Startups & Entrepreneurs

Saco Bay Sea Farms is developing a “plug-and-play” aquaculture coworking space, allowing farmers to test sea farming practices at a fraction of the cost typically required.

The eight-week business growth initiative aims to help participants scale operations, explore innovative marketing strategies and build long-term sustainability

New businesses range from garden design, a mobile bar, custom greeting cards and expeditions to East Africa.

Ahead of Startup Maine Week this month, Mainebiz caught up Sarah Smith to find out more about her plans for the Portland-based organization and assessment of the state’s startup scene.

New startup funding routes in Maine include a venture capital firm aiming to close its first two investments this month; a venture studio that’s tapping academic talent to get new businesses off the ground; and a revenue-based debt instrument for growth capital.

The M&T Charitable Foundation will support the Roux Institute’s Entrepreneurship & Venture Creation initiatives.

Startup Maine Week, which typically attracts more than 800 attendees, will take place from May 18-21 at two downtown venues.

Portland-based HighByte is ranked No. 23 on Inc. magazine’s latest list of the fastest-growing companies in the Northeast.

More than 200 applications are expected for the fourth edition of the statewide business plan contest.

Four Maine organizations have been recognized by the Maine International Trade Center for their work to increase exports, innovation and investment in the state.