SOUTH PORTLAND, ME – October 18, 2011 – Sage Data Security, an information security consulting and outsourcing firm, announces that its second annual CyberCrime Symposium will be held November 3-4 at the Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel in Portsmouth, NH. The event will discuss real-life cybercrime attacks as well as strategies to respond, address, and defend against cybercrime, espionage, and hactivism. The conference is developed for operational, security, and executive management responsible for understanding and mitigating cybercrime in financial, government, and healthcare organizations.

“We bring our attendees face-to-face not only with the theoretical aspects of cybercrime, but with the realities happening in today’s world,” says Sari Greene, president of Sage Data Security and sponsor of the annual event. “Data is breached every day – whether it is done by people who want to do harm, or by people who want to expose the limits of security practices, companies must be understand the dangers they face, and be prepared to defend their organization.”

The two-day conference features leading experts in every aspect of cybercrime, including those who have been attacked by cybercriminals. The first day of the conference focuses on new realities in data insecurity; the second day focuses on strategies for incident response and management. Highlights of the event include:

• Kevin Poulson, reformed hacker and award-winning investigative journalist, will speak about the impact of WikiLeaks on today’s organizations. In his session, he will discuss Army intelligence analyst Bradley Manning, who was arrested on suspicion of leaking classified documents to the organization.

• Jerry Gamblin, Network Security Specialist, will explain what organizations need to learn from LulzSec, the organization that hacks data from corporations, governments, and individuals not for financial gain or notoriety, but for the purposes of “entertainment and anarchy.”

• Joe Stewart, Director of Malware Research for Dell SecureWorks’ Counter Threat Unit, will discuss the malware behind the RSA breach and other advanced threats.

• Secret Service Special Agent Erik Rasmussen will discuss how the Cyber Intelligence Section works to dismantle international and domestic criminal organizations.

• Brian Krebs, security journalist, will discuss international cybercrime gangs. He also will moderate a panel discussion of hospital, financial institution, and government representatives about their first-hand experiences of responding to cybercrime.

• Brian Sartin, Director of Investigative Response at Verizon, will discuss how participants can learn from the mistakes of others to combat security risks.

• An interactive incident response exercise will enable participants to assess their organization’s preparedness.

“The best defense is to know your enemy, understand what is happening, and be prepared to protect your organization,” says Greene. “The CyberCrime 2011 Symposium is an exchange of ideas where our participants will be able to become stronger and better prepared against attack.”

For more information or to register for the event, please visit: http://www.cybercrime2011.com.

About Sage Data Security

Sage Data Security is an independent security firm located in South Portland, Maine that develops comprehensive information security programs to protect information assets and secure financial strength. Founded in 2002, Sage has become a strategic security partner for financial institutions, healthcare providers, and government agencies nationwide. The company creates and sustains environments that realistically and cost-effectively protect information assets while maintaining a balance of productivity and operational effectiveness. For more information, call 207.879.SAGE or visit www.sagedatasecurity.com.

contact:

Alison Harris, Harris Media Services

207.829.4500 | alison@harrismediaservices.com

NYIGF’s “Degrees of SustainAbility” initiative outlines industry-specific criteria for identification of green products and producers. A three-tiered ranking indicates the extent to which a product/producer complies with these standards. Ilene Shaw of Shaw+Co! curates the exhibit and designates each participants’ ranking. The SustainAbility3 ranking which annie|catherine received is the highest possible ranking as annie|catherine uses only recycled paper for all of their products, prints their cards in a facility that generates its electricity entirely from wind power, donates a portion of their sales to charity organizations, and only uses local businesses to produce their products.

“When we founded our company, we felt sustainability was the most important principle we should follow. It guides all of our business decisions.” Says Annie Darling. “In addition, we’ve always believed in keeping production local in order to provide people we know and trust with good jobs.” Adds Catherine Breer.

NYIGF’s SustainAbility Recognition Program, which started in 2007, focuses on global gift and home industry suppliers whose products or production processes are eco-friendly, as well as companies whose business practices are socially responsible, philanthropic or fair-trade oriented.

annie|catherine will be exhibiting their “green” products at the NYIGF in Javits Center North, booth 9118, August 13-18, where 35,000 people attend from all 50 states and more than 85 countries.

About annie|catherine

Founded in 2004 by two kindred artists and designers, annie|catherine is headquartered in a historic Cinamon building in the Old Port of Portland, Maine. The company creates a diverse collection of exquisite designer stationery that features original artwork and graphics – a line that includes notecards, holiday and special occasion cards, journals, calendar, wrapping paper, and most recently planners. . As part of their commitment to the environment and social responsibility, the company uses only recycled, FSC certified paper; prints at a plant whose electricity is generated entirely by wind power; works with vendors who pay a living wage, and is committed to giving back to the community. The line is sold online at www.anniecatherine.com as well as in hundreds of fine stationery, gift and specialty stores worldwide.

Portland, ME (July 21, 2011)—The Greater Portland Convention & Visitors Bureau presents the Fourth Annual Harvest on the Harbor — Maine’s premier food and wine experience — to be held Thursday through Saturday, October 20-22, at Ocean Gateway on Portland’s picturesque waterfront.  New events this year will include Top of the Crop: Maine’s Best Farm to Table Chef, where an esteemed panel of judges along with audience input, determine which chef most successfully captures the farm to table experience.  Skillfully paired wines and a crisp apple dessert will round out this robust rendezvous.

This year, Harvest puts a new spin on the Ultimate Seafood Splash, teaming up with local fishermen to introduce lesser-known, abundant species of fish from the cold coastal waters of Maine.  These emerging, responsibly harvested fish will expand the consciousness of consumers’ culinary appetite.

Harvest on the Harbor offers a unique experience that celebrates Maine’s talented chefs and many renowned dining establishments, while showcasing high-caliber and authentic gourmet products from local farmers, fishermen and food artisans as well as wine, beer and spirit makers.  Visitors from far and wide make this a “must do” on their list, resulting in thousands of repeat visitors embarking on this flavorful festival.  People magazine named Harvest on the Harbor one of four “Great Ideas” for fall food fests.

“As a destination marketing organization, we’re pleased to know that people from Alaska to the Netherlands are discovering why Maine and Harvest on the Harbor is the place to be this fall,” says Barbara Whitten, President & CEO of the Greater Portland Convention & Visitors Bureau.  “The caliber of chefs and the quality of our Maine-made products, coupled with the backdrop of the sea and our brilliant fall foliage are all key ingredients to the success of our event.”

A Lineup Of The 2010 Harvest On The Harbor Events Include:

The new Ultimate Seafood Splash will be held Thursday, October 20 from noon to 2:30 p.m., in the Ocean View Room at Ocean Gateway.  Fresh, emerging breeds of seafood from the cold coastal waters of Maine will be complemented by an assortment of wines from around the world.

The Grand Tasting on the Harbor, a sure sell out, is slated for Thursday, October 20 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., in the Ocean View Room at Ocean Gateway.  This “must-do” palate pleaser features the region’s premier culinary talents, combined with a unique cross-section of local and international wines, beers and spirits.  Our esteemed chefs and local beverage connoisseurs will be on hand and look forward to engaging with attendees.

The Maine Lobster Chef of the Year; sponsored by the Maine Lobster Promotion Council, is scheduled for Friday, October 21 from noon to 2:30 p.m., in the Ocean View Room at Ocean Gateway.  Three finalists, chosen by a distinguished panel of judges, will prepare their best lobster-based dishes, and attendees will have the opportunity to taste each one as part of a four-course lunch, finished with a wild Maine blueberry dessert and then vote for the winner.

Top of the Crop: Maine’s Best Farm to Table Chef, the best Maine Chefs will bring the farm fresh flavors of Maine to the cooking stage as they vie for the coveted title of Maine’s Best Farm to Table Chef on Friday, October 21 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Ocean View Room at Ocean Gateway.

Back by popular demand, two sessions of the Savory Samplings at the Marketplace will be offered (Food and Wine Marketplace) on Saturday, October 22 from noon to 2:30 p.m. and from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.  More than 160 food artisans, wineries, breweries, distilleries, epicurean purveyors and Maine-made products await your discriminating palate at the Savory Samplings Marketplace.  Immerse yourself in this cornucopia of culinary delights while enjoying some of Maine’s best acoustical music.

Sponsors of the event include Down East Magazine, WHOM 94.9FM, and the Portland Press Herald.

For more information or to purchase tickets, go to

www.HarvestOnTheHarbor.com

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PORTLAND, ME  – April 7, 2011 – The Maine Wind Industry Initiative (MWII) announces the final agenda for the 2011 Wind & Ocean Energy Seminar. Scheduled for April 13-14 at the Wyndham Portland Airport Hotel, the two-day conference will focus on how Maine companies can capture new business and create jobs from the opportunities in the expanding wind and ocean energy markets.

Conference sessions include:

• Opportunities and Outlook for North American Wind and Ocean Energy
• Developing Composites in Offshore Wind
• Wind Turbine Supply Chain
• Opportunities and Issues for North East Offshore Development
• Offshore Wind Service Vessel Needs and Opportunities
• Maine Tidal Energy Project: The Largest Ocean Energy Device Deployed in the US

“Maine is uniquely positioned to be a leader in the offshore wind and ocean energy markets. We have the greatest potential for wind energy development of the entire northeast, and expertise in marine services and composites development,” says Paul Williamson, Director and Industry Coordinator, MWII. “This two-day conference will help Maine businesses understand the opportunity, meet industry players, and position their companies to capture new business.”

The event is a Composites World conference, produced by Gardner Publications in association with the Maine Composites Alliance and the Maine Wind Industry Initiative. For a complete brochure of the two-day conference, visit http://www.compositesworld.com/conferences/2011-wind-and-ocean-energy-seminar

Registered press can contact Paul Williamson for a pass to attend the two-day event by calling 207.242.3521, or emailing pw@mainewindindustry.com

About The Maine Wind Industry Initiative (MWII)

The Maine Wind Industry Initiative was created to develop opportunities for Maine industry in the growing wind industry in the Northeast United States, and to support Maine’s efforts to become a major energy supplier to the northeast corridor. MWII identifies and documents industry needs, pursues market opportunities on behalf of Maine industry, and assists the State in leveraging its considerable natural resources to the benefit of the State. For more information, visit http://mainewindindustry.com/

Contact

Paul Williamson

Maine Wind Industry Initiative

207.242.3521

pw@mainewindindustry.com

or

Alison Harris

Harris Media Services

207.829.4500

alison@harrismediaservices.com

Gorham Marketplace 2011 will showcase quality products and services available in the Gorham area. Every year thousands of shoppers visit Marketplace to eat, enjoy local talent, sign up for vendor prizes, receive cost savings on show specials, and have a chance to win cash prizes raffled during the day.

Many vendors have signed up to take part in Gorham Marketplace 2011. This year’s event offers a Food Court that includes a Sebago Brewing Beer Garden. The Boy Scouts will accept old flags for proper disposal. As always, presentations and entertainment are scheduled throughout the day.  These activities, along with a fun kids’ area sponsored by LifeChurch, make it an enjoyable day-long family and community event.

The two cash drawings will be drawn at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.; winners must be present to claim the prizes. The event starts at 10 a.m. with an opening flag procession and continues all day until 3:00 p.m. Admission is free.

Brunswick, Maine – January 24, 2011 – Cabin Fever: The Game from Maine, a dice scoring game published by Merrymeeting Games of Brunswick, Maine, was selected for the distinction and award of “Game of the Con” at the SnowCon Maine 2011 gaming convention in Orono, Maine (held on January 15th & 16th). Hundreds of enthusiasts of all ages gathered for the annual social-gaming convention. SnowCon Maine celebrates the electronic-free gaming culture with special events, guests, workshops, and exhibitors that appeal to tabletop and board game fans young and old.

Cabin Fever was designed by Mark Leaman of Brunswick, Maine. “The challenge was how to make it fun. There are a lot of games that are simply a race to the finish line. I wanted to create something different, something that had a social component, that was strategic, competitive and uniquely Maine.” Leaman said he developed the idea for the game several winters ago during a snowstorm. “I had been working on developing a game that was Maine themed and family oriented,” said Leaman. “Then, during the storm, the power went out. My son and I were sitting around and I said, ‘Try out this idea with me.’ He really loved it so I figured I was onto something.”

The object of the game is simple, be the first person to “dig out” from being “snowed in” and score 1,000 points to win the game. However winning the game is fraught with obstacles such as broken chairlifts, squalls and Nor’Easters. The game accommodates 2 – 8 players and is recommended for ages 13 and up. Each Cabin Fever game comes in a palm-sized, acrylic travel cube and includes five Scoring Dice, one “vacation” die, a plastic cabin game piece, instructions and three “I’ve got Cabin Fever!” stickers and retails for $7.95 (US).

Cabin Fever:The Game from Maine is available in select retail stores in Maine and on the web through the Merrymeeting Games online store at http://merrymeetinggames.com.

RETAIL LOCATIONS:

http://merrymeetinggames.com/where-to-buy/

PRESS & AWARDS:

http://merrymeetinggames.com/press-awards/

CONTACT:
Mark Leaman
mark@merrymeetinggames.com
23 School Street, #2,
Brunswick, Maine 04011
Ph: (207) 449-8754

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PORTLAND, MAINE – Lighthouse Imaging Corporation announces a new instrument that enables hospital clinical engineering staff to quickly troubleshoot endoscope system illumination and identify the true source of a problem. Endolume^TM is a portable handheld device that measures the luminous intensity of endoscopic system light sources as well as light transmission through light cables and rigid or flexible endoscopes. The device will be on display at the MEDICA trade show in Dusseldorf, Germany from November 17 – 20.

“We developed the Endolume with biomedical engineers and technicians in mind,” says Dr. Dennis Leiner, Lighthouse Imaging Chief Technology Officer.  “Endolume is simple to use and will enable a biomed to quickly determine which component of an endoscopic system is faulty, ensuring optimal performance, enhancing patient safety and reducing unnecessary service and repair expenses.”

The Endolume instrument kit consists of a custom-designed integrating sphere and light detector, precision light meter, and adapters to connect with all endoscopic equipment common in medical institutions. The meter displays directly in lumens.  A rigid carrying case is included.

Endolume will be on display and available for demonstration in Hall 3, D15-2 at MEDICA in Dusseldorf, Germany during the week of November 17-20, 2010. Medica is the world’s largest forum for inpatient and outpatient medicine.

About Lighthouse Imaging Corporation

As the leading developer of endoscopes, endoscope adapters, endoscope test and measurement equipment, and advanced medical optics innovations, Lighthouse Imaging is focused on providing superior technological solutions to the minimally invasive surgical marketplace. Lighthouse Imaging Corp. is an award-winning provider of optical engineering and design services for leading manufacturers ranging from Fortune 500 companies to medical startups, with more than 15 patents issued. Our NIST-traceable test equipment is manufactured in the United States at our ISO 9001- and ISO 13485-certified and FDA-registered facility.  Lighthouse Imaging was named 2010 Maine Innovator of the Year by the Maine International Trade Center. For more information, please visit www.lighthouseoptics.com or contact:

Mark Waite, CEO, Lighthouse Imaging Corporation

+1 207.253.5350

sales@lighthouseoptics.com

PORTLAND, ME – October 21, 2010 – Quantrix CEO Chris Houle will be a featured speaker at the Financial Forecasting & Planning Summit, scheduled for November 17-18 in London. The event is produced by The Innovation Enterprise for business leaders, and will focus on solutions and best practices for innovative financial planning and analysis. Quantrix develops the business modeling and analytics (BMA) software solution, Quantrix Modeler.

Chris Houle’s presentation is on The Forecasting Value Chain, which is defined by the information flows and interactions between forecasting groups and other business functions. Houle’s presentation will focus on steps companies can take to ensure that forecast models are based on reliable data, encompass the full spectrum of likely scenarios, and are integrated to show the full cause and effect of scenario changes to the business. In addition, the session will discuss how business leaders can drive the flow of forecasts to the appropriate constituencies for decision making, and develop forecasts that enable organizations to meet customer demands and internal business goals while driving profitability and continued success.

For more information or to register for the Financial Forecasting & Planning Summit, visit http://www.theiegroup.com/FPA_London/Overview.html.

To download a copy of Quantrix’s white paper on the Forecasting Value Chain, visit http://www.quantrix.com/UserFiles/File/Forecasting Value Chain.pdf

Quantrix Modeler’s multidimensional business modeling and analytics software enables financial professionals to break away from the restrictions of spreadsheet technology and enterprise business intelligence applications to quickly develop financial models of the highest integrity, flexibility, and transparency. Quantrix Modeler is a desktop business modeling and analytics (BMA) software solution that enables financial and business planners to understand the impact of decisions through multi-dimensional modeling, visualizations, and “what if” scenarios.

About Quantrix

Quantrix’s business modeling and analytics (BMA) solutions and services enable companies to develop accurate, secure, and dynamic forecast, budget, planning, risk, and data models. Quantrix Modeler provides unprecedented business intelligence and improved business performance management to customers in 50 countries. It delivers rapid return on investment by empowering business and financial professionals to break away from restrictive two-dimensional spreadsheets and complicated modeling and business intelligence tools. Quantrix Modeler is available directly from the company and from its partners in the United Kingdom, Ireland, China, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, Mexico, Chile, South Africa, the Philippines, Italy, and Brazil. Quantrix is an independent business unit of ID Business Solutions (IDBS), a leading worldwide provider of data management and analytics solutions. For more information about Quantrix Modeler, or to activate a free 30-day trial, visit http://www.quantrix.com or call +1 207.775.0808.

Media Contact for Quantrix:

Alison Harris, Harris Media Services

+1 207.829.4500

alison@harrismediaservices.com

Contact at Quantrix:

David Phillips, Marketing Manager, Quantrix

+1 207.775.0808 ext 108

dphillips@quantrix.com

Designing Women was established in 1991. Its current membership of women designers and artists now exceeds 120, with most of the artists hailing from Maine and New Hampshire. In addition to providing unique, handmade creations to the public, Designing Women collaborates with non-profits to raise funds for programs that directly benefit women and girls. At the September 4 show, 100% of the suggested $2.00 door donation will go to New Hope for Women. Each donor will also be entered into a drawing to win select prizes provided by Maine businesses.

New Hope for Women, which will mark its thirtieth anniversary next year, offers assistance to all persons affected by domestic and dating violence in Lincoln, Knox and Waldo counties. It provides a 24-hour crisis hotline, support groups, legal services, safe homes and transitional housing, school programs, community outreach and workplace training. New Hope also operates Time for Change, a certified batterer intervention program.

Staff and volunteers from New Hope will be serving lunch beginning at 11:00 a.m. Menu items include homemade chili and chicken salad, bagels, desserts, coffee and water. Information about New Hope’s programs and services will also be available.

Here is some additional information about the featured craftspeople mentioned above.

Joelle Leavitt Webber binds one-of-a-kind books and editions for clients, rebinds old books, and has created a line of blank books, gift boxes and albums. Her designs are based on historical models, built with traditional tools and techniques and use only archival materials.

K. Dale Turdo creates original, hand-built sculptures that are realistic in style. Turdo has received many awards and exhibits in Maine and across the country. She finds great pleasure and peace creating these beautiful works of clay and feels that sculpting is good for the soul.

Wendilee Heath O’Brien is versed in conventional painting techniques from eastern and western cultures. She transcends and manipulates these techniques to create a visual dialogue with her viewers, using watercolor, pastels and Asian ink.

Mary Ann Small is the owner of Maine Island Rag Rugs, whose rugs grace homes all over the world and provide warmth and beauty underfoot. Her rugs have been displayed at the Blaine House in Augusta, the Archipelago and the Jonathan Frost Gallery in Rockland, the Art Gallery at the University of New England’s Westbrook campus, the National Folk Festival in Bangor and most recently at the Camden Garden Club’s Showcase House rooms sponsored by Phi Home Designs.

For more information about Designing Women, check www.designingwomen.org. For more information about New Hope for Women, check www.newhopeforwomen.org.

Some areas that he will be discussing are as follows: 

IRS Small Business and Self-Employed Tax Center

E-News for Small Businesses – free electronic mail service designed to provide tax information for small business owners and self-employed individuals.

Small Business Events – Find workshops and phone forums on a variety of topics for small businesses.

IRS Videos and Other Educational Products – Learn about business taxes on your own time, and at your own pace.

Small Business Resources – links to a broad range of resources across federal and state agencies.

New Benefits for Small Employers Who Provide Employee Health Insurance

Two New Benefits That Aid Employers Who Hire and Retain Unemployed Workers

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

The Annual Rural Maine Small Business Conference and Business To Business Show will be held in Dover-Foxcroft at the Penquis Higher Education Center located at 50 Mayo Street.

The purpose of the conference is to help foster the success of microenterprises and small businesses in the greater Piscataquis County area and all of rural Maine. The conference expects to attract over 100 micro & small business owners.

Remember to bring your business card for some great networking opportunities 

The Rural Maine Small Business Conference’s sponsors and partners are Penquis, MaineStream Finance, Piscataquis County Economic Development Council, Penquis Higher Education Center, James Macomber’s Maine’s Best Web & Media Design & Green Web Hosting, Hall Web Services, Small Business Administration, Piscataquis Chamber of Commerce, Moosehead Lake Chamber of Commerce, Maine Woods Tourism Training Initiative, Maine Woods Consortium, Betterment Fund and USDA Rural Development

 Scholarships are still available.  To register go online at ruralmainebiz.org and click “Registration” then choose online or go to http://www.ruralmainebiz.org/Registration.html . 

FMI: ruralmainebiz.org

Contact persons: Sheree Brown or James Macomber

Phone: 564-7116 or 1-800-215-4942

Email: sabrown@penquis.org or jmacomber@penquis.org