The president of Kenway Corp. is restoring a ’65 model and races his sailboat each week.
J. Hemmerdinger
MaineToday Media hires CFO
Patrick Sweeney says a top priority for the finance division is to provide ‘better information faster.’
The Bottom Line: Adapt and thrive
Kenway Corp.’s capacity to design and build fiberglass products for a diverse client base helps it keep going and growing.
City ad firms challenge the big dogs
PORTLAND – Local advertising agencies are hiring employees from some of the world’s leading ad firms in an ongoing effort to land major corporate clients and compete against big-city firms. And executives say the new hires are coming to Portland eagerly, attracted by the city’s creative atmosphere. “Clients are starting to figure out that (work) […]
Barber Foods sells business
Barber Foods has been acquired by Ohio-based AdvancePierre Foods in a move expected to give the Portland company access to new markets and millions of dollars in capital investment.
Barber Foods sold to Ohio company,’significant’ layoffs expected
Cincinnati-based AdvancePierre says it plans to invest “millions” in Barber’s Portland plant.
Executive finds historical memorabilia difficult to resist
Geiger still publishes the ‘Farmers’ Almanac,’ which the company acquired after moving to Lewiston in 1955.
The Bottom Line: Where promotion stands the test of time
Geiger, which has been around since 1878, partly credits the dedication of Maine’s work force for its success and growth.
Call center gives boost to Maine’s tech credentials
Fast-growing Carbonite Inc. chooses Lewiston for a customer service office with about 150 computer-related jobs.
Tech firm bringing service center, 150 jobs to Lewiston
By having the center in Maine rather than overseas, Carbonite Inc. can deliver a “superior customer experience.”