Enterprises Inc., its Women's Business Center and the Maine Small
Staff November 4, 2020
SBDC launches resource center for Maine small business pandemic recovery
Staff October 30, 2020The Maine Small Business Development Center Resource & Recovery program provides resources to help small businesses that have been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Staff October 30, 2020
More Maine farmers can apply for federal drought relief
Renee Cordes Updated: October 21, 2020Farmers in 14 of Maine's 16 counties can now apply for drought relief from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The available relief includes emergency loans and other aid from the USDA's Farm Services Agency.
Renee Cordes Updated: October 21, 2020
Startup Maine series to spotlight entrepreneurs, 'ecosystem builders'
Renee Cordes Updated: October 20, 2020The series, set to debut on Oct. 27, will feature discussions with Maine entrepreneurs as well as so-called "ecosystem builders" working behind the scenes to foster business growth throughout the state.
Renee Cordes Updated: October 20, 2020
2,300 small businesses, nonprofits to receive $105M in Maine COVID relief
Staff October 16, 2020The program offers a lifeline to keep small businesses afloat. A second round of applications is now open. It expands access to the program by increasing eligibility.
Staff October 16, 2020
Ask ACE: What is the best way to deal with the possibility of future emergency shutdowns?
Kimberly Gilbert, Gilbert Business Consulting Updated: July 22, 2021A guest consultant advises a Mainebiz reader on what businesses can do now to prepare for COVID closures (or other crises) in days to come.
Kimberly Gilbert, Gilbert Business Consulting Updated: July 22, 2021
Maine exports drop 14%, but trade expert predicts 2021 rebound
Laurie Schreiber October 14, 2020The Maine International Trade Center encourages companies to think about investing in overseas connections so they’re ready to take advantage of renewed global trade when it comes.
Laurie Schreiber October 14, 2020
After 34 years, U-Haul closes branch in Cooks Corner, Brunswick
William Hall October 13, 2020The do-it-yourself moving truck and supply outlet was one of three U-Haul branches in Brunswick, including a branch that opened four years ago in a vacant industrial plant.
William Hall October 13, 2020
Small business COVID-19 incentive program facilitates inn transactions
Laurie Schreiber October 12, 2020Inn transactions in Bath and Sullivan were initially stymied by the challenge of finding a bank willing to lend during the pandemic. The SBA program made closings on both properties possible.
Laurie Schreiber October 12, 2020$2.2M in USDA funds awarded to help grow 11 Maine small businesses
Staff October 2, 2020A smoked fish processor and an herbal tea maker were among those that won grants from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The funds are intended to help generate new products, create and expand marketing opportunities and increase producer income.
Staff October 2, 2020
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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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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