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On the Record: Leigh Kellis, founder of the Holy Donut, adds another calling
Renee Cordes Updated: October 5, 2020After launching the popular donut shop in Portland eight years ago, Kellis has a new mission: bringing vegan cookies to Maine, and using some of the proceeds to create a cleaner planet. Mainebiz checked in with her for an update.
Renee Cordes Updated: October 5, 2020
How to set up your small business: a lawyer's perspective
Michael A. Hockenbury September 14, 2020An attorney at Rudman Winchell outlines steps needed to set up a small business, from hiring professional services to choosing the corporate structure.
Michael A. Hockenbury September 14, 2020
Maine entrepreneur harvests a new idea for startup
Maureen Milliken Updated: September 7, 2020At 22 years old, he's already been working for years to figure out a way of converting hemp stalks into an efficient-energy product. Now he's on the verge of succeeding at his quest.
Maureen Milliken Updated: September 7, 2020
New business still on tap, as four newcomers keep Maine's craft beer buzz going
Renee Cordes Updated: September 7, 2020While this isn’t an easy year to run any business or start a new one, four newcomers to Maine’s craft beer industry may be defying expectations. The startups are in Belfast, Pittsfield, West Bath and Wiscasset.
Renee Cordes Updated: September 7, 2020
Startup journey: Maine’s Top Gun program has a growing list of successful alumni
Laurie Schreiber Updated: September 7, 2020The entrepreneurial training program has helped cultivate over 240 startups since its founding in 2009, creating a supportive "ecosystem" of both fledgling businesspeople and experienced mentors.
Laurie Schreiber Updated: September 7, 2020
Immigrant Welcome Center seeks next leader to carry on Nahimana's legacy
Renee Cordes Updated: September 4, 2020The Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center is seeking a new executive director to succeed — but not replace — the late Alain J. Nahimana.
Renee Cordes Updated: September 4, 2020
Portland cleaning company 'dreams big' of winning national small business competition
Staff September 2, 2020Green Clean Maine is one of only 24 finalists in the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Dream Big Awards, which drew over 700 applicants. The company is also one of only two finalists from New England.
Staff September 2, 2020
MTI awards $2.16M to 10 innovation projects, funding 1,600 jobs across Maine
Renee Cordes Updated: September 1, 2020Recipients include Brunswick-based STARC Systems, which was awarded $307,500 towards a $4.57 million project to invest in automated equipment for infection isolation solutions to help stop the spread of COVID-19 within hospitals.
Renee Cordes Updated: September 1, 2020
New pitch competition aims to help Maine's marine and coastal businesses
Staff August 25, 2020Maine Sea Grant hopes to tap into the Maine coast's "tradition of ingenuity" by launching a pitch competition that offers winners up to $15,000 for new or existing projects.
Staff August 25, 2020
Mills launches $200 million grant program for small businesses hurt by COVID-19
Maureen Milliken August 21, 2020Small businesses that have fallen through the cracks or run out of relief money are eligible for the $200 million Maine Economic Recovery Grant Program announced Thursday by Gov. Janet Mills.
Maureen Milliken August 21, 2020
'Stick to who you are' and other tips from startup stars in Mainebiz forum
Renee Cordes August 18, 2020From storytelling to succession planning, five Maine entrepreneurs shared practical tips, insights and mistakes they've made in Tuesday's hour-long virtual Mainebiz Small Business Forum.
Renee Cordes August 18, 2020
SBDC, state launch grant program for low- to moderate-income business owners
Staff August 17, 2020Grants of $5,000, through the Community Development Block Grant program and approved with the federal CARES Act, are available for businesses in most parts of the state that have five employees or less whose owners are low to moderate-income.
Staff August 17, 2020Three new honorees among 12 Maine companies to make prestigious Inc. 5000 list
Staff August 13, 2020The annual list of fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. contained many names from previous rankings, but also a few newcomers.
Staff August 13, 2020
Maine Energy Marketers Association names new president
Staff August 11, 2020Charlie Summers, formerly a Defense Department official and Maine secretary of state, will lead the trade group.
Staff August 11, 2020
SEO-powered Portland law firm on expansion drive
Renee Cordes August 10, 2020Opticliff Law recently added an attorney with a background in estate planning and corporate law and is actively seeking a real estate attorney to round out the team.
Renee Cordes August 10, 2020
Bangor’s Coffee Hound wins Big Gig’s virtual pitch-off
Staff August 7, 2020During the pandemic, the company pivoted from primarily café sales to expanded manufacturing opportunities and new wholesale partnerships.
Staff August 7, 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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Work for ME
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