Maine Connectivity Authority Hosts Back-to-School Info Session on Tech Help Resources and Low-Cost Devices As students and educators across Maine head back to school, technology remains a critical part of learning for kids and adult learners alike. To help ensure no one gets left behind, Maine Connectivity Authority is hosting a free virtual info session […]

Since 1996, Maine International Trade Center (MITC) has connected Maine businesses to global opportunities. Founded by the Maine State Legislature as a public-private partnership to expand the state’s economy through international trade in goods and services, MITC is proud to celebrate 30 years of collaboration, innovation, and impact. Join us for a special evening with […]

The Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce and KV Connect Leadership Luncheon series is a quarterly, dynamic business leadership luncheon which has hosted local businesses and government leaders as well as regionally and nationally renowned presenters. Randy Liberty, Maine Dept. of Corrections

A key growth strategy for many businesses is getting certified as woman-owned. But what exactly is the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) Certification? What are the benefits to a small business owner? In this 1-hour info session, Meghan Cunningham, WBENC New England Certification Manager at Center for Women & Enterprise will review the WBENC […]

Learn how to build financial independence while growing the business you love! As a self-employed entrepreneur, you're responsible for building both your business and your financial future. In this 1.5-hour workshop Ben Daigle and Jake Kenyon, Wealth Advisors from Old Port Advisors, will introduce the most common retirement savings options for solopreneurs and small business […]

Best-Selling Author and MSNBC Legal Analyst Andrew Weissmann to Headline "Facts, Truth, and the Rule of Law" Forum in Portland Legal analyst from national news outlets joins Maine Lawyers for the Rule of Law and Maine Justice Foundation for September 10 event Maine Lawyers for the Rule of Law, in partnership with the Maine Justice […]

The way people find your business is changing. They used to search, scroll, and compare. Now they ask AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, or Perplexity a question and get one answer. Sometimes that answer is you. Often, it’s your competitor. In this webinar, we'll dive into "GEO" or Generative Engine Optimization, the practice of optimizing […]

MEREDA will welcome Democratic Nominee Hannah Pingree, Independent Nominee Rick Bennett, and Republican Nominee Bobby Charles to its Fall Conference on Wednesday, September 16th. The future of our communities has never been more important. This gubernatorial race brings housing, economic development, and affordability to the forefront. Commercial and residential real estate are at the center […]

A great place to network and market your business. Events are hosted, or co-hosted, by Chamber members in our region. Hors d'oeuvres, beer, wine, and other beverages are available, or you could win the 50/50 raffle and fabulous door prizes donated by area businesses. Be sure to bring your business cards!

Scaling isn't one-size-fits-all. For some businesses, it means better systems. For other, clearer processes, and for others its simply making the business easier to run. In this interactive workshop will explore different ways businesses scale and begin thinking about what growth might look like your business means increasing revenue while also increasing efficiency. This 90-minute […]

This 8-hour ServSafe® Course from 9:00am - 5:00pm helps prepare you for the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification exam covering: The Importance of Food Safety Good Personal Hygiene Time and Temperature Control Preventing Cross-Contamination Cleaning and Sanitizing Safe Food Preparation Receiving and Storing Food Methods of Thawing, Cooking, Cooling, and Reheating Food The exam will […]