OXFORD HILLS — The Workforce and Education Committee of the Oxford Hills Chamber of Commerce Presents: Maine APEX Accelerator: Helping Small Businesses Sell Goods and Services to the Government with guest speaker Christopher Paradis, Procurement Counselor, Maine APEX Accelerator, Eastern Maine Development Corporation

This meeting will be held on Thursday, October 31, from 7:30 – 9 a.m. at the Ripley Medical Office Building, Harper Conference Center, 193 Main Street, Norway. The cost is $10 for Chamber Members and $15 for Non-Chamber Members. To register, please email john@oxfordhillsmaine.com or call 207-743-2281.

The Workforce and Education Committee of the Oxford Hills Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce an insightful event tailored to small business owners interested in expanding their reach into government contracting. The event, entitled “Maine APEX Accelerator: Helping Small Businesses sell Goods and Services to the Government,” will take place on Thursday, October 31, from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the Ripley Medical Office Building’s Harper Conference Center in Norway.

Christopher Paradis, Procurement Counselor at Maine APEX Accelerator, Eastern Maine Development Corporation, will lead the presentation. With more than 35 years of experience in government procurement, workforce development, corporate training, and international business, Christopher offers a wealth of knowledge for businesses aiming to navigate federal, state, and local contracting processes. His approach emphasizes customer relations, strategic business solutions, and supporting Maine’s economy.

The Maine APEX Accelerator program provides essential training and technical assistance to small businesses statewide, helping them find, compete for, and succeed in government contracts. This program offers personalized, no-charge services to guide businesses through the complexities of government procurement, ensuring they are well-equipped to perform and excel in government contract opportunities.

Christopher Paradis’s dedication to both business and community service is well known, with affiliations including the Auburn-Lewiston Rotary Breakfast Club, Husson University’s Alumni Board of Directors, Carrabassett Valley Outdoor Association, and the New England Mountain Bike Association. He is committed to providing local businesses with the resources they need to succeed, and he currently serves small businesses across Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford counties.

Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to learn from a seasoned professional. For registration, please email john@oxfordhillsmaine.com or call 207-743-2281. Space is limited, so secure your spot today.