Charles Hunt has always had a passion and natural talent for photography. When he decided he wanted to make it his career, Charles worked through the Vocational Rehabilitation program to get connected with  Shannon Byers, a business advisor with the Maine SBDC hosted at CEI. Charles, who has autism, was determined to start his own business.

Working alongside his team of advisors, Charles developed a business plan that included working with a locally established, well-known photographer Gerry Monteux. Shannon helped Charles with pricing, where to sell his product, and how to manage his financials.

Charles’ new business C.W. Hunt Photography started in June 2019. Charles’ enjoys capturing life in the moment. His beautifully balanced photos vary from cityscapes to wildlife. His work has been featured at the Maine State House and has received recognition at local fairs.

Learn more about C.W. Hunt Photography 

• website: https://cwhunt.photography/

Looking to Start or Grow Your Business?

No cost, one-on-one assistance is provided to potential and existing business owners and managers in Maine by the Maine Small Business Development Center (Maine SBDC) at CEI. Maine SBDC Advisors at CEI are qualified business people with diverse educational and business experience. CEI-hosted advisors are available in Augusta, Bangor, Brunswick, Ellsworth, Machias, Rockland, Waterville and Wiscasset.

For more information about the services available or to make an appointment with a business advisor, please contact the office nearest you or request a consultation

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