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Strategies for Rural Small Business Growth & Expansion
A webinar focused on exploring the crucial role that rural small and medium-sized enterprises play in local economies and communities. They provide employment opportunities, generate local wealth, and contribute to economic and leadership growth. For more information, please click here.
The upcoming HR Summit will be presented by the Central Maine Human Resources Association in collaboration with Central Maine Community College. Industry experts will engage participants in discussions and provide insights into HR practices. With a focus on HR challenges and the potential of AI across industries, the HR Summit 2024 will be an informative event for professionals in every stage of their careers. For more information, please click here.
- Location: Central Maine Community College, Lewiston
- Day/Time: September 26th, at 12 pm
Join us in celebrating over a decade of serving Veterans across Maine with the 2024 Maine’s Hire-A-Vet Campaign! Our dedicated Planning Committee is already working hard to ensure another successful campaign. Whether you're an employer or a job seeker, we invite you to participate in our upcoming events. All job seekers are welcome!
- September 26, 2024, | 11:00 am to 3:00 pm | University of Maine-Presque Isle: Inside Hiring Event – REGISTRATION OPENS August 16, 2024
- October 17, 2024, | 11:00 am to 3:00 pm | Poland Spring Conference Center: Inside and Outside Hiring Event – REGISTRATION OPENS September 19, 2024
- November 22, 2024, | 11:00 am to 3:00 pm | York County Community College: Inside Hiring Event – REGISTRATION OPENS October 18, 2024
Child Care Toolkit for Employers
The Office of Child and Family Services at the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Coastal Enterprises, Inc (CEI), and The Best Place for Working Parents® have joined forces to create a resource guide. This guide offers practical examples and options to employers who are prepared to address the childcare needs of their employees. It presents a variety of solutions tailored to meet employers at their current stage, empowering them to take the next step that aligns best with their organization.
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Panel Discussion: Selling to the Government and Global Markets (Workshop)
Are you interested in expanding your business and exploring new markets? Discover the potential of securing government contracts and strategies for identifying and cultivating export markets. The Springvale CareerCenter and York County Community College will be hosting a workshop panel led by Brad Currie from the SBA. Get involved in this interactive conversation with Brad, Maine APEX Accelerator, and other industry experts. For further details, get in touch with Marcella Spruce at 207-490-4622 or Marcella.J.Spruce@maine.gov. For more information, please click here.
Join the BioME Annual Conference 2024 on October 2nd at the Innovation Hall, University of New England, Portland, ME. Explore the life sciences industry in Maine, connect with the biotech and medical device community, and receive a copy of the upcoming BioME Industry Report. For registration, please click here.
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Sunrise County Economic Summit 2024: Join the summit and delve into the housing, digital equity, and tourism economy dynamics in rural Maine. This year's summit will include a keynote address by John Egan, Senior Program Officer for Strategic Initiatives at Genesis. Following the summit, you can participate in a brief tour of the new fishway constructed around the dam in Danforth with Town Manager Ardis Brown.
Location: Danforth Town Hall 52 Depot Street, Danforth, ME 04424
Time: Oct 16, 2024, 10:00 am - 02:30 pm
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Start Your Own Business at 50+
Are you interested in joining a class for people over 50 who are seeking to enhance their financial situation? The choice to launch your own business can be both thrilling and overwhelming. Work for Yourself@50+ provides the necessary information for your success. This 90-minute workshop, led by our experienced team, will equip you with the knowledge, assistance, and tools required to make well-informed decisions about self-employment and take the initial steps toward a successful venture. For more information, please click here.
Join the Maine Apprenticeship Program team for a 30-minute information session to gain insights into initiating a registered apprenticeship program, its advantages, and the subsequent steps to take.
MAP Info Session:
Work Opportunity Tax Credit Program
The federal Work Opportunity Tax Credit program provides tax credits to businesses who hire Mainers facing serious barriers to employment, such as the long-term unemployed and justice-involved Mainers. The program incentivizes hiring of populations who often watch from the sidelines while their neighbors thrive in the workforce. For more information, please click here.
CareerCenter Employer Guide
Discover the resources and services offered to support the growth, management, and development of your workforce in Maine.
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Services are available virtually via the CareerCenter hotline:
207-623-7981 | TTY users call Maine Relay 711
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If you’d prefer to access services and information in-person, we welcome you to visit a CareerCenter location near you.
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Each of the centers across the state provides public computers with internet access, Microsoft Office, resume/cover letter writing software, and O*Net software for personal skills assessment.
Employers can list their open positions on Maine JobLink and use our online system which matches jobs with candidates. All CareerCenter services are provided at no charge to employers and job seekers. Veterans and eligible spouses receive priority of service in all Department of Labor programs.
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