Classes and Workshops
Tuesday Toast Talks
The Lovely Idea Company 130 Main St, Farmington, ME, United StatesJoin WBC Business Advisor, Jodi Cordes, for a networking breakfast with female business owners from Greater Franklin County! New, existing, or potential business owners come together to connect, share expertise, and learn from each other about running a business. Location: The Lovely Idea Company at 130 Main St Farmington, ME 04938. Light refreshments will be provided. Join us for a great conversation!
Narrow Gauge Quilters
Narrow Gauge Quilters' have started the new "quilt year". Meetings are 2x a month at Phillips Library ~ Next meeting is Oct 21st this week. New and experienced quilters all welcomed!
Boundaries for a Thriving Business
Online via Zoom 30 Federal St, Brunswick, ME, United StatesMany female business owners find that they are repeatedly asked to do unpaid work, work that is not within their skill set, or work that leaves them tired and at risk of burnout. However, running a business is not inherently draining -- especially when you have the tools to set healthy boundaries. In this 6-week cohort lead by Hannah Curtis, we will combine structured discussions and skill-building instruction to help you learn to say no, set limits, prioritize your work, and build and grow a business that really works for you. Join a group of supportive women business owners from all
May Biz Fit: Creativity, Courage, and Confidence
Online via Zoom 30 Federal St, Brunswick, ME, United StatesWhat qualities do you require to survive and thrive as a business founder and owner? How do you exemplify Creativity, Courage and Confidence in your life? How do you harness those qualities to run your business? How do you tap into those strengths when you need them most? Let’s use this confidential and supportive space to share ideas, get ideas. · Extra optional bonus – Take the Confidence Code free quiz that helps you to determine your level of confidence!
Website Design 101: Maintaining Your Website
Online via Zoom 30 Federal St, Brunswick, ME, United StatesThis course is a beginner-level class designed for those who are thinking about or already have their own website and want to keep it running smoothly. Join WBC Web Design and Marketing Consultant, Mercedes Arnold, to learn how to troubleshoot common issues such as broken links or slow loading times. You will also learn best practices for creating and publishing new content, including how to optimize your content for search engines and engage your audience through social media. Register Today!
Narrow Gauge Quilters
Narrow Gauge Quilters' have started the new "quilt year". Meetings are 2x a month at Phillips Library ~ Next meeting is Oct 21st this week. New and experienced quilters all welcomed!
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Certification 101
Online via Zoom 30 Federal St, Brunswick, ME, United StatesEach year, the Federal Government awards about 10% of all federal contract dollars to Small Disadvantaged Businesses. In this 1-hour workshop, Bryan Wallace, Senior Procurement Counselor at Maine Procurement Technical Assistance Center will present will present on the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Certification. What are the benefits of being a certified DBE? Who is eligible? How do I apply for the certification? There will be time for Q+A, come with questions!
Help Your Business Grow With Investments from People You Know
Online via Zoom 30 Federal St, Brunswick, ME, United StatesAre you considering creative alternatives to traditional funding methods to help your business grow? Has anyone in your network of friends or family ever offered to support your business financially? Are you wondering how to approach a former boss, coworker, or other professional connection about investing in your business? If you've answered yes (or even maybe) to any of the questions above, this workshop is for you! In this session, we'll walk through a few generalized scenarios of alternative investment options for small businesses. We'll cover how you can prepare for a conversation with a potential investor and when you
Narrow Gauge Quilters
Narrow Gauge Quilters' have started the new "quilt year". Meetings are 2x a month at Phillips Library ~ Next meeting is Oct 21st this week. New and experienced quilters all welcomed!
Women Owned Small Business Certification 101
Online via Zoom 30 Federal St, Brunswick, ME, United StatesIn this 1-hour workshop, Bryan Wallace, Senior Procurement Counselor at Maine Procurement Technical Assistance Center will present on the Women Owned Small Business Certification. What are the benefits of being a certified WOSB? Who is eligible? How do I apply for the certification? There will be time for Q+A, come with questions!
Women Owned Small Business Certification 101
Online via Zoom 30 Federal St, Brunswick, ME, United StatesIn this 1-hour workshop, Bryan Wallace, Senior Procurement Counselor at Maine Procurement Technical Assistance Center will present on the Women Owned Small Business Certification. What are the benefits of being a certified WOSB? Who is eligible? How do I apply for the certification? There will be time for Q+A, come with questions!
How to Use Social Media, When you Don’t Like Social Media
Online via Zoom 30 Federal St, Brunswick, ME, United StatesIf you’re like many small business owners, you didn’t go into business to spend all your time and energy taking selfies. But marketing without using any kind of social media platform is next to impossible for most small businesses. So how do you use social media to build your brand without losing your patience? In this Q&A hour, WBC Social Media Consultant Katie Kelley will share some basic strategies for using social media for your business that can be implemented quickly and easily and will answer questions you may have about choosing the right platforms for your business. Bring your