No matter what stage of business you’re in, there are always seeds of new ideas emerging, the initial stages of success, unexpected challenges, and the joy of growth - whether incremental or rapid. Join this early spring session to share how our businesses evolve and grow: How do you experience each stage? Which stage are […]
Are you interested in starting a food truck business? A mobile catering service? This workshop is for you! In this one-hour interactive workshop with business advisors Ruth Feldman and Eric Treworgy we will address basic logistics including: licensing, parking, cold storage, menu considerations, food trends, and other essential pieces to consider before you launch your mobile food business. REGISTER […]
Interested in starting a food business but don’t have a truck or trailer? This workshop is for you! In this one-hour interactive workshop Business advisors Ruth Feldman and Eric Treworgy will address basic logistics of food business start-up with no permanent serving facility. Without an actual truck, what can you do with your mobile food business this season? We’ll […]
Interested in learning about the no-cost, confidential resources available to help you start and/or grow your business in Maine? Attend this information session with business advisor Ruth Feldman to hear about how you can access CEI’s resources and the Women’s Business Center (WBC). The focus of the presentation will be on how to best take advantage of opportunities […]
Business planning can feel at odds with your passion and desire for creating works of art. But it doesn’t have to! In fact, it can support and sustain it. In this 2-hour hands-on session, we'll approach business planning through a creative and intuitive lens to design a viable and sustainable business plan. Whether you are […]
In entrepreneurship, the traits, skills, and knowledge we inherit from the significant women in our lives often shape who we are and how we succeed in business. These influences may be seen in the confidence to lead, the resilience to overcome challenges, or the wisdom that guides our decision making as business owners. Join this […]
Business planning can feel at odds with your passion and desire for creating works of art. But it doesn’t have to! In fact, it can support and sustain it. In this 2-hour hands-on session, we'll approach business planning through a creative and intuitive lens to design a viable and sustainable business plan. Whether you are […]
Interested in learning about the no-cost, confidential resources available to help you start and/or grow your business in Maine? Attend this information session with business advisor Ruth Feldman to hear about how you can access CEI’s resources and the Women’s Business Center (WBC). The focus of the presentation will be on how to best take advantage of opportunities […]
What does it take to be a skilled business owner? All of the attributes that can be labeled “soft skills” are often the key difference between successful and challenged businesses. These skills are now recognized as ESSENTIAL qualities for anyone to be professionally effective. Skills like Creative Thinking, Conflict Resolution, Networking, Time Management are just a few […]
What does it take to be a skilled business owner? All of the attributes that can be labeled “soft skills” are often the key difference between successful and challenged businesses. These skills are now recognized as ESSENTIAL qualities for anyone to be professionally effective. Skills like Creative Thinking, Conflict Resolution, Networking, Time Management are just a few […]
