Do Well & Do Good Part II Panel
OnlineThe idea of wanting to do well in business, while doing good in the world, is on many entrepreneurs’ minds. In our Fall ‘23 event, we hosted a wise panel […]
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Support and Learning for Entrepreneurs
Network Builder: A BIPOC Women’s Business Cohort
CEI Women's Business Center - Portland 2 Portland Fish Pier Suite 201, Portland, ME, United StatesBuilding relationships and connections in professional settings can open doors to business opportunities. In this 4-week in-person cohort, participants master the skills of Intentional Networking, which cultivates professional growth and […]
Summer Programming Schedule Update
The CEI WBC is on our Summer Schedule! We are still open and actively engaging with female entrepreneurs across our state but our programming schedule looks a lot different for […]
Tuesday Toast Talks: Meet, Share, & Connect
Wears and Wares - Farmington 413 Wilton Road, Farmington, ME, United StatesJoin WBC Business Advisor, Jodi Cordes, for an informal networking meeting with new, existing, or aspiring female entrepreneurs from Greater Franklin County! Join us on the first Tuesday for a great conversation among business owners, at any stage. Come together to connect, share expertise, and learn from each other about running a business. Location: Wears and […]
Self-Worth, Boundaries, and Beyond
OnlineJoin us for a virtual reunion with fellow alumnae from the Self-Worth Club and Boundaries for a Thriving Business programs. We hope you'll join us on Tuesday, June 4th for this 1.5-hour informal get-together facilitated by Hannah Curtis! What to Expect: Reflect on your journey with self-worth and boundaries in your business. Collaborate on actionable steps […]
Understanding MERIT: Maine’s New Mandatory Retirement Savings Program
OnlineJoin Cameron Monaghan, Associate Program Developer, for an information session on Maine’s new mandatory retirement savings program, MERIT: Maine Retirement Investment Trust. Tailored specifically for small businesses, this session aims to guide you through navigating this new state law. Businesses with 5 or more employees must register by the end of June, so now is […]
June Biz Fit: Buy (a) Local (Business)!
OnlineDo you want to own your own business? Are you helping to transition a family-owned business? We need Small Businesses in our communities. The retention of successful and established small businesses is critical to healthy rural communities. They provide employment and circulate three times more money back into local communities than absentee-owned businesses and corporate […]
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) Certification Info Session
OnlineA 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 […]
Info Session: Maine Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
OnlineIn this 1-hour workshop, Tabin Tangila Mesu Kamba, CEI Workforce Solutions Program Developer, will share information on Maine's new Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Come learn how you can get ready for this […]
Tuesday Toast Talks: Meet, Share, & Connect
CEI’s Women’s Business Center – Farmington 165 Front Street, Farmington, ME, United StatesJoin WBC Business Advisor, Jodi Cordes, for an informal networking meeting with new, existing, or aspiring female entrepreneurs from Greater Franklin County! Join us on the first Tuesday each month […]