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SUMMARY:February 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! \nWe meet on the first Tuesday each month for great conversation among business owners\, at any stage. \nCome together to connect\, share expertise\, and learn from each other about running a business. \nLocation: We Gather at 284 Main St Suite 300 Wilton\, ME 04294 \nLight refreshments will be provided. \nRegistration in advance is highly encouraged. \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!! \nJoin us on the first Tuesday in March too – click the link to register for our next meet up!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/february-tuesday-toast-talks-meet-share-connect/
LOCATION:We Gather\, 284 Main St Ste 300\, Wilton\, ME\, 04294\, 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:20250204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T110000
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SUMMARY:Understanding Processing Rates - The Good\, The Bad\, & The Ugly
DESCRIPTION:Beyond family\, home\, and health\, a business might be someone’s most significant investment. \nFor businesses that accept credit and debit card payments\, the world of merchant processing can be confusing and vague. \nMany business owners struggle to understand their options and often find it challenging to decipher monthly statements; that’s if they even have the time to look over them. \nAccepting credit cards makes the stakes even higher. Why? Because this expense may be one of the highest a business owner will face. \nWith so many options to choose from\, many businesses end up with higher than necessary rates because they buy from the first salesperson they meet or from someone who sold them false promises. \nIn this 1-hour workshop\, we will demystify payment processing across all channels—in-store\, online\, and on-the-go—and talk through the different models of payment. \nCrystal Cole Prichard will guide you on what to look for when setting up your business with a processing provider\, ensuring you make informed decisions that benefit your bottom line for years to come. \nRegister Today!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/understanding-processing-rates-the-good-the-bad-the-ugly/
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:20250204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T200000
DTSTAMP:20250121T171213Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T171213Z
UID:34033-1738695600-1738699200@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 and completing 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\nThe day-to-day life of a provider\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 February 4th at 7:00PM \nPassword: children
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/child-care-business-lab-explore-13/
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
LOCATION:https://ceimaine-org.zoom.us/j/85823226643
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T113000
DTSTAMP:20241017T164841Z
CREATED:20241017T164518Z
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UID:33048-1738751400-1738755000@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Instagram 101: Optimizing Your Profile
DESCRIPTION:Instagram is an always-evolving\, powerful social marketing tool to stay connected to your target audience. \nIn this interactive 1-hour virtual workshop\, WBC Social Media Consultant\, Katie Kelley\, will discuss how to optimize your Instagram profile for brand visibility. \nWe’ll cover the best practices for growing your following organically\, what posting frequency makes the most sense for your brand\, whether or not hashtags are still effective and how to utilize analytics to measure your success. \nRegister today!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/instagram-101-optimizing-your-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:20250206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T133000
DTSTAMP:20250110T144315Z
CREATED:20250110T144315Z
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UID:34023-1738846800-1738848600@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Child Care Business Lab: Explore Improving Your Credit Score
DESCRIPTION:This session is designed for any child care providers who want to know more about their credit score! Take the first step to improving your financial wellness by joining this session led by Jill Lorom\, financial counselor with CEI. Jill is passionate about helping child care providers understand credit scoring and how to protect\, build\, or repair their credit. Whether you think you have excellent credit or you are concerned about a low or nonexistent score\, come with questions and leave with a better understanding of how to improve your credit! \nClick here to join the Zoom Meeting on February 6th at 1:00pm. \nPassword: children
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/child-care-business-lab-explore-improving-your-credit-score-3/
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
LOCATION:https://ceimaine-org.zoom.us/j/85823226643
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T090000
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UID:33434-1738915200-1738918800@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:February Biz Fit: It's Getting Hot In Here - Climate Change + Your Business
DESCRIPTION:We can’t ignore the hot\, the cold\, the storms; how do you adjust within your business? \nHow do you mitigate environmental impact caused by your business? \nHow is your business impacted by the environment and climate? \nWhat are small steps you (can) take to grow your business in a healthy way? \nBring your coffee or tea and join us to listen to\, share with\, and learn from one another in curious conversation. \nBiz Fit is an informal and supportive gathering of women where we exchange ideas and share insights. \nInvite a friend! Register Today!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/february-biz-fit-its-getting-hot-in-here-climate-change-your-business/
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:20250211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T190000
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CREATED:20250127T193546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T140154Z
UID:34191-1739296800-1739300400@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 February 11th at 6:00pm \nPassword: children
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/child-care-business-lab-explore-finding-a-facility-location-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Child Care Business Lab,Explore,Facility or Center
ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Child Care Business Lab":MAILTO:childcare@ceimaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T140000
DTSTAMP:20241108T125050Z
CREATED:20241108T123937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T125050Z
UID:33337-1739365200-1739368800@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Demystifying Federal Tax Obligations for Small Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:What are my federal tax obligations as a self-employed person? How can I estimate my taxes? What deadlines do I need to adhere to? \nUnderstand your federal taxes as a small business ahead of tax season! \nJoin this session to learn from Nancy Feliciano\, Senior Stakeholder Liaison\, at the Internal Revenue Service Communications & Liaison office. \nIn this 1-hour webinar\, Nancy will review federal tax obligations for the Self-Employed including:\n– Federal tax obligations for a Sole Prop\, or LLC (single-member vs. multi-member)\n– Filing deadlines and How to submit quarterly taxes\n– Guidance on how to estimate your taxes.\n– Federal Taxes associated with employees (unemployment taxes\, tax withholdings)\n– How to find answers/where reliable resources are for the self-employed. \nThere will be a Q+A at the end of the presentation. \nRegister Today!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/demystifying-federal-tax-obligations-for-small-business-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:20250213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T183000
DTSTAMP:20250110T151256Z
CREATED:20250110T150909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T151256Z
UID:34029-1739469600-1739471400@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Child Care Business Lab: Explore How to Turn Your Home into a Family Child Care
DESCRIPTION: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 about what conversations to have with your family\, common renovations\, and more! \nClick here to join the Zoom on February 13th at 6:00pm.
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/child-care-business-lab-explore-how-to-turn-your-home-into-a-family-child-care-4/
CATEGORIES:Child Care Business Lab,Explore,Family Child Care
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEI Child Care Business Lab":MAILTO:childcare@ceimaine.org
LOCATION:https://ceimaine-org.zoom.us/j/85823226643
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T203000
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CREATED:20241122T150011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T150238Z
UID:33492-1739469600-1739478600@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Owning and Managing Rental Properties\, February 13\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:This will be held as a live webinar \nThis 2.5 hour seminar on December 5\, 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-february-13-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T134500
DTSTAMP:20241220T152814Z
CREATED:20241220T152814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T152814Z
UID:33806-1739883600-1739886300@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Child Care Business Lab: Explore Selling Your Child Care Business
DESCRIPTION:Child care businesses are sometimes sold from one owner to another\, providing a valuable source of income for owners ready to sell.  \nThe best time to start planning for the future sale of your child care business is now\, even if you plan to stay involved for years to come. The way you structure and manage your business today can significantly impact its value later and having ample time to prepare is a major advantage. Whether you’re thinking about selling soon or considering a sale down the road\, this session is for you! Join Sarah Guerette\, Senior Program Director of CEI’s Business Development Services\, as she shares essential strategies to ensure a smooth and successful transition from owner to seller! \nClick here to join the Zoom on February 18th at 1:00pm.
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/child-care-business-lab-explore-selling-your-child-care-business/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Child Care Business Lab,Explore,Facility or Center,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:20250218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T190000
DTSTAMP:20250116T180239Z
CREATED:20241028T135947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T180239Z
UID:33198-1739901600-1739905200@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:AI Boost: Leveraging AI Tools to Build and Market Your Website
DESCRIPTION:Explore the power of AI to streamline and enhance your website-building and marketing efforts in this hands-on workshop. Web Design and Marketing Expert\, Mercedes Arnold will introduce various AI tools that can help with content creation\, design\, SEO\, and analytics\, making it easier to grow your site and reach the right audience. \nYou’ll leave with practical skills to integrate AI into your workflow\, saving time while enhancing your site’s impact. \nRegister Today!
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/ai-boost-leveraging-ai-tools-to-build-and-market-your-website/
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:20250220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T124500
DTSTAMP:20250110T151455Z
CREATED:20250110T145443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T151455Z
UID:34026-1740052800-1740055500@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Child Care Business Lab: Explore How to Prepare for a Loan
DESCRIPTION:Are you a child care provider who is interested in applying for a loan but you don’t know where to start?  \nCEI Associate Loan and Investment Officer Azenaide Pedro will break down the application process into simple steps and will be available to answer your questions. Participants will walk away with a better understanding of loans and what they need to apply. \nClick here to join the Zoom Meeting on February 20th at 12:00pm. \nPassword: children
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/child-care-business-lab-explore-how-to-prepare-for-a-loan-3/
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
LOCATION:https://ceimaine-org.zoom.us/j/85823226643
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T170000
DTSTAMP:20250128T180525Z
CREATED:20241122T144804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T180525Z
UID:33478-1740211200-1740243600@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Home Buyers Education Live Webinar February 22\, 2025 - 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\, February 22\, 2025\, 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 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. \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-february-22-2025-1-day-live-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T113000
DTSTAMP:20250220T192941Z
CREATED:20241017T203016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T192941Z
UID:33052-1740565800-1740569400@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:A Deep Dive into Instagram Reels
DESCRIPTION:Are you stumped by Instagram Reels? \nWBC Social media consultant\, Katie Kelley\, will walk you through the basics of Instagram Reels including video creation tips using just your phone\, audio choices and helpful apps to make creating Reels a breeze. \nWe will explore best practices and examples\, leaving time at the end for a Q + A session to ensure you leave feeling like you can go out and start creating Reels right away. \nRegister Today!\n  \n  \n \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.\nAll opinions\, conclusions\, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Interpretation is available upon request.
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/a-deep-dive-into-instagram-reels/
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:20250227T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T134500
DTSTAMP:20250109T204331Z
CREATED:20241220T151944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T204331Z
UID:33802-1740661200-1740663900@www.ceimaine.org
SUMMARY:Child Care Business Lab: Explore Buying an Existing Child Care Business
DESCRIPTION:Are you an aspiring child care owner who is looking for a location? Have you considered purchasing an existing child care business?  \nJoin this session to hear from open providers who have gone through the acquisition process themselves! Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about how to find owners looking to sell\, what the right questions are to ask\, and financing options. \nClick here to join the Zoom on February 27th at 1:00pm.
URL:https://www.ceimaine.org/event/child-care-business-lab-explore-buying-an-existing-child-care-business-2/
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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