Advancing innovation & growth in Maine's food, agriculture, & aquaculture ecosystem.
About / Program
The Initiative
The FoodTech Maine program connects and fosters collaboration among early-stage and mid-sized companies with a product or service that utilizes technology, innovation, or science in the AgriFood industry. The program provides tailored professional resources, industry expertise, coaching, and network-building opportunities that enable participating companies to commercialize and scale their business and grow Maine's FoodTech ecosystem.
What to Expect
FoodTech Maine is the Maine Center for Entrepreneur’s (MCE) newest business accelerator focused on driving growth and innovation in Maine’s food, agriculture, and aquaculture ecosystem. The FoodTech program leverages technology solutions to improve efficiency, sustainability, and quality in the food industry and improve food and beverage products' taste and nutritional benefits.
FoodTech Maine connects and fosters collaboration among early-stage and mid-sized companies that are innovating and developing AgriFood industry services or products to commercialize and scale their businesses and grow this industry in Maine. The program provides resources, expertise, and networking opportunities to enable participating companies to thrive and contribute to Maine’s robust FoodTech ecosystem.
Maine’s long history as a center for high-quality food and beverage production and innovation has positioned the state to play a more prominent role in this fast-growing niche industry.
Program / Elements
Mentoring
Customized support and coaching from MCE's extensive network of local, national and global experts.
Education
Immersive education through tailored learning sessions on business planning, development, management, commercialization, branding, fundraising, and more.
Community
Inclusion in a community of entrepreneurial business leaders and innovative companies.
Networking
Exposure and networking opportunities with fundraising and investor connections.
Market Data
Access valuable information, market data, and resources to effectively reach your target market and grow your business.
Showcase
The FoodTech program and Showcase Event highlight cohort companies and increases visibility to attract investors, partners, and customers.