Central Maine Growth Council

HighByte: The Industrial DataOps Solution for Industry 4.0. Listen in to hear how HighByte is solving persistent data interoperability and security problems faced by industrial operations as the first DataOps solution purpose-built to meet the unique requirements of industrial assets, products, processes & systems at the Edge. FMI:http://www.centralmaine.org/2021/02/22/march-21-tech-talk-highbyte-the-industrial-dataops-solution-for-industry-4-0/

Listen in to hear how Nugget is enhancing your remote meetings by bookmarking what’s most important and eliminating the distraction of note-taking, allowing for more efficient and engaging conversations. Noon, Thursday, May 13  Click here for Zoom link About Nugget: Nugget is a recently developed web application that assists individuals with transcribing meeting notes to capture […]

Listen in to hear how Defendify is cultivating a cyber-smart culture, utilizing technology that goes beyond traditional antivirus and firewalls to provide customers with a comprehensive cybersecurity platform to protect data and privacy. Presented by Tom Leen, Head of Engineering. Click for more info and to register

With Kerry Gallivan, Co-Founder, and CEO Listen in to hear how Chimani is navigating the great outdoors with GPS-enabled maps, curated content, and information on more than 400 national parks, wildlife refuges, and forests getting you off on the right foot no matter where you go. Chimani is a Yarmouth, ME-based software company that makes […]

In 2021, the mid-Maine region welcomed new businesses, deployed new programs and COVID-19 related assistance, watched construction projects progress, cheered on entrepreneurs and engaged in conversation about their communities’ futures. Let’s recognize this year’s accomplishments, while preparing the local and regional economy for 2022. Featuring: Developer of the Year Emerging Leader Award A look at […]

Brian Rahill, is co-founder and CEO of CourseStorm, an Orono-based software company that provides cloud-based registration software to educational institutions through customized registration forms. Learn how CourseStorm is empowering education institutions to increase enrollments through online class registration software, streamlining access to education for all. REGISTER

With Amanda Stent, Inaugural Director, Davis Institute for Artificial Intelligence Listen in to hear how the Davis Institute is preparing students for a future where artificial intelligence is transforming industries, careers, and modes of discovery, creativity, and scholarship, and training faculty and students in the use of AI and the creation of new systems and […]

With Trevor Ruggiero, Founder Listen in to hear how Looma is going beyond design and critical component manufacturing to offer a complete service that takes your product from concept to pilot production. About Looma: Looma LLC. is a life science product development company that blends disciplined engineering with craftsmanship, empowering companies to create prototypes and products that […]

With Jeffrey Beno, Director of Consulting, Emerging Technologies Practice CGI, United States Listen in to hear how CGI has developed a migration toolset focused on Document Migrations to help customers through Digital Transformation via platform modernization and migrating applications from on-premises environments to the cloud, ensuring high-quality migrations with minimal impact to business operations. About CGI: Founded […]

Dirigo Labs Speaker Series bluShift Aerospace: Revolutionizing Space Travel Sustainably With Sascha Deri, Founder and CEO, bluShift Aerospace 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. Click for more info and to register.

pumpspotting: Providing Professional Support to Working Mothers With Amy VanHaren, Founder and CEO, pumpspotting Listen in to hear how pumpspotting is creating a community for new mothers through personalized breastfeeding and baby feeding support to attract talent and retain employees while removing barriers to success. About pumpspotting: pumpspotting is a community-driven support platform used by companies […]

RockStep Solutions: Streamlining in vivo Study Management Biotechs, Pharma, CROs, and Academia With Chuck Donnelly, CEO, and Julie Morrison, President, RockStep Solutions Listen in to hear how RockStep Solutions is transforming and digitalizing in vivo drug discovery, improving laboratory workflows, and helping vaccines get to market faster. About RockStep Solutions: RockStep Solutions is a Portland Maine-based biomedical […]

12 founders + 12 weeks + 72 mentors + 40 presenters = 1 amazing cohort! We’re celebrating the inaugural Dirigo Labs class with a demo day and pitch event. Once you meet this amazing group of entrepreneurs we know you’ll be impressed. Twelve companies will each have 5 minutes to present their company to a […]

CMGC Annual Meeting   YOU'RE INVITED TO CMGC'S ANNUAL MEETING Recognizing Mid-Maine's Resiliency & 2022 Accomplishments November 9, 2022 | 5:30 - 7:00 pm Bricks Coworking & Innovation Space, Hathaway Creative Center, Waterville Featuring: Developer of the Year Award Emerging Leader Award A look at what's to come in 2023 In 2022, the mid-Maine region […]

Listen in to hear how Bixby Chocolate has transformed the chocolate manufacturing market, introducing the state’s first bean-to-bar manufacturing facility that produces candies which are ethically sourced, organic, and gluten free.

In 2022, we launched our inaugural cohort, hosted a pitch competition, and celebrated Maine's workforce through the creation of the Better Maine Conference. Please join us for the launch of our second cohort of 12 companies. Beverages and light hors d'oeuvres will be provided. The event showcase for the second cohort will feature eleven members […]

February Speaker Series: Using LinkedIn to Power Your Startup's Marketing Presence February 16 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. | Bricks Coworking Space, Hathaway Creative Center, Waterville With Whitney Raymond, VP of Communications, Marshall Communications Join us to hear how your organization can utilize LinkedIn to grow your customer base, increase marketability, and expand your business […]

May Speaker Series: Elements of Dynamic Selling - May 18 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. | Bricks Coworking Space, Hathaway Creative Center, Waterville - With Richard Ruhlin, Matter Surfaces Chief Growth & Product Officer & Chris MacKenzie, STARC Systems Vice-President of Strategic Partnerships - Join Rich and Chris as they discuss their careers in professional […]

PROFIT DECODERJAY FRIEDLANDER, CO-FOUNDER Join CEO Jay Friedlander as he discusses how Profit Decoder is creating efficiencies to revolutionize your business and empower you with valuable insights into your finances. About Profit Decoder: Profit Decoder is a game-changing software designed to revolutionize your business and empower you with valuable insights. From financial analysis to strategic […]

Mbingo Mountain Coffee - Brewing Support for Small-Scale Coffee Farmers October 12 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. | Maine Film Center, Paul J. Schupf Art Center Join Mbingo Mountain Coffee Founder Churchill Elangwe Preston as he discusses how Mbingo Mountain Coffee is on a mission to create a coffee brand that emphasizes strong connections with […]

In 2023, the mid-Maine region welcomed new businesses, deployed new programs, watched construction projects progress, cheered on entrepreneurs, and engaged in conversation about their communities' futures.   Let's recognize this year's accomplishments while preparing the local and regional economy for 2024! Featuring: Developer of the Year Award Emerging Leader Award A look at what's to […]

Sustaine: Helping Uncover Pathways to Smarter, More Sustainable Energy Choices With Malcolm Smith, CEO Are you curious about optimizing your energy solutions? Learn how Sustaine's experts guide you through the process, ensuring you access the best energy solutions through competitive bids from qualified providers.

In 2024, the mid-Maine region welcomed new businesses, launched innovative programs, advanced construction projects, supported entrepreneurs, and engaged in conversations about the future of our communities and economy. Let’s celebrate this year’s achievements while preparing for a thriving regional economy in 2025! Featuring: Developer of the Year Award Emerging Leader Award Maine Department of Economic […]