Success stories
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Derek Ezovski: Powering Small Business Growth by Clearing the Path to “Yes”
When lenders face complex environmental questions, deals can stall—and small businesses can miss their moment. Derek Ezovski saw that gap and built a solution. In 2009, Derek founded Outsourced Risk...
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2026 Maine Small Businesspersons of the Year, Custom Composite Technologies
Maureen, Stephen, and Nathaniel Hassett Custom Composite Technologies, Inc. Small Business Persons of the Year Nominated by Jennifer Boutin, SBDC For the past 25 years Maureen and Steve Hassett have...
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2026 New England Small Business Manufacturer of the Year Compotech, Inc.
Compotech, Inc. Maine and New England Small Business Manufacturer of the Year Nominated by Andrew Dorr, Machias Savings Bank Manufacturing businesses can often rely on traditional industries to build...
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2026 Home Based Business of the Year Casco Bay Ambulance Service
As the state with the oldest population in the country, Maine has a significant need for medical services and businesses that can provide these services. In 2023, Rebecca and Adam Royer decided to...
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2026 New England Veteran Owned Business of the Year Spud Speedway
Spud Speedway, Inc. Maine and New England Veteran Owned Small Business of the Year Nominated by Josh Nadeau, NMDC One of the more striking things about Aroostook County is how much potatoes mean to...
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2026 Woman Owned Small Business Fundamental Foot Care
As Maine’s population continues to age, access to specialized healthcare services that preserve mobility, independence, and quality of life has never been more essential. Recognizing this growing need...
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2026 Young Entrepreneur of the Year Francis Fisheries
Working waterfronts are one of the most iconic images associated with Maine and its economy. Unfortunately, these important parts of Maine’s small business heritage has faced numerous challenges over...
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TJ Noel Sullivan – Hartford Film Company, bringing the Midas Touch to Film
TJ Noel-Sullivan is an inspiring young entrepreneur where at just 25, he wrote, directed, and produced an acclaimed film Midas – just amazing! The Hartford Film Company was founded with the intention...