Susan Ruhlin

Economic development

🔒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.

Banking & Finance

New Maine leaders take charge in 2025

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

Small Business

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.

Small Business

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.

Small Business

Startup mentor Susan Ruhlin leaving Dirigo Labs to pursue own business venture

The 2023 Mainebiz Woman to Watch honoree has led the Waterville startup accelerator for four years.

Startups & Entrepreneurs

Travel, marinade and tech firms among 12 startups in Dirigo Labs cohort

The curriculum includes fundraising education that aims to equip founders with skills to access capital and scale their businesses.

Startups & Entrepreneurs

At Dirigo Labs ‘demo day,’ Tanzanian ingredients spice up products

Products from Tanzania, a platform designed to help creative professionals and bottled matcha latte took the top spots at the Waterville demonstration day competition.

Economic development

Waterville business accelerator accepting applications for 2025 cohort

There will be a revamped curriculum, extended program length and a virtual financial modeling program providing financial skills for building and scaling businesses.

Professional services