Posts Categorized: News & Events

NEW: Marketing & Bookkeeping Specialists Now Available

Maine SBDC clients can access free, in-depth expertise in digital marketing and accounting and bookkeeping.   Digital Marketing Specialists provide guidance in areas such as: Websites & Ecommerce Social media and email marketing Advertising and measuring success Digital marketing strategy specific to your business Our Accounting & Bookkeeping Specialist provides guidance in areas such as:

Small Business Support in the American Rescue Plan

On March 12th, the third stimulus bill called the American Rescue Plan passed into law. The bill consists of $1.9 trillion to help people and businesses struggling with the pandemic. Here’s what you can expect from the bill for your small business. Please note: Updates to these programs are likely as details are finalized. As… Read more »

Employee COVID Vaccine Policy?

SPECIAL CONTRIBUTOR: Maine Law and MeRTEC 2-26-2021 Coronavirus cases continue to be reported throughout the state. As of mid-February the total number of cases in Maine has exceeded 43,000, with more than 1,500 hospitalizations and 650 deaths. The data shows that the COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective, and many Maine employers and employees alike may be wondering whether an… Read more »

Show Your Love For Small Businesses This Valentine’s Day

By: Keenan Hendricks, Maine SBDC Intern Valentine’s Day is an opportunity to express love and support to those in your life. It’s also yet another opportunity to support your local small businesses. Purchasing from local businesses not only provides a unique and special gift but also helps support those in your community who need you… Read more »

Should I Raise My Prices?

By: Business Advisor Lori Allen Even in the best of times, pricing decisions can be agonizing. It is one of the most critical decisions you need to make in your business model because your profit margins hinge on being able to price effectively.  Price too low and you will lose money; price too high and… Read more »

5 Steps To Keep Moving Forward

By: Anne Lancaster, Business Advisor Feeling overwhelmed? Exhausted?  2020 has been a year of accentuated anxiety, seemingly endless stress, and unparalleled uncertainty. Keeping a positive outlook can be challenging with daily updates of COVID-19; local, state, and federal mandates; personal and professional changes. We live with this dynamic tension ALL the time.  It’s natural, it’s… Read more »

Local Relief for Maine Small Businesses

Prior to the pandemic, there were very few grant options available for small businesses. When the Covid pandemic was declared a national disaster, multiple rounds of federal and state grant funds were available to cover certain losses for existing businesses. Grant programs available for Covid-relief purposes are generally only available to those who can demonstrate pandemic-related loss… Read more »

What the New Stimulus Bill means for Small Businesses

1/7/2021 Help is on its way! We’ve highlighted what the new coronavirus relief bill might mean for your small business. Please note: Updates to these programs are likely as details are finalized. Once passed, agencies may require some time to launch and implement these programs. As always, Maine SBDC will keep you posted as details… Read more »