Business Support. Entrepreneurial Opportunities. Technical Assistance.
A program of non-profit Main Street Skowhegan
Your “home base” for Entrepreneurial support in Skowhegan
Kitchen at 185
Low-barrier-to-entry production space and expand value-add and retail opportunities
Skowhegan 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.
Events and Programs
Youth Entrepreneurship Competition
2026 Results:
First place: Camren Tatakis, Cam’s Junk Removal
2nd Place: Olivia Pelletier, Threads Quest
3rd Place: Charlotte Haynie, Peak Precision Field Hockey
Business Lab Bootcamp
One-Day Bootcamp for aspiring entrepreneurs based on the Business Lab program.
Past Event
Start Summit
Idea hackathon in partnership with the Roux Institute featuring a final pitch and cash prizes.
Past Event
2023 Skowhegan Entrepreneurship Pitch Prize Competition
2023 Entrepreneurial Impact
50+
Local businesses supported
100+
Hours advising businesses
$16,000
Awarded in grants to businesses
346
Rental hours at the center