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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Whether you're a frequent participant or this is your very first Women's Business Center event, join us in person for a check-up regarding your business' "vital" signs and progress! We'll be meeting at Sea Hag Cider Co. in Rockport, where we'll have time to leisurely: Learn about (and taste) cider. Interact in small groups to […]
Before opening a child care business, it is important to make sure you are creating a good job for you. This includes making sure you know how much money you want to make and how much you need to get started. Join this session to learn the basics of understanding your business finances and learn […]
