WEX’s Michael Dubyak hopes Project Login will help Maine keep up with demand for IT workers.
Jessica Hall
Posted inBusiness, News
WEX’s Dubyak promotes Maine education projects
Educate Maine is attempting to tackle the skills gap – the difference between technology jobs available and the number of qualified applicants.
advertisement
Posted inBusiness
Union opposes Hostess’ bread deals
The union says the sale to Flowers Foods offers no assurances that ex-workers – including those in Maine – would be protected.
Posted inBusiness, News
Portland updates guide to doing business in city
The “Guide to Doing Business in Portland” offers advice on how to navigate business licensing and permitting or ways to seek financial assistance.
Posted inBusiness
Chamber’s acting CEO upgraded to permanent
Chris Hall says Regional Chamber must be “connected to people’s passions.”
Posted inBusiness, News
Portland Regional Chamber names Hall as new CEO
Acting CEO Chris Hall was chosen after a national search that looked at close to 85 candidates.
Posted inBusiness, News
A turning point for telecommuting?
After Yahoo’s decision to end the practice, Maine telecommuters see both sides in a debate about the viability and value of working from home.
Posted inBusiness, News
Flowers Foods to buy most Hostess bread assets
Hostess did not immediately return calls seeking comment on the future of the Biddeford bakery, where 370 employees lost their jobs.
Posted inBusiness, News, Politics
Competition fierce in Maine, even for low-wage jobs
A liberal advocacy organization’s report stirs bipartisan calls for state policies to expand employment opportunities.
Posted inBusiness
Bids sought for new cargo service to N.Y.
The plan for a tug-barge operation could help revive Portland’s role as a center for cargo shipping.