Whether you've participated in Check-In & Check-Up previously or not, join us for this extended 90-minute session. We'll use our Biz Fit gathering for a spring check-up regarding your business' "vital" signs and progress. We'll check in with previous participants who may share their commitments from December and we'll make time for creating new aspirations […]
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, June 8, 9, and 10th from 6PM – 9PM. This class will be held as a live webinar, you will receive an invitation to join the webinar the day […]
Did you know that family child care providers are able to open their doors within 8 months and earn $45,000 in their first year of operation? If you want to start your own child care business and are considering operating out of your house or apartment, this session is for you! Join to learn more […]
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 […]
Permits, licensing, and inspections don’t have to feel intimidating. This town hall is designed to help Maine food businesses better understand the health inspection, permitting, and licensing process—while putting real faces to the agencies involved. Representatives from key offices will briefly share their roles, how they work with businesses, and the resources available to support […]
Want to build confidence, clarify your message, and speak about your business with ease? Join Spokeswomen in a Day, a workshop designed as an in-person experience to help entrepreneurs learn and apply techniques to become more persuasive and effective communicators. How Does it Work? Facilitated by Hazel Stark, this highly interactive day-long workshop will help […]
It’s no secret that people spend hours everyday on their phones and on social media. If you’re not capturing at least some of their attention, that means they’re engaging with someone else’s brand instead of yours. The content you post on social media has the power to bring more attention to your brand and turn […]
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 […]
Interested in opening a child care outside of your home but aren't sure where to start? The Child Care Business Lab can help you identify properties with potential, build confidence to reach out to community partners, and create an action plan outlining your next steps. Please RSVP to receive the Zoom link for the June […]
This will be held as a live online webinar This 2.5 hour seminar on June 18, 2026 from 6:00pm – 8:30pm has been approved by Maine Housing. The course will cover tenant issues including applications, screening and reference checks, fair housing, leases vs. tenancies at will, security deposits, eviction procedures; and building issues including property […]
