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Through free classes and individual coaching, we help people find success in their careers, start and grow small businesses, and gain financial stability.
Participants in our programs accomplish all kinds of personal, work, and financial success, big and small. Here are recent stories of people from all across Maine who are reaching their goals.
I am a first-generation college student. At almost 40 years old, I challenged myself by enrolling in a college English course, and to my surprise, I earned an A. That experience changed the way I saw myself. It gave me the confidence to continue my education, and even...
I moved from China to the U.S. with my husband almost a year ago. It was a big change for both my life and my career. We were excited to start a new chapter together in Maine. Since moving here, we've met so many kind and welcoming people. We've also really enjoyed...
Enrolling in college was one way for me to break the cycle of poverty and addiction in my family. I am about to start my senior year of a bachelor's degree program in mental health and human services (MHHS) at the University of Maine at Augusta (UMA). I feel...
I have been aware of New Ventures Maine (NVME) since the organization was called Women, Work and Community. When I was getting my undergraduate degree through the ASPIRE program as a divorced, single parent at the age of 36 I was connected to people and resources...
I studied psychology at the University of Maine at Machias. One of my electives was a certificate course in business and entrepreneurship, and I absolutely loved it. In my 30s, with four kids, I was missing the improvisation and excitement of acting in plays, which I...