NSBW - Persevering After Starting Your Small Business

NSBW - Persevering After Starting Your Small Business

Celebrate 2025 National Small Business Week by investing in your business’s future!

By SBA Maine District Office

Date and time

Thursday, May 8 · 11:30am - 1pm EDT

Location

United States Custom House

312 Fore Street Portland, ME 04101

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes

Celebrate 2025 National Small Business Week by investing in your business’s future! Join the SBA Maine District Office for this in-person training event designed to help small business owners build momentum after launching.

Senior Area Manager Brad Currie will cover key startup steps—like business planning and market research—before diving into strategies for growth, including marketing, sales, accessing capital, and entering new markets. Attendees will also learn how to tap into the SBA’s network of resource partners and support services.

Whether you’re just getting started or ready to take the next step, this session offers real-world insight and tools to keep your Maine business moving forward.

Space is limited—register today and be part of National Small Business Week!



Frequently asked questions

Which door of the Custom House is best to use?

The best is to enter from the Commercial St. side. The doors to the building are secured, so please knock or ring the doorbell labeled Small Business Administration. If you steps are difficult, there is a handicap entrance on the right side of the building on the Custom House St. side.

Who do I contact if I have difficulty accessing the building?

Call Brad Currie at 207-248-9040.

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FMI or to submit questions please send an email to Maine_DO@sba.gov