Building a Brighter Future
The MaineStreet Business Building supports Washington County entrepreneurs and small business owners as they fuel our communities!
What We’re Doing to
Grow Business
Professional Space
Coworking, private offices & meeting spaces, business coaching & technical assistance, access to highspeed broadband, space to collaborate & network, and so much more!
Comprehensive Learning Opportunities
Startup incubator & accelerator courses, technical workshops, and small business forums
Business Support Network
Over 50 collaborative non-profit and for-profit partners building better business in Washington County
The MSBB Team
Katie Bragg
Director of Small Business & Entrepreneurship
Katie leads the Small Business and Entrepreneurship Program Team at SCEC and is the lead business advisor. She also delivers in-person and online business programs and coaching, and oversees daily operations of the MaineStreet Business Building.
Email | (207) 259-0053
Jessica Crowley
Maine APEX Accelerator
Jessica can work with your business to find, win, and perform on government contracts. Through Maine APEX, businesses can also receive training and technical assistance.
Email | (207) 620-2273
Dodie Emerson
Downeast Community Catalyst
Dodie helps Washington County businesses and communities by providing connections to business coaching, education, workforce, and career development resources. She also serves as the Business Advisor for the Washington County Recovery Friendly Workplace Network.
Email | (207) 271-2132
Susan Hatton
Loan Program Manager
Susan oversees various gap-financing microloan programs for qualifying businesses, including a program for the unorganized territories of Washington County, and agriculture- and fisheries- based businesses.
Email | (207) 949-0336
Geoffrey Lagat
Client Technology Advisor
Geoffrey works with businesses to leverage technology to drive business growth and innovation, which includes determining the right hardware and software solutions.
Email | (207) 259-0105
Amanda Smith
Coastal Opportunities Advisor
Amanda works within coastal Washington County towns to assist small businesses and entrepreneurs in identifying and pursuing ways to diversify their income.
Email | (207) 259-0755
Membership Options
Private Offices – Day Passes – Coworking – Event Space – Available Now!
Select Memberships include 24/7 access to MaineStreet Business Building!
Amenities include access to highspeed broadband, meeting spaces, shared member kitchen, free coffee and tea, professional office equipment, relax zones, on-site business coaching and assistance, use of MaineStreet Business Building’s address, and more!
What’s New at MSBB
Start Up Downeast provides up to two years of coaching, personal finance and business plan skill-building, and barrier removal support for Washington County residents who are eligible for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Employment & Training services, interested in enrolling at Washington County Community College, and have a goal of starting or purchasing their own business.
Developed in partnership with the State of Maine and the College, this innovative program will use USDA SNAP Employment & Training resources to help students in low- to moderate-income households pursue entrepreneurship as a career path.
Our Commitment
MaineStreet Business Building is a hub of vibrant networking for the aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners throughout Washington County, and beyond. Training and program innovations continue to be an important start in realizing this vision. Listening to our small business community to provide what they need, along with strengthening partnerships, will help us build a brighter future, together.
Our Commitment
MaineStreet Business Building is a hub of vibrant networking for the aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners throughout Washington County, and beyond. Training and program innovations continue to be an important start in realizing this vision. Listening to our small business community to provide what they need, along with strengthening partnerships, will help us build a brighter future, together.
“As an entrepreneur in a rural area, it is a challenge to obtain assistance and resources that are imperative for operating and growing a small business. I believe this local center of collaboration and expert training would be a catalyst for future economic success in our area. My goal is to expand my business, offering more well-paying jobs to the people of Down East Maine. This will enable them to stay here, make a decent living, and raise their families in our close-knit communities. The center will be instrumental in making that vision a reality.”
JUSTIN KING, KING CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRESIDENT
“As senior faculty in the Business Studies Department of WCCC, I envision utilizing the center to provide off-campus training as well as student internships and mentorships for students in our Entrepreneurship program. From a personal perspective, the center will be a great environment for my upcoming business venture, which will provide business training and services to Washington County businesses. Shared workspace in the centrally located hub will allow me to meet with clients in a professional, comfortable atmosphere. In addition, having business advisors and resources in-house to assist with my goals of establishing and cultivating my business will help with its development, growth, and success.”
RHONDA FRENCH, WASHINGTON COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE BUSINESS INSTRUCTOR & ONCOURSE BUSINESS SERVICES FOUNDER