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SUMMARY:ChatGPT for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Discover how ChatGPT can help you better understand your audience\, improve your website\, and simplify your content creation process. This free workshop is led by Cary Weston of The ChatGPT Experiment\, and will provide straightforward\, actionable advice to enhance your business marketing. \nIn this session\, we’ll explore how ChatGPT can become your marketing assistant\, helping you craft content that resonates\, streamlining your messaging\, and making your marketing tasks easier to tackle. \nThis workshop is for anyone who wants to make their marketing more effective. \nLunch will be provided. \nRegister Here!
URL:https://mainestreetbusiness.org/event/chatgpt-for-your-business/
LOCATION:MaineStreet Business Building\, 19 Main Street\, Machias\, ME\, 04654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Training for Community Members
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SUMMARY:Virtual Lunch & Learn with Rich Brooks: LinkedIn for the Savvy Executive
DESCRIPTION:Are you on LinkedIn but feel like you’re not using it as effectively as you could? \nJoin us for a Virtual Lunch & Learn with Rich Brooks:\nLinkedIn for the Savvy Executive to Recruit & Build Trust\nRegister Here! \n📅 A 2-Part Series: June 3 & 4\, 2025\n⏰ 1:00-2:00 PM\n📍 Online via Zoom\nThere is no cost to participate! \nYou’ll discover:\nHow to optimize your profile\nHow to reach more people in the newsfeed\nHow to prospect and connect with your network\nHow to improve your company page\nHow to get a lot accomplished in very little time \nWe’ll also have time to look at your company page or your profile if you’d like some expert feedback and recommendations! \nAbout The Instructor: \nRich Brooks is the founder and president of flyte new media\, a digital agency in Portland\, Maine\, that’s been in business for over 28 years. He is a nationally recognized speaker on entrepreneurship\, digital marketing\, and social media. \nHe appears regularly as the “tech guru” on the evening news show\, 207\, which airs on the NBC affiliates in Maine. He has also appeared in Inc. Magazine\, The Huffington Post\, Fast Company\, CNN\, the Social Media Examiner\, and many other news sources for stories on digital marketing. \nTake advantage of this exciting opportunity! Register Here! \nSponsored by Northern Maine Development Commission
URL:https://mainestreetbusiness.org/event/lunch-and-learn-linkedin/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Small Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Training for Community Members
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250604T130000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Lunch & Learn with Rich Brooks: LinkedIn for the Savvy Executive
DESCRIPTION:Are you on LinkedIn but feel like you’re not using it as effectively as you could? \nJoin us for a Virtual Lunch & Learn with Rich Brooks:\nLinkedIn for the Savvy Executive to Recruit & Build Trust\nRegister Here! \n📅 A 2-Part Series: June 3 & 4\, 2025\n⏰ 1:00-2:00 PM\n📍 Online via Zoom\nThere is no cost to participate! \nYou’ll discover:\nHow to optimize your profile\nHow to reach more people in the newsfeed\nHow to prospect and connect with your network\nHow to improve your company page\nHow to get a lot accomplished in very little time \nWe’ll also have time to look at your company page or your profile if you’d like some expert feedback and recommendations! \nAbout The Instructor: \nRich Brooks is the founder and president of flyte new media\, a digital agency in Portland\, Maine\, that’s been in business for over 28 years. He is a nationally recognized speaker on entrepreneurship\, digital marketing\, and social media. \nHe appears regularly as the “tech guru” on the evening news show\, 207\, which airs on the NBC affiliates in Maine. He has also appeared in Inc. Magazine\, The Huffington Post\, Fast Company\, CNN\, the Social Media Examiner\, and many other news sources for stories on digital marketing. \nTake advantage of this exciting opportunity! Register Here! \nSponsored by Northern Maine Development Commission
URL:https://mainestreetbusiness.org/event/virtual-lunch-learn-with-rich-brooks-linkedin-for-the-savvy-executive/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Small Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Training for Community Members
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250626T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250626T110000
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SUMMARY:Intro to Maine APEX
DESCRIPTION:Hybrid Event: In-person at MaineStreet Business Building and via Zoom. \nCould government contracting be right for your business? Please join Maine APEX Accelerator\, Jessica Crowley\, to learn how she can help you find and win government contracts. Please contact Jessica Crowley with questions at (207) 255-0983 or jcrowley@sunrisecounty.org \nRegister here!
URL:https://mainestreetbusiness.org/event/intro-to-maine-apex/
LOCATION:MaineStreet Business Building and via Zoom\, 19 Main Street\, Machias\, 04654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Business & Entrepreneurship Resources
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SUMMARY:Downeast Fishing Family Forum
DESCRIPTION:1st Annual Downeast Fishing Family Forum\nThursday\, October 16\, 2025\, 10 am – 2 pm\nWoodlawn Event Center\, Ellsworth \nClick here to Register! \nOver the last decade\, Maine’s fishing families have faced hard times\, and we’ve had to lean on the incredible strength of our communities. As fishing family members ourselves\, we have faced the fear of losing an industry our communities have depended on for generations. We have faced the grief of coming together again and again to search for loved ones lost at sea. We also know that resilience runs deep in our families and communities\, and that we will continue to show up for each other and keep going – together. \nThat’s why we are hosting the First Annual Fishing Family Forum — a gathering for fishing families along Maine’s Downeast coast to connect\, share\, and talk about what matters most\, including: Safety on the water\, harvester health & well-being\, mental health supports\, community response in emergencies\, financial literacy & family stability. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Today!\n$10 Suggested Donation (use code FREE for free admission) \nAdmission includes refreshments\, light brunch\, and catered lunch. Free childcare available. \nPlease note: Woodlawn is a smoke-free venue.
URL:https://mainestreetbusiness.org/event/downeast-fishing-family-forum/
LOCATION:Woodlawn Event Center\, 19 Black House Dr\, Ellsworth\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Working Waterfront
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SUMMARY:Every Workplace Counts: Supporting Recovery Friendly Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Whether you run a business of one\, a growing team\, or something in between\, your workplace matters—and you belong here. This 90-minute virtual session (and 30 minute Q&A) is designed for entrepreneurs\, self-employed professionals\, and small business owners who want practical tools\, real conversation\, and people-first approaches that fit the realities of small operations. \nTogether\, we’ll explore what it means to create a healthy\, supportive\, and recovery-friendly workplace at any size—how to take care of yourself\, your people\, and your business at the same time. \nBy the end of the session\, you’ll have the option to take the next step and become officially designated as a Recovery Friendly Workplace (RFW).
URL:https://mainestreetbusiness.org/event/every-workplace-counts-supporting-recovery-friendly-entrepreneurs-and-small-businesses/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Small Business & Entrepreneurship Resources
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SUMMARY:Brand Power: Define\, Build\, Thrive
DESCRIPTION:Discover how to craft a compelling brand identity that resonates with your audience. Learn to maintain your brand’s voice and create lasting impressions. \nPlease reach out to Amanda Smith\, course facilitator\, with questions. \nRegister here for this workshop!
URL:https://mainestreetbusiness.org/event/brand-power-define-build-thrive/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Courses,Pathways 2.0: Beyond the Business Plan,Small Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Training for Community Members
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260212T154500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260212T170000
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SUMMARY:Design Like a Pro: Graphic Basics for Business
DESCRIPTION:Create eye-catching visuals with ease. This workshop covers tools and tips to help your business stand out with professional-looking graphics. \nPlease reach out to Amanda Smith\, course facilitator\, with questions. \nRegister here for this workshop!
URL:https://mainestreetbusiness.org/event/design-like-a-pro-graphic-basics-for-business/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Courses,Pathways 2.0: Beyond the Business Plan,Small Business & Entrepreneurship Resources
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SUMMARY:Cyber Smart: Protect Your Business Online
DESCRIPTION:Understand the risks and learn best practices to safeguard your business from cyber threats. Stay proactive to keep your data and operations secure. \nPlease reach out to Amanda Smith\, course facilitator\, with questions. \nRegister here for this workshop!
URL:https://mainestreetbusiness.org/event/cyber-smart-protect-your-business-online/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Courses,Pathways 2.0: Beyond the Business Plan,Small Business & Entrepreneurship Resources
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260402T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260402T153000
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SUMMARY:Financial Fitness: Monitor Your Business Health
DESCRIPTION:You don’t need to be a finance expert to succeed. Learn how to track key metrics\, manage cash flow\, and maintain financial stability as your business grows. \nPlease reach out to Amanda Smith\, course facilitator\, with questions. \nRegister here for this workshop!
URL:https://mainestreetbusiness.org/event/financial-fitness-monitor-your-business-health/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Courses,Pathways 2.0: Beyond the Business Plan,Small Business & Entrepreneurship Resources
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260423T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260423T153000
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SUMMARY:Next Steps: Your Business Growth Blueprint
DESCRIPTION:Where do you go from here? Reflect on your journey\, identify growth opportunities\, and create an action plan to take your business to the next level. \n\nPlease reach out to Amanda Smith\, course facilitator\, with questions. \nRegister here for this workshop!
URL:https://mainestreetbusiness.org/event/next-steps-your-business-growth-blueprint/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Courses,Pathways 2.0: Beyond the Business Plan,Small Business & Entrepreneurship Resources
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