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  • Wednesday, November 5

    Thinking about selling wholesale? Wondering if your products are a good fit?

    If you're a Maine maker or food-based business looking to grow, wholesale could be a valuable next step. But the key is that it’s not the same as retail. In this webinar, Business Advisor Chris Cole will walk you through what it takes to succeed in the wholesale market and how to decide if it's the right move for your business.

    We’ll cover:

    - The main differences between retail and wholesale
    - How to assess demand and market readiness
    - Pricing strategies that protect your margins
    - Common wholesale terms and what they really mean
    - Pitfalls to avoid when entering the wholesale space
    - What to do next if you’re preparing for a trade show or wholesale pitch

    This session is a great fit for businesses preparing for shows like New England Made Spring 2026 or those just beginning to explore the wholesale path.

    Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. SBA. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact mainesbdc@maine.edu

    Price

    No-cost

    Contact

    Aaron Cohen,
    N/A,
    aaron.cohen1@maine.edu

    Registration details

    Register for this no-cost webinar here: https://tinyurl.com/2zka9ujh

    Hosted by

    Maine SBDC

    Register

  • Wednesday, November 12

    Get Ready for Tax Season: A Small Business Survival Webinar

    Don’t let tax season catch you off guard! Join our live webinar designed specifically for small business owners who want to stay ahead, stay organized, and stay stress-free. You'll learn about essential tax prep strategies like organizing docs, taking deductions, and good record-keeping habits.

    We'll cover essential IRS deadlines, and rule changes that might impact your business. You'll also have time to ask your questions directly to an experienced small business tax preparer. This webinar is designed for freelancers, owners of growing small businesses and anyone overwhelmed with tax preparation! By attending the webinar live, you'll also have access to a downloadable "Tax Prep Checklist for Small Businesses."

    Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. SBA. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact mainesbdc@maine.edu

    Price

    No-cost

    Contact

    Aaron Cohen,
    N/A,
    aaron.cohen1@maine.edu

    Registration details

    Register for this no-cost webinar here: https://tinyurl.com/mrxa468a

    Hosted by

    Maine SBDC

    Register

  • Tuesday, November 18

    Creating financial projections might sound intimidating, but they’re one of the most important tools for starting and running a small business. As the third session in our Startup Series, this webinar will show you how to build realistic, simple projections that can help you make informed decisions and move your business forward.

    Maine SBDC Business Advisor Peter Harriman will walk you through estimating sales, understanding costs, and cash flow planning. You’ll also learn how financial projections connect to your business planning and why they’re often required for funding applications.

    This is Part 3 in the Startup Series. The first two webinars covered startup fundamentals and business planning tools, but you can attend this one even if you missed those.

    Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. SBA. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact mainesbdc@maine.edu

    Price

    No-cost

    Contact

    Aaron Cohen,
    N/A,
    aaron.cohen1@maine.edu

    Registration details

    Register for this no-cost webinar here: https://tinyurl.com/bdzd7b49

    Hosted by

    Maine SBDC

    Register