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SUMMARY:2026 Maine Export Day | U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
DESCRIPTION:This FREE all-day event will provide small businesses with the tools\, insights\, and connections needed to succeed globally. \n\n\n\n\nKnowledge is Confidence!! Come build your knowledge so you can confidently expand your business tapping into the other 95% of consumers. \nExpanding into international markets can feel complex—but you don’t have to figure it out alone. \nThis full-day\, in-person event is designed to go beyond theory and give you practical\, actionable guidance you can use immediately. \n\nLearn more at sba.gov/event/82646
URL:https://www.maine.edu/mainecenter/event/2026-maine-export-day-u-s-small-business-administration-sba/
LOCATION:The Maine Center (Fore Street Entrance)\, 300 Fore Street\, Portland\, ME\, United States
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SUMMARY:Startup Maine Week 2026
DESCRIPTION:Startup Maine will host its annual Startup Maine Week conference on May 18-21\, 2026 in locations throughout Portland. The event attracts hundreds of attendees for four days of practical talks\, hands-on workshops\, and unbeatable networking. Participants include innovators\, entrepreneurs\, and ecosystem builders from across the state. The Maine Center will serve as a premier location for events all week long. \nVisit StartupMaine.org for more information and registration. \nTake a look back at Startup Maine Week 2025
URL:https://www.maine.edu/mainecenter/event/startup-maine-week-2026/
LOCATION:The Maine Center (Fore Street Entrance)\, 300 Fore Street\, Portland\, ME\, United States
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SUMMARY:Startup Maine Week special event: Portfolio Showcase & Reception | Maine Technology Institute
DESCRIPTION:Connect\, celebrate\, and engage with Maine’s innovation community. \nMaine Technology Institute invites you to a special networking event during Startup Maine Week. Come and visit some of MTI’s innovative portfolio companies. Those who are startup curious are also encouraged to attend! \nJoin us on Tuesday\, May 19 from 4:30–6:00 PM at The Maine Center for an evening of connection and conversation with entrepreneurs\, partners\, and innovators from across Maine. \nThis informal gathering is an opportunity to: \n\nMeet members of MTI’s portfolio and partner network\nBuild new relationships within Maine’s innovation ecosystem\nCelebrate the people and ideas driving growth across the state\n\nThe networking event is free to attend\, and you do not need to be registered for Startup Maine Week to join us. Light food and beverages will be provided\, please RSVP here. Registration to Startup Maine Week is a separate\, ticketed registration process.
URL:https://www.maine.edu/mainecenter/event/startup-maine-week-special-event-maine-technology-institute-portfolio-showcase-reception/
LOCATION:The Maine Center (Fore Street Entrance)\, 300 Fore Street\, Portland\, ME\, United States
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SUMMARY:Startup Maine Week special event: Maine Startup Challenge Showcase | Maine Venture Fund
DESCRIPTION:The Maine Startup Challenge (“MSC”) is a statewide competition where students and aspiring entrepreneurs turn an idea (app\, business or side hustle) into a one-page business plan and compete for cash prizes. \n\n\n\nMSC has four entry tiers.  Each tier awards a 1st Place and a Runner-up prize to the best ideas in each category.\n\nPrizes by Tier:\n\n\n\nK-8:  $1\,000 (Runner-up:  $500)\nHigh School:  $1\,500 (Runner-up:  $500)\nCollege:  $2\,500 (Runner-up:  $1\,000)\nOpen:  $8\,000 (Runner-up:  $2\,000)\n\n\n\nBusiness plans are evaluated by a panel of Maine entrepreneurs and investors. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us to recognize the finalists at the MSC Showcase on May 20th at 4:30 PM. Learn more at maineventurefund.com/maine-startup-challenge
URL:https://www.maine.edu/mainecenter/event/maine-startup-challenge-showcase/
LOCATION:The Maine Center (Fore Street Entrance)\, 300 Fore Street\, Portland\, ME\, United States
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