Thank you for your interest in the Child Care Business Lab! You might have noticed our calendar of events looks more quiet than usual. We are taking the summer to focus on building new workshops for open providers and our schedule for supporting those who want to open their new businesses for Fall 2027. Workshops […]
Have a quick question about starting or growing your small business? Want to bounce an idea off of someone and get some advice? Pop into Ask an Advisor, a free informal online group session where you can ask questions, get guidance, and learn from other entrepreneurs. Two of our experienced, full-time Business Advisors will be […]
Running a child care program comes with big responsibilities- including making sure you’re protected for the unexpected. Join the Child Care Business Lab for this workshop that will walk you through the basics of insurance for child care providers, including what types you may need. You will also learn about how much coverage makes sense […]
Ready to take your business to the next level? Join Julia Viola and Hannah Smith from Maine Community Bank (MCB) for an engaging conversation about funding opportunities and resources available to support Maine business owners. Whether you're launching a new venture, investing in growth, or exploring ways to strengthen your business, this session will provide […]
Coastal Enterprises, Inc. (CEI), a nonprofit community development organization, with the support of Maine State Housing Authority, will offer the Homebuyer Education class in a one-day live webinar on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 8AM – 5PM. Registrants will receive an invitation to the webinar the day before class. Thinking about buying a home? Attend […]
Have a quick question about starting or growing your small business? Want to bounce an idea off of someone and get some advice? Pop into Ask an Advisor, a free informal online group session where you can ask questions, get guidance, and learn from other entrepreneurs. Two of our experienced, full-time Business Advisors will be […]
Join WBC Business Advisor, Jodi Cordes, for an informal networking meeting with new, existing, or aspiring female entrepreneurs from Greater Franklin County! We'll be joined by Diane Sturgeon, District Director, Maine District Office for the U.S. Small Business Administration! We meet on the first Tuesday each month for great conversation among business owners, at any stage. Come […]
Have a quick question about starting or growing your small business? Want to bounce an idea off of someone and get some advice? Pop into Ask an Advisor, a free informal online group session where you can ask questions, get guidance, and learn from other entrepreneurs. Two of our experienced, full-time Business Advisors will be […]
Imposter syndrome can hold us back as entrepreneurs. In her 2023 Smith College commencement keynote, Reshma Saujani (founder of Girls Who Code and Moms First) reframes imposter syndrome as a scheme built to make us question ourselves instead of questioning the systems around us. Let's reset our minds, together. Join us to listen to, share with, and […]
Coastal Enterprises, Inc. (CEI), a nonprofit community development organization, with the support of Maine State Housing Authority, will offer the Homebuyer Education class in 3 sessions, August 10, 11, and 12thth from 6PM – 9PM. This class will be held as a live webinar, you will receive an invitation to join the webinar the day […]
