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SUMMARY:Info Session: Maine Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
DESCRIPTION:In this 1-hour workshop\, Tabin Tangila Mesu Kamba\, CEI Workforce Solutions Program Developer\, will share information on Maine’s new Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). \nCome learn how you can get ready for this new law\, which takes effect in 2026 while payroll contributions begin in January 2025. \nJoin this webinar to learn more about: \n\nWhat types & sizes of businesses will be required to comply with FMLA.\nWhat this means for employers.\nWhat this means for employees.\nHow FMLA can affect you and your business as an employer.\nWhat opportunities there are for you to influence the implementation.\n\nREGISTER TODAY!!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/info-session-maine-family-medical-leave-act-fmla/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240306T162533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T180113Z
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SUMMARY:Child Care Business Lab: Explore Building a New Construction
DESCRIPTION:Do you have dreams of building a new child care space on your property or land close by? \nThe Child Care Business Lab can help by walking you through the new build process and give you the tools you need to create an action plan. \nClick here to join the Zoom meeting on June 14th at noon (12:00pm) \nPassword: children
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/child-care-business-lab-explore-building-a-new-construction/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Child Care Business Lab,Explore,Facility or Center
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Child Care Business Lab":MAILTO:childcare@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240319T132134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T132141Z
UID:31272-1718186400-1718190000@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) Certification Info Session
DESCRIPTION:A key growth strategy for many businesses is getting certified as woman-owned. But what exactly is the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) Certification? What are the benefits to a small business owner? \nIn this 1-hour info session\, Meghan Cunningham\, WBENC New England Certification Manager at Center for Women & Enterprise will review the WBENC certification in addition to the application process and benefits for small business owners. \nYou’ll be connected with resources and people who can help you scale to the point of being ready for certification\, help you with the application process and help you utilize the certification once you have it. \nThere will be a Q+A after the presentation. \nREGISTER TODAY!!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/womens-business-enterprise-national-council-wbenc-certification-info-session-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240610T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240416T143645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T013311Z
UID:31488-1718042400-1718226000@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Home Buyers Education Live Webinar\, June 10\, 11\, and 12\, 2024\, 6:00-9:00pm
DESCRIPTION: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 n 3 sessions\, June 10\, 11\, and 12th from 6PM – 9PM. This class will be held as a live webinar\, you will receive an invitation to join the webinar the day of the first class. \nThinking about buying a home? Attend CEI’s Home Buyer Education class to get more information about programs that may be able to help you such as Maine Housing’s Home Assist Program that offers $5\,000.00 in closing cost assistance. You will also learn about VA\, USDA and FHA programs. Other topics you will learn about include; debt to income ratio\, what is it and how is it calculated\, credit 101 what you need to know\, working with real estate professionals and what does a home inspection cover. \nCEI is a HUD approved\, certified\, and funded Housing Counseling Agency. Our Home Buyer Education course is an approved Maine hoMEworks course. Maine hoMEworks is a statewide coalition of home buyer education providers with a mission to develop a consistent\, high quality home buyer education program delivered by a network of industry professionals throughout Maine. \nPre-registration is required and there is a $30/person or $50/couples (purchasing together) NON-REFUNDABLE charge. \nNote: We are required by HUD to collect demographic information on all housing course attendees.  \nParticipants must attend the complete session in order to receive a certificate of completion. \nParticipants are asked to bring a calculator\, pencil and notebook for use during the course. \n\nSESSION 1\nJune 10\, 2024\n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm\nSESSION 2\nJune 11\, 2024\n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm\nSESSION 3\nJune 12\, 2024\n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/home-buyers-education-live-webinar-june-10-11-and-12-2024-600-900pm/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Thomas":MAILTO:jason.thomas@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T090000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240503T152107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T152647Z
UID:31644-1717747200-1717750800@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:June Biz Fit: Buy (a) Local (Business)!
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to own your own business? Are you helping to transition a family-owned business? \nWe need Small Businesses in our communities. \nThe retention of successful and established small businesses is critical to healthy rural communities. They provide employment and circulate three times more money back into local communities than absentee-owned businesses and corporate chains. \nWhen businesses close in rural areas\, everyone loses. Small towns lose their services\, plus the economic and social drivers that make them desirable places to live. Workers\, especially young ones\, lose their jobs and move elsewhere. \n\nDo you want to be a part of the solution? We all try to buy locally\, but what about buying a local business?\n\nLet’s discuss the ins and outs of acquiring or transferring small businesses. \nMartha Bentley is the founder of Proprietor\, a membership community centered on supporting\, acquiring or transferring entrepreneurs at all stages of their journeys. She will share a little about what she has learned and lead a discussion on business ownership transition options. \nJoin us to share\, to listen\, to learn in this safe forum for conversation! \nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/june-biz-fit-buy-a-local-business/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Networking,Workshop Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T140000
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UID:31659-1717506000-1717509600@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Understanding MERIT: Maine's New Mandatory Retirement Savings Program
DESCRIPTION:Join Cameron Monaghan\, Associate Program Developer\, for an information session on Maine’s new mandatory retirement savings program\, MERIT: Maine Retirement Investment Trust. \nTailored specifically for small businesses\, this session aims to guide you through navigating this new state law. \nBusinesses with 5 or more employees must register by the end of June\, so now is the best time to learn about this program and prepare your business for its implementation. \nDuring the session\, we’ll address important questions that pertain to small business owners\, including: \n\nWhat is MERIT?\nDo I have to register my business?\nWhat do I have to do to comply?\nHow can I be exempt?\nWhat does this mean for my business and my employees?\n\nThe information session will also include a Q&A\, in which you will have a chance to ask your own questions about MERIT. \nPlease join this 1-hour session to gain the knowledge you need to prepare your business for this program and get answers to any questions you have. \nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/understanding-merit-maines-new-mandatory-retirement-savings-program/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240216T180031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T124707Z
UID:31029-1717495200-1717500600@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Self-Worth\, Boundaries\, and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual reunion with fellow alumnae from the Self-Worth Club and Boundaries for a Thriving Business programs. \nWe hope you’ll join us on Tuesday\, June 4th for this 1.5-hour informal get-together facilitated by Hannah Curtis! \nWhat to Expect: \n\nReflect on your journey with self-worth and boundaries in your business.\nCollaborate on actionable steps to strengthen these skills.\nNetwork with like-minded business owners.\n\nWho will Attend? Anyone who has completed Self-Worth Club and/or Boundaries for a Thriving Business \nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/self-worth-boundaries-and-beyond-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Cohort-Based Program,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T090000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240105T172358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T172449Z
UID:29585-1717486200-1717491600@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Toast Talks: Meet\, Share\, & Connect
DESCRIPTION:Join WBC Business Advisor\, Jodi Cordes\, for an informal networking meeting with new\, existing\, or aspiring female entrepreneurs from Greater Franklin County! \nJoin us on the first Tuesday for a great conversation among business owners\, at any stage. Come together to connect\, share expertise\, and learn from each other about running a business. \nLocation: Wears and Wares at 413 Wilton Road Farmington\, ME 04938. \nLight refreshments will be provided. \nAgenda: \n\n7:30 am-8:00 am – Facilitated conversation/educational presentation.\n8:00am – 9:00am Meet\, Share\, & Connect – stay and chat\, depart when you need to.\n\nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/tuesday-toast-talks-meet-share-connect-6/
LOCATION:Wears and Wares – Farmington\, 413 Wilton Road\, Farmington\, ME\, 04938\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Networking,Workshop Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240417T153232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T130419Z
UID:31522-1717149600-1717155000@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Network Builder: A BIPOC Women's Business Cohort
DESCRIPTION:Building relationships and connections in professional settings can open doors to business opportunities. \nIn this 4-week in-person cohort\, participants master the skills of Intentional Networking\, which cultivates professional growth and boosts self-confidence. \nLed by Flo Edwards\, participants will learn and practice interpersonal\, communication\, and strategic selling skills. Topics include: \n● Developing a brand that defines who you are and makes you feel confident\, \n● Building rapport with others through soft skills\, including active listening and body language\, \n● Sustaining engaging conversations\, \n● Communication intentions \nFlorence (Flo) Edwards has been practicing dentistry for 15 years and has served in the US Army. As a young adult\, Flo participated WMPG’s youth talk radio show. She believes in building community through conversations. This foundational concept fuels her creative endeavors in podcasting and hosting inclusive BIPOC happy hours called Fourth Fridays. \nWho should attend: Maine-based female entrepreneurs of diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds who want to be more confident and effective communicators about their businesses. This program will be conducted in English. \nLocation: In-person at the CEI Women’s Business Center\, 2 Portland Fish Pier\, Suite 201\, Portland\, ME 04101 \nSession Dates: \n\nFriday\, May 31st 10:00am-11:30am\nFriday\, June 7th 10:00am-11:30am\nFriday\, June 14th 10:00am-11:30am\nFriday\, June 21st 10:00am-11:30am\n\nREGISTER TODAY!!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/31522/
LOCATION:CEI Women’s Business Center – Portland\, 2 Portland Fish Pier Suite 201\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Cohort-Based Program,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T134500
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240521T155708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T180113Z
UID:31775-1716987600-1716990300@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Child Care Business Lab: Thrive While Implementing the New Reimbursement Rates
DESCRIPTION:What do the new Maine Child Care market rates mean for you and your private pay families? Join the Child Care Business Lab team for a group support session on how to help your business navigate this transition. Together participants will work to brainstorm helpful tips and will walk away with ideas for their next steps. \nThe Thrive program is the third stage of the Child Care Business Lab. \nClick here to join the Zoom on May 29th at 1:00pm \nPassword: children
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/child-care-business-lab-thrive-while-implementing-the-new-reimbursement-rates/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Child Care Business Lab,Thrive
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Child Care Business Lab":MAILTO:childcare@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240215T155338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T145040Z
UID:31011-1716624000-1716656400@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Home Buyers Education Live Webinar May 25\, 2024 - 1 Day Live Webinar
DESCRIPTION: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\, May 25th\, 2024 from 8AM – 5PM. Registrants will receive an invitation to the webinar the day before class. \nThinking about buying a home? Attend CEI’s Home Buyer Education class to get more information about programs that may be able to help you such as Maine Housing’s Home Assist Program that offers $5.000.00 in closing cost assistance. You will also learn about VA\, USDA and FHA programs. Other topics you will learn about include; debt to income ratio\, what is it and how is it calculated\, credit 101 what you need to know\, working with real estate professionals and what does a home inspection cover. \nCEI is a HUD approved\, certified\, and funded Housing Counseling Agency. Our Home Buyer Education course is an approved Maine hoMEworks course. Maine hoMEworks is a statewide coalition of home buyer education providers with a mission to develop a consistent\, high quality home buyer education program delivered by a network of industry professionals throughout Maine. \nPre-registration is required and there is a $30/person or $50/couples (purchasing together) non-refundable charge Veterans and Active military free (Must provide DD214 or L.E.S.) Participants must attend the complete session in order to receive a certificate of completion. \nThis class will be held as a live webinar\, you will receive an invitation to the webinar the day before class.
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/home-buyers-education-live-webinar-may-25-2024-1-day-live-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240215T153651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T154641Z
UID:30999-1716487200-1716498000@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Owning and Managing Rental Properties\, May 23\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:This will be held as a live webinar \nThis 2.5 hour seminar on May 23\, 2024 from 6:00pm – 8:30pm has been approved by Maine Housing. \nThe 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 maintenance and repairs\, lead and carbon monoxide rules\, budgeting\, bookkeeping and managing expenses. \nCompletion of this course fulfills landlord training requirements. \nParticipants will receive a Certificate of Completion. The non-refundable cost for this seminar is $35.00/person. \nNote: We are required by HUD to collect demographic information on all housing course attendees. 
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/owning-and-managing-rental-properties-may-23-2024/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240322T131032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T151117Z
UID:31305-1716370200-1716375600@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Do Well & Do Good Part II Panel
DESCRIPTION:The idea of wanting to do well in business\, while doing good in the world\, is on many entrepreneurs’ minds. \nIn our Fall ‘23 event\, we hosted a wise panel of fellow women business owners who shared their inspiring journeys of thriving in business while making a positive difference in the world. \nIn our upcoming session\, we’ll delve deeper into the various business structures that empower entrepreneurs to give back. \nLawyer Helen Sterling Coburn from Bernstein Shur will kick off the discussion by providing a legal overview of options such as B-Corps\, Non-Profits\, L3Cs\, and others\, shedding light on how these structures facilitate contributing to a better world. \nFollowing this\, WBC Advisor Ruth Feldman will moderate a panel discussion with women business owners that will help us understand the legal and practical aspects of those “double bottom lines”. \nWe’ll be joined by: \n\nBecky McKinnell Founder/CEO of iBec Creative\,\nHazel Stark Co-Founder/CEO of Maine Outdoor School\,\nJennifer Piette Founder/CEO of Narrative Food\n\nWe’ll hear their insights about how\, when\, and why they established their business status\, and their tips and lessons for anyone wanting to DO Well & DO Good. \nThere will be an opportunity for Q+A with the panelists! \nREGISTER TODAY!!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/do-well-do-good-part-ii-panel/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Panel Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240209T132612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T203456Z
UID:30808-1716312600-1716318000@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Propeller Pop-Up
DESCRIPTION:Join the CEI Women’s Business Center and fellow Propeller alumnae for a get-together. You’ll have an opportunity to practice your pitch\, network with other alumnae\, and learn about upcoming opportunities. \nWe hope you’ll join us on Tuesday\, May 21st for our Propeller Pop-Up! \nWho’s Invited? Anyone who has completed Propeller I\, II\, or III. \nLocation: Zoom \nHow should I prepare? \n· Dust off your 1-minute pitch. Hopefully it’s not too dusty. \n· Come with a business-related brag. This can range from “hey\, I’m still thinking about this thing\, and I haven’t given up hope!” to “I have 10 paying customers and a new big contract!” \n· Come with an ask for the group. Maybe you need a certain professional contact. A recommendation for the right software to help you out. Or someone to critique your pitch. This is your moment to take advantage of the groups’ collective brainpower. \nWhat will we do? \n· We’ll kick off with a few fun Propeller stats about where we’ve been and where we’re headed. \n· Each attendee will have about 3 minutes of airtime for your pitch\, brag\, and ask. \n· We’ll share some upcoming opportunities that might be a good fit for your next steps. These will include local courses\, pitch competitions\, etc. \nCan I eat and drink during the get-together? \n· Yes! Absolutely. \nWill you do this again? \n· Yes\, we are planning Pop-Ups for the early summer and fall and hope you can join us again! We’ll welcome your feedback to make each reunion feel meaningful and engaging. \nREGISTER TODAY!!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/propeller-pop-up/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Cohort-Based Program,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240105T172033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T172040Z
UID:29582-1716199200-1716202800@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Google Analytics: Refining & Maintaining SEO
DESCRIPTION:Google is the largest search engine in the world. In using and reviewing Google Analytics\, you can gain insight into how traffic is getting directed to your website and how to interpret GA reports and implement changes to your online presence to attract a higher volume of people to your website. \nIn this 1-hour session\, WBC Web Design and Marketing Consultant\, Mercedes Arnold\, will review: \n\nHow to interpret Google Analytics reports\nHow to refine your keywords to further increase quality traffic to your site\n\nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/google-analytics-refining-maintaining-seo/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240105T171606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T171612Z
UID:29579-1715855400-1715859000@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Setting Up Your Google Business Profile
DESCRIPTION:A Google Business Profile is an effective way to reach local audiences for your products and services. \nIn this 1-hour webinar\, WBC Social Media Consultant\, Katie Kelley\, will discuss the big picture of setting up your Google Business profile\, best practices\, remaining consistent in updating your presence and how to ask your audience for reviews. \nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/setting-up-your-google-business-profile/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240416T143422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T143422Z
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SUMMARY:Home Buyers Education Live Webinar\, May 13\, 14\, and 15\, 2024\, 6:00-9:00pm
DESCRIPTION: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 n 3 sessions\, May 13\, 14\, and 15th from 6PM – 9PM. This class will be held as a live webinar\, you will receive an invitation to join the webinar the day of the first class. \nThinking about buying a home? Attend CEI’s Home Buyer Education class to get more information about programs that may be able to help you such as Maine Housing’s Home Assist Program that offers $5\,000.00 in closing cost assistance. You will also learn about VA\, USDA and FHA programs. Other topics you will learn about include; debt to income ratio\, what is it and how is it calculated\, credit 101 what you need to know\, working with real estate professionals and what does a home inspection cover. \nCEI is a HUD approved\, certified\, and funded Housing Counseling Agency. Our Home Buyer Education course is an approved Maine hoMEworks course. Maine hoMEworks is a statewide coalition of home buyer education providers with a mission to develop a consistent\, high quality home buyer education program delivered by a network of industry professionals throughout Maine. \nPre-registration is required and there is a $30/person or $50/couples (purchasing together) NON-REFUNDABLE charge. \nNote: We are required by HUD to collect demographic information on all housing course attendees.  \nParticipants must attend the complete session in order to receive a certificate of completion. \nParticipants are asked to bring a calculator\, pencil and notebook for use during the course. \n\nSESSION 1\nMay 13\, 2024\n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm\nSESSION 2\nMay 14\, 2024\n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm\nSESSION 3\nMay 15\, 2024\n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/home-buyers-education-live-webinar-may-13-14-and-15-2024-600-900pm-2/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Thomas":MAILTO:jason.thomas@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240306T160624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T180113Z
UID:31174-1715342400-1715346000@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Child Care Business Lab: Explore Finding a Facility Location
DESCRIPTION:Interested in opening a child care outside of your home but aren’t sure where to start?  \nThe 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. \nClick here to join the Zoom meeting on May 10th at noon (12:00pm) \nPassword: children
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/child-care-business-lab-explore-finding-a-facility-location/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Child Care Business Lab,Explore,Facility or Center
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Child Care Business Lab":MAILTO:childcare@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T123000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240403T204701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T204701Z
UID:31387-1715252400-1715257800@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:SBA Export Week Day 4: Expand Your Horizons: A Primer on Exporting for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:The Maine Small Business Development Center and CEI Women’s Business Center business advisors will walk through various tools to help small businesses identify target markets and strategies to start exporting products. \nJoin this session to gain hands-on tips on the initial steps to embark on international trade as a small business! \nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/sba-export-week-day-4-expand-your-horizons-a-primer-on-exporting-for-small-business/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T123000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240403T204536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T204536Z
UID:31385-1715166000-1715171400@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:SBA Export Week Day 3: Charting Your Course: Leveraging Essential Resources for International Trade
DESCRIPTION:Build your network in the global market with assistance from resourceful partners. \nMaine International Trade Center will highlight 3 key export resources for deciding next steps! \nWe’ll spotlight funding opportunities for small businesses and offer insight into Maine’s international trade support system! \nREGSITER TODAY!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/sba-export-week-day-3-charting-your-course-leveraging-essential-resources-for-international-trade/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240226T193213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T180113Z
UID:31119-1715108400-1715113800@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Child Care Business Lab: Explore
DESCRIPTION:In the Child Care Business Lab: Explore program\, we will help you figure out if owning a child care business is right for you. \nBetween the documents to fill out and decisions to make\, you might feel overwhelmed and have lots of questions. By participating in Explore\, a program that is group-based with quite a bit of individual work\, you will build a network and validate that you and your family are ready to embark on your journey to child care business ownership. \nWe’ll break the process down into chunks that make sense to you. You’ll learn about: \n\nThe differences between family and facility child care settings\nHow much money you need to start your business and how much you can expect to make\nWhat documents you need to start preparing for your license\n\nOur team will be there along the way to answer your questions and coach you through the process! \nThe Explore program is the first stage of the Child Care Business Lab. \nClick here to join the Zoom Meeting on May 7th at 7 PM \nPassword: children
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/child-care-business-lab-explore-6/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Child Care Business Lab,Explore,Family Child Care,Facility or Center
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Child Care Business Lab":MAILTO:childcare@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T123000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240403T204346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T204346Z
UID:31383-1715079600-1715085000@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:SBA Export Week Day 2: Navigating International Transactions: Tools to Mitigate Financial Risks
DESCRIPTION:SBA export finance programs and ExIm Bank’s export insurance programs exist to empower exporters in effectively managing and mitigating export transaction risks\, thereby amplifying the success and profitability of their international trade ventures. \nJoin this Zoom workshop to gain insights into these programs as representatives from SBA\, ExIm Bank\, and local banks come together to provide a comprehensive overview. \nDelve into the intricacies of these initiatives and opportunities to bolster your export endeavors. \nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/sba-export-week-day-2-navigating-international-transactions-tools-to-mitigate-financial-risks/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T090000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240105T171157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T171203Z
UID:29577-1715067000-1715072400@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Tuesday Toast Talks: Meet\, Share\, & Connect
DESCRIPTION:Join WBC Business Advisor\, Jodi Cordes\, for an informal networking meeting with new\, existing\, or aspiring female entrepreneurs from Greater Franklin County! \nJoin us on the first Tuesday for a great conversation among business owners\, at any stage. Come together to connect\, share expertise\, and learn from each other about running a business. \nLocation: Wears and Wares at 413 Wilton Road Farmington\, ME 04938. \nLight refreshments will be provided. \nAgenda: \n\n7:30 am-8:00 am – Facilitated conversation/educational presentation.\n8:00am – 9:00am Meet\, Share\, & Connect – stay and chat\, depart when you need to.\n\nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/tuesday-toast-talks-meet-share-connect-5/
LOCATION:Wears and Wares – Farmington\, 413 Wilton Road\, Farmington\, ME\, 04938\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Networking,Workshop Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240403T204204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T204204Z
UID:31380-1714986000-1714995000@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:SBA Export Week Day 1: Unlocking Opportunities: Gateway to Global Markets
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the 3rd Annual SBA Maine Export Week as we gather in-person at the Custom House in Portland. \nConnect with fellow exporters from Maine in forging valuable relationships and sharing insights on navigating the global marketplace. \nEngage with a panel of seasoned exporters as they share their inspiring stories of selling abroad and divulge on the challenges encountered. \nLocation: US Custom House\, Portland ME 04101 \nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/sba-export-week-day-1-unlocking-opportunities-gateway-to-global-markets/
LOCATION:US Custom House\, 312 Fore St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T090000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240321T143725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T150247Z
UID:31292-1714723200-1714726800@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:May Biz Fit: Well\, Well\, Well
DESCRIPTION:The Business of Wellness\nAre you involved in a start-up or an ongoing wellness-related business? \nMassage\, therapy\, yoga\, mindfulness\, doula or other wellness related practice? \nCome share your experience or learn from others about the particular rewards and challenges associated with providing wellness services to others. \nHow do you care for your clients\, yourself\, your BUSINESS? \nJoin us to share\, to listen\, to learn in this safe forum for conversation! \nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/may-biz-fit-well-well-well/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T153000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240308T171151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T132810Z
UID:31205-1714555800-1714577400@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Women Mean Business Summit [Sold Out]
DESCRIPTION:Join the CEI Women’s Business Center for an empowering day of learning and networking with female small business owners from across the state of Maine. \nThroughout the day\, you will have the opportunity to: \n\nGain valuable knowledge through interactive workshop sessions.\nReceive encouragement from our keynote speakers.\nEngage in small group networking to make meaningful connections with fellow business owners.\n\nDon’t miss the opportunity to connect\, learn\, and grow with like-minded entrepreneurs across the state of Maine. \nSpaces are limited so be sure to secure your spot at this unforgettable event! \nLocation: Maple Hill Farm Inn and Conference Center Hallowell\, ME 04347 \nThis event is meant for Maine-based female business owners. \nRESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY!!\n 
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/women-mean-business-summit/
LOCATION:Maple Hill Farms Inn and Conference Center\, 11 Inn Rd\, Hallowell\, ME\, 04347\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240105T170531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T170531Z
UID:29574-1714384800-1714388400@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:SEO Q+A
DESCRIPTION:Increase your website’s visibility by implementing Search Engine Optimization. \nSearch Engine Optimization\, or SEO\, is constantly evolving. It used to be that you could improve your SEO by using keywords that aligned with your business\, now SEO is so much more than keywords. If you have questions about SEO\, join this 1-hour session with WBC Web Design and Marketing Consultant\, Mercedes Arnold. \nCome prepared with those tricky SEO questions you’ve been looking to get answered\, but don’t know where to start. Screen sharing is encouraged\, be sure to allow access to your screen and test your ability to share your screen prior to this session. \nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/seo-qa/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240215T155755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T130706Z
UID:31015-1714204800-1714237200@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Home Buyers Education Live Webinar April 27\, 2024 - 1 Day Live In-Person Class***
DESCRIPTION: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 in-person class on Saturday\, April 27th\, 2024 from 8AM – 5PM. \nThe class will be held at CEI’s Brunswick Office located at 30 Federal Street\, Brunswick\, ME 04011 \nThinking about buying a home? Attend CEI’s Home Buyer Education class to get more information about programs that may be able to help you such as Maine Housing’s Home Assist Program that offers $5.000.00 in closing cost assistance. You will also learn about VA\, USDA and FHA programs. Other topics you will learn about include; debt to income ratio\, what is it and how is it calculated\, credit 101 what you need to know\, working with real estate professionals and what does a home inspection cover. \nCEI is a HUD approved\, certified\, and funded Housing Counseling Agency. Our Home Buyer Education course is an approved Maine hoMEworks course. Maine hoMEworks is a statewide coalition of home buyer education providers with a mission to develop a consistent\, high quality home buyer education program delivered by a network of industry professionals throughout Maine. \nPre-registration is required and there is a $30/person or $50/couples (purchasing together) non-refundable charge Veterans and Active military free (Must provide DD214 or L.E.S.) Participants must attend the complete session in order to receive a certificate of completion. \nAgain\, this is a line in person class being held in CEI’s Brunswick Office. 
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/home-buyers-education-live-webinar-april-27-2024-1-day-live-in-person-class/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240215T153519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T154454Z
UID:30997-1714068000-1714078800@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Owning and Managing Rental Properties\, April 25\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:This will be held as a live webinar \nThis 2.5 hour seminar on April 25\, 2024 from 6:00pm – 8:30pm has been approved by Maine Housing. \nThe 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 maintenance and repairs\, lead and carbon monoxide rules\, budgeting\, bookkeeping and managing expenses. \nCompletion of this course fulfills landlord training requirements. \nParticipants will receive a Certificate of Completion. The non-refundable cost for this seminar is $35.00/person. \nNote: We are required by HUD to collect demographic information on all housing course attendees. 
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/owning-and-managing-rental-properties-april-25-2024/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T103503
CREATED:20240105T165514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T170130Z
UID:29571-1713954600-1713958200@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Effective Storytelling on Social Media
DESCRIPTION:You have your brand\, you have your products and services\, and you have the passion to share your business with your community on social media. \nLet’s take your marketing efforts to the next level by incorporating effective storytelling techniques to appeal to the emotions of your current and potential consumers. \nIn this 1-hour webinar\, WBC Social Media Consultant\, Katie Kelley\, discuss how to tell stories on social media\, knowing your audience\, boundaries for sharing on social media\, effective calls to action and using video to tell your story. \nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/effective-storytelling-on-social-media/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Women's Business Center":MAILTO:wbc@ceimaine.org
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