{"id":2965,"date":"2022-05-19T08:33:45","date_gmt":"2022-05-19T08:33:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mysetaside.com\/news-and-events\/?p=2965"},"modified":"2022-05-19T08:34:20","modified_gmt":"2022-05-19T08:34:20","slug":"grow-your-business-celebrate-small-business-success-and-meet-your-local-sba-staff","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mysetaside.com\/news-and-events\/grow-your-business-celebrate-small-business-success-and-meet-your-local-sba-staff\/","title":{"rendered":"Grow your business, celebrate small business success, and meet your local SBA staff"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\"T.H.R.I.V.E.
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\nThere’s Still Time to Register for T.H.R.I.V.E. in Maine<\/h1>\n

\nJoin an informational webinar provided by the Massachusetts District Office on May 19th from 12:00pm-1:00pm
\nRegister \nHERE<\/a><\/p>\n

\nT.H.R.I.V.E. Emerging Leaders Reimagined program<\/strong> assists small business owners in growing their business, creating jobs, and strengthening their communities. This innovative program is an intense 6-month course that includes in-person, self-paced,\n instruction, mentoring, and class room time. Providing small businesses the opportunity to work with experienced professionals at no financial cost.<\/p>\n

\nTarget your business for expansion<\/strong><\/p>\n

\nT.H.R.I.V.E. Emerging Leaders Reimagined training is specifically designed to accelerate growth and support the expansion of your business. The program provides participants with the opportunity to work with a network of experienced subject matter experts in\n core business topics and other micro-sessions customized for the small business\u2019s unique needs. The reimagined format removes the one size fits all model in exchange for engagement, problem-solving, and peer-to-peer interaction within the cohorts. Additionally,\n the new format promotes an eco-system of business connections among business peers, government leaders, and the financial community. <\/p>\n

\nQualifications:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\nThe Emerging Leaders Initiative is open to small business owners and executives that:<\/p>\n

\n\u2022 Have been in business for at least 3 years.<\/p>\n

\n\u2022 Have annual revenues of at least $250,000.<\/p>\n

\nAPPLY TODAY: WWW.SBATHRIVE.COM<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

\nFor information about the Maine Cohort, contact Brad Currie at bradley.currie@sba.gov<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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\nMaine Small Business Awards Ceremony<\/h1>\n

\nWhen:<\/strong> Wednesday, May 25th, 4:00pm-6:00pm
\nRegister:<\/strong> \nHERE<\/a><\/p>\n

\nThe U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) helps power the American dream of business ownership. The annual SBA awards are an opportunity to recognize the amazing work being done by Maine\u2019s small businesses.<\/p>\n

\nJoin us to celebrate this year’s inspiring winners. You’ll hear from the small businesses about what motivates them, and who has helped them grow. You’ll have the opportunity to connect with entrepreneurs, SBA Resource Partners, lenders, and other members of\n our small business community.<\/p>\n

\nThere will be heavy appetizers and a cash bar.<\/p>\n

\nThis event is made possible through the generous support of Gorham Savings Bank, Granite State Development Corporation, and the CEI Women’s Business Center.<\/p>\n

\nWe will recognize the following businesses at this year’s awards ceremony.<\/p>\n