August 2024 Edition

Innovation
Sponsored by Central Maine Motors Auto Group

August ’24 Speaker Series: Leveraging Historic Tax Credits for Future Growth

August 15 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. |

Bricks Coworking, Hathaway Creative Center, Waterville


Join us to hear from Jonathan Godbout as he discusses his experience renovating a 10,000-square-foot historic building in Cincinnati, Ohio, with the aid of historic tax credits. This session will delve into the renovation process, explore funding strategies, and outline essential considerations for small developers interested in historic tax credit projects.


Dirigo Labs Speaker Series is sponsored by the Harold Alfond Institute for Business Innovation at Thomas College, Valley Beverage, and Bricks Coworking and Innovation Space.

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Virtual Speaker Series Recordings
Dirigo Speaker Series conversations have been made available for viewing anytime. You can watch recordings of past conversations on our YouTube Channel.

Dirigo Labs SBIR/STTR Awareness Survey Now Open!

Dirigo Labs has launched a survey to evaluate the knowledge of SBIR programs around the state of Maine. The survey takes approximately 5 minutes to complete, and we encourage you to share this survey with your network of founders!

Complete the Survey Here!

Dirigo Labs is Actively Supporting Cleantech Entrepreneurs


Supported through the Governor's Energy Office (GEO), Dirigo Labs will prioritize technical assistance to companies that are engaging in sub sectors such as renewable energy, cleantech aerospace, environmental monitoring technologies, and innovation-enabling clean energy infrastructure.

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New Business Grants
Business Investment

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Contact: Don Plourde
207-861-2462
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Central Maine Real Estate Spotlight

Featured Commercial Property:

581 Benton Avenue, Winslow, ME 04901

Building Size: 5,404 sq. ft.

Sale Price: $595,000

Context: 

  • Expansive parking lot
  • Versatile use cases
  • Spacious layout
Quality of Life
Sponsored by MaineGeneral Health

Free Cataract Education Event

Cataracts is a common condition as we age. Join MaineGeneral Eye Center surgeons Dr. Michael Nolan and Dr. Patrick Rapuano to learn about cataracts and cataract treatment. This free event is Thursday, Sept. 26 from 2 – 3 p.m. at the Alfond Center for Health in Augusta. Sign up by clicking here or by calling 207-624-3881. 

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Workforce Investment
Workforce Training & Professional Development: 
KVCC Highlights Entrepreneurship Through Maine Jobs and Recovery Plan Funding
Kennebec Valley Community College is currently offering a new Business Entrepreneurship training class funded through the Maine Jobs and Recovery Plan grant funds. There was an overwhelming response to the training, with over 100 applicants. Twenty-two individuals were selected based on the grant eligibility requirements and business plan ideas. Students are learning what it takes to operate a small business in Maine including developing a business plan, marketing, finances, and finishing with a pitch competition. A new cohort will start in June 2024. Trainings like this and more, funded through Maine Jobs and Recovery Plan (MJRP), Harold Alfond Foundation, and Maine Quality Centers make training for individuals and businesses accessible and affordable. For more information on this or other training programs in trades, healthcare, or commercial driving, visit our website at www.kvcc.me.edu/workforce.

To learn more about custom training options, please contact Elizabeth Fortin at 207.453.5858 or by email at workforce@kvcc.me.edu to take advantage of this incredible opportunity for free or low-cost training. 
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