Monthly Archives: May 2024

Maine SBDC Recognizes Newly Certified Business Advisors

Certified Business Advisor Chase Nelson (Center) with State Directors Linda Rossi (VT SBDC) and Mark Delisle (ME SBDC)

The Maine Small Business Development Centers (Maine SBDC), a state-wide program that helps entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses, recognized two business advisors who received their Core Competencies Certification from the New England Professional Development (NEPD) group on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. Newly certified advisors include Chase Nelson (Maine SBDC) and Jodi Cordes (CEI’s Women’s Business… Read more »

Interstate Bowling Center & Town Line Sports Grille – Hallowell

Donna Oliver and husband in front of Interstate Bowling & Town Line Sports Grille

Donna Oliver & her husband, Hurley, are longtime bowling enthusiasts with 25+ years of experience working in the industry – having met at the original Interstate Bowling Center in 2000. When the owner of Sparetime Recreation and Ground Round Sports Grille in Hallowell decided he wanted to retire, Donna was the perfect fit to take… Read more »

New England Iron Pollo – Bangor

The orange food truck of New England Iron Pollo

When Alberto Mateo moved to Maine in 2022, he brought extensive experience in the food industry. After experiencing Maine’s popularity as a foodie state, Alberto wanted to start a business that celebrated Maine’s rich history as the former chicken capital of the world (a commonly forgotten fact) and also incorporated his heritage with Caribbean Latino… Read more »

Hurt & Co – Scarborough

Three health specialists from Hurt & Co

Melinda Hurt has been a physical therapist for over a decade and a business co-owner for several years. As she considered her future, she wanted something more and decided it was time to start out on her own. Melinda knew she’d need help navigating the complexities of transitioning away from her partnership and support bringing… Read more »