March 2022 Edition
Innovation
Sponsored by People's United Bank
March Speaker Series:
bluShift Aerospace: Revolutionizing Space Travel Sustainably
March 10 | 12:00 p.m. | Click here to Register

Listen in to hear how bluShift is transforming rocket launch capabilities by developing vehicles which utilize cutting-edge materials, bio-derived fuel, and champion environmental sustainability.

About bluShift Aerospace: bluShift is a Brunswick Maine-based American aerospace firm with active operations at the Brunswick Executive Airport.
5 Qs with Sascha Deri
Founder & CEO, bluShift Aerospace
3. BluShift launched the world’s first biofuel powered rocket. How will this impact the future of space travel and what does it mean for Maine?

In the weeks and months after we made history by launching the biofuel powered commercial rocket, we saw the conversation shift within the space launch industry to question why the larger rocket companies weren’t using more Earth-friendly fuels. We believe our small launch had something to do with influencing the pressures on our industry to be more Earth-responsible. 

With the global media coverage of the launch and our continued rocket engine development, we’re putting Maine on the New Space industry map. Nearly every day we get people submitting interests to come work for us from across the country. Just a year ago, most people wouldn’t have even considered Maine as a source of pursuing an inspiring career in New Space. We’re excited to grow our team in the near future.
Upcoming Dirigo Speaker Series
April Speaker Series | April 14
pumpspotting: Providing Professional Support to Working Mothers

By Amy VanHaren, Founder & CEO
May Speaker Series | May 12
RockStep Solutions: Streamlining in vivo Study Management for Biotechs, Pharma, CROs, and Academia

By Chuck Donnelly, CEO & Julie Morrison, President and Co-Founder
Virtual Speaker Series Recordings
By moving to a virtual platform, Dirigo Speaker Series conversations have been made available for viewing anytime. You can watch recordings of past conversations on our YouTube Channel.
How to Avoid a Cash Flow Crisis: Know Your Business
Article by People's United Bank
All businesses, regardless of their size, are susceptible to cash flow problems but none more so than small businesses. Whether it is underestimating a sales cycle, falling behind on collections, an unexpected downturn in the economy, or a disruption like bad weather, small businesses are much more prone to a cash flow crisis. Fast-growing businesses are especially vulnerable to cash crunches when increasing expenses begin to outrun their cash flow or they let their receivables get out of control.

For more insight into understanding the needs of your business, click here.
Business Investment
Top Stories of February 2022
Contact: Don Plourde
207-660-4000
dplourde@cbplourde.com
Central Maine Real Estate Spotlight
Featured Commercial Property:
Building Size: 3,440 sq.ft.
Lease Rate: $15/sq. ft. (annual)
Property Features:
  • Versatile office space
  • Ample off-street parking
  • High traffic location
Context:
  • Proximity to I-95
  • Spacious interior
Construction Management
Sheridan Construction to Renovate Maine Crisp's Winslow Facility
The Sheridan Corporation has partnered with Maine Crisp to renovate its existing building at 20 Lithgow Street in Winslow. The renovations include new warehousing, production, packaging and distribution spaces so that it may deliver its delicious, gluten free, buckwheat crisps nationwide! The Sheridan Corporation is proud to be part of this team effort to achieve Maine Crisp’s immediate expansion goals. Construction efforts recently commenced with an anticipated completion this July 2022. 
Quality of Life
Sponsored by MaineGeneral Health
Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer-related death, but expanded access to low-dose CT (LDCT) screenings means more people can be saved with early detection.
 
Medicare and Medicaid policies have been updated to expand eligibility for LDCT screening. MaineGeneral Medical Center has adopted the new Medicare policy. The test is now a covered benefit for those who meet the criteria.
 
If you are a current or former smoker, talk to your primary care doctor about LDCT. 

Learn more about the benefits of LDCT and eligibility for the screening.
Workforce Investment
Workforce Training & Professional Development: 
Maine Community College System Announces Historic Investment in Workforce Training
Looking to train your workforce? The Harold Alfond Foundation is funding training that will offer Maine businesses the opportunity to train their frontline workers and will cover the cost up to $1200 per employee. You can partner with KVCC for training or another training center of your choice. KVCC provides training in trades, healthcare, hospitality, information technology and more. Trainings include welding, precision machining, carpentry, solar installation, high pressure boiler and heavy equipment operator training, emergency medical services, phlebotomy, 3D printing, Comp TIAA and so much more. Employees can participate in existing training programs or KVCC can create a customized training to meet your business needs. For more information on our training programs visit us at www.kvcc.me.edu/workforce.

If you would like to train your employees or future employees, contact Elizabeth Fortin at 207.453.5858 or by email at workforce@kvcc.me.edu to take advantage of this incredible opportunity for free or low cost training.
Coworking & Collaboration
Where Great Work Meets Innovation
Location can be a game-changer when it comes to running your business. Bricks Coworking and Innovation Space is located in the historic Hathaway Creative Center, directly across from Waterville Brewing Co., and in the heart of Waterville's robust downtown. Featuring spacious interiors and an ergonomic design, its floating desks and conference room are fully equipped to meet your needs.
Floating Desk
($150/Month)

24×7 Access
High-Speed Wireless Internet
Free Coffee and Tea
Printing/Copying
Meeting Room Access
Business Address & Mail Delivery
Dedicated Desk
($250/Month)

24×7 Access
High-Speed Wireless Internet
Free Coffee and Tea
Printing/Copying
Meeting Room Access
Business Address & Mail Delivery
Sit-Stand Desk
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