Dirigo Labs

Waterville accelerator lineup spans food systems to drone management

“These are founders solving specific problems specific to their expertise, and they're choosing to build here,” said Jeff Frank, program manager at Dirigo Labs.

Saco startup steals the show at Dirigo pitch competition

Latis Materials develops bio‑derived carbon fiber materials and composites said to offer environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional manufacturing.

🔒New CEO of Lewiston Auburn Metro Chamber looks to support employers

Susan Ruhlin started in the role on March 23, succeeding Shanna Cox as the organization’s president and CEO. Cox announced her resignation last July to run for political office.

12 startups named to Waterville business accelerator program

Now in its fifth year, Dirigo Labs is a 16-week program aimed at helping companies with early traction and growth potential reach the next level.
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Portland startup ties its future to crop twine with a twist

SeaTwine is a seaweed-based agricultural twine developed by Viable Gear, a Portland-based startup founded in 2021 by Katie Weiler.

Waterville startup accelerator rolls out enhanced prototyping and finance programs

In the past four years, Dirigo Labs has helped generate $14.6 million in sales and more than $21 million in capital raised by its alumni companies.

New Maine leaders take charge in 2025

Mainebiz recorded changes at law firms, banks, health care institutions, utilities and nonprofits. 

Maine startup will offer a new twist on dinner parties

Susan Ruhlin, the former head of Dirigo Labs in Waterville, aims to bring people together for shared meals via a platform called JoynaTable.
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Waterville business accelerator’s new program manager brings business, policy experience

Jeff Frank brings a diverse background in private-sector innovation, public policy and community development to his new role at Dirigo Labs.

Colby College plans campus hub touted as ‘leap forward’ for innovation

The Levine's Discovery Headquarters is set to open in fall 2027 in a renovated building on the school's Waterville campus.
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