Federal and State Resources to Start or Grow Your Own Business

If you are interested in starting your own business, or growing one that you already have, then please join us at this informative and free workshop. Presenters include:

Bill Card from the U.S. Small Business Administration, who will be speaking about sources of capital to start or grow your business.

Lou Simms from Maine Technology Institute, who will be speaking about MTI’s funding opportunities for innovative businesses.

Jane Mickeriz from the Maine Small Business Development Center at Androscoggin Valley Council of Governments (AVCOG), who will be speaking about free and confidential technical assistance available to help small businesses.

Kevin Smart from Community Concepts, who will be speaking about Microloans (up to $50,000) and free technical assistance provided by Community Concepts.

Diane Jackson, Governor’s Account Executive from the Maine Department of Economic and Community Development, who will be speaking about working with State Agencies and navigating permitting and licensing processes for small business.

Charlie Woodworth, Executive Director of Greater Franklin Development Council (GFDC) who will be speaking about how GFDC’s programs can help local businesses, as well as an update on the county-wide broadband plan.

Please note: Most presenters will be available to meet individually with registered guests after the presentations have concluded.

There is no charge to attend this event, but registration is required. For more information, please contact William Card at [email protected] or by calling 207-622-8555. Register here!