Spokeswomen: a facilitated peer group designed to help female entrepreneurs become more persuasive and effective communicators for a wide range of situations. How does it work? Through this highly interactive 8-week online program, participants will gain clarity and develop their own personal style of speaking about their business. Each session is an opportunity to practice storytelling […]
Do you spend time thinking about how there “has to be an easier way”, there “has to be a more effective way”, or there has to be something that can “do this thing better and faster than me”? As a small business owner, you most likely think about this a lot but may not know […]
Kick off the 3rd Annual SBA Maine Export Week as we gather in-person at the Custom House in Portland. Connect with fellow exporters from Maine in forging valuable relationships and […]
SBA export finance programs and ExIm Bank’s export insurance programs exist to empower exporters in effectively managing and mitigating export transaction risks, thereby amplifying the success and profitability of their […]
Build your network in the global market with assistance from resourceful partners. Maine International Trade Center will highlight 3 key export resources for deciding next steps! We'll spotlight funding opportunities for […]
The Maine Small Business Development Center and CEI Women's Business Center business advisors will walk through various tools to help small businesses identify target markets and strategies to start exporting products. Join this session to gain hands-on tips on the initial steps to embark on international trade as a small business! REGISTER TODAY!
Join the CEI Women’s Business Center and fellow Propeller alumnae for a get-together. You’ll have an opportunity to practice your pitch, network with other alumnae, and learn about upcoming opportunities. We hope you’ll join us on Tuesday, May 21st for our Propeller Pop-Up! Who’s Invited? Anyone who has completed Propeller I, II, or III. Location: Zoom How […]
Building 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 boosts self-confidence. Led by Flo Edwards, participants will learn and practice interpersonal, communication, and strategic selling skills. Topics include: ● Developing a brand that defines […]
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 […]
In 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 […]
