Most small businesses in Maine have been struggling due to the pandemic. Governor Mills has announced a $200 million grant program offering financial relief to small businesses and nonprofits, with grant applications due Sept 9th. We'll learn about how small businesses are faring, especially during the summer tourist season, and how they can access relief funds and other aid during these difficult times.
Guests
- Heather Johnson, Commissioner of the Maine Department of Economic & Community Development
- Amy Bassett, director, Maine District Office, Small Business Administration
- Steve Hewins, president & CEO, Hospitality Maine
- Mike Fear, owner, Now You're Cooking in Bath
- Kip Stone, owner, Cool As A Moose, with locations in Portland, Brunswick and Bar Harbor
- Sandra Iacozilli, general manager, 302 West Smokehouse & Tavern in Fryeburg
Resources
- Mills Announces Grant Program To Help Small Businesses Survive, As COVID-19 Pandemic Drags On
- Maine Recovery Grant Program
- Coronavirus (COVID-19): Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources
- Paying Rent Is A Growing Concern For Maine's Small Business Owners Amid The Pandemic
- Group Of Maine Retailers Ask Shoppers To 'Be Kind'
- Maine Voices: Hospitality, tourism businesses have been heroes in COVID crisis
- The U.S.- Canada border’s been closed for four months, and nearby towns are suffering
- Small Business Development Center
- The national SCORE Association
- Maine Small Business Development Centers
