by Ashley Dhakal | May 28, 2026 | Business Resources, Small Businesses
When a small business in Washington County wants to pursue a federal contract, the first hurdle is usually not the work itself. It’s the paperwork. Government contracting comes with its own language, forms, registrations, certifications, and systems to navigate,...
by Ashley Dhakal | Dec 4, 2025 | Business Resources, Small Businesses, Stories, Summit Series
Featuring Panelists: April Norton, VP of Human Resources at Wyman’s; Kali Boulier, AVP of Talent Management at Machias Savings Bank; and Abby Frutchey, Substance Use Response Coordinator at The Community Caring Collaborative. In Washington County, workplace...
by Ashley Dhakal | Jun 20, 2024 | Business Resources, In the News, Press Releases
New Membership Level Launched! Introducing the Corporate Level Floating Membership 24/7 open co-working access with 3 passes for your organization, to be used at your discretion. Corporate Members receive free/reduced cost access to events and professional development...
by Ashley Dhakal | May 31, 2024 | Business Resources, In the News, Working Waterfront
by Amanda Smith, Coastal Opportunities Advisor at MaineStreet Business Building The majority of working waterfront folks that I know envision working in their careers for the rest of their lives. Due to much of this work being physically demanding and repetitive, it’s...
by Ashley Dhakal | Aug 23, 2023 | Business Resources
Securing funding can be one of the most challenging aspects of launching your small business. It’s vital to approach this task with patience and diligence, as challenges, and setbacks are an inevitable part of any entrepreneur’s journey. Having a clear...
by Ashley Dhakal | Aug 22, 2023 | Business Resources
Understanding the financial intricacies of running a business can be a daunting task. Here’s a breakdown of the most common financial questions posed by budding entrepreneurs and established small businesses in our community: 1. What Exactly Should I...
