July 2022 Edition
Innovation
Sponsored by People's United Bank
July Speaker Series:
SledTRX: Digitizing Snowmobile Trails to Increase Connectivity Across Maine
July 14 | 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. | Bricks Coworking Space, Hathaway Creative Center, Waterville

Hear how SledTRX is utilizing digitized mapping to help snowmobile riders throughout Maine discover more than 10,000 miles of trails and points of interest, connecting users to the outdoors with ease. 

About SledTRX: SledTRX is a mobile trip-planning platform for snowmobilers that helps plan trips more efficiently.
5 Qs with Jake Warn
Founder, SledTRX
You recently won Green Light Maine’s Collegiate Challenge, which included a cash prize of $10,000. What are you planning on using the funding for, and how will this assist in the growth of SledTRX?

When SledTRX won the 2022 Greenlight Maine College tournament, we were very excited and we took that money and put it towards an MTI grant. After we applied, we ended up using the rest of the money towards a subcontracting deal to build out an IOS app. That turned out to be a good learning lesson on the importance of having all the tools needed to complete a project like that. SledTRX, unfortunately, did not, the reason being that delays started accruing because of a lack of resources around the software business. However, the publicity from the Greenlight Maine Pitch allowed us to connect to more developers and now we are in the process of bringing someone onto the team for the second time. 
Virtual Speaker Series Recordings
Dirigo Speaker Series conversations have been made available for viewing anytime. You can watch recordings of past conversations on our YouTube Channel.
Use storytelling to attract and retain talent
Wingspans helps a new generation of workers find careers that uplift them while solving critical labor challenges. We are currently looking for enterprise partners to help us launch our next phase, which is to create connections between the new generation of workers and companies. This paid pilot would entail telling enterprise success stories to attract and retain talent.

Please reach out to lindsay@wingspans.com to lift up your success stories and be a part of an innovative solution in Maine.
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 June 2022
Contact: Don Plourde
207-660-4000
dplourde@cbplourde.com
Central Maine Real Estate Spotlight
Featured Commercial Property:
Building Size: 4,728 sq.ft.
Lease Rate: $12/sq.ft. (annual)
Property Features:
  • Retail Commercial use
  • Municipal parking
  • Main Street Storefront
Context: 
  • Multi-use building
  • Spacious Interior
  • Located in the heart of downtown Waterville
Construction Management
Sheridan Construction is Growing Its Dynamic Team
Sheridan Construction works hard to provide an environment that is both challenging and rewarding for a long-term career in construction. We are committed to providing the support, training, and educational programs needed to allow for professional development and high-quality performance within our construction field jobs. Training also promotes continuous improvement, which is a critical component of our continued success.
Quality of Life
Sponsored by MaineGeneral Health
MaineGeneral is pleased to welcome three new medical staff to the Waterville area. 
  • Jazmine Levesque, FNP – Oakland Family Medicine
  • Desirae Serran, FNP – Elmwood Primary Care
  • Whitney Tranchemontagne, FNP-BC – Thayer Internal Medicine
Don’t delay your care. If you need a primary care provider, please call 1-855-4MGH-INFO or visit www.mainegeneral.org.
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 of up to $1,200 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 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 growing 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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