April 6, 2026Edition

A roundup of new hires, promotions and achievements at businesses, nonprofits, health care institutions and professional services firms in Maine.

Mainebiz revisits a Portland downtown corridor that has seen some ups and downs.

In March, Ocean’s Balance was named “Exporter of the Year” by the Maine International Trade Center.

Most schedule problems build from smaller breakdowns: unclear scope, poor handoffs, missing materials, bad sequencing or delayed decisions.

Hebert Construction’s renovation of Lewiston’s 19th century Dr. Milton Wedgewood House was “a labor of love,” according to COO Simon Hebert.

Newcomers to Congress Street include a collectibles and trading card store, two coffee shops and a vendor of magazine titles from around the globe.

Drawing inspiration from Pike Place in Seattle and London’s Borough Market, developer Casey Prentice does not aim to duplicate either but rather create something unique to Portland.

The use of church buildings for other purposes isn’t new. The topic is relevant for many congregations around the state

The vast majority of commercial and multifamily projects built in Maine today are constructed using prefabricated components. The practice saves substantial construction time, improves predictability and delivers a superior product.

Advances in technologies have enabled modular manufacturers like KBS to offer mass customization, making it possible to efficiently produce a broader range of work.

Mainebiz sat down with the city's new waterfront coordinator to find out more about her background and priorities.