Why Juice? Why You?

If you read a newspaper, work, or drink coffee at a local coffee shop, you have undoubtedly heard about Juice. But like so much information we encounter it may be something that sounds familiar but has not registered on your radar. For those of you fully aware you might think it sounds interesting, but why does it have value for me?

At its most basic level Juice 2.0 is about the economic future of Maine. It is a forum for the innovative, creative, prestigious and yes sometimes wacky minds that strive to make Maine a viable economic environment. It offers insights to thriving businesses and entrepreneurial ideas in their infancy and provides knowledgeable resources to help with financing, marketing and networking ideas.

As a seasoned worker I am interested to learn how old challenges are met with new ideas. I also find that an old idea may have new relevance in an emerging market. Young careerists can benefit by learning about trends in their area or other areas that might be of interest, as they contemplate the future direction of their working future. Individuals concerned about building or refurbishing homes can learn about new materials and green trends to save them money while being kind to the environment. New entrants to the job market might learn about an industry or organization that they can be passionate about. Stay at home parents, seniors and professional volunteers might discover new community centric ideas they can help to bring alive in their own communities.

If you are interested in making a living in Maine, if you hope your children will have jobs that will keep them here, if you have an idea that you would like to bring to fruition, if you are interested in creativity, passion and the courage to bring an idea to reality or you want to feel confident the Maine economy can evolve with sustainability, you will savor the experience of Juice.

Post courtesy of Lee Heffner, Midcoast Magnet blogger