Incubator Program
Let's Build Something Together
Business incubation isn’t just about affordable rent. It’s about surrounding yourself with the expertise, networks, and support that transform ideas into thriving companies.
How It Works
The UpStart Center and University of Maine’s Foster Center for Innovation have an association
that gives incubating startups at the Center access to the business coaching available through
the Foster Center. Startups eligible for the discounted rents at the UpStart Center may, for a modest fee, receive monthly coaching sessions with Foster Center advisors.
What You Get
Physical infrastructure in our location, along with hands-on management assistance and exposure to critical business and technical resources:
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Connections to resources, experts, and mentors in areas such as legal, accounting, sales, marketing, and equity investment
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Priority access to interns
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Access to financing: Identify possible sources of funding through agencies such as the Maine Technology Institute
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Help with developing the startup’s pitch for companies pursuing financing and partnerships
UpStart Maine, Inc.
UpStart Maine brings entrepreneurs, innovators, and dreamers together to spark ideas, build connections, and grow thriving businesses. Join a community where support, resources, and inspiration fuel your journey from startup to success.
Top Gun Entrepreneurship Accelerator
The Maine Center for Entrepreneurs’ flagship accelerator, Top Gun, is shaping the future of innovation across the state. The Bangor Region Top Gun program is run by UpStart Maine, Inc., a nonprofit coalition of entrepreneur-support programs based in the Bangor area, of which the UpStart Center for Entrepreneurship is a member. Now in its 16th year, the program continues to help Maine founders transform bold ideas into thriving businesses.
Big Gig Pitch Competition
Big Gig is a partnership between a motivated group of municipalities, universities, and organizations in Maine's Penobscot River Valley. We’ve worked with local innovators and entrepreneurs since 2012 to create a supportive network and to bring positive change and economic growth to our communities.
