Local businesses supported

Hours advising businesses

Awarded in grants to businesses

Rental hours at the center

2023 Skowhegan Center for Entrepreneurship Pitch Prize Competition

Check out the different rental opportunities!

Kennebec &
Somerset Room

Become a coworking member at the Skowhegan Center for Entrepreneurship today!

Seven-week program for early-stage businesses with a chance to win $5,000

Low-barrier-to-entry production space and expand value-add and retail opportunities

The Skowhegan Center for Entrepreneurship serves as the hub of entrepreneurial activity in Somerset County, fostering innovation and cultivating collaboration and risk-taking in a supportive environment. Business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs of all ages can seek resources and assistance with starting and growing a business. Filling an unmet need in Skowhegan, the Center also offers space for coworking (with 24/7 access), meetings, and community gatherings.

2024 Program Outlook

Start Up Bootcamp

Weekend Bootcamp for aspiring entrepreneurs based on the Business Lab program.

More details coming soon!

Start Summit

Idea hackathon in partnership with the Roux Institute featuring a final pitch and cash prizes.

March 15 & 16 in Skowhegan

TA Grant Program

Mini-grant program that helps grow our local Skowhegan-based businesses & entrepreneurs.

2024 Cycle Closed