November 1, 2021 EditionEdition

🔒Newsworthy people and performances for Nov. 1, 2021

The Mainebiz roundup of businesses and businesspeople that have been making changes in recent weeks. Check out our compilation of new hires, promotions, accomplishments and more.

🔒On the Record: Janene Oleaga and her boutique law firm specialize in a ‘happy’ legal area

The lawyer and entrepreneur helps clients with legal issues around assisted reproduction, third-party reproduction and family formation. "I get to play a small role in helping people become parents," she says.

🔒Building Business: Maine’s tallest building breaks ground, others take shape

What's expected to become Maine's tallest building is officially under construction in Portland. Brunswick is another hub of activity, with two major projects underway.

🔒Commentary: Consumers are getting a window into ‘logistics’ challenges

A Maine expert from the shipping and logistics industry shares his perspective on the current supply chain crisis and what consumers can expect in the months ahead.
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🔒Broken links: Maine leaders find new sources to overcome supply chain shortages

Consumers these days are well familiar with supply-chain shortages. To find out how Maine businesses are adapting to them, Mainebiz reached out to a dozen businesses, ranging from a boatyard to a chocolate maker to a retail car-servicing chain.

🔒Bangor’s transit transition: New depot aims to put transit on the map as transport of choice

Fittingly called the Community Connector, the bus system in Bangor is a key driver in the region's economic vitality. Now the city is getting a downtown transit center whose impact will go far beyond the downtown.

🔒Electric avenue: Mirroring US trend, Maine move to electric cars picks up pace

Electric vehicles are still a novelty in Maine, but making up an ever-bigger slice of the state’s car market. And Maine automotive businesses, policymakers and consumers are changing the way they think about EVs.

🔒Ask ACE: How much is available through the American Rescue Plan Act for private business?

Two leaders from the Association for Consulting Expertise answer a reader's question about the massive federal relief program and the direct funding available to help Maine businesses.
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🔒From the Editor: A lot of Mainers are sweating the logistics

The saying is “don’t sweat the details,” but in recent months transportation and logistics have very much...
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