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SUMMARY:MERIT - Informational Session
DESCRIPTION:Please join Beth Bordowitz from the Maine Retirement Investment Trust (MERIT) as we discuss this exciting new program available to assist small business owners and their employees in saving for retirement as well as other retirement options for self-employed individuals and their employees.\nMERIT is a state-sponsored retirement savings program designed to ensure every Maine worker has the opportunity to build a secure financial future.\nLaunched earlier this year\, MERIT is working to ensure that all Mainers have access to retirement at work by providing small businesses with a free program to provide retirement benefits to their employees. More information can be found at: https://meritsaves.org/\nAll Maine Employers with fifteen or more employees must register with MERIT or certify their exemption by April 30\, 2024.\nEmployers with 5-14 employees must complete registration with MERIT by June 30\, 2024.\nDuring the session\, you’ll learn:– About the law that created MERIT– What MERIT means for your business– What MERIT means for your employees– Which businesses are eligible for MERIT– How to register with MERIT\nWe hope you will be able to join us!\nPlease email kbragg@sunrisecounty.org to register!
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/merit-informational-session/
LOCATION:MaineStreet Business Building\, 19 Main St.\, Machias\, ME\, 04619\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Business Resources
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ORGANIZER;CN="MaineStreet Business Building":MAILTO:info@mainestreetbusiness.org
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneurial Pathways 2.0: Week 8
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Partners in Entrepreneurial Pathways 2.0: Beyond the Business Plan!\nWEEK 8 – PART 1: EFFICIENCY IN BUSINESSEfficiency is achieving optimum performance from your resources. Increasing your business’ efficiency reduces costs\, increases profits\, and helps your business grow. This session will explore best practices in gaining business efficiency and sustainability.\nWEEK 8 – PART 2: TAX TIME: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TO PLAN AHEADTax planning does not have to be stressful. In this session\, we will learn about practices\, steps\, and resources that startups should consider to ensure their records\, and income taxes\, are consistently accurate.\nThis 11-week virtual course\, offered for free\, dives deep into practical business skills and market insights with sessions led by expert guest lecturers.\nOpt for the full experience to earn 3 college credits and Entrepreneurship Digital Badges or select individual sessions to tailor your learning.\nWhether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or looking to expand your knowledge\, this program offers a rich learning environment to connect with peers and the local community.\nFor more details and to enroll\, visit: https://mainestreetbusiness.org/pathways-beyond-the…/
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/entrepreneurial-pathways-2-0-week-8/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Online Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="MaineStreet Business Building":MAILTO:info@mainestreetbusiness.org
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SUMMARY:Machias Area Mini Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Machias Area Resource Fair during produce day at Down East Recovery Support Center!\nLearn about:– Workforce Support for Job Seekers– Education & Training Opportunities– Computer Literacy Training– Recovery Support– Support for Families– Small Business and Entrepreneurship Resources\nThis no-cost event is coordinated by the MaineStreet Business Building and Down East Recovery Support Center with support from Eastern Maine Development Corporation\, StartUp Downeast\, Family Futures Downeast\, CareerCenter\, Eastern Maine Development Corporation\, and Maine Department of Labor Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation.\nQuestions? Please contact Dodie Emerson at demerson@sunrisecounty.org or 207-271-2132
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/machias-area-mini-resource-fair/
LOCATION:DownEast Recovery Support Center\, 11 Free Street\, Machias\, ME\, 04654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Resource Fair
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T130000
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SUMMARY:Walk-In Business Counseling
DESCRIPTION:Drop by every other Tuesday from 11:00am – 1:00pm to talk to our small business team and check out our amazing space and resources!
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/walk-in-business-counseling/
LOCATION:MaineStreet Business Building\, 19 Main St.\, Machias\, ME\, 04619\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-In Hours
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ORGANIZER;CN="MaineStreet Business Building":MAILTO:info@mainestreetbusiness.org
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneurial Pathways 2.0: Week 9
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Partners in Entrepreneurial Pathways 2.0: Beyond the Business Plan!\nWEEK 9 – PART 1: MONITORING YOUR BUSINESS’ FINANCIAL HEALTH – IT’S TIME FOR A CHECK-UP!Business owners need not be full-fledged finance experts to make their businesses successful and fiscally fit. This class will cover key measurements to consider as you examine your business’ financial health at startup\, and beyond.\nWEEK 9 – PART 2: RISK MANAGEMENT – THE IMPACT OF BUSINESS DECISIONSOwning and operating a business involve varying degrees of uncertainty and\, often\, the biggest moves aren’t much more than calculated risks. Learn how to identify healthy\, and unhealthy\, levels of risk and their potential impact on your business’ longevity.\nThis 11-week virtual course\, offered for free\, dives deep into practical business skills and market insights with sessions led by expert guest lecturers.\nOpt for the full experience to earn 3 college credits and Entrepreneurship Digital Badges or select individual sessions to tailor your learning.\nWhether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or looking to expand your knowledge\, this program offers a rich learning environment to connect with peers and the local community.\nFor more details and to enroll\, visit: https://mainestreetbusiness.org/pathways-beyond-the…/ \nSee less
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/entrepreneurial-pathways-2-0-week-9/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Online Webinars
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneurial Pathways 2.0: Week 10
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Partners in Entrepreneurial Pathways 2.0: Beyond the Business Plan!\nWEEK 10 – PART 1: BECOMING AN EMPLOYER – TO HIRE\, OR TO CONTRACT?When starting a new venture\, it is likely that owners will decide help is needed as their businesses grow. Many small businesses start out hiring outside contractors but\, at some point\, may feel the pull to become an employer. This class will look at the advantages and disadvantages of each scenario and important factors to consider when making the next move. Growing your work environment is a big step! During the second half of the workshop\, we will explore workplace know-how that builds inclusiveness\, high morale\, and consistent employee and community experiences at the onset.\nWEEK 10 – PART 2: PLANNING YOUR TRANSITION – WHAT’S YOUR END GAME?Whether born of a hobby\, innovative idea\, or burning desire to build a legacy\, mapping out your life cycle within your business is an important piece of the strategic puzzle. Let’s uncover what going out on top looks like to you and steps you can take to achieve it.\nThis 11-week virtual course\, offered for free\, dives deep into practical business skills and market insights with sessions led by expert guest lecturers.\nOpt for the full experience to earn 3 college credits and Entrepreneurship Digital Badges or select individual sessions to tailor your learning.\nWhether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or looking to expand your knowledge\, this program offers a rich learning environment to connect with peers and the local community.\nFor more details and to enroll\, visit: https://mainestreetbusiness.org/pathways-beyond-the…/
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/entrepreneurial-pathways-2-0-week-10/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Online Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="MaineStreet Business Building":MAILTO:info@mainestreetbusiness.org
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneurial Pathways: Week 11
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Partners in Entrepreneurial Pathways 2.0: Beyond the Business Plan!\n\nWEEK 11 – PART 1: THE IMPACT OF SMALL BUSINESS ON THE LOCAL ECONOMYUnderstanding the mutual nature of the relationship between economy and business is essential to making timely\, and strategic\, decisions. This session will provide insight into Washington County’s Economy and the important role small business owners and entrepreneurs play in its success.\n\nWEEK 11 – PART 2: MEET YOUR RESOURCES! PANELMAINE BUSINESS SUPPORT PARTNERS WILL COME TOGETHER TO DISCUSS ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT RESOURCES AND PROGRAMS THAT ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU\, FOR FREE!Resource Panelists include technical assistance providers\, business advisors\, community lenders\, and mentors!\n\nThis 11-week virtual course\, offered for free\, dives deep into practical business skills and market insights with sessions led by expert guest lecturers.\nOpt for the full experience to earn 3 college credits and Entrepreneurship Digital Badges or select individual sessions to tailor your learning.\nWhether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or looking to expand your knowledge\, this program offers a rich learning environment to connect with peers and the local community.
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/entrepreneurial-pathways-week-11/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Online Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T133000
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UID:13965-1717075800-1717083000@sunrisecounty.org
SUMMARY:Family Futures Downeast: Calais Drop-In Hours
DESCRIPTION:Attention Calais Area residents! \nThe FFD Staff is heading your way today! Join us at the Sunrise County Economic Council in Calais. Whether you’re curious about FFD or ready to dive into the application process\, we’ve got you covered. Swing by\, say hello\, and grab all the info you need. We can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/family-futures-downeast-calais-drop-in-hours/
LOCATION:Calais SCEC Office\, 330 North Street\, Calais\, ME\, 04619\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop-In Hours
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