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Founded and funded in 1999 by the Maine State Legislature, MTI offers grants, loans, equity investments and services to grow the Maine Economy.

The Maine Technology Institute was established by the Maine State Legislature in 1999. MTI, working with partners across the state, “shall encourage, promote, stimulate and support research and development activity leading to the commercialization of new products and services in the State's technology-intensive industrial sectors to enhance the competitive position of those sectors and increase th

e likelihood that one or more of the sectors will support clusters of industrial activity and to create new jobs for Maine people.” MTI is one element of the State's economic development strategy to contribute to the long-term development of a statewide research, development and product deployment infrastructure. We offer support, resources and funds exclusively to Maine entrepreneurs and business owners in an effort to bolster Maine's economy and create jobs. Every $1 of MTI funds received generates an additional $14 in non-MTI funding. MTI funded companies say that MTI funding has been critical to their commercial success. Since 2000, MTI has funded 1,295 technology projects in Maine, a financial commitment of $106 million that has leveraged over $173 million in additional funding for a total of $280 million.

23/06/2026

Maine Discovery Museum has been bringing science to the public through our programs and educational work for well over a decade. We've highlighted and celebrated Maine science with the Maine Science Festival. It's time for the next step: Maine Science Awards: Lifetime Achievement ✳ Innovation ✳ Impact ✳ Surprising Science ✳ Advancing Trust in Science

Nominations are open until June 30th, and we'll be celebrating our awardees October 15th at Hollywood Casino Bangor. Nomination form: https://forms.gle/uA9RERKBC3kzigqv9.

22/06/2026

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS: Free AI training for Maine businesses! Transform your Maine business with cutting-edge AI skills through MERC AI!.

What you'll get:
• Up to 3 Coursera licenses per business
• Unlimited access to Coursera's GenAI catalog
• Self-paced learning tailored to YOUR business needs
• Courses for every skill level from AI basics to advanced applications

No experience needed—just be Maine-based and ready to innovate! Supported by MTI and USM School of Business. Space limited!
Apply now: https://www.mainetechnology.org/explore-funding-programs/maine-entrepreneurial-resource-corps-merc/merc-ai/

19/06/2026

The 2026 Federal Funding Summit is here! Join us in Waterville on July 16th to learn how to navigate SBIR/STTR opportunities, connect with agency experts, and strengthen your funding strategy.

🪴What you'll gain:
How to identify the right Agency for your technology or idea
Overview of more than $4 billion in federal research and development funding opportunities
Navigate program requirements and develop strong, competitive applications
Understand agency priorities, topics, and proposal expectations
Access pro-bono Maine assistance, research partners, and commercialization resources
Opportunities to discuss your innovation and research needs in 1:1 meetings with agency representatives

If you find a fit with a specific Agency and don’t’ know where to start, attend this Summit – and the TAP team can help! With pro bono support from MTI’s TAP team, companies have a higher chance of being funded

📍 Greene Block + Studios, Waterville
📅 July 16, 2026
💲 Free to attend (space is limited)
Registration now open: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-federal-funding-summit-tickets-1988643999736

Check out the flyer for more info:https://www.mainetechnology.org/wp-content/uploads/2026-Federal-Funding-Summit-edited.pdf

18/06/2026

🏡 Maine needs more affordable housing, and Zero Energy Homes is helping meet that challenge with solar-powered, energy-efficient homes built with more than 80% Maine and regional materials.

🚀 Supported by Maine Technology Institute through PRIME 2, MERC, and Business Innovation Funding, Zero Energy Homes has validated its model, launched production, leased an 18,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Wiscasset, and is building a pipeline of customers through 2027.

📖 Read the full Innovation Spotlight to learn how Zero Energy Homes is combining affordable housing, clean energy, modular construction, and Maine-made materials to create a scalable housing solution for Maine communities: https://www.mainetechnology.org/impact/innovator-spotlight/zero-energy-homes/

17/06/2026

🚗 On the Road with Mainebiz is headed to Houlton!

Join us on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 4 PM at the Downunder Sports Bar in Houlton, for an engaging evening of networking, bites and beverages, and valuable insights into the business scene.

⭐ Don’t miss your chance to connect with fellow professionals and explore what Mainebiz has to offer!

🔗 Register here for tickets: https://mainebiz.biz/event/otr-houlton/

16/06/2026

Meet Tamara StClaire, Advisory Board Member for the Maine Life Sciences Center at Maine Technology Institute. As Chief Strategy and Business Transformation Officer at MaineHealth and President of Trellis Health, Tamara brings expertise in healthcare innovation, strategy, and entrepreneurship to Maine’s growing life sciences ecosystem.

🩺 “We're small enough to collaborate and move quickly, but large enough to create solutions that can have national relevance.”

Tamara sees Maine as an ideal place to develop solutions to healthcare challenges while strengthening connections between research, healthcare, entrepreneurs, and investors through the Maine Life Sciences Center.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time on Maine’s coastline and listening to jazz.

👉 Learn more about Tamara here: https://www.mainetechnology.org/updates/meet-tamara-stclaire/

15/06/2026

Congrats to Tootie's Tempeh, an MTI-funded company, for winning a 2026 Good Food Award for their Traditional and Curry Seasoned tempeh. Selected from more than 1,200 entries through a blind tasting, they were among 198 makers awarded for their outstanding taste, quality, and responsible production, values at the core of Tootie's. Their tempeh's nutty and buttery flavor, non bitter taste, and fermentation process that eliminates plastic bags are definitely worth celebrating!

11/06/2026

🚀 Maine Accelerates Growth Monthly Meetup

Entrepreneurs, founders, and innovators — this is your community!
Join us every third Thursday, 11 AM – 12 PM (ET) for an hour of connection, inspiration, and insight from Maine startups and the organizations fueling their growth.

What to expect each month:
🚀 Startup spotlights & founder stories
💡 Presentations from ecosystem partners
📢 Updates from MTI + DECD
🤝 Networking with Maine’s innovation community

📅 Next meetup: Thursday, June 18 | 11 AM – 12 PM ET
🔗 Join us on Zoom:
Meeting ID: 885 1364 7732 | Passcode: 141648

10/06/2026

Thank you to Maine Technology Institute for helping make this year's Maine Entrepreneurs Summit our biggest yet!

With 300+ attendees, impactful workshops, exciting networking opportunities, and a standout Pitch Competition, the Summit showcased the strength and momentum of Maine's entrepreneurial community.

We're grateful for MTI's continued partnership and dedication to supporting innovators and emerging businesses across the state. Congratulations to this year's Top Gun winners, S**o Bay Sea Farms!

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