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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:September Biz Fit: Knowledge is Power
DTSTART:20260827T120000Z
DTEND:20260911T130000Z
DTSTAMP:20260827T181130Z
UID:10000700-1787817600-1789117200@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:What are the basics you need to know\, use\, and rely on to ma
 ke business decisions? \nJoin us to listen to\, share with\, and learn fro
 m one another in curious conversation. This is an informal and supportive 
 gathering of entrepreneurial women where we exchange ideas and share insig
 hts.\nWhether you are an aspiring or experienced business owner\, bring yo
 ur coffee\, tea\, or smoothie and connect with other women across Maine. \
 nWho Should Attend? \nThis program is designed for Maine-based female entr
 epreneurs at any stage of their business journey.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T181130Z
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, 04011\, United States
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/september-biz-fit-knowledge-is-power/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) Certification
  Info Session
DTSTART:20260909T130000Z
DTEND:20260909T140000Z
DTSTAMP:20260813T181246Z
UID:10000686-1788944400-1788948000@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:A key growth strategy for many businesses is getting certified
  as woman-owned. But what exactly is the Women’s Business Enterprise Nat
 ional Council (WBENC) Certification? What are the benefits to a small busi
 ness owner? \nIn 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 the application process and benefi
 ts for small business owners. \nYou’ll be connected with resources and p
 eople who can help you scale to the point of being ready for certification
 \, help you with the application process and help you utilize the certific
 ation once you have it. \nThere will be a Q+A after the presentation. \nRe
 gister Today! \nNote: Registration information submitted through this form
  will be accessible to and used by the event organizers (Center for Women 
 & Enterprise and CEI) for the purposes of administering and managing the p
 rogram.\nWho Should Attend?\nThis program is designed for Maine-based fema
 le entrepreneurs at any stage of their business journey.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T181246Z
LOCATION:Online
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/womens-business-enterprise-national-council
 -wbenc-certification-info-session-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Ask an Advisor
DTSTART:20260909T160000Z
DTEND:20260909T170000Z
DTSTAMP:20260905T061632Z
UID:10000706-1788955200-1788958800@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:Have a quick question about starting or growing your small bus
 iness? Want to bounce an idea off of someone and get some advice? \nPop in
 to Ask an Advisor\, a free informal online group session where you can ask
  questions\, get guidance\, and learn from other entrepreneurs. \nTwo of o
 ur experienced\, full-time Business Advisors will be available to chat all
  things business\, whether you’re in the early planning stages\, running
  an established business or somewhere in between. \nCEI’s business advis
 ors are knowledgeable in a variety of topic areas including: \nMarketing\,
 \nFinance and loan readiness\,\nHuman Resources\,\nPreparing to buy or sel
 l a business\,\nNavigating challenges\,\nAnd more – whatever is on your 
 mind! \nOur Ask an Advisor sessions are free to the public and designed to
  be interactive and supportive\; we’re here to help. Come as you are\, a
 sk what you need\, and leave with new ideas and connections. \nRegister to
  receive the Zoom link to join!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T061632Z
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, 04011\, United States
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/ask-an-advisor-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Outstanding Women in Business
DTSTART:20260909T210000Z
DTEND:20260909T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260811T181051Z
UID:10000441-1788973200-1788980400@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, September 9th at Halo at the Point for 
 an unforgettable evening as we honor the 2026 Mainebiz Outstanding Women i
 n Business! \nNetwork with top professionals\, enjoy delicious food and dr
 inks\, and immerse yourself in the powerful stories of these exceptional w
 omen who are making a big impact on Maine’s business community. \nThe Ma
 inebiz Outstanding Women in Business award honors women presidents\, CEOs\
 , executive directors\, and senior leaders who are making exceptional cont
 ributions to their organizations\, industries\, and Maine’s economy. Hon
 orees will be featured in the August 10th issue of Mainebiz and celebrated
  at a special reception in September. \nRead about the 2026 Business Leade
 rs of the Year by clicking the image below. \n\n__________________________
 __________ \nPast Outstanding Women in Business\nProgram formerly known as
  Women to Watch \n2025 Honoree Profiles\n2024 Honoree Profiles\n2023 Honor
 ee Profiles\n2022 Honoree Profiles\n2021 Honoree Profiles\n2020 Honoree Pr
 ofiles
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T181051Z
LOCATION:Halo at the Point\, 20 Van Aken Way\, Portland\, ME\, 04102\, Uni
 ted States
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/owb/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:USM Forum on American Democracy: Foundations of Free Expression
DTSTART:20260909T210000Z
DTEND:20260909T223000Z
DTSTAMP:20260822T001226Z
UID:10000697-1788973200-1788978600@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:civic,education
DESCRIPTION:Keynote with Dr. Jonathan Friedman\nWednesday\, September 9\, 
 2026 \n5:00 – 6:30 PM | Hannaford Hall\, Abromson Center \nUniversity of
  Southern Maine (USM) 2026–2027 Series: A Focus on Free Speech \nHosted 
 by President Jacqueline Edmondson \nDr. Jonathan Friedman\, Sy Syms managi
 ng director of U.S. free expression programs at PEN America\, will launch 
 the second year of the Forum series with a keynote addressing the critical
  role of freedom of speech in American democracy. Drawing from extensive w
 ork in advocacy and public discourse\, Friedman will explore how protectin
 g free expression strengthens civil society and empowers universities like
  USM to remain vibrant centers for open inquiry and intellectual growth. \
 nAbout the USM Forum on American Democracy \nThe USM Forum on American Dem
 ocracy is a year-long public series designed to engage the University of S
 outhern Maine and the broader community in thoughtful conversations on the
  foundations and future of democratic society. Hosted by President Edmonds
 on\, the Forum invites multiple perspectives on timely civic topics throug
 h keynote speakers\, panel discussions\, and campus-wide engagement. \nEac
 h year\, the Forum explores a central theme. For its second year\, the foc
 us is on freedom of speech – its foundational role in a democratic socie
 ty\, the modern challenges and protections surrounding it\, and how we fos
 ter open\, robust dialogue within our communities and campuses today. \nBy
  engaging voices from across campus\, across ideologies\, and across commu
 nities\, the Forum seeks to deepen our collective understanding of democra
 tic ideals. Whether you’re a student thinking about your role in shaping
  the future\, an educator nurturing thoughtful dialogue\, or a community m
 ember seeking unity in complexity\, this conversation will leave you inspi
 red and equipped to take part in building a democracy that works for all o
 f us. \nA thank you to the Pond Family Foundation\, the sponsors of the US
 M Forum on American Democracy.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T001226Z
LOCATION:Hannaford Hall – Abromson Community Education Center\, 88 Bedfo
 rd Street\, Portland\, 04101\, United States
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/usm-forum-on-american-democracy-foundations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Eggs & Issues – State of the City: Portland's Public Safety Chal
 lenge
DTSTART:20260910T110000Z
DTEND:20260910T130000Z
DTSTAMP:20260825T001342Z
UID:10000698-1789023600-1789030800@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, September 10\, from 7am to 9am\, please join us 
 for our first Eggs & Issues of the season where we’ll discuss Public Saf
 ety in Portland. This timely discussion will feature Portland Mayor Mark D
 ion\, Portland Police Chief Mark Dubois and Cumberland County District Att
 orney Jacqueline Sartoris who will share updates on key city initiatives\,
  address current opportunities and challenges\, and offer their vision for
  a safe\, vibrant\, and thriving Portland. \nAttendees will gain valuable 
 insight into the policies and priorities shaping our community—and the i
 mportant role Greater Portland’s business community can play in helping 
 the city move forward. \nEvent Schedule\n7:00 a.m. — Check-in\, light br
 eakfast\, and networking\n8:00 a.m. — Program begins\n9:00 a.m. — Prog
 ram concludes \nParking\nComplimentary event parking is available in the g
 arage adjacent to Hannaford Hall at the Abromson Community Education Cente
 r. Instructions for accessing free parking will be provided upon arrival. 
 \nPresenting Sponsors:\nCMP\nMEMIC\nNorthern Light Mercy Hospital \nCooper
 ating Sponsor:\nMartin’s Point Health Care \nReception Sponsors:\nClark 
 Insurance\, a Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC\nMascoma Bank \nCoffee Sponsor:\
 nAT&T \nTomorrow’s Leaders Sponsor:\nAAA Northern New England \nCommunit
 y Corner Sponsor:\nLJB Engineering \nBroadcast Partner:\nWMTW \nRadio Part
 ner:\nWGAN \nBusiness News Partner:\nMainebiz \nPhotography Sponsor:\nWohl
 er & Co. \nVideo Sponsor:\nWind Media Co. \nEvent Partners:\nOne Stop Even
 t Rentals\nUniversity of Southern Maine
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T001342Z
LOCATION:Hannaford Hall – Abromson Community Education Center\, 88 Bedfo
 rd Street\, Portland\, 04101\, United States
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/eggs-issues-state-of-the-city-portlands-pub
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Money Matters: Your Business. Your Future. Your Financial Freedom.
DTSTART:20260910T150000Z
DTEND:20260910T163000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T181604Z
UID:10000660-1789038000-1789043400@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to build financial independence while growing the bu
 siness you love! \nAs a self-employed entrepreneur\, you’re responsible 
 for building both your business and your financial future. \nIn this 1.5-h
 our workshop Ben Daigle and Jake Kenyon\, Wealth Advisors from Old Port Ad
 visors\, will introduce the most common retirement savings options for sol
 opreneurs and small business owners. \nYou’ll learn how each plan works\
 , the potential tax advantages they offer\, and how to choose an approach 
 that aligns with your goals\, income\, and stage of business. \nWhether yo
 u’re just getting started or looking to strengthen your long-term financ
 ial strategy\, this session of Money Matters will help you take the next s
 tep toward financial independence! \nAs part of the Money Matters series\,
  this workshop is designed to break down financial concepts into clear\, e
 veryday language. \nAll Money Matters workshops are intentionally low-barr
 ier and inclusive\, welcoming entrepreneurs of all identities and backgrou
 nds. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis program is designed for Maine-based entrep
 reneurs who are currently in-business. \nRegister Today!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T181604Z
LOCATION:CEI Women’s Business Center – South\, 2 Portland Fish Pier #2
 15\, Portland\, 04101\, United States
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/money-matters-your-business-your-future-you
 r-financial-freedom/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Public Forum: Facts\, Truth\, and the Rule of Law
DTSTART:20260910T230000Z
DTEND:20260911T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260813T181246Z
UID:10000688-1789066800-1789074000@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:Best-Selling Author and MSNBC Legal Analyst Andrew Weissmann t
 o Headline “Facts\, Truth\, and the Rule of Law” Forum in Portland \nL
 egal analyst from national news outlets joins Maine Lawyers for the Rule o
 f Law and Maine Justice Foundation for September 10 event \nMaine Lawyers 
 for the Rule of Law\, in partnership with the Maine Justice Foundation\, w
 ill host a public forum\, Facts\, Truth\, and the Rule of Law\, on Septemb
 er 10 at Hannaford Hall on the University of Southern Maine’s Portland c
 ampus\, 88 Bedford Street. \nThe event will feature keynote speaker Andrew
  Weissmann\, a familiar face to television audiences nationwide as a legal
  analyst for MSNBC and MS NOW\, where he regularly breaks down the day’s
  biggest legal and political stories. He is also the best-selling author o
 f the newly released book Liar’s Kingdom\, and co-hosts the popular podc
 ast\, Main Justice. His commentary and writing appear frequently in The Ne
 w York Times\, The Atlantic\, and The Washington Post. \nBeyond his media 
 presence\, Weissmann brings decades of experience at the highest levels of
  the American federal justice system. He spent most of the past 20 years a
 t the U.S. Department of Justice\, including serving as lead prosecutor in
  Robert Mueller’s Special Counsel’s Office\, Chief of the DOJ’s Frau
 d Section\, and General Counsel for the FBI. He has also taught law at NYU
 \, Fordham\, and Brooklyn Law School. \nMr. Weissman will address the fund
 amental problem of determining the truth of factual claims and assertions 
 in the context of both political debate and legal proceedings. How can we 
 know what is true and what is not true as a matter of fact? How can politi
 cal leaders and other disseminators of information be held accountable for
  the factual accuracy of what they communicate to others? \nA panel discus
 sion will follow\, moderated by Ellen Gorman\, Justice (ret.) Maine Suprem
 e Judicial Court and featuring Steve Collins\, Maine Trust for Local News\
 , Donald Alexander\, Justice (ret.) Maine Supreme Judicial Court\, and Mic
 aela Schweitzer-Bluhm\, Maine Monitor.\nThe forum is made possible by the 
 generous financial support of Maine Justice Foundation and law firm sponso
 rs Berman & Simmons\, Bernstein Shur\, Curtis Thaxter\, Drummond Woodsum\,
  Garmey Law\, Gideon Asen\, LeBlanc & Young\, Lee International\, Marcus C
 legg\, Murray Plumb & Murray\, Perkins Thompson\, Roach Sanchez\, and Verr
 ill\, along with partner organizations including the Cumberland Bar Associ
 ation\, Lawyers Defending American Democracy\, League of Women Voters\, Ma
 ine Council of Churches\, Maine Education Association\, Maine Employment L
 awyers Association\, Maine State Bar Association\, Maine Trial Lawyers Ass
 ociation\, and Maine Women’s Lobby. \nEvent Details:\nWhat: Facts\, Trut
 h\, and the Rule of Law — a public forum featuring best-selling author a
 nd MSNBC legal analyst Andrew Weissmann\nWhen: September 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
 \nWhere: Hannaford Hall\, University of Southern Maine\, 88 Bedford Street
 \, Portland\, ME 04101\nCost: Free with donations appreciated. Open to the
  public\; free parking included in the attached garage.\nRSVP: https://mai
 neruleoflaw.org/upcoming-events/
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T181246Z
LOCATION:Hannaford Hall – Abromson Community Education Center\, 88 Bedfo
 rd Street\, Portland\, 04101\, United States
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/public-forum-facts-truth-and-the-rule-of-la
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Understanding Maine Death with Dignity
DTSTART:20260911T180000Z
DTEND:20260911T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T180558Z
UID:10000704-1789135200-1789138800@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:civic,education
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for Understanding Maine Death with Dignity with
  Casimir “Caz” Bemski\, EdD. \nWhen: Friday\, September 11th at 2 p.m.
  \nWhere: OceanView’s Lunt Auditorium (74 Lunt Road\, Falmouth\, ME 0410
 5) \nAbout the event: \nGet the facts you need to understand how Maine’s
  aid-in-dying law works. \nBemski\, executive director for Maine Death wit
 h Dignity\, will discuss the law and how to access resources should you fi
 nd yourself or a loved one facing a terminal illness. The presentation wil
 l answer questions on this important palliative care end-of-life option\, 
 such as: \nWhat exactly is aid in dying?\nHow do I discuss this with my ph
 ysicians?\nWho qualifies?\nHow long does it take to qualify?\nAnd much mor
 e… \nRegistration is required. This event is free and open to the public
 \, but seating is limited. To register\, please fill out the form below an
 d click submit. You may also call the Front Desk at (207) 781-4460 during 
 business hours.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T180558Z
LOCATION:Lunt Auditorium at OceanView at Falmouth\, 74 Lunt Road\, Falmout
 h\, 04105\, United States
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/understanding-maine-death-with-dignity/
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X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mainebiz.biz/events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Is GEO Replacing SEO? How to Get AI to Recommend your Business
DTSTART:20260915T140000Z
DTEND:20260915T150000Z
DTSTAMP:20260729T182213Z
UID:10000658-1789466400-1789470000@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:education,tech
DESCRIPTION:The way people find your business is changing. They used to se
 arch\, scroll\, and compare. Now they ask AI tools like ChatGPT\, Claude\,
  or Perplexity a question and get one answer. Sometimes that answer is you
 . Often\, it’s your competitor. In this webinar\, we’ll dive into “G
 EO” or Generative Engine Optimization\, the practice of optimizing your 
 website and your business so AI platforms recommend you when your ideal cu
 stomers ask. \nThis is a free webinar put on by the Maine SBDC and flyte n
 ew media. Register now! \nAbout the presenter: Rich Brooks\, founder of fl
 yte new media\, has over 28 years of experience in digital marketing. He
 ’s a nationally recognized speaker\, author of ‘The Lead Machine\,’ 
 and host of The Agents of Change podcast and conference. He also appears r
 egularly as a tech expert on Maine’s 207 news. \nThe Maine SBDC is funde
 d by $1\,050\,471 in federal funds (43%)\, which is matched by $1\,393\,06
 8 in non-federal funds (57%). Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreeme
 nt with the U.S. SBA. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilit
 ies will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact maine
 sbdc@maine.edu
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T182213Z
LOCATION:Online:  Live Webinar
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/is-geo-replacing-seo-how-to-get-ai-to-recom
 mend-your-business/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Mainebiz
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mainebiz.biz/events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:MEREDA's 2026 Fall Conference: The Governor’s Race: Through the 
 Lens of Maine’s Commercial & Residential Real Estate Industry
DTSTART:20260916T123000Z
DTEND:20260916T163000Z
DTSTAMP:20260805T180608Z
UID:10000668-1789547400-1789561800@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:MEREDA will welcome Democratic Nominee Hannah Pingree\, Indepe
 ndent Nominee Rick Bennett\, and Republican Nominee Bobby Charles to its F
 all Conference on Wednesday\, September 16th. \nThe future of our communit
 ies has never been more important. This gubernatorial race brings housing\
 , economic development\, and affordability to the forefront. Commercial an
 d residential real estate are at the center of these conversations—from 
 expanding housing opportunities and supporting local businesses to revital
 izing downtowns and strengthening our economy. This conference gives each 
 candidate the opportunity to present their vision and solution for these i
 mportant issues. \nThis event will be informative for MEREDA members and a
 ll Maine voters. It will also help set the stage for the next four to eigh
 t years of housing and economic policy from the Blaine House.\nKen Entenma
 nn\, CFA\, Chief Investment Officer & Chief economist at NBT Bank/NBT Weal
 th Management will provide an economic update. \nCONTINUING EDUCATION CRED
 ITS: Application will be made to the Maine Real Estate Commission for 2 Ho
 urs of In-Person Continuing Education Credits for Real Estate Licensees an
 d Appraisers.\nApplications will also be submitted for Architects\, Assess
 ors\, Attorneys\, and Planners.\nApprovals are pending. \nSponsoring a MER
 EDA event provides great exposure and is a great opportunity to showcase y
 our company For sponsorship inquiries and detailed pricing information\, p
 lease contact: MEREDA’s Executive Director\, Shelly R. Clark.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T180608Z
LOCATION:Hannaford Hall – Abromson Community Education Center\, 88 Bedfo
 rd Street\, Portland\, 04101\, United States
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/meredas-2026-fall-conference-the-governors-
 race-through-the-lens-of-maines-commercial-residential-real-estate-industr
 y/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Mainebiz
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mainebiz.biz/events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Ask an Advisor
DTSTART:20260916T160000Z
DTEND:20260916T170000Z
DTSTAMP:20260828T001121Z
UID:10000701-1789560000-1789563600@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Have a quick question about starting or growing your small bus
 iness? Want to bounce an idea off of someone and get some advice? \nPop in
 to Ask an Advisor\, a free informal online group session where you can ask
  questions\, get guidance\, and learn from other entrepreneurs. \nTwo of o
 ur experienced\, full-time Business Advisors will be available to chat all
  things business\, whether you’re in the early planning stages\, running
  an established business or somewhere in between. \nCEI’s business advis
 ors are knowledgeable in a variety of topic areas including: \nMarketing\,
 \nFinance and loan readiness\,\nHuman Resources\,\nPreparing to buy or sel
 l a business\,\nNavigating challenges\,\nAnd more – whatever is on your 
 mind! \nOur Ask an Advisor sessions are free to the public and designed to
  be interactive and supportive\; we’re here to help. Come as you are\, a
 sk what you need\, and leave with new ideas and connections.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T001121Z
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, 04011\, United States
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/ask-an-advisor/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Mainebiz
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mainebiz.biz/events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Scaling Up 101
DTSTART:20260921T130000Z
DTEND:20260921T143000Z
DTSTAMP:20260813T181246Z
UID:10000687-1789981200-1789986600@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Scaling isn’t one-size-fits-all. \nFor some businesses\, it 
 means better systems. For other\, clearer processes\, and for others its s
 imply making the business easier to run. \nIn this interactive workshop wi
 ll explore different ways businesses scale and begin thinking about what g
 rowth might look like your business means increasing revenue while also in
 creasing efficiency. \nThis 90-minute session\, facilitated by Tara Servil
 io is designed as a simple introduction and a chance to think differently 
 about scaling. \nRegister Today! \nWho Should Attend?\nThis program is des
 igned for Maine-based entrepreneurs at any stage of their business journey
 .
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T181246Z
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, 04011\, United States
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/scaling-up-101/
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X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mainebiz.biz/events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Course and Exam
DTSTART:20260922T130000Z
DTEND:20260922T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T181604Z
UID:10000652-1790067600-1790096400@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:This 8-hour ServSafe® Course from 9:00am – 5:00pm helps pre
 pare you for the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification exam cov
 ering:\nThe Importance of Food Safety\nGood Personal Hygiene\nTime and Tem
 perature Control\nPreventing Cross-Contamination\nCleaning and Sanitizing\
 nSafe Food Preparation\nReceiving and Storing Food\nMethods of Thawing\, C
 ooking\, Cooling\, and Reheating Food \nThe exam will immediately follow t
 he course. Students will receive the ServSafe® Manager Book 9th Ed. revis
 ed\, diagnostic exam\, and practice exam approximately 2 weeks prior to th
 e course.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T181604Z
LOCATION:UMaine Cooperative Extension\, 75 Clearwater Drive\, Falmouth\, M
 E\, 04105\, United States
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/servsafe-food-protection-manager-course-and
 -exam/
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X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mainebiz.biz/events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) Certification 101
DTSTART:20260922T130000Z
DTEND:20260922T140000Z
DTSTAMP:20260905T061632Z
UID:10000703-1790067600-1790071200@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:In this 1-hour workshop\, Marissa Henkel\, Procurement Counsel
 or at Maine APEX will present on the Women Owned Small Business Certificat
 ion. \nJoin this session to learn: \nWhat are the benefits of being a cert
 ified WOSB?\nWho is eligible?\nHow do I apply for the certification?\nTher
 e will be time for Q+A\, come with questions! \nRegister Today! \nWho Shou
 ld Attend?\nThis info session is designed for Maine-based female entrepren
 eurs at any stage of their business journey.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T061632Z
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, 04011\, United States
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/women-owned-small-business-wosb-certificati
 on-101-2/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Mainebiz
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mainebiz.biz/events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Intellectual Property Essentials for Small Businesses
DTSTART:20260922T150000Z
DTEND:20260922T160000Z
DTSTAMP:20260812T181010Z
UID:10000678-1790074800-1790078400@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:This webinar covers the fundamental copyright principles every
  small business owner should understand. It explains the different forms o
 f intellectual property (copyrights\, trademarks\, patents)\, what they pr
 otect\, when and how to safeguard your intellectual property\, and why IP 
 protection may be relevant to your business. \nThe Maine SBDC is funded by
  $1\,050\,471 in federal funds (43%)\, which is matched by $1\,393\,068 in
  non-federal funds (57%). Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement w
 ith the U.S. SBA. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities 
 will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact mainesbdc
 @maine.edu
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LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, 04011\, United States
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/intellectual-property-essentials-for-small-
 businesses/
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SUMMARY:Don't Let High-Cost Claims Catch You Off Guard with Christine Hale
 \, MD\, MBA
DTSTART:20260923T120000Z
DTEND:20260923T140000Z
DTSTAMP:20260818T181130Z
UID:10000691-1790150400-1790157600@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:High-cost claims are on the rise\, and for employers\, a singl
 e catastrophic case can mean the difference between a good year and a budg
 et-busting one. Understanding what drives these claims — and how to mana
 ge the risk — is quickly becoming essential knowledge for any organizati
 on that sponsors health benefits. \nThis session will be led by Dr. Christ
 ine Hale\, MD\, MBA\, a nationally recognized expert in complex claims man
 agement. Dr. Hale has presented in Maine before\, and attendees walked awa
 y with practical\, data-driven tools they can put to use right away. We’
 re excited to welcome her back for another session packed with real-world\
 , actionable guidance. \nWhether you’re just beginning to explore this t
 opic or looking to sharpen an existing strategy\, this session will provid
 e practical takeaways and clear next steps for managing one of the biggest
  cost drivers employers face today. Sponsored by Local Infusion\, SHRM cre
 dits available. Discount Code Available for Maine Businesses.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T181130Z
LOCATION:Woodlands Club\, 39 Woods Rd\, Falmouth\, 04105\, United States
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/dont-let-high-cost-claims-catch-you-off-gua
 rd-with-christine-hale-md-mba/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Mainebiz
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mainebiz.biz/events
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SUMMARY:Year-End Bookkeeping for Small Business Owners
DTSTART:20260923T130000Z
DTEND:20260923T140000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T060551Z
UID:10000673-1790154000-1790157600@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Are you intimidated or overwhelmed by year-end bookkeeping? Re
 ady to simplify your approach? \nIn this 1-hour workshop\, Frances Keil of
  Modern Bookkeeping Services will walk through a simple\, step-by-step pro
 cess to complete year-end bookkeeping tasks. \nShe’ll cover: \nFinishing
  your bookkeeping\nOrganizing documents\nReviewing reports\nPreparing docu
 ments for tax season\nLearn some best practices about bookkeeping for your
  small business and get ready to close out the year with confidence! \nThe
 re will be a Q+A after the presentation.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T060551Z
LOCATION:Online
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/year-end-bookkeeping-for-small-business-own
 ers/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Mainebiz
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mainebiz.biz/events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Ask an Advisor
DTSTART:20260923T160000Z
DTEND:20260923T170000Z
DTSTAMP:20260905T061632Z
UID:10000707-1790164800-1790168400@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:Have a quick question about starting or growing your small bus
 iness? Want to bounce an idea off of someone and get some advice? \nPop in
 to Ask an Advisor\, a free informal online group session where you can ask
  questions\, get guidance\, and learn from other entrepreneurs. \nTwo of o
 ur experienced\, full-time Business Advisors will be available to chat all
  things business\, whether you’re in the early planning stages\, running
  an established business or somewhere in between. \nCEI’s business advis
 ors are knowledgeable in a variety of topic areas including: \nMarketing\,
 \nFinance and loan readiness\,\nHuman Resources\,\nPreparing to buy or sel
 l a business\,\nNavigating challenges\,\nAnd more – whatever is on your 
 mind! \nOur Ask an Advisor sessions are free to the public and designed to
  be interactive and supportive\; we’re here to help. Come as you are\, a
 sk what you need\, and leave with new ideas and connections. \nRegister to
  receive the Zoom link to join!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T061632Z
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, 04011\, United States
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/ask-an-advisor-4/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Mainebiz
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mainebiz.biz/events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Panel Discussion: Secondary Traumatic Stress and Empathic Strain -
  Sustaining Ourselves While Caring for Others
DTSTART:20260923T200000Z
DTEND:20260923T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260831T180546Z
UID:10000702-1790179200-1790186400@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Join Spurwink and the University of Southern Maine School of S
 ocial Work for an engaging panel discussion on Secondary Traumatic Stress 
 and Empathic Strain. This important conversation will explore the impact o
 f trauma exposure on helping professionals and share strategies for resili
 ence\, support\, and sustainable practice. \nBoth secondary traumatic stre
 ss (STS) and empathic strain are occupational hazards for those working in
  crisis intervention\, counseling\, social work\, healthcare\, and related
  helping professions. These experiences are normal and common when support
 ing people in crisis\, but they can become serious if left unaddressed. \n
 The panel will feature practitioners\, educators\, and experts who will di
 scuss recognizing the signs of STS and empathic strain\, fostering persona
 l and organizational resilience\, and promoting well-being in helping prof
 essions. \nWe hope you will join us for this timely and meaningful discuss
 ion! \nHosted by Spurwink and the University of Southern Maine School of S
 ocial Work
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T180546Z
LOCATION:USM McGoldrick Center\, 35 Bedford Street\, Portland\, 04101\, Un
 ited States
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/panel-discussion-secondary-traumatic-stress
 -and-empathic-strain-sustaining-ourselves-while-caring-for-others/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Mainebiz
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mainebiz.biz/events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Startup Checklist
DTSTART:20260924T170000Z
DTEND:20260924T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260812T181010Z
UID:10000679-1790254800-1790258400@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:tech
DESCRIPTION:Have a business idea but aren’t sure what comes next? This w
 ebinar provides a practical roadmap for moving from idea to launch. We’l
 l cover the essential areas every new business owner should consider\, inc
 luding market research\, business planning\, legal structure\, insurance\,
  licensing\, financing\, taxes\, and preparing to open. \nYou don’t need
  to have everything figured out before you begin. The goal is to understan
 d the decisions ahead\, know what questions to ask\, and take the next ste
 ps in the right order for your business. \nThe Maine SBDC is funded by $1\
 ,050\,471 in federal funds (43%)\, which is matched by $1\,393\,068 in non
 -federal funds (57%). Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with 
 the U.S. SBA. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will
  be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact mainesbdc@mai
 ne.edu
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T181010Z
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, 04011\, United States
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/startup-checklist/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Mainebiz
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mainebiz.biz/events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Scaling Up: From Strategy to Action
DTSTART:20260928T130000Z
DTEND:20260928T143000Z
DTSTAMP:20260813T181246Z
UID:10000689-1790586000-1790591400@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Scaling your business means increasing revenue while also incr
 easing efficiency. \nWhat does your business need to scale? \nMore employe
 es?\nIncreased efficiency through new systems or equipment?\nOr more robus
 t or seamless distribution through clearer procedures?\nJoin facilitator\,
  Tara Servilio\, in this interactive 4-part workshop series to identify yo
 ur specific needs to scale\, evaluate your options\, develop a plan to get
  it done\, and discover new tools for the future. \nYou will leave with a 
 plan of action for what you need to do to scale now and in the future. Thi
 s workshop is beneficial for any size or type of business. \nTara last ser
 ved in the Business Transformation Office for JPMorgan Chase where she foc
 used on both large and small scale consumer driven initiatives\, including
  product development\, new distribution channel development\, operations\,
  and digital and technology based change and implementation. She lives in 
 Mid-Coast Maine where she enjoys gardening\, her dog\, her family\, and th
 e beautiful outdoors. \nThis 4-session program will be held virtually via 
 Zoom. Each meeting will be 1.5 hours in length. \nSession dates: \nMonday\
 , Sept. 28th\, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM\nMonday\, Oct. 5th\, 9:00 AM – 10:30
  AM\n(No Session Oct. 12th)\nMonday\, Oct. 19th\, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM\nMo
 nday\, Oct. 26th\, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM\nNote:\nThis peer group requires a
  two-step registration process. Pre-registration responses are reviewed wi
 thin 2-3 business days\, and our team may contact you via email with quest
 ions. Approved registrants will receive an email to complete the second st
 ep of registration. Both steps are required to be officially enrolled. \nP
 re-Register Today! \nWho Should Attend?\nThis peer group is designed for M
 aine-based female business owners who are currently in-business.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T181246Z
LOCATION:Online
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/scaling-up-from-strategy-to-action-2/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Mainebiz
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mainebiz.biz/events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Ask an Advisor
DTSTART:20260930T160000Z
DTEND:20260930T170000Z
DTSTAMP:20260905T061632Z
UID:10000708-1790769600-1790773200@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:Have a quick question about starting or growing your small bus
 iness? Want to bounce an idea off of someone and get some advice? \nPop in
 to Ask an Advisor\, a free informal online group session where you can ask
  questions\, get guidance\, and learn from other entrepreneurs. \nTwo of o
 ur experienced\, full-time Business Advisors will be available to chat all
  things business\, whether you’re in the early planning stages\, running
  an established business or somewhere in between. \nCEI’s business advis
 ors are knowledgeable in a variety of topic areas including: \nMarketing\,
 \nFinance and loan readiness\,\nHuman Resources\,\nPreparing to buy or sel
 l a business\,\nNavigating challenges\,\nAnd more – whatever is on your 
 mind! \nOur Ask an Advisor sessions are free to the public and designed to
  be interactive and supportive\; we’re here to help. Come as you are\, a
 sk what you need\, and leave with new ideas and connections. \nRegister to
  receive the Zoom link to join!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T061632Z
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, 04011\, United States
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/ask-an-advisor-3/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Mainebiz
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mainebiz.biz/events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Accelerate Your Business: Explore Top Gun and More with MCE
DTSTART:20261001T160000Z
DTEND:20261001T170000Z
DTSTAMP:20260729T182213Z
UID:10000653-1790856000-1790859600@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Looking to grow your business\, strengthen your network\, or a
 ccess expert guidance? Join this session to discover how the Maine Center 
 for Entrepreneurs (MCE) can support your goals! \nIn this 1-hour session\,
  Laurie Johnson\, Program Manager at MCE\, will provide an overview of opp
 ortunities being offered at MCE with a special focus on Top Gun\, their bu
 siness accelerator program. You’ll learn how Top Gun supports entreprene
 urs through mentorship\, connections\, and business development resources.
  \nWhether you are launching a new venture or looking to take your busines
 s to the next level\, join this session to gain insight into other program
 s and resources designed to help you start\, grow\, and succeed! \nThere w
 ill be time for Q+A after the presentation to ask questions\, learn from o
 thers\, and explore which MCE programs may be the best fit for your busine
 ss. \nRegister Today! \nWho Should Attend?\nThis program is designed for M
 aine-based entrepreneurs at any stage of their business journey who are in
 terested in exploring opportunities and programs offered through the Maine
  Center for Entrepreneurs.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T182213Z
LOCATION:Online
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/accelerate-your-business-explore-top-gun-an
 d-more-with-mce/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Mainebiz
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mainebiz.biz/events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:60 Ideas in 60 Minutes Portland
DTSTART:20261007T113000Z
DTEND:20261007T143000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000601Z
UID:10000439-1791358200-1791369000@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:At the Mainebiz 60 Ideas in 60 Minutes forum\, six of Maine’
 s top leaders will share their personal stories and 10 ideas that have hel
 ped them succeed. This moderated conversation will cover a full range of i
 deas from managing teams and building your business culture to creating ba
 lance. Whether you’re an entrepreneur\, a business leader\, or someone l
 ooking for inspiration\, you’ll walk away with 60 actionable ideas that 
 can transform your career and life! \n2026 Forum Panelists – Final Panel
 ist Announcement Coming Soon!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T000601Z
LOCATION:Portland Sheraton Sable Oaks\, 200 Sable Oaks Dr\, South Portland
 \, 04106\, United States
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/60in60-portland/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Mainebiz
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mainebiz.biz/events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Morning Menu - Understanding Maine’s Economy: Statewide Drivers 
 and Local Impact
DTSTART:20261015T123000Z
DTEND:20261015T140000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T060551Z
UID:10000669-1792053000-1792058400@mainebiz.biz
CATEGORIES:civic,education
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Maine’s Economy: Statewide Drivers and Local I
 mpact  \nJoin MEREDA for a data-driven breakfast conversation on Maine’s
  economic outlook\, with a focused lens on the Greater Portland region. Th
 is panel will bring together leaders in economic development\, finance\, h
 ealthcare\, and higher education to explore the forces shaping Maine’s e
 conomy. \nThe discussion will open with a statewide economic snapshot\, hi
 ghlighting key trends in workforce\, population\, industry growth\, and in
 vestment. Panelists will then connect those trends to regional impacts\, i
 ncluding business expansion\, housing demand\, healthcare employment\, and
  commercial development in the Portland area. \nA central theme of the con
 versation will be workforce and talent — from recruitment and retention 
 challenges to education-to-employment pipelines and cross-sector collabora
 tion. Panelists will also examine economic development and investment\, in
 cluding access to capital\, and infrastructure readiness. \nAttendees will
  gain insight into how statewide economic conditions intersect with local 
 opportunities\, and how collaboration across sectors can support sustainab
 le growth for communities throughout Maine. \nConfirmed Speakers:  Peter D
 elGreco\, Maine & Co.\, Amanda Rector\, Maine State Economist\, Guy Hudson
 \, MD\, MBA\, President and Chief Executive Officer of Northern Light Heal
 th\, and Jason Harkins\, Maine Business School\, as the moderator. \nRefun
 d Policy: Your RSVP is requested by October 8. Payment is expected at the 
 time of registration. No refunds will be granted to anyone who registers\,
  but fails to attend\, or who cancels after October 8.  \nPrices increase 
 by $10 after October 8. \nThis event is Sponsored by Norway Savings Bank.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T060551Z
LOCATION:USM McGoldrick Center\, 35 Bedford Street\, Portland\, 04101\, Un
 ited States
URL:https://mainebiz.biz/event/morning-menu-understanding-maines-economy-s
 tatewide-drivers-and-local-impact/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Mainebiz
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.mainebiz.biz/events
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