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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.

Bold predictions for Maine’s economy in 2026 span recession risk to practical optimism

Business leaders from around the state have varying expectations for the coming year.

10 ‘Made in Maine’ columns that showcase home-grown craftsmanship at its best

The biweekly column made its debut in 2025 and will continue in 2026.

‘Check your ego at the door’ and other leadership lessons

Here's your curated list of C-suite insights shared by 10 Mainebiz panelists this year.
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Robots, rage rooms and other offbeat stories in 2025

As we get ready to wind down the year, here’s a recap of 10 stories that tickled our fancy in 2025. 

Maine PFAS testing lab rebrands to reflect growing national reach

Maine Laboratories, a “forever chemical” testing and analysis service in Somerset County, changed its name to PFAS Laboratories.

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.

Blacksmith and specialty knife retailer team up to ‘forge’ a Portland startup

A blacksmith and a specialty knife retailer launched a company that makes and sells hand-forged knives, Japanese-inspired with Western influences, in small batches.
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Here comes the sun: sustainability pros start consultancy in Portland

Hubbard and Pulaski have consulted for major institutions and developers around the world. With their new firm, “We like seeing the projects through and working face-to-face.”

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.
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