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SUMMARY:Selling to the Government\, Anchor Institutions\, and Global Markets
DESCRIPTION:Session Overview: You Aren’t Too Small to Compete! Expanding your customer base beyond traditional markets can unlock new revenue opportunities and long-term stability for your business. This panel discussion will provide small business owners with essential insights into selling to government agencies\, large institutions\, and international markets. \nPanel Moderators: \n\nBrad Currie\, Senior Area Manager\, SBA Maine District Office\nJim Pineau\, Senior Area Manager\, SBA Maine District Office\n\nPanelists: \n\nBrent Hoots\, Founder\, NaviTrade\nMorgan Rocheleau\, Procurement Counselor\, Maine APEX Accelerator\nParker Dinsmore\, International Trade Specialist\, Maine International Trade Center\nRachel Piper\, Chief Procurement Officer & Executive Director of Strategic Procurement\, University of Maine\n\nDiscussion Topics: \n\nHow the SBA supports Maine small businesses\nUnderstanding the procurement process for government contracts and anchor institutions\nThe role of APEX Accelerators in connecting small businesses with government buyers\nStrategies for breaking into global markets and navigating international trade\nExport Finance and Credit Insurance\nThe benefits and challenges of selling to large institutional buyers\n\nThe session will begin with a welcome from SBA representatives\, followed by introductions from each panelist. They will provide an overview of their roles\, how businesses can engage with their organizations\, and the advantages of pursuing government\, institutional\, and international sales opportunities. \nThe discussion will then open up for audience participation\, allowing attendees to ask questions and gain tailored advice for their businesses. \nWho Should Attend? \nThis session is ideal for small business owners\, entrepreneurs\, and business development professionals interested in expanding their market reach through government contracts\, anchor institutions\, or international trade. \nJoin us for this engaging discussion and gain the knowledge\, resources\, and connections needed to take your business to the next level.
URL:https://www.startupmaine.org/program/selling-to-the-government-and-global-markets/
LOCATION:The Roux Institute at Northeastern University\, 100 Fore Street\, Portland\, Maine\, 04101\, United States
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SUMMARY:SBA Export Day (programming not officially part of Startup Maine Week)
DESCRIPTION:If you’re interested in attending\, RSVP here: https://SBAExportDay2025.eventbrite.com \nLocation: Maine Center for Professional and Graduate Studies\, 300 Fore St. Portland ME \nWhere in the world do I even start??!! \nAre you ready to take your business global? With 95% of consumers living outside the United States\, expanding into international markets is a HUGE opportunity. Join us for a dynamic\, all-day event designed to demystify the exporting process and empower you with the knowledge\, resources\, and connections you need to succeed on the world stage. \nDuring this event\, you’ll discover: \n• Why exporting can be a game-changer for your business \n• Critical resources available to support your international expansion \n• What to expect as you launch into exporting\, including key terms and cost considerations \n• Financing\, credit\, and insurance options tailored for exporters \n• Real-world insights from Maine’s veteran exporters on overcoming challenges and seizing opportunities \nWhy Attend? \nInternational trade can seem daunting\, but with the right guidance\, you can confidently navigate the global marketplace. This event is designed to equip you with the tools and insights necessary to: \n• Leverage global market opportunities \n• Access a network of trusted resource partners \n• Understand the financial\, logistical\, and regulatory aspects of exporting \n• Learn from the real-life successes and challenges of established exporters \nDon’t miss this chance to transform your business and broaden your reach beyond borders!
URL:https://www.startupmaine.org/program/sba-export-day-programming-not-officially-part-of-startup-maine-week/
LOCATION:Maine Center\, 300 Fore Street\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
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