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 certification in addition to […]
Join the CEI Women’s Business Center and fellow Propeller alumnae for an insightful and interactive get together! This Propeller Pop-Up will center around a facilitated discussion led by Nick Rimsa on "Making Time to Strategize Your Business for the Long-Term: Working ON Your Business While Working IN Your Business." This session is designed to help you […]
Are you an aquaculture farmer thinking of applying for a grant through either of the two recently announced opportunities, but are unsure of “how” or “if” it’s a fit? Join […]
Join the CEI Women's Business Center and fellow alumnae of our BIPOC Women's Business cohort programs for an informal get-together! We hope you'll join us on Friday, September 27th for this 2-hour informal networking opportunity! What will we do? Connect with fellow entrepreneurs, Hear about opportunities for small business owners, Discuss challenges we each face […]
Join WBC Business Advisor, Jodi Cordes, for an informal networking meeting with new, existing, or aspiring female entrepreneurs from Greater Franklin County! We meet on the first Tuesday each month for great conversation among business owners, at any stage. Come together to connect, share expertise, and learn from each other about running a business. Location: Root […]
Got a never-ending To Do list? Constantly thinking of new, different, more things to try? Always adding new tasks and ideas without considering what to eliminate? We often overwhelm ourselves with "more" and overlook the power of "less" in boosting productivity and efficiency. In this session we'll focus our conversation on why that is easier […]
The Brand Breakthrough Sprint is a fast-paced, 5-week program designed for women entrepreneurs who want to quickly gain clarity and build a brand that stands out in the marketplace. Led by Mallika Malhotra, […]
Many female business owners find that they are repeatedly asked to do unpaid work, work that is not within their skill set, or work that leaves them tired and at risk of burnout. However, running a business is not inherently draining -- especially when you have the tools to set healthy boundaries. In this 6-week […]
Even in the best of times, running a business is an act of vulnerability. From the financial unknowns, to the fear of failure, being a business owner is ripe for […]
Do you have questions about how to start or grow a business in Maine? Looking for FREE business resources or advising? Join CEI Women's Business Center Advisor, Ruth Feldman, for an information session about free business resources. Ruth will discuss the importance of writing a business plan and other no-cost business resources available to women […]
