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In the News
MaineWorks has been featured locally and nationally for our innovative approach to staffing and second-chance employment. From press coverage to public recognition, our work continues to spark conversations about recovery, reentry, and the power of meaningful work. Explore recent stories, media mentions, and updates about our mission and impact.
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Saints & Sinners ~ MaineWorks Featured in DownEast Magazine
November 2018 – At her pioneering staffing firm, Margo Walsh offers dignity, trust, and a path forward for survivors of the opioid epidemic.
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MaineWorks Honored as a Best for Customers B Corporation for 2018
June 12, 2018 – For the third consecutive year, MaineWorks was recognized as being among the companies creating the most positive overall impact on its customers based on an independent,…
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MaineWorks Honored as a Best for Customers B Corp for 2017
September 8, 2017 – For the second consecutive year, MaineWorks was recognized as being among the companies creating the most positive overall impact on its customers based on an independent,…
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Building Bridges to Jobs & Dignity
June 2017 – Wheaton College, alma mater of MaineWorks founder Margo Walsh, covers Margo’s journey and personal development stemming from her own experiences in the recovery community.
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Contrary to Perception, Small Businesses Do Back a Minimum-Wage Increase
Margo Walsh, Founder, offers her insights on the recent ballot initiatives to increase the minimum wage in four states, including Maine.
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Former Inmates Recovering From Addiction Get New Start At Temp Agency
MaineWorks finds temporary jobs for ex-inmates recovering from addiction, provides them with a ride to work and sets them up with housing. Founded in 2011 and based in Portland, Maine,…
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MaineWorks Supports a Federal Minimum Wage Increase
Margo Walsh, Founder of MaineWorks, signed a letter from Business for a Fair Minimum Wage supporting a federal minimum wage increase.
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Maine Company Lauded for Finding Jobs for Ex-Convicts
Maine Public Broadcasting Network (MPBN) recently profiled MaineWorks’ efforts to place people in recovery and reentry into the workforce.
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Margo Walsh Named Best Small Business Person of the Year
Senator Angus King and Congresswoman Chellie Pingree visited the MaineWorks office where Margo Walsh was awarded Maine’s Best Small Business Person of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration…
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The Forecaster Highlights MaineWorks’ SBA Award
David Harry of The Forecaster showcased MaineWorks’ leadership in the recovery community and their recent SBA award.
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Tribute to Margo Walsh – MaineWorks on the Congressional Record
MaineWorks founder Margo Walsh is recognized on the Congressional Record for her leadership and dedication to the State of Maine.
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Building Bridges By Building Bridges
The Portland Press Herald recent profiled MaineWorks and its Founder Margo Walsh regarding the mission of breaking down barriers for the hard-to-employ.
