Check out this upcoming webinar from partners working with us to support Maine’s fishing communities and a diversified marine economy! February 18th at 4pm — Casting a Wider Net: Strategies for Extra Income in Coastal Communities We are excited to be supporting an upcoming webinar, hosted by marine industry partners at DuraBrite, that will shed light on… Read more »
Join current Island Institute fellows and staff to learn first-hand about the program and fellowship experiences including what it is like to live on an island or remote coastal town in Maine. The first half of the session includes a program overview from the application process to orientation and a fellow’s first few months in… Read more »
Join current Island Institute fellows and staff to learn first-hand about the program and fellowship experiences including what it is like to live on an island or remote coastal town in Maine. The first half of the session includes a program overview from the application process to orientation and a fellow’s first few months in… Read more »
Please note that there are a few cuts in this video due to recording disruptions. Our apologies for the inconvenience. About this Webinar: Discover how Maine’s shellfish and seaweed industries are leading the way in climate-friendly food production. Aquaculture for People and Planet, the latest short film in our Climate of Change series, explores how… Read more »
Join Island Institute for an in-depth discussion on the potential impacts of lobster tariffs on Maine’s marine economy, fishermen, and fishing-dependent communities. As global trade policies shift, new tariffs could drastically reshape the industry, affecting market access, pricing, and the livelihoods of those who depend on lobster fishing. This webinar will bring together industry experts,… Read more »
About this Webinar: Island Institute, in partnership with Profit Decoder, is excited to offer a customized financial management tool designed specifically for Maine’s lobster industry. This tool helps lobstermen gain greater control over their business finances, make informed decisions, and navigate the challenges of an evolving industry. In this online training for Maine’s lobstermen and… Read more »
Island Institute, in partnership with Profit Decoder, is excited to offer a customized financial management tool designed specifically for Maine’s lobster industry. This tool helps lobstermen gain greater control over their business finances, make informed decisions, and navigate the challenges of an evolving industry. In this online training for Maine’s lobstermen and their families, Profit… Read more »
About this Webinar: Island Institute, in partnership with Profit Decoder, is excited to offer a customized financial management tool designed specifically for Maine’s lobster industry. This tool helps lobstermen gain greater control over their business finances, make informed decisions, and navigate the challenges of an evolving industry. As part of this initiative, Profit Decoder will… Read more »
Island Institute and the Small Business Development Centers of Maine 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… Read more »
Island Institute and the Small Business Development Centers of Maine 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… Read more »
