Calling all licensed child care providers! Whether you have just opened your doors or have already been serving your community, attracting and retaining staff is central to your business. Join this Child Care Business Lab: Thrive workshop to gain the tools you need to find, interview, and make offers to new employees as you build […]
This will be held as a live online webinar This 2.5 hour seminar on March 19, 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 […]
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, March 28, 2026, from 8AM – 5PM. Registrants will receive an invitation to the webinar the day before class. Thinking about buying a home? Attend […]
Even in the best of times, running a business is an act of vulnerability. From the financial unknowns, to the fear of failure, being a business owner is ripe for feelings of insecurity of every kind. The effects of the pandemic and ongoing economic uncertainty has been a source of tremendous stress, increasing the sense […]
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 […]
Are you an aspiring entrepreneur looking to start a restaurant, food truck, catering service, or cloud kitchen but unsure where to begin? Do language barriers make it difficult to understand […]
Join WBC Business Advisor, Jodi Cordes, for an informal networking meeting with new, existing, or aspiring female entrepreneurs from Greater Franklin County! We meet on the first Tuesday each month for great conversation among business owners, at any stage. Come together to connect, share expertise, and learn from each other about running a business. Location: Rustic […]
In the Child Care Business Lab: Explore program, we will help you figure out if owning a child care business is right for you. Between 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 […]
LinkedIn is a great platform for small business owners to grow their network, build credibility, and increase visibility. In this 1-hour workshop, Jenny Green, will provide an overview of best practices for marketing your business on LinkedIn including: Simple ways to managing your professional presence Building authentic connections How to craft posts that resonate with your audience Opportunities to connect and collaborate with […]
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 […]
