When I walk into your home, I see a blank canvas.

I am an artist— creativity is part of my everyday world. I also enjoy seeing the satisfaction on my clients’ faces when I finish decorating their homes and they express their appreciation. My life’s work is the fulfillment of a dream—to enrich the world in which I live by creating beautiful spaces. I am a decorator.

Judy Grossman
The Golden Hand, Rockport

I established Office Partner to provide small businesses with intermittent computer and business management support when hiring full time or even part time help was not a practical solution. I do not consider myself a consultant who only offers advice. Rather, I want to be relied upon to not only bring new ideas to the table, but to bring those ideas to fruition.

Bob Grant
Office Partner, Waldoboro

Why is the question I get all the time:
• Why be self-employed?
• Why take the risk?
• Why subject yourself to all of it?
And the latest one
• Why move to Maine?
The only answer is:
Because I can.

Joe Catalano
Midcoast Blinds & Automation, Rockport

I do what I do for a simple reason: I want to practice my art as a full time pursuit. The only way to do that is to make a business of it. With this venture I have been able to perfect my craftsmanship, gain insight into my own abilities and limitations, and create new opportunities for personal growth. There are trade-offs with any choice. If it is truly fulfilling, one will make certain sacrifices without question. It is often very stressful, sometimes frightening, but always rewarding.

Amy Putansu
Putansu Textiles, Thomaston