A few weeks back flyte new media was one of five businesses recognized with an Entreverge Award–”[paying] tribute to the skills, passion, and commitment of greater Portland’s entrepreneurs.” The awards are part of PROPEL, affiliated with the Greater Portland Chamber of Commerce and made up of people so young they never had to walk to school through a blinding snowstorm uphill…in both directions.

It was very flattering, especially when I saw the other four companies that had won:

CHART Metalworks – Charlotte Leavitt of CHART makes custom pieces (jewelry, belt buckles, cuff links, etc.) from nautical charts. If the coast has ever played an important part in your life, you’ll definitely want to check CHART out.

You can also follow Charlotte on Twitter or fan CHART on Facebook.

DSO Creative Fabrication – Nathan Deyesso runs DSO and designs and builds custom artwork and furniture for residential and commercial spaces. He’s got some amazing stuff up on his web site using wood & metal…be sure to visit his portfolio.

Maples Organic Desserts - I’m very lucky to pass Kristie Green’s organic dessert shop twice a day during my commute. They have delicious desserts, sourced as much as possible from local, organic farms.

North Star Music Café – Kim Anderson runs this funky local space serving up good food, good beer, and good music. About a month back Cybele and I checked out some great live music there while throwing back a few cold frosties. I just wish they had been around when I lived on the Eastern Prom.

You can follow North Star Music Café on Twitter or fan them on Facebook.

And, of course, there’s us. You can follow flyte new media on Twitter or fan us on Facebook. C’mon, it’s only a click away.

Rich Brooks
That flyte new media guy