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Are you taking full advantage
of your Chamber membership?
How can you engage with the
Chamber and help grow your business?
Do you have new employees? Send them our way!
Discover ways to get the best value for yourChamber membership by attending our
Chamber Membership Refresher.
FREE to all chamber members.
Thursday, May 1611:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce50 Elm St., Waterville
Complimentary lunch provided by Amici’s Cucina.
Seating is limited so make your reservation [email protected]
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50 Elm Street, Waterville, ME 04901 Tel: (207) 873-3315 Fax: (207) 877-0087 [email protected] www.midmainechamber.comDan Bernier, Chair of the Board Kimberly N. Lindlof, President & CEO
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May 2019
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What’s Inside• From the Board
• Member News
• Ribbon Cuttings
• Member Calendar
• People News
• Leadership Luncheon Series
• Spotlight on Magic Falls Rafting Company
Membership Refresher
June 1711:00 a.m. Shotgun Start
Natanis Golf CourseVolunteers Wanted
SOLD OUT!
August 711:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.Downtown Waterville
FoodLive Entertainment
Beer Gardens
www.tasteofwaterville.comwww.facebook.com/tasteofwaterville
Friday, May 3 7:30 a.m. Public Policy Committee
Monday, May 6 5:15 p.m. KV Connect Steering Committee
Monday, May 13 3:00 p.m. Executive Committee
Friday, May 17 7:30 a.m. Board of Directors’ Meeting
Wednesday, May 22 3:00 p.m. Marketing & Membership Committee
Mid-Maine Chamber Calendar
From the Board–Sara Barry
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It’s always meaningful to see the value of Chamber membership come to life–especially with new businesses to our region. Case in point–Work Health, an occupational health service affiliated with Northern Light Health, new to Waterville. (FYI-Besides being a Chamber board member, I work for Northern Light Inland Hospital, so I’m connected to Work Heath).
As Work Health looked to introduce itself to this community, the Chamber was the first to offer assistance. The new business attended a monthly Business After Hours (BAH) event in March and met tons of friendly business people and made some valuable connections. At the event, they had the chance to tell the large crowd about their business. All members have this opportunity at every BAH–a great way to put a face to your business and let others hear your passion for your work and company.
In March, Work Health took advantage of having a booth at the Chamber’s Business to Business Showcase at Colby’s Field House (along with 140 other chamber members)–connecting to 2000+ people who attended the Showcase.
In April, it held a Chamber ribbon cutting at 10 Washington Street location and photos of that event got liked and shared on the Chamber’s website and social media platforms, as well
as other sites. Next, they plan to attend the Chamber Breakfast Series to meet more business leaders and explore sponsorship opportunities at a wide array of Chamber events. Whew! The benefits of Chamber membership are almost endless!
But it’s not just NEW businesses that the Chamber nurtures and assists–it’s all members–even long-standing members like Day’s Jewelers (20 years!) Waterville Store Manager, Ken Whiting raved about their recent participation as on “Chamber Chatter,” the popular Facebook Live business talk show. The episode featured Ken sharing beautiful baubles for people to wear to the upcoming Chamber Awards Event on April 25. With more than 900 views, it’s clear people are watching and engaging!
So, if you’ve been thinking about reinvigorating your marketing plan this spring, think about including all the ways your Chamber can help! There’s a way to connect with consumers and our business community for everyone out there–you just need to decide which one works best for you–or engage in them all and watch your business grow!
Meet The Reps – April 17 at Chace Forum in the Bill & Joan Alfond Main Street Commons
Karen Hardy Counseling28 Main StreetBelgrade, Maine 04917207-495-9096www.karenhardycounseling.com
Jennifer Kierstead Consulting, Inc.Jennifer W. Kierstead179 Main Street, Suite 204Waterville, Maine 04901207-873-1733
MODULA Inc.Jessica Rossi90 Alfred A. Plourde ParkwayLewiston, Maine 04240866-764-4936www.modula.us
Pegas Technology SolutionsWilliam Oakes230D Skowhegan RoadFairfield, Maine 04937207-313-4821www.pegas.io
TECHNOLOGY Solutions of MaineRick Bryant207-649-2237www.techsolutionsme.com
Turn-IT TechWilliam Oakes230D Skowhegan RoadFairfield, Maine 04937207-877-1600www.turnitech.com
Waterville SportsClipsChuck Locke40 Elm PlazaWaterville, Maine 04901207-616-3744www.haircutmenwatervilleme.com
Wireless Construction, Inc.Alisha Gallant40 Blake RoadStandish, Maine 04084207-642-5751www.wcitowers.com
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Ribbon Cuttings
SPRING CLEANING!Just a reminder that eWaste Alternatives is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 60 Industrial Street in Waterville to take your old electronics. Computers, monitors, mice, laptops, phones, game systems, TVs, microwaves – if it has a plug they probably take it. (No air conditioners, lamps or refrigerators, please.) This winter, eWaste Alternatives became a program of ITE, a Maine nonprofit that protects the environment and reuses computers in support of libraries, nonprofits and low income individuals and families via the PCs for MAINE program. FMI or for pickups: Chris Martin at [email protected] or (207) 322-6257.
2019 Ribbon Cutting Sponsor
Ribbon CuttingMay 17 at 9:30 a.m.
Kennebec Montessori School38 Sheridan Drive
Fairfield, Maine 04937
Work Health Ribbon Cutting
Every Thursday, 2:00–6:00 p.m.Head of Falls
by the Two Cent Bridge in Waterville
May 2, 5:00 p.m.The Maine Children’s Home for Little Wanderers will host its Annual Wine & Beer Tasting at Winslow VFW.FMI: www.mainechildrenshome.org
May 3, 6:20–9:00 p.m.PechaKucha Night Waterville V.31. is presented by a volunteer Team PK, Waterville Creates!, and the Waterville Public Library. The Colby College Center for the Arts & Humanities is the PK Waterville 2018-2019 season sponsor. ×20. Will be held at the Colby College Diamond Building. FMI: www.watervillecreates.org/event/pechakucha-night-waterville/
May 3, 6:30–9:00 p.m.School Street Yoga Intro to Thai Massage. Friday night only: Get Metta-Physical! Thai Yoga Shoulder Massage. $35.00/person. FMI: www.schoolstreetyoga.com
May 4, 8:30 p.m.Silver Street Tavern presents Steve Jones Trio. FMI: www.silverstreettavern.com
May 8, 1:00–3:00 p.m.Maine-ly Elder Care hosts a Free blood pressure clinic at Waterville Shaw’s.
May 8, 7:15 p.m.Railroad Square Cinema showing of Office Space. (see Sm. Biz Wtvl insert)FMI: www.railroadsquarecinema.com
May 9, 9:00–10:30 a.m.SCORE: How Businesses can Win with Facebook. Location: Purdue University Global in AugustaFMI: conta.cc/2U6gXss
May 9, 6:00–8:00 p.m.Join us for an evening of excitement with Marie Cormier, auctioneer, and her daughter, Karen Cormier, for Northern Light Continuing Care, Lakewood’s annual May Day Auction on Thursday, May 9, 6–8 p.m. at Lakewood. Proceeds benefit residents’ summer trips and activity fund.FMI: 207.873.5125.
May 10, 9:00–11:00 a.m.SCORE: Financial Cash Flow Projections. Purdue University Global in AugustaFMI: conta.cc/2U6gXss
May 11, 8:00 p.m.An Evening with Bruce Cockburn at the Waterville Opera House. Few recording artists are as creative and prolific as Bruce Cockburn. Since his self-titled debut in 1970, the Canadian singer-songwriter has issued a steady stream of acclaimed albums every couple of years.FMI: www.operahouse.org
May 15, 7:30–9:30 a.m.KVHRA meeting! Peter Gore, executive vice president for the Maine State Chamber of Commerce will present a Legislative Update. The event will be held at the Best Western Plus in Waterville. Please register for the meeting by May 9, 2019.FMI: https://kvhra.shrm.org
May 18, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.MacKenzie Landscaping Open House (see insert) FMI: www.mackenzielandscaping.com
May 18, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.In recognition of National Women’s Health Month, Northern Light Inland Hospital invites you to its Free Women’s Wellness Walk on Saturday, May 18, at Thomas College’s Sukeforth Family Trail System. Come anytime between 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.FMI: www.northernlighthealth.org
May 18, 12:00–4:00 p.m.8th Annual Benton Alewife Festival (see insert)
May 19, 10:00 a.m.Fieldstone Gardens, Patio Planters and Baskets, Oh My! Fun filled session creating patio planters and hanging baskets. This is a make and take workshop. It will have variety of planters and annuals to choose from. (Cost: Materials available to purchase at discount) FMI: 207- 923-3836
May 31, 8:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.Modula Inc., 90 Alfred A Plourde Parkway - Lewiston, ME 04240. You are invited to Modula Day! Modula Automated Vertical Storage: Demo, Seminar & Site Tour Day. Free and open to the public. Seats are limited; registration required. Contact Jessica Rossi [email protected]. Coffee & Lunch provided
June 1, 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.Good Will-Hinckley is holding its 2nd Annual Yard Sale. Your small fee to rent a space will go towards helping to feed and clothe GWH’s Glenn Stratton Learning Center students this summer. The proceeds you make on your sales will stay with you. FMI: www.gwh.org
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Golden Pond Wealth Management would like to welcome its newest employee Katie Brann. Katie comes to it after being employed by Stone Coast Fund Services in Portland, Maine. She is a graduate of Boston University and is studying to obtain her Series 7. Katie’s goal is to become a Certified Financial Planner (CFP). When she can, Katie enjoys skiing, spending time by the lake, and coaching field hockey with the Maine Majestix. She lives in Sidney with her husband, Zach and goldendoodle, Bodhi.
According to MaineBiz, a fond farewell to John Witherspoon, president and CEO, of Skowhegan Savings Bank who will retire at the end of 2019. David Cyr, executive vice president, has been appointed by the bank’s board of directors as the bank’s new president. Welcome to your new role!
The Thomas College team of Kerri Abbot, Kaitlyn Rourke, Amanda Landry, Alyssa Joubert and Emma Dimock, led by faculty advisor Rick Saucier, won multiple awards in the Society for the Advancement of Management conference’s Open Division competition in Orlando, FL recently. Congratulations!
Welcome aboard to Colby College alum Chip Kelley who is the new ME market president of KeyBank, which in ME has 47 branches & nearly $2.5B in deposits according to MaineBiz.
Brian Bernatchez, CFP, of Golden Pond Wealth Management, had been listed on the 2019 LPL’s Chairman’s Council, an award that’s presented to fewer than 2% of the firms ~16,000 advisors nationally. Congrats, Brian!
Welcome to Crystal Stanley, Alfond Youth Center’s new Early Childcare Coordinator.
Sara Shaw has been named the new director of athletics at Thomas College. Sara arrives with over a decade of experience as an asst. athletic director, coach, & student-athlete from UMaine at Presque Isle, where she was named 2016 Asso. of NCAA Division III Independents Coach of the Year & 2018 American Collegiate Athletic Asso. Coach of the Year. Welcome aboard!
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May 17, 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.Amici’s Cucina, 137 Main Street, Waterville
Jeff Clements, an attorney and author of Corporations Are Not People: Reclaiming Democracy From Big Money & Global Corporations is a founder and President of American Promise will be our guest on May 17. In his three decade legal career in public service and private practice, he has been a partner in a major Boston law firm and has served as Assistant Attorney General in Massachusetts. In 2012, he founded Whaleback Partners LLC, which provides sustainable financing to businesses in the local agriculture economy in New England. Jeff has helped to start and been a board member of many non-profit organizations and businesses. Today, in addition to the board of American Promise, he serves on the vestry of Trinity Episcopal Church in Concord, Massachusetts. Twitter: @ClementsJeff Cost $20 chamber members & $25 non members (or day of the event). We strongly recommend you make a reservation prior to the event to ensure seating. Contact [email protected] or call 873.3315
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Dedication Ceremony Fire House Subs, Waterville donated a River Rescue Boat to Town of Winslow Fire Department
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Honing Your Leadership Style. Ellen Belknap, AIA, president of SMRT, Architects and Engineers will share
her ideas on creating opportunities inside and outside your organization. Cost per person: $18 members, $25 at the door and non-members. To register, email: programs@
midmainechamber.com or call: 873-3315.(See yellow insert for more information.)
May 155:30–7:00 p.m.
People’s United Bank
335 Main Street, WatervilleWant to link your business to a diverse group of professionals in the community? Connect by attending this Business After Hours event. A variety of beverages and light appetizers are available. Don’t forget your business card for a chance to win door prizes
donated by area businesses and a 50/50 raffle.
Sponsored by
May 27:15–9:00 a.m.
Thomas College Spann Student Commons in the Summit Room, 180 West River Road, Waterville
Thank you to our 2018 sponsors:
Held at Thomas College Spann Student Commons in the Summit Room from 7:15 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. 180 West River Road, Waterville
November 8
Keys to Building and Engaging a Passionate Team that Gets Results.
David Pease, senior vice president of human resources at Bangor Savings Bank, will talk about what engages your staff and how to
make them passionate about working as a team while attaining positive outcomes.
Thank you to our 2018 sponsors:
Held at Thomas College Spann Student Commons in the Summit Room from 7:15 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. 180 West River Road, Waterville
November 8
Keys to Building and Engaging a Passionate Team that Gets Results.
David Pease, senior vice president of human resources at Bangor Savings Bank, will talk about what engages your staff and how to
make them passionate about working as a team while attaining positive outcomes.
Thank you to our 2018 sponsors:
Held at Thomas College Spann Student Commons in the Summit Room from 7:15 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. 180 West River Road, Waterville
November 8
Keys to Building and Engaging a Passionate Team that Gets Results.
David Pease, senior vice president of human resources at Bangor Savings Bank, will talk about what engages your staff and how to
make them passionate about working as a team while attaining positive outcomes.
Thank you to our 2018 sponsors:
Held at Thomas College Spann Student Commons in the Summit Room from 7:15 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. 180 West River Road, Waterville
November 8
Keys to Building and Engaging a Passionate Team that Gets Results.
David Pease, senior vice president of human resources at Bangor Savings Bank, will talk about what engages your staff and how to
make them passionate about working as a team while attaining positive outcomes.
Print Media Sponsor:
Thank you to our 2018 sponsors:
Held at Thomas College Spann Student Commons in the Summit Room from 7:15 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. 180 West River Road, Waterville
November 8
Keys to Building and Engaging a Passionate Team that Gets Results.
David Pease, senior vice president of human resources at Bangor Savings Bank, will talk about what engages your staff and how to
make them passionate about working as a team while attaining positive outcomes.
Radio Sponsor:
Thank you to our 2018 sponsors:
Held at Thomas College Spann Student Commons in the Summit Room from 7:15 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. 180 West River Road, Waterville
November 8
Keys to Building and Engaging a Passionate Team that Gets Results.
David Pease, senior vice president of human resources at Bangor Savings Bank, will talk about what engages your staff and how to
make them passionate about working as a team while attaining positive outcomes.
The Proper Pig16 Common Street, Waterville
To benefit:Waterville Public Library
Sponsored by
May 145:00–7:00 p.m.
Brad Star, president & CEO of Coutts BrothersBricks Coworking & Innovation Space
10 Water Street, WatervilleJoin us for drinks, pizza, and the hottest issues in technology! Central Maine’s technology community comes together each
month for a fun night of collaboration, drinks, food, and networking. FMI visit www.facebook.com/CentralMaineTechNight
May 95:00–6:30 p.m.
Hosted by
Sponsored by
Harold Alfond Institute for Business Innovation
Beverage Sponsor
So far United Way of Mid-Maine has collected 2304 lbs. of food for 5 food pantries in our region. Thank you to February’s Pantry Project hosts: People’s Salon & Spa and Camden National Bank in Oakland & March Pantry Locations: You Broke It and KV Federal Credit Union in Wtvl. If your business is interested in hosting a 2019 Pantry Project, contact Sam @ [email protected].
Congratulations to Cianbro which announced recently its acquisition of A/Z Corp., a CT-based engineering-construction firm according to MaineBiz.
Eagle Rental will be celebrating 30 years in Business in June!
Congratulations! New England Naturopathic Health is moving over Memorial Day weekend! Its new location is 157 Silver Street in Waterville (next to the former Waterville Pediatrics Building) and it plans to open for business on Tuesday, May 28th.
The Last Unicorn would like to announce the official start to its NEW Sunday Brunch: Run for the Roses! Whether you are coming to enjoy the unique food options, the delicious and creative Bloody Marys, its Mimosa bar or the Grateful Dead tunes, this is sure to be an experience you won’t forget! Every Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Now taking reservations for Mother’s Day 2019!
Boards Under My Feet, in addition to residential home repair, is also a moving company! FMI: 207-313-1830.
Becky’s Seafood and Vegetable opens for the season May 1. Open 7 days a week! It will cook the lobsters for you! FMI: 465-9551.
This semester, preservice teachers at Thomas College paired up with RSU 18’s Gifted & Talented program to create engaging, fun & relative design challenge STEAM projects. Projects included creating a toddler-size kayak & a 3D model design of a tiny house. Recently, families & friends were able to come to campus to see the hard work of these amazing middle school students & preservice teachers!
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Business After Hours April 10 at Maine Children’s Home for Little Wanderers! A packed house!
April 11 BBS Breakfast–working on an activity from our speaker Megan Hart on Failure Demand 201.
In 1989, Dave and Donna Neddeau of Winslow invested their family savings in a van, one raft, a house trailer for an office and two cabins. That summer they carried 38 rafting guests on the Kennebec River.
Much has changed. Magic Falls now has over 40 rafts, 25 inflatable kayaks, two dozen float tubes, volleyball, horseshoes, ½ court basketball court. A recreation pavilion, base lodge for check-ins and merchandise sales, campground with tent sites and cabin tents, a lodge with king, queen and bunk rooms and a restored farmhouse that sleeps up to 16 rafters & showers are all available for its guests. Last year Magic Falls hosted over 5,000 rafters. In 2010, Dave formed a new company, Magic Rivers, to offer high-adventure double run trips on the Upper Kennebec Gorge.
One thing has not changed—providing a fun, safety conscious, value-priced trip. Many rafting guests come back year after year and have
become personal friends. After thirty years, sons and daughters, and even grandchildren of original guests carry on the whitewater tradition rafting with Magic Falls.
Magic Falls offers daily trips on the Kennebec from early May to Columbus Day and on high release dates in the spring and fall on the Dead River. It prides itself on providing trips for students from middle school through college at affordable prices. Maine residents receive a 10% discount on all trips. During July and August, youths, 10-16 rafts half price with an adult paying that day’s full rate.
On Saturday, July 6, Magic Falls will host a special Mid-Maine Chamber Day on the Kennebec River. All chamber members and their families (age 10 and over) and their employees are welcome to raft for the price of $59, regularly $119. The state of Maine access fee of $5 will be waived. The raft trip includes a hearty barbecue with choice of steak, chicken,
fish or veggie burger, vegetable rice, coleslaw, rolls, homemade dessert and lemonade. Space is limited as the Dept. of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife has capped the number of rafters on the Kennebec River to protect the environmental quality of the wilderness. To make a reservation, please call Donna at 800-207-7238, refer to your business as a member of the Mid-Maine Chamber.
Yee hah, see you on the river!
Membership Spotlight: Magic Falls Rafting Company
Disclaimer: Mid-Maine Chamber’s InTouch newsletter is published monthly as a benefit to members and affiliates. All member news is compiled and submitted solely by our members; therefore, we reserve
the right to omit and/or edit as appropriate and cannot guarantee complete accuracy of all announcements. Sponsorship inserts do not necessarily reflect the position of Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce.
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Thomas College Spann Student Commons Summit Room
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7:15 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Cost per person: $18 members/$25 at the door & non-members. Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce, 50 Elm Street, Waterville, ME 04901-6015
Register at [email protected] or call 873-3315 PLEASE NOTE: Cancelations must be (2) business days prior to the event to avoid being charged.
May 2: Honing Your Leadership Style. Ellen Belknap, AIA, president of SMRT, Architects and Engineers will share her ideas on creating opportunities inside and outside your organization. September 12: Domestic Abuse in the Workplace - Considerations for Employers. Regina Rooney, educa-tion and communications director at the Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence, will explore the ways do-mestic violence abusers impact the workplace, and offer opportunities for employers to manage the risks they present. October 10: Legislative topic
November 14: Marketing Your Business. Martha Jones, account executive, & Chris Bernazzani, director of digital sales at NEWSCENTER Maine Media, will share with you ideas on navigating the landscape of media choice. December 5: Doing Business in a Digital World. Andrew Silsby, president and CEO of Kennebec Savings Bank, will discuss the importance of building and maintaining customer service in a digital world.
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Cost per person: $18 members/$25 at the door & non-members
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Register at [email protected] or call 873-3315 PLEASE NOTE: Cancelations must be made (2) business days prior to the event to avoid charges.
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HONING YOUR LEADERSHIP STYLE ELLEN BELKNAP
PRESIDENT SMRT, ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS
Ellen Belknap,president of SMRT,
Architects and Engineers will share her
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Entreprenueral Spotlighter @ 7:45am
Small Business Week Waterville
May 1–9, 2019
Small Business Waterville celebrates small business success in the greater Waterville Area. Small Business Waterville is presented by the Central Maine Growth Council, Harold Alfond Business Institute for Business
Innovation at Thomas College, Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce, and Waterville Public Library. To learn more about the sessions and to register:
www.facebook.com/SmallBusinessWaterville smallbusinesswaterville.eventbrite.com
Wednesday, May 1 · 5:30–7:30 pm
2nd Annual Pardon the Innovation:
An Entrepreneur SpotlightKeynote: Derek Myska, co-founder of “Ping Tank”Harold Alfond Institute for Business InnovationCo-hosts: Cynergy & KV Connect Location: Summit Room, Spann Commons, Thomas College180 West River Road
Friday, May 3 · 6:20/7:20 pm
PK WTVL V31
Emcee: Mike DuguayHarold Alfond Institute for Business Innovation6:20 pm Reception7:20 pm PresentationsLocation: Ostrove Auditorium, Diamond BuildingColby College
Monday, May 6 · 12:00–1:15 pm
Maine’s Strategic Plan for Economic Development
Commissioner Heather JohnsonMaine Dept. of Economic and Community DevelopmentHosted by the Waterville Rotary ClubLocation: Best Western Plus Grand Hotel375 Main StreetOptional lunch $15 (no credit cards)
Monday, May 6 · 4:00–5:30 pm
Monetize Your Idea–In 5 Steps and $500
Mike DuguayHarold Alfond Institute for Business InnovationLocation: Waterville Public Library73 Elm Street
Tuesday, May 7 · 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Maine Virtual Job Fair
Hosted by Central Maine Growth CouncilLocation: centralmaine.org/maine-virtual-job-fair
Tuesday, May 7 · 1:00–2:30 pm and 2:30–4:00 pm
Overview of Financial Statements, 1:00–2:30 pm
Allison Watson, Maine SBDCQuickBooks Intermediate User FAQs, 2:30–4:00 pm
Sarah Wadick, OneRiver, CPAsLocation: Mid-Maine Chamber50 Elm Street (2-part class-come to both or either)
Wednesday, May 8 · 4:00–5:30 pm
How to Start an e-Commerce or Amazon.com Business
Mike DuguayHarold Alfond Institute for Business InnovationLocation: Waterville Public Library73 Elm Street
Wednesday, May 8 ·5:00–6:30 pm
Waterville Opportunity Zone Workshop: A Practical
Guide for Businesses & Investors
Featuring Internal Revenue Service and Wipfli | MacpageLocation: Bricks CoWorking and Innovation Space10 Water St. #110, Hathaway Creative Center
Wednesday, May 8 · 7:15 pm
Film Screening: Office Space
Location: Railroad Square Cinema17 Railroad Square$
Thursday, May 9 · 5:00–6:30 pm
Building from a Bird’s Eye View: How Tech has
Taken Over the Most Dangerous, Expensive Jobs in
Construction
featuring incredible drone footageBrad Stout, Pres. + CEO of Coutts Brothers Inc.Central Maine TechNightLocation: Bricks CoWorking and Innovation Space10 Water St. #110, Hathaway Creative Center
Small Business Week Waterville is presented by:
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Yes, my company would like to partner with MIFF 2019!
Company Name
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Item Price Quantity Total
Festival Sponsorship (select one: Presenting | Venue | Day )
Adopt a Film $250 per film
Ad in Program Guide (Ad Code: A, B, C, etc.) See chart
Ad Design Services $50 per ad
Total Amount Due
Please send an invoice to the address above.
My check payable to Maine Film Center is enclosed.
I would like to learn about additional sponsorship opportunities. Please contact me.
Questions?Please contact us at [email protected].
10 Water St. Suite 106Waterville, Maine 04901(207) 861-8138mainefilmcenter.orgmiff.org
Presenting Sponsor $15,000
Venue Sponsor$5,000
(4 slots)
Day Sponsor$2,500
(10 slots)
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Inclusion in press releases ✓Announcement at festival Daily Daily Day of
Festival program guide Logo Logo Logo
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Tickets & Passes
Opening night tickets 20 14 10
VIP passes (admits two to all events) 10 6 4
Individual tickets 100 40 20
Other Benefits
Industry exclusivity within sponsorship level ✓ ✓Volunteer opportunity for employees ✓ ✓ ✓Access to event photos ✓ ✓ ✓*Additional benefits are negotiable
A combination of access, placement, recognition, and exclusivity provides each sponsor a tailored package of benefits that ensure its sponsorship goals are met. Strategic integration into MIFF’s print and digital materials, events, and programs maximize relevant and high-impact exposure while enhancing audience and guest experiences. Standard package options above may be customized to meet each individual sponsor’s goals.
Adopt a film
For just $250, you or your company can sponsor a film, selected from the best new releases in American independent, made-in-Maine, and international cinema. Sponsorship benefits include:• Announcement of your sponsorship before each
screening of the film.• Your company featured alongside the film on the MIFF
website and in the Festival Program Guide.• Six tickets redeemable for any screening of
your film.• The satisfaction of knowing you support one of Maine’s
most important cultural events!
To adopt a film, please notify us by June 1, 2019. Festival staff will contact you with a list of films when it becomes available. Selections are offered on a first come, first served basis, so make your commitment today!
* Increase your visibility! Adopt a film and receive 25% off any ad!
Ad Type Page Size Width Height Price
+ Adopt a Film Discount Price*
A Full page 10.5 in. 8 in. $750 $562
B 1/2 page horiz. 10.5 in. 3.875 in. $400 $300
C 1/2 page vert. 5.125 in. 8 in. $400 $300
D 1/3 page vert. 3.33 in. 8 in. $275 $206
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Festival Sponsorship Opportunities
During the most exciting 10 days of the year in Waterville, MIFF showcases the best of American independent and international cinema, encompassing world premieres, classic revivals and inspiring performances, exhibitions, and community workshops. Our audiences have the unique opportunity to meet directors, producers, writers, actors, and musicians, who travel to Maine from across the globe. These artists engage with the community through film panels and discussions, parties and receptions, and educational programming.
MIFF is the only film festival of its size in northern New England. Each year the festival receives recognition in media such as The Boston Globe and The New York Times, and has been covered in DownEast, Yankee, MovieMaker, Art New
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22nd Annual
July 12-21, 2019 � Waterville, Maine � miff.org
