9 Resources All Maine Entrepreneurs Should Know About (and Probably Don’t)
Originally written by Patric Moore, former Director of Entrepreneurship at Main Street Skowhegan. Maine is a state full of ingenuity and big ideas. Yet many founders—whether they’re building a new food brand, opening a small retail shop, or launching a tech startup—aren’t aware of the breadth of high-quality support available …
Why Supporting Local Makers and Manufacturers Strengthens the Whole Community
Originally written by Patric Moore, former Director of Entrepreneurship at Main Street Skowhegan. Here in Skowhegan, Maine, we know that when one neighbor succeeds, we all benefit. That’s especially true when it comes to our local makers and manufacturers. From the artisan creating hand-crafted goods to the small business producing …
Building Stronger Rural Communities with a Skills-First Workforce
Originally written by Adrian Horn, former Workforce Development Coordinator at Main Street Skowhegan. In many places, workforce development follows a familiar path: look at the biggest industries in town, figure out what jobs they need filled, and then train people to fit those jobs. It’s a straightforward idea—but in rural …
