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  • Tuesday, November 18

    Creating financial projections might sound intimidating, but they’re one of the most important tools for starting and running a small business. As the third session in our Startup Series, this webinar will show you how to build realistic, simple projections that can help you make informed decisions and move your business forward.

    Maine SBDC Business Advisor Peter Harriman will walk you through estimating sales, understanding costs, and cash flow planning. You’ll also learn how financial projections connect to your business planning and why they’re often required for funding applications.

    This is Part 3 in the Startup Series. The first two webinars covered startup fundamentals and business planning tools, but you can attend this one even if you missed those.

    Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. SBA. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact mainesbdc@maine.edu

    Price

    No-cost

    Contact

    Aaron Cohen,
    N/A,
    aaron.cohen1@maine.edu

    Registration details

    Register for this no-cost webinar here: https://tinyurl.com/bdzd7b49

    Hosted by

    Maine SBDC

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    Please join MEREDA for a conversation with Portland’s Planning Director Kevin Kraft, Fathom Companies’ VP of Development Marieke Thormann, and Acorn Engineering Principal Will Savage. Together, they’ll walk us through Portland’s planning process and share insights on how a development evolves from an initial idea to a finished project. Don’t miss this chance to learn from leaders shaping the city!

    Moderating the program is John Finegan, Associate Broker at The Boulos Company.

    This event is Sponsored by Norway Savings Bank.

    Price

    Members: $45 each | Non-Members: $55 each

    Contact

    Shelly Clark,
    207-874-0801 ,
    info@mereda.org

    Registration details

    Refund Policy: Your RSVP is requested by November 11. Payment is expected at the time of registration. No refunds will be granted to anyone who registers, but fails to attend, or who cancels after November 11.

    Prices increase by $10 after November 11.

    Hosted by

    MEREDA

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  • Thursday, November 20

    Join us every Thursday for the Local Goods Market @ Fork Food Lab, your weekly celebration of local flavor, community vibes, and culinary creativity! This market features a rotating lineup of Fork Food Lab members and other Maine makers offering delicious bites, sips, and one-of-a-kind products.

    It’s the perfect after-work destination: grab a bite, connect with friends, and explore what Maine’s vibrant food scene has to offer. Whether you’re a die-hard foodie or just looking to support small businesses in a laid-back setting, the Local Goods Market is the place to be!

    Fork Food Lab is Maine’s only non-profit food business incubator and shared manufacturing and processing facility. They have around 80 small businesses working out of their shared commercial kitchen. Their mission is to support a just, diverse, and sustainable food economy in Maine, where food entrepreneurs are supported in their quest to produce high quality and sustainable products utilizing locally sourced ingredients.

    Follow @forkfoodlab on Instagram for weekly vendor updates

    Price

    Free!

    Contact

    Jillian Brazel,
    2075580881,
    jillian@forkfood.com

    Registration details

    Hosted by

    Fork Food Lab

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  • Friday, November 21

    Do you wish you had an HR department to turn to for guidance?

    Join us for this session where we’ll help you build confidence and gain clarity on handling employee issues professionally.

    Jodi Cordes will discuss dealing with performance or behavior problems including:

    How to document issues properly
    Progressive discipline overview
    What to say during difficult conversations
    Protecting your business legally
    Following the presentation, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in an interactive forum where you can ask your burning HR-related questions and learn from fellow business owners who have faced similar challenges.

    Bring your questions!

    Please note: While Jodi Cordes is an experienced HR professional, she is unable to provide legal advice.

    REGISTER TODAY!!

    Price

    FREE

    Contact

    Tara Clark,
    2077510442,
    tara.clark@ceimaine.org

    Registration details

    Hosted by

    Coastal Enterprises, Inc. Women's Business Center

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  • Thursday, November 27

    Join us every Thursday for the Local Goods Market @ Fork Food Lab, your weekly celebration of local flavor, community vibes, and culinary creativity! This market features a rotating lineup of Fork Food Lab members and other Maine makers offering delicious bites, sips, and one-of-a-kind products.

    It’s the perfect after-work destination: grab a bite, connect with friends, and explore what Maine’s vibrant food scene has to offer. Whether you’re a die-hard foodie or just looking to support small businesses in a laid-back setting, the Local Goods Market is the place to be!

    Fork Food Lab is Maine’s only non-profit food business incubator and shared manufacturing and processing facility. They have around 80 small businesses working out of their shared commercial kitchen. Their mission is to support a just, diverse, and sustainable food economy in Maine, where food entrepreneurs are supported in their quest to produce high quality and sustainable products utilizing locally sourced ingredients.

    Follow @forkfoodlab on Instagram for weekly vendor updates

    Price

    Free!

    Contact

    Jillian Brazel,
    2075580881,
    jillian@forkfood.com

    Registration details

    Hosted by

    Fork Food Lab

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  • Thursday, December 4

    Join us every Thursday for the Local Goods Market @ Fork Food Lab, your weekly celebration of local flavor, community vibes, and culinary creativity! This market features a rotating lineup of Fork Food Lab members and other Maine makers offering delicious bites, sips, and one-of-a-kind products.

    It’s the perfect after-work destination: grab a bite, connect with friends, and explore what Maine’s vibrant food scene has to offer. Whether you’re a die-hard foodie or just looking to support small businesses in a laid-back setting, the Local Goods Market is the place to be!

    Fork Food Lab is Maine’s only non-profit food business incubator and shared manufacturing and processing facility. They have around 80 small businesses working out of their shared commercial kitchen. Their mission is to support a just, diverse, and sustainable food economy in Maine, where food entrepreneurs are supported in their quest to produce high quality and sustainable products utilizing locally sourced ingredients.

    Follow @forkfoodlab on Instagram for weekly vendor updates

    Price

    Free!

    Contact

    Jillian Brazel,
    2075580881,
    jillian@forkfood.com

    Registration details

    Hosted by

    Fork Food Lab

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  • Thursday, December 11

    Join us every Thursday for the Local Goods Market @ Fork Food Lab, your weekly celebration of local flavor, community vibes, and culinary creativity! This market features a rotating lineup of Fork Food Lab members and other Maine makers offering delicious bites, sips, and one-of-a-kind products.

    It’s the perfect after-work destination: grab a bite, connect with friends, and explore what Maine’s vibrant food scene has to offer. Whether you’re a die-hard foodie or just looking to support small businesses in a laid-back setting, the Local Goods Market is the place to be!

    Fork Food Lab is Maine’s only non-profit food business incubator and shared manufacturing and processing facility. They have around 80 small businesses working out of their shared commercial kitchen. Their mission is to support a just, diverse, and sustainable food economy in Maine, where food entrepreneurs are supported in their quest to produce high quality and sustainable products utilizing locally sourced ingredients.

    Follow @forkfoodlab on Instagram for weekly vendor updates

    Price

    Free!

    Contact

    Jillian Brazel,
    2075580881,
    jillian@forkfood.com

    Registration details

    Hosted by

    Fork Food Lab

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  • Thursday, December 18

    Join us every Thursday for the Local Goods Market @ Fork Food Lab, your weekly celebration of local flavor, community vibes, and culinary creativity! This market features a rotating lineup of Fork Food Lab members and other Maine makers offering delicious bites, sips, and one-of-a-kind products.

    It’s the perfect after-work destination: grab a bite, connect with friends, and explore what Maine’s vibrant food scene has to offer. Whether you’re a die-hard foodie or just looking to support small businesses in a laid-back setting, the Local Goods Market is the place to be!

    Fork Food Lab is Maine’s only non-profit food business incubator and shared manufacturing and processing facility. They have around 80 small businesses working out of their shared commercial kitchen. Their mission is to support a just, diverse, and sustainable food economy in Maine, where food entrepreneurs are supported in their quest to produce high quality and sustainable products utilizing locally sourced ingredients.

    Follow @forkfoodlab on Instagram for weekly vendor updates

    Price

    Free!

    Contact

    Jillian Brazel,
    2075580881,
    jillian@forkfood.com

    Registration details

    Hosted by

    Fork Food Lab

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  • Tuesday, February 3

    The 14th Annual Genest Bootcamp Hardscape Expo brings together top suppliers from across the U.S. alongside Maine-based businesses that provide tools, materials, and support services tailored to the landscape and masonry trades. The event features a full day of hands-on training, live demonstrations, and educational sessions designed to help professionals sharpen their skills, explore new techniques, and discover products that can improve productivity and elevate their work. Ideal for hardscapers, landscapers, and masonry specialists, the expo helps contractors build stronger business relationships and stay competitive in Maine’s growing outdoor construction market. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a complete beginner looking to learn more about hardscaping and masonry, all are welcome! BBQ lunch included.

    Price

    $10 in advance / $25 at the door

    Contact

    Katie O'Connor,
    207-324-3250 Ext 124,
    katieo@genest-concrete.com

    Registration details

    Register by January 19th to secure expo entry, access to all training and educational sessions, and lunch for $10! After that, admission is $25, and lunch availability is limited.

    Hosted by

    Genest Concrete

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