Island Institute and the Small Business Development Centers of Maine have partnered to host the Tools for Industry Diversification and Entrepreneurship (TIDE) webinar series. From budgeting and bookkeeping to tax preparation, credit building, and financing, each webinar offers practical strategies tailored for lobster fishing families and businesses. Participants will find the information, resources, and take-home materials needed to improve financial management. Whether you’re just getting started, a seasoned fisherman, or looking to create new forms of income, this webinar series will help you take control of your financial future.
We invite you to join us for second webinar in our TIDE Series!
About this Webinar:
Strong financial management is key to sustaining a successful career in the commercial fishing and lobstering industry. This webinar will explore the critical link between personal financial well-being and effective small business management. Participants will learn how to assess, track, and evaluate their personal finances, understand their attitudes toward money, set achievable financial goals, and implement strategies for long-term financial success. By strengthening personal budgeting skills, attendees can enhance their ability to manage business finances, plan for seasonal fluctuations, and build a more secure financial future.
Featured Speakers:
- Jenn Dobransky, Business Advisor, Small Business Development Center
- Jeff Frank, Senior Community Development, Island Institute
Together, we can learn, adapt, and ensure that Maine’s fishing families have the resources and trainings they need to be better equipped financially to encounter any challenges that lie ahead. Join us online for the second of these important conversations as we work together towards a more resilient future for our coast!
This webinar will be recorded and made available for those who are unable to attend the live presentation.
Registration is required to access the Zoom webinar and receive the recording.
