Maine’s Rural Renaissance: Leveraging Rural Investment Opportunities

Discover rural Maine’s untapped potential! Experts unlock funding avenues: From CDFI opportunities, Federal & State grants, venture capital, and low-interest loans that fuel regional growth. Be inspired by success stories and learn how strategic investment builds thriving communities, emerging sectors, and unique funding paths for your venture.

MODERATOR:

• Brandon McDonald, Regional Hub Coordinator, Northern Maine Development Commission (NMDC)

PANEL:

• Dr. Ernesto Villarini-Baquero, Managing Director, Community Development Venture Capital Alliance (CDVCA)
• Denise Cilley, Associate Director, Sunrise County Economic Council (SCEC)
• Jacob Pelkey, Program Manager, Center for Business Growth @ NMDC
• Collin Darrell, Operations Manager, Ignite PI