SBA Business Smart Series – Ready, Set, Go in Business!
When: Tuesday, February 22nd, 4:30pm-6:00pm
Register: HERE
Do you want to start or grow your small business? This workshop series lays the groundwork for helping new and aspiring entrepreneurs launch a business idea and understand the steps to building a business that is credit ready. The information is laid out simply
in three modules: Ready, Set, GO!
Go Module – Date February 22, 2022 Time: 4:30pm to5:30pm; Location: Microsoft Teams – How and where to find additional small business support and educational resources
Whether you are just beginning your new business, or working to grow it, this workshop series will have many tips and ideas that you will find useful. Sign up for all three or just the one you need.
Presented by the SBA Maine District Office
Boots to Business Virtual Training
When: February 23rd and 24th, 8:30am-4:00pm
Register: HERE and
select Online Portsmouth, NS, ME
Boots to Business is a two-step training program developed to introduce Veterans and transitioning service members to business ownership. This 2-day workshop helps ensure that every participant has access to a standardized entrepreneurship training track and
the small business resources in their local communities. Any veteran, spouse and/or dependent children over 18 are welcome to participate!
After completing the 2-day Boots to Business session, participants will have the tools and knowledge they need to identify a business opportunity, draft a business plan, connect with local small business resources, and launch their small business. If you have
any questions, please contact William Card at 207-622-8555 or email William.card@sba.gov
How They Did It: A Celebration of Black Owned Small Businesses in Maine
When: Friday, February 25th, 1:00pm-2:30pm
Register: HERE
In celebration of Black History Month the SBA Maine District office and the City of Portland’s Office of Economic Opportunity will host a roundtable discussion focused on the resources available to Black owned small businesses here in Maine. Panelists will
include successful small business owners from the Black community, who will discuss their entrepreneurial journey to lend insight and to inspire others interested in self-employment.
Speakers:
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Krystal Williams, Founder of Providentia Group and Chairwoman of KinoTek
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Dr. Maxwell Chikuta, Owner of Veritas Care of Maine and L’Africana Market
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TJ Holloway, Owner of The Holloway Group and Director of Corporate Partnerships & Internships/Faculty at Husson University – College of Business
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Adilah Muhammad, Owner of ASM Properties LLC and Founder of The Third Place
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Angelina Klouthis, Interim Director Office of Economic Opportunity, City of Portland
Preventing Slips on Snow and Ice
To prevent slips, trips, and falls, employers should clear walking surfaces of snow and ice, and spread deicer, as quickly as possible after a winter storm. In addition, the following precautions will help reduce the likelihood of injuries:
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Wear proper footwear when walking on snow or ice is unavoidable, because it is especially treacherous. A pair of insulated and water resistant boots with good rubber treads is a must for walking during or after a winter storm. Keeping a pair of rubber over-shoes
with good treads which fit over your street shoes is a good idea during the winter months.
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Take short steps and walk at a slower pace so you can react quickly to a change in traction, when walking on an icy or snow-covered walkway.
Additional information on working in winter weather can be found t the following website:
https://www.osha.gov/winter-weather
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