The Business of Food Workshop Series
Schedule
Wed Feb 18 2026 at 05:00 pm to 07:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
415 Water Street, Ellsworth, ME, United States, Maine 04605 | Ellsworth, ME
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2/18/2026 Session 1: Dreams: Assess your readiness, research your market, and test your food business concept before investing time and money.2/25/2026 Session 2: Exploring Food Business Options: Compare business models, production options, and sales channels to find the right fit.
3/4/2026 Session 3: Hobby, Side Hustle, or Business Baby!: Make it official with smart pricing, systems, branding, and growth planning.
3/11/2026 Session 4: Best Practices for Food Entrepreneurs: Learn proven strategies to stay compliant, adaptable, and sustainable.
This four-part workshop series is designed for aspiring and early-stage food entrepreneurs who are exploring, launching, or refining a food-based business. Participants move from idea validation and mindset development to choosing the right business model, making their venture official, and applying best practices learned from real-world experience. The series balances inspiration with practical guidance, helping entrepreneurs make informed decisions, avoid common pitfalls, and build businesses that align with their goals, capacity, and lifestyle.
Free but registration is required:https://unionriverinnovation.com/workshops/
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