Bricks Coworking & Innovation Space

Beginning in 2026, eligible workers in the private and public sector will have 12 weeks of paid time off available to them for family or medical reasons including illness, to care for a relative, or for the birth of a child. Join Reggie Parson, deputy director of the Paid Family and Medical Leave Program, as […]

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 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 […]

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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 […]

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 […]

Learn useful financial life hacks such as how to stretch your shopping budget, sneaky ways to save your money and advice for living on a low budget. 8:00 - 8:30 AM - Networking with coffee and treats from Sunrise Bagel 8:30 - 9:30 AM - Panel Discussion Join us for coffee, refreshments, networking, and a […]

With Susan Ruhlin, Managing Director, Dirigo Labs Join Susan Ruhlin for a discussion on her experience using a customer discovery approach to making early hires and establishing a positive culture in a tech startup. About Dirigo Labs: Dirigo Labs is a startup accelerator based in Waterville, Maine. With a mission to grow the greater Waterville […]

Looking for a familiar face? Do you have questions for our Sstate and local officials? Would you like to meet your new representative(s)? Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce and KV Connect will co-host “Meet the Reps,” an event that brings members of the business community and the public together with elected officials at all levels of government. This […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.

Learn useful financial life hacks such as how to stretch your shopping budget, sneaky ways to save your money and advice for living on a low budget. Join us for coffee, refreshments, networking, and a panel discussion with: Maire Pelletier - FAME Sarah Newcomb - FAME Chris Wadsworth - Ameriprise Financial RSVP

Thursday, December 8| 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Prospector Portal: Creating User-Friendly Global Mining Analyses December 2022 Speaker Series Prospector Portal: Creating User-Friendly Global Mining Analyses With Jonathan Godbout, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer Listen in to hear how Prospector’s database contains more than 10,000 mining projects and 2,600 mining companies, reducing analyst time with advanced […]

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 […]

Central Maine's real estate market is unlike any other. Come hear perspectives from local professionals in the industry, and get your questions answered. Join us for coffee, refreshments, networking, and a panel discussion with: Jamie Plourde - Realtor, Coldwell Banker Plourde Real Estate Haley Wescott - Community Banker, Skowhegan Savings Bank Meryia Michaud - Insurance Agent, Liberty Mutual […]

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 […]

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 […]

Quarterly Coffee & Conversations is back! Join us for this hybrid event. Learn how getting involved in an organization that you are passionate about. Hear from some leaders in the non-profit world and rock star volunteers about how non-profit board membership can grow your career! Panelists: Sawyer Boulette of the AYCC, Kristina Cannon from Main […]

Central Maine Growth Council was recently selected as one of 10 communities in the U.S. to join the 2020 Rural Innovation Initiative, which helps communities utilize their own unique assets to build a digital economy based on technology, innovation, and quality of place. Officials from the Initiative and the US. Economic Development Administration will conduct […]

Come join KV Connect, Waterville’s young professionals group, for an exciting evening of networking and socialization while helping to support a great cause! This month, we're at Bricks Coworking & Innovation Space Admission is a $5.00 suggested donation to benefit The Ezyaha Scholarship. The Ezyaha Scholarship is Presented in memory of Joe Ezhaya. He was […]

Join us in downtown Waterville for drinks, pizza, and conversation with Maine's innovation community! At Central Maine Tech Night, understand the story and the technology behind Maine's promising startups and innovative companies. It's like "How I Built This", but you get to ask the questions. In our small-group setting, founders and leaders share real advice […]

Join Us for Drinks, Pizza, and the Newest Trends in Tech! Central Maine's technology community comes together each month for a fun night of collaboration, drinks, food, and networking. At Tech Night you will be connected with technologists (from experts to hobbyists) who share a passion for learning, technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Come be part […]

Building from a bird's eye view: How tech has taken over the most dangerous, expensive jobs in construction. To learn more about the sessions and to register: www.facebook.com/SmallBusinessWaterville smallbusinesswaterville.eventbrite.com  

The Process of Patenting a Product: A Behind-the-Scenes Look With Zack Atherton + Brendan Paradis, Co-Owners of Lockout Labs, LLC of Sidney, ME The patent process is fraught with paperwork, regulation and compliance, and significant wait-time. How did two local entrepreneurs succeed through the process? Zack and Brendan will share their experience patenting the FT […]