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SBA Export Week Day 1: Unlocking Opportunities: Gateway to Global Markets
US Custom House 312 Fore St, Portland, ME, United StatesKick 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
OnlineSBA 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 […]
SBA Export Week Day 3: Charting Your Course: Leveraging Essential Resources for International Trade
OnlineBuild 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 […]
SBA Export Week Day 4: Expand Your Horizons: A Primer on Exporting for Small Business
OnlineThe 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 […]
Propeller Pop-Up
OnlineJoin 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 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 […]
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 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 […]
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 new law, which takes effect in 2026 while payroll contributions begin in January 2025. Join this webinar to learn more about: What types & sizes […]