Financial technology, or fintech, startups are turning Maine’s largest city into a fintech hotspot — enough to grab attention from investors, job seekers and big players looking for acquisitions.
Although Maine legalized medical marijuana in 2010 and recreational use of the drug in 2016, the state's cannabis industry is as reliant on cash transactions as it was before legalization.
The new Portland-based regional marketing manager for Skowhegan Savings explains why he made the transition from a larger regional bank, and what makes banking in Maine special.
Mainebiz talked with Wade Merritt, president of the Maine International Trade Center, about how the organization helps businesses tap into foreign markets — and how his upbringing prepared him for the job.
The Mainebiz round-up of businesses and businesspeople that have been making changes in recent weeks. Check out our compilation of new hires, promotions, accomplishments and more.