Great Decisions 2026: The Future of U.S. Global Leadership Keynote Series U.S. Engagement in Africa with Michelle Lenihan, Deputy Commissioner, Maine DVEM (former Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for African Affairs) and Matthew T. Page, Associate Fellow, Africa Programme, Chatham House As great power competition intensifies across Africa, what should guide American engagement with […]

This eight-week peer-group program provides technical guidance to 10-12 aspiring entrepreneurs who are in the pre-start or early stages of their business journey. It is designed especially for those facing challenges due to limited financial resources, unfamiliarity with Maine’s business regulations, or language and cultural barriers. Each 2.5-hour session will be facilitated by Grace Mo-Phillips, […]

The Green Home + Energy Show is the place to find resources to make your home more comfortable, efficient, healthy and sustainable—whether you are renovating, building or buying. Come for the expert-led workshops, networking with contractors and good eats; stay for the vibrant community of eco-minded homeowners and professionals. Take advantage of a full day […]

In this 1-hour workshop, Marissa Henkel, Procurement Counselor at Maine APEX will present on the Women Owned Small Business Certification. Join this session to learn: What are the benefits of being a certified WOSB? Who is eligible? How do I apply for the certification? There will be time for Q+A, come with questions! Register Today! […]

Join the Women of the Chamber on Wednesday, April 1 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm at the newly-renovated Residence Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront for an evening of networking, connection, and celebration as we welcome spring after a long Maine winter! Reconnect with colleagues, build new relationships, and enjoy a fresh new setting as we step into […]

Maine Connectivity Authority will host a virtual session on April 2 at 1pm to learn and ask questions about Tech Help for ME. Tech Help for ME is a directory of resources in Maine that help people use the internet. Use this tool to find public wifi, public computers, low-cost computers, digital skills classes, technology […]

Another great “meet-and-greet” opportunity, this time in the Queen City!

Since 1997, the Governor's International Breakfast has brought together Maine's civic, business, academic, and government leaders to make the case that Maine's prosperity is inseparable from its global connections. Presented by the World Affairs Council of Maine and the Maine International Trade Center, the breakfast has spent the last four years going deep on the […]

Join us on April 8, 2026, for a critical conversation about the future of housing in our State. As municipal resistance threatens to undermine recent statewide housing initiatives, we’re at a pivotal moment that demands clarity, collaboration, and action. This refresher event will explore where we’ve been and where we’re headed in housing policy—examining the […]

Maine entrepreneurs are invited to participate in four free virtual (online) informational sessions focused on starting, funding, and growing a small medical device/MedTech development firm. Sessions are one hour long, from 11 AM - 12 Noon. Participants will learn the following: How to turn a proposed medical device/MedTech idea into a tangible marketable, revenue generating […]

When we come together, we can lift each other up. Join us for Lift, Spurwink’s newly reimagined annual event—an inspiring evening to amplify the voices of people impacted by mental and behavioral health challenges. Featuring: - A musical performance by the Maine Gay Men’s Chorus - A photography exhibit showcasing the work of Denise Dyer […]

MECA&D and AIGA Maine present an evening with type designer and founder of OH no Type Company, James Edmondson, exploring the intersection of typography, personal influence, and the realities of publishing. Fonts Are Easy, Books Are Hard offers an inside look at Edmondson’s path in type design, the formative mentorship that shaped his career, and […]