Sole Prop or LLC – Which Business Structure is Right for Me and How to Set It Up

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What business structure is best for your venture? How do you legally set up your small business as a specific entity? In this 1-hour webinar, WBC Business Advisor, Grace Mo-Phillips will review the differences between Sole Proprietor and Limited Liability Company (LLC) business structures. Grace will demonstrate: What the benefits are to Sole Prop vs […]

Hiring 101: Resources to Help Build Your Team

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Are you ready to hire an employee or expand your team? Join experts from the Bureau of Labor Standards for an overview of resources available to you as an employer. In this […]

Spokeswomen

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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 […]

Automate IT

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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 […]

SBA Export Week Day 1: Unlocking Opportunities: Gateway to Global Markets

US Custom House 312 Fore St, Portland, ME, United States

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 sharing insights on navigating the global marketplace. Engage with a panel of seasoned exporters as they share their inspiring stories of selling abroad and divulge […]

SBA Export Week Day 2: Navigating International Transactions: Tools to Mitigate Financial Risks

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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 international trade ventures. Join this Zoom workshop to gain insights into these programs as representatives from SBA, ExIm Bank, and local banks come together to […]

Propeller Pop-Up

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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. […]

Network Builder: A BIPOC Women’s Business Cohort

CEI Women's Business Center - Portland 2 Portland Fish Pier Suite 201, Portland, ME, United States

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 […]