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Monthly Newsletter· October, 2014
What are the benefits of Eligible sectors are: Biotechnology the Pine Tree Zone Aquaculture & Marine Technology Program? by Brian Mulligan, Account Executive Maine Department of Economic & Community Development As one of Governor LePage’s Account Executives at the Maine Department of Economic & Community Development (DECD), I am honored to have the opportunity to work one-on-one with Maine’s job creators to help them support and grow their operations. As I travel and visit with businesses in my region - - which is comprised of Kennebec, Hancock, Somerset, Piscataquis and Washington counties - - I get to see, firsthand, many tremendous Maine companies, meet extraordinary small business owners, witness the fine work of dedicated employees, and observe the quality products and services that are ultimately generated. One of the most important discussion points often centers on the Benefits of Maine’s Pine Tree Development Zone (PTDZ) program. The program is designed to spur economic development and job creation throughout the State of Maine. The PTDZ program provides new and improves existing employment opportunities, broadens the tax base and stimulates the State’s economy through the creation of quality jobs. Maine’s Pine Tree Development Zone (PTDZ) program offers eligible businesses the chance to greatly reduce or virtually eliminate state taxes for up to ten years when they create new, quality jobs in certain business sectors or move existing jobs in those sectors to Maine. Over 275 Maine businesses were participating in the PTDZ program in 2013, with reimbursements from thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars for taxes paid on new employees.
Composite Materials Technology Environmental Technology Advanced Technologies for Forestry & Agriculture
Manufacturing and Precision Manufacturing
Information Technology
Financial Services Benefits vary depending on your business sector and location; your business may be eligible for corporate tax credits, sales and use tax exemptions for both personal and real property, withholding tax reimbursements of 80%, and reduced electricity rates. (Some financial sector companies may also be eligible for certain insurance tax credits.) I eagerly stand ready to assist you, or someone you know, with any business-related issue that may present itself. Please do not hesitate to contact me if I can be of assistance. I can be reached at brian.mulligan@maine.gov or by phone at 624-7457.
Highlights in this Issue: P. 2: From the President’s Chair P. 3: Workforce Development Services at the Waterville Public Library P. 4: Member Events Calendar P. 7: Member News P. 8: Member Spotlight: B&B Embroidery and Ink MMCC Bond Positions By Brad Fisher, Public Policy chair & chair of the board of directors Just around the corner is another election cycle including a new round of Bond questions. It is the general consensus of the Mid Maine Chamber of Commerce that borrowing, which is what bonding is, is generally not a best practice. Although there are times when bonding is essential to the tax payer and the wellbeing of the state; it should be done cautiously after consideration for how the funds will be repaid, determination on whether there is an actual return on investment, and questioning whether there are private funds available for projects seeking bond funding. This year, there are six bond questions and one referendum question on the general election ballet November 4th. The MMCC Public Policy committee has reviewed each bond and come to the following conclusions based on the mission of the Chamber and the information provided. The Mid-Maine Chamber opposes Question 1 as it will have an adverse impact on the hunting industry in Maine. Maine’s tourism economy has strong roots in outdoor activities, including hunting. A “no” vote on this question will help protect those businesses who rely on Maine’s tourism industry. The Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce supports Question 2 in relation to an $8,000,000 bond to support agriculture, facilitate economic growth in natural resources-based industries. We feel many businesses in our region will benefit and support the University of Maine Cooperative Service as they are also very active in our region in the agriculture and natural resources-based industries.
Special Thanks to (CMD), Central Maine Disposal for its donation to the chamber of all or our trash needs.! Thank you!
The Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce supports Question 3 in favor of a $4,000,000 bond in funds to insure portions of loans to small business and spur investment. These funds will be distributed through the Finance Authority of Maine to smaller, regional economic development agencies such as KVCOG which in turn work through local banks to provide funding to new and expanding businesses in which they may otherwise not receive. The Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce will not be taking a position on any of the remaining bond questions as we feel that there is not enough information to either support or oppose those questions.
50 ELM STREET, WATERVILLE, ME 04901 • TEL: (207) 873-3315 • FAX: (207) 877-0087 customerservice@midmainechamber.com • www.midmainechamber.com Brad Fisher, Chair of the Board • Kimberly N. Lindlof, President & CEO
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From the President’s Chair If you need further proof that we are the coolest Chamber around, then look no further than our NEW mobile app. It is available at the Google Play Store so that anyone who has Bowdoin Photography a droid phone or tablet can search on MidMaine Chamber, Midmaine chamber or mid Maine chamber and will be able to find the app and install it. Or go directly to http://app.midmainechamber.com and use the app’s site and if your devise is compatible, the site will prompt you to get the app. You can also use the QR code below. Apple and Kindle versions should be out by the time you receive this newsletter. Already, this app has been helpful to me. It links directly to our site for participating businesses accepting Chamber Advantage Discount Cards, Chamber gift certificates or offering Hot Deals. It’s great for finding our members, sorted by category; looking for photos of our events; watching video of our awards dinner; reading member news, or job searching. And, there’s a Taste link as well as links for all of our events including Business After Hours, Business Breakfasts, Leading Women’s Luncheons and our fund-raisers. Please email or call us if you have a problem. Please note that this is another way to promote you, our members, for no additional charge. We will be able to make you look better if you supply us with your logo to these specs: 580width x 410height-72dpi, And thank you, for your continued support!
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Complimentary hors d’oeuvres , cash bar, fabulous door prizes, 50/50 raffle & more! WATERVILLE make multiple stops with their loved ones,” she said. Our $16M investment will transform your MaineGeneral Medical Center Chief outpatient health care for generations to Operating Officer Paul Stein agrees with come Higgins’ assessment. “I’m excited to have primary and speMaineGeneral Health committed $16 cialty care, diagnostic services and a 24/7 million to transform its Thayer Center for Health (TCH) into the most comprehensive Emergency Department all under one roof,” Stein said. outpatient health care facility in Maine. “The TCH is a key part of our overall Contractors worked 11 months to exstrategic plan, in concert with the Alfond tensively remodel the building’s interior, Center for Health in Augusta, to provide the parking lots and main entrance. best-quality care with the most convenient Ten physician practices relocated to access to services for our region,” he addThayer from sites in Waterville, Oakland ed. “Our patients will benefit from these and Fairfield – joining practices already efforts for generations to come.” there – to provide easier access to care. Thayer opened in 1951 as a standAnd now, with a planned Oct. 25 open house, MaineGeneral staff will welcome the alone inpatient hospital and was modified many times in the decades that followed. public to celebrate a new model of health Renovation work started at Thayer on Nov. care for the region. 10, 2013 – the day after the Alfond Center “We’re excited for people to see the for Health opened – and was substantially new Thayer, one that embodies the vision completed in late September. we had before its transformation,” said Led by general contracting firm J. F. Thayer Director of Operations Buffy Higgins. Scott Construction Company of Winthrop, Higgins said the facility’s redesign the work was completed almost exclusively offers a “one-stop shopping model” to by Maine contractors. make accessing health care easier for patients who won’t have to travel to different Continued on page 6 sites for physician office visits and related services. “People have been telling me daily how easy it will be for them to not have to
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Page 3 Workforce Development Services at the Waterville Public Library by Tammy L. Rabideau, MLS Business & Career Center Coordinator, Waterville Public Library Waterville Public Library Business & Career Center (WPLBCC) collaborates with several service partners to offer workforce development programs and services. Weekly on Tuesdays, job seekers can make use of a resume writing lab from 10a-12p. This service is provided by the Library as well as Women, Work, and Community. Also on Tuesdays, Dana Hamilton, Kennebec Valley Community Action Program Employment Services Coordinator, is available for one-on-one appointments to help job seekers navigate the job search process. Veterans of the US military can make Tuesday appointments to meet with a veterans’ employment specialist who can assist with job search activities, resume writing, and interviewing skill development. Job seeker workshops are offered weekly at the Library from 1p-3p on Wednesdays and participants should call 680.2603 to register for all Wednesday workshops. A Job Search Workshop is available on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. These workshops are highly recommended for anyone in a phase of a job search. The Job Search Workshops are offered to men and women by Women, Work, & Community. On the second Wednesday of each month from 1p-3p, the Library hosts workshops on topics such as How to Make the Most of a Job Fair Workshop and Job Search Skills for People with a Criminal History. At the Library on the 4th Wednesday of each month from 1p-3p, the Augusta CareerCenter of the Maine Department of Labor (MDOL) offers a workshop providing an overview of Department of Labor programs and services useful to any job seeker. On the 3rd Wednesdays once a month, Women Unlimited
“My Favorite Thing” Is a new segment for the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce newsletter. We would like to hear from our Chamber members what your “Favorite Thing” is regarding another Chamber member. It could be about the new lawnmower you just got, an event, or service. Send us an email and we will be putting them in the monthly newsletter. E-mail: customerservice@midmainechamber.com. Send your photo too, if you can!
A Few of Our Favorite Things... Lynne Dailey, FVP. “I love how so many of the area restaurants jump on board to help FV with its dine around fund-raising project.” Shout out to: Mainely Brews, Amici’s Cucina, Joseph’s Steak House, Silver Street Tavern. Tanya Verzoni, Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce, “ I love Loyal Biscuit Company, it has the best food and toys for your pets and I get to bring the dogs shopping!” can be available to provide a program and services overview. On regular rotations every month on Thursdays, Maine Educational Opportunity Center offers an Essentials of College Planning Information Session and Job Corps provides an information session. In eligible cases, the MDOL can provide financial assistance for training programs necessary to meet employment needs. Applicants can explore eligibility by scheduling an appointment to meet with Augusta CareerCenter Counselor Sharon Labbe at the Library by calling 624.5128 or by email at sharon.a.labbe@maine.gov. The Library partners with the Mid-Maine Regional Adult Community Education and Lawrence Adult Education and others to provide WorkReady, a work readiness program highly endorsed by local businesses. The next WorkReady program will take place in Waterville from 10/20-11/7. There will be an Information Session on Thursday, Oct.9, 10:30a12:30p. Contact Susan Tuthill at 873-5754 for more information about WorkReady. The Waterville Public Library regularly hosts job fairs and recruiting sessions to connect employers and job seekers. Contact Tammy for more information.
Newsletter Information Inserts: Pricing 8 ½ x 11 inch single sheet, unfolded $150 per issue 8 ½ x 11 inch single sheet, folded $175 per issue 625 Inserts Required Inserts must be delivered to the Chamber office by the 3rd Friday of the month. They are also included in our online newsletter, which is e-mailed to over 1,000 people, shared on our social networks, and added to our Web site. All requests are taken by date on a first-come, first-serve basis. Be wise – print on both sides of your insert ! People News, Members News and Member Calendar: Please e-mail your articles to customerservice@midmainechamber.com. Send by the 3rd Friday of the month and we will include in our next issue as space allows. You can also enter your calendar events, job postings and member news on our Website: www.midmainechamber.com Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce is looking for volunteers from our members to be part of our Ambassador's Teams. Please call Patricia at 873-3315 for more information.
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Oct.1—FVP’s-Dining to end Domestic Violence— Mainely Brews-Waterville 4:00PM FMI: www.familyviolenceproject.org/brochuresnewsletters-annual-reports/brochuresnewsletters-annual-reports/events
Registration%20October%202014%20-% 20Diversity%20and%20Inclusion%20in%20the% 20Workplace.pdf Oct. 9-Amicia’s Wine Tasting, Waterville 5:00PM7:00PM Benefit Family Violence Project. FMI: http://www.familyviolenceproject.org/brochuresnewsletters-annual-reports/brochuresnewsletters-annual-reports/events
Oct. 4– Unity Barn Raisers—Day of Service, 12:30PM registration at the Unity Community Center. Community Meal—4:30PM suggested donation $7-$15. FMI: contact Mary at 249-7820 Oct. 10,11,12,17,18,19– Waterville Opera House or Unity Barn Raisers office at 948-9005. presents “The Addams Family” A new Musical. www.unitybarnraisers.org FMI: www.operahouse.org Oct. 4-Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area will offer a certified Hospice Volunteer training. A pretraining interview is required. 8:30AM-12:30PM. FMI: Bridget at 873-3615 x11 or bryan@hvwa.org
Oct. 11– Snow Pond Center for the Arts, Guitar Bootcamp 2014 with Don Pride. 10:00AM— 5:00PM. Located at New England Music Camp. FMI: snowpondcommunitymusic.org
Oct. 26– 2nd American Girl Doll Social at Waterville Area Humane Society. 12:30PM-3:30PM. Call 873-2430 to register or in person at 100 Webb Road, Waterville. Oct. 27—Waterville Public Library– 6:30PM, Wes McNair-Poetry. FMI: www.watervillelibrary.org Oct. 29- MDF Leadership Unplugged with Steve Pound, Associate Director, Workforce Development, Cianbro Corporation. 7:30AM-9:00AM Husson University, Bangor Oct. 29—Waterville Main Street ,Kringleville Auction at Silver Street Tavern at 5PM. Tickets available at 680-2055. Oct. 31- Maine-ly Elder Care blood pressure clinic at Shaw’s, Waterville. (free) 1:00PM-3PM
Nov. 2—Fall Open House at Quarry Road Recreation Area. 11:00AM –2:00PM. Oct. 5– Waterville Main Street, 12th Annual HarJoin Friends of Quarry Road at the Welcome Cenvest Festival, 10:00AM-5:00PM, at Head of Falls ter yurt to learn about the recent improvements, on Front Street in downtown Waterville. upcoming future plans and winter programs. ExFMI: www.watervillemainstreet.org/events.php plore the trails, watch or participate in a Paintball Oct. 18, -New Beginnings Church of God– 2nd Biathlon 5K Run. New this year: Discounts of annual Fall Festival Craft Fair. 392 Main Street, 10% for 2014/15 season ski pass if purchased Oct. 7– Hardy Girls Healthy Women webinar seat Open House or if you are a Mid-Maine Chamries. “Introduction to Hardy Girls Healthy Women” Waterville, from 9-2. FMI: call Amy 659-6595 ber of Commerce member. FMI: 1:00PM-2:00PM. Register, at: Oct. 18, 19– Railroad Square Cinema—New Cine- www.quarryroadrecarea.org FMI: on the Paintwww.hghw.org ball Biathlon Run: www.centralmaineskiclub.org ma from Italy, “Honey” , 12:30PM FMI: Oct. 7– Colby College Visiting Writers Series, Dan www.railroadsquarecinema.com/films/ Looking for something fun to do? Follow the #comingSoon Chaon, 7:00PM. Each reading will take place in Langlais Art Trail! Go to the Robinson Room, Miller Library. Admission is www.langlaisarttrail.org . free. FMI: www.colby.edu/news Much of this art is in the greater Waterville Oct. 24– Hardy Girls Healthy Women webinar series. Allies In Action: Girls Advisory Board Panel area. Oct.8– Kennebec Valley Human Resources Asso- 3:30PM-4:00PM. Register at: www.hghw.org Business After Hours ciation(KVHRA) meeting. Augusta Civic Center Quarry Road Recreation Area and Pete’s 7:30AM-9:30AM. This month’s topic is Diversity & Inclusion in the Workplace presented by Meg Pig & Southern Barbeque Oct. 25– Inland Hospital– 9th Annual Fall Pops LePage, of Pierce Atwood LLP. Register no later Concert featuring the Portland Symphony Orchesthan Thursday Oct. 2. kvhra.shrm.org/sites/ tra and guest Soprano, Suzanne Nance at the kvhra.shrm.org/files/ Waterville Opera House. Tickets on sale at 8737000 or www.operahouse.org FMI: inlandhospital.org/Events/UpcomingFind more great mid-Maine events Philanthropical-Events.aspx Oct. 17– Maine-ly Elder Care blood pressure clinic at Hannaford’s Elm Plaza, Waterville. (free) 2:00PM-4PM
anytime at www.MidMaineFun.com!
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Advance Spray Foam Dawn Marin 426-2500 227 Neck Road, Benton www.advancedsprayfoam.com CapelessIT William Capeless 465-6330 56 Main Street, Oakland www.capelessit.com Central Maine Heat Pumps Todd Genest 649-8448 227 Neck Road, Benton www.centralmaineheatpumps.com Eaton River Strategies Kathie Summers-Grice 660-5979 PO Box 398, Manchester www.eatonriver.com Empower Body & Pole Fitness Heather Mackenzie 877-1717 99 Main Street, 2nd floor, Waterville www.facebook.com/Empowerpole Grammy Kay’s Bobby McGee 877-4414 500 Kennedy Memorial Drive, Waterville www.grammykays.com KV Cross Fit Ali McLaughlin 619-0039 1 Post Office Square Box 5, Waterville www.kvcrossfit.com Lemieux’s Orchards, LLC Richard Lemieux 873-4354 210 Priest Hill Rd, Vassalboro www.sites.google.com/site/lemieuxsorchards/ Literacy Volunteers-Waterville Area Frances Seeley 873-7786 105 Kennedy Memorial Drive, Waterville www.lvwaterville.net NES Rentals LeRoy Welsh 465-2357 1008 Kennedy Memorial Drive, Oakland www.nesrentals.com Wheeler & Arey, PA Attorneys At Law Ron Ducharmes 873-7771 27 Temple Street, Waterville www.wheelerlegal.com 90’s Nails & Spa Bryan Nguyen 861-4446 251 Kennedy Memorial Drive, Waterville
Kennebec Behavioral Health is pleased to announce that Elizabeth Keane has joined its team as their new Communications Specialist. Town of Fairfield welcomes new employees: Officer Patrick Mank & Officer Jordan Brooks, Police Dept.; Timothy Blakeslee, Public Works Dept.; & Amanda Christianson, Lawrence Public Library. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mid-Maine is pleased to announce the hiring of Marilyn Nichols as the agency’s executive assistant. In this position, she will work with the CEO & development director to assist with office administration, special events logistics & planning, answer and direct incoming phone calls, & bookkeeping functions. Welcome Aboard! Martin Keyes, founder of Keyes Fibre Co. in 1903 & inventor of molded fiber technology will be inducted into the Paper Industry International Hall of Fame (PIIHF) on Oct. 9, 2014. Keyes Fibre is now Huhtamaki. A Hampden native, DC insider & political blogger who was named one of the top 10 communicators in politics is returning to ME to be the new CEO of the Maine Heritage Policy Center. Matt Gagnon, a ‘04 graduate of the UMaine, has been working for various Republican groups & politicians in D.C. since ‘08. Most recently, he was director of digital strategy for the Republican Governors’ Asso., a post he’d held for nearly 3 yrs. Welcome home, Matt. Maine State Chamber of Commerce President Dana Connors & 34 fellow legislators & officials from across the nation were honored recently with a Champion of Small Business award at the annual National Coalition for Capital Awards Ceremony in Minneapolis, Minn. Champion of Small Business Awards recognize individuals for demonstrating leadership in supporting policies & initiatives designed to
promote access to capital for sm. businesses & entrepreneurs, especially those in economically distressed communities. Congrats, Dana! Unity College Associate Professor Dr. Carrie Diaz Eaton and collaborators from five other colleges and universities were awarded a 5year, $2.9 million National Science Foundation (NSF) grant in August 2014.
Momentum Convention Savings! As you know the MaineBiz Momentum Convention is just a couple weeks away, in celebration it would like to offer members a $10.00 off discount! Use Promo Code MoCoPartner when registering to receive this amazing deal! What: The 5th Annual Momentum Convention Where: Cumberland County Civic Center When: Thursday, October 9, 2014 Who: Maine business owners, CEOs, company presidents, entrepreneurs, and professionals interested in networking with all of the above. Hours: 7:30am – 4:00pm. Keynote is at 9:00am and exhibits are open from 10:00am – 4:00pm. For registration and schedule: www.mainebiz.biz/apps/pbcs.dll/dcce?Site =MA&Date=20111127&Module=2&Categor y=EVENT&Class=2&Type=Moco&ID=297&S elected=2
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Space formerly used for inpatient care was reclaimed and remodeled to house a primary care practice and collaborative care clinic; general, vascular, thoracic, plastic and ear, nose and throat surgical practices; and gastroenterology and neurology practices. J.F. Scott Construction Project Manager Nick Morgan said the effort Attendees of the Business After to transform the building was chalHours with co-host Quarry Road Reclenging despite extensive planning, reation Area & Pete’s Pig and Southcoordination and communication. ern Barbeque were greeted by sky“Typically a project of this size is divers from Vactionland Skydiving. an addition to a building. With this one, all of the renovations were to the interior, so we had to work in, around, over and under practices and departments, which added to the complexity,” he said. Morgan praised the flexibility and accommodating nature of Thayer’s staff, patients and visitors during construction. “It was quite a feat to complete the amount of work we did in about 11 months under those conditions, but everyone was really great,” he Leading Women’s Luncheon said. Kathie Summers-Grice Morgan said he has been Eaton River Strategies pleased to see the positive reaction of staff as they’ve moved into their new spaces and looks forward to seeing the public’s reaction on Oct. 25 – and beyond. “The excitement has been very real and great to see,” he said. To learn more about the Thayer Center for Health, visit www.mainegeneral.org and click on “New Hospital & Construction.”
Tues., Oct. 7
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Business Expansion & Retention Chamber Boardroom
Fri., Oct. 17
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Executive Committee Chamber Boardroom
Wed., Oct. 22
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Membership Committee Chamber Boardroom
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Board of Directors Retreat Pressey House, Oakland
Fri., Oct. 24
Oct. 9: Business Breakfast Series Gubernatoral Debate 7:15-9AM at Thomas College, 180 W. River Rd., Waterville Gubernatorial Debate. 2014 gubernatorial candidates Eliot Cutler, Governor Paul LePage, and Congressman Mike Michaud join us for a forum on the economic and business issues that matter to mid-Maine. This event will be held at Thomas College, Laurette Ayotte Auditorium. To register, visit www.midmainechamber.com or e-mail Christian at prog.asst@midmainechamber.com. Oct. 15: Business After Hours 5:30-7PM Silver Street Tavern & Main Security Surveillance Join us for networking and more! This is a great opportunity to mix and mingle with other business professionals! Remember your business cards. No registration required. Join us!
Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce Our office will be closed Friday, Oct. 24 for our Board of Directors Board Retreat
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Governor Paul R. LePage recently presented 8 ME companies with a 2014 Governor’s Award for Business Excellence during a reception at Southern Maine Community College in S. Portland. The 24th annual awards, administered by the Maine Department of Economic and Community Development and sponsored by FairPoint Communications, recognize ME businesses that are successful in a variety of ways. Mid-Maine Chamber member, Huhtamaki , was among the winners. For more than 100 years Huhtamaki, Inc. has developed, manufactured & distributed a wide range of molded fiber articles including more than 400 different products in 100 different sizes. The finished goods are distributed across the U.S & Europe thanks to the efforts of nearly 500 full-time employees. Huhtamaki is the birthplace of the famous Chinet® brand thanks to the invention of Martin Keyes, founder of the Keyes Fibre Company. In 2013, it donated nearly 2,000 cases of Chinet® plates to non-profit organizations throughout ME. Congratulations! Oxford Networks recently unveiled its $6M, 7,000-square-foot data center expansion at the former Brunswick Naval Air Station, a development that will allow the Lewiston-based company to increase its customer base for cloud computing services. Oxford has been providing cloud computing services to more than 60 customers of different sizes from its original 1,200 sq. ft. data center. The company's cloud computing services allows companies to use computer hardware remotely at its data center, instead of having to manage their own hardware on-site. Cianbro has been awarded a $13.8M contract to repair a bridge at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. Congrats! Four easy ways to give back -It might be even more surprising how easy it is to support the American Cancer Society's life-changing programs and life-saving research. Here are a few unexpected ways you can support families living with cancer: Amazon Smile, Holiday cards from ACS Greetings, 1-800-Flowers.com and Cars For a Cure. FMI: www.cancer.org/involved/ morewaystogive/index
achieving unprecedented milestones. Congratulations! Recently, Michelle Beaulieu of New Dimensions Federal Credit Union presented a check for $510 to Angela DeRosby , Meals on Wheels coordinator at Spectrum Generations Muskie Center in Waterville in thanks for the great work they do to support the Ending Hunger in Maine Campaign.
Provider Power,parent company of Electricity Maine Ranked #6 nationally Inc. Magazine unveils 33rd annual list of America’s fastestgrowing Private Companies—the Inc. 5000 Provider Power Ranks No. 1 in Energy Sector. .
Unity College, The young environmental college will be celebrating its 50th anniversary in September of 2015 and has welcomed an incoming class of 225 and overall student body of 589, We would like to congratulate the following on their recent awards. We are proud to have you as members of the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce! Best Place to Buy an Automobile & Truck, Best Place for Automative Service, and Best Auto Body Shop:Central Maine Motors Auto Group Best Heating Service: Dead River Company Best Seafood Restaurant & Lobster Specials: Lobster Trap & Steakhouse # 1 Appliance Store for Sales & Service & Best Furniture Store: Fortin’s Home Furnishings # 1 Travel Agency: Day’s Travel Bureau # 1 Computer Store for Sales & Service: Virtual Dimensions Best Chiropractic Office: Dr. James A. Dudley Best Nursing Care Facility: Mount St. Joseph Best Dance Studio: Dance Connection Best Commercial Cleaning Company: Advance 1 Cleaning Best Insurance Agency: Cosgrove Agency Best Real Estate Agency: Coldwell Banker Plourde Real Estate Best Gymnastics Instruction: Leaps N Bounds Best Meat Market: Joseph’s Market Best Community Bank & Mortgage Company: Kennebec Savings Bank Best Chinese Restaurant: Ming Lee Best Landscaping Company: MacKenzie Landscaping Best Car Wash, Convenience Stores, & Oil Change: J & S Oil Convenience Stores/Ultra Clean Car Wash/Oil Express Lube Best Catering Service & Waitstaff: Eric’s Best Attorney: Daniel J. Dubord Best Plumber: Houle’s Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Best Pizza, Deli, & Sandwich Shop: Cappza’s Pizza Best Steakhouse, Prime Rib, Burger, Best in Dining Excellence, & Best Casual Restaurant: Joseph’s Fireside Steakhouse Best Contract Security Company: Cayer Security Services Best Bed & Breakfast: Pressey House Best Accountant & Tax Specialist: Thomas M. Grant, CPA Market Surveys of America, An independent survey company announced the winners of the 20 th annual greater Waterville’s Best Businesses for 2014 Survey.
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Page 8 B&B Embroidery and Ink has been providing businesses and individuals across the World custom embroidery and screen print for 19 years. B&B offers many options for decorated items such as embroidery, screen print as well as custom patches and dye sublimation. B & B Embroidery was conceived as a retirement business for Bob. The first machine was bought in 1995, and operated on front porch of Bob and Nanci’s home in Gardiner. From there, the business moved to a residence in Sidney where a second 2-head machine was purchased and our first full time employee was hired. This is when Bob knew that he had a future in this business. Bob assumed full time status with the support of his wife Nanci and family. Soon after a 6head machine was purchased, and its second full time employee was hired. It continued to grow which allowed it to purchase another 6head machine. At this time they started to offer screen printing. When the third employee was hired it ran out of room. A commercial building was purchased in 2006, which now houses the
current location. It has upgraded to an automatic screen printing press as well as the manual and it now has two six heads, a four head, 1-two head and a single head (total of 19 heads). B&B Embroidery does not outsource. It does all of the digitizing, printing & custom patch manufacturing in-house. It places a “Proudly Made in Oakland, Maine” sticker on every single patch that leaves the building.
Josh Lawrence graduated from University of Maine Augusta with a degree in Fine Arts, runs the embroidery shop and has worked at B&B for four years. Tara Roderigue is a graduate of MidMaine Technical Center from the Graphic Design program. She has been the office manager at B&B for three years. Kayla Buker has been with B&B Embroidery for one year and runs embroidery machines as well as helps in the patch department. Call (207) 465-2846 or email us with questions to info@bbembmaine.com . www.facebook.com/pages/BBEmbroidery/154909982668 www.shop.bbembmaine.com
It has employees that have been with the business for many years. Lynne Nutting who is its patch finisher and quality control has been with B&B for eight years. Mike Warren has previously worked in large screen print shops in Boston has been the screen printer at B&B for five years.
Have some news you would like to share? Submit a short announcement to the Chamber office by the 3rd Friday of the prior month. Inserts are also available for $150 per month. Call 873-3315 or email customerservice@midmainechamber.com. Disclaimer: Mid-Maine Chamber’s InTouch newsletter is published monthly as a benefit to members and affiliates. All member news is compiled and submitted solely by our members; therefore, we reserve the right to omit and/or edit as appropriate and cannot guarantee complete accuracy of all announcements. Sponsorship inserts do not necessarily reflect the position of Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce.