Food Entrepreneur Pathway: Pre-Incubation Application Form
Section 1: Applicant Information
Name
*
First Name
Last Name
Address
Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Business Name
Email
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Business Website/Social Media Links:
What is your age?
Under 20 years
20-34 years
35-49 years
50-64 years
65-84 years
How would you best describe yourself? Please check all that apply:
Black/African American
Native American
Asian
Hispanic
White (Non-hispanic)
I prefer not to answer
Other
Other:
Section 2: Business Overview
Type of Business: (Check all that apply)
Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG)
Mobile Food Vendor
Caterer
Chef/Food Service
Other (Please specify below)
Other:
Business Start Date:
Current Business Stage:
Pre-Launch (Thinking about idea)
Launched (1-3 years of operation)
Established (3+ years, scaling new product line or operations)
Phasing Down
Are you currently operating out of:
Licensed Home Kitchen
Commerical Kitchen
Other (please specify below)
Is your business...
The primary source of income?
a secondary source of income?
Other
How many people does the business employ, including YOU? (please list types such as part time year round, part-time seasonal, full-time year round, full-time seasonal)
How did you find out about this business program? Check all that apply?
Email Newsletter
Social Media
Word of Mouth
Flyer/Brochure
Main Street Skowhegan Website
Other
Is this your first time participating in a program by Main Street Skowhegan? Please state Yes or No. If no, what program(s) have you attended?
Do you have access to the Internet? (Please check all that apply)
Yes, At work
Yes, At home
Yes, other location
No
Other:
Section 3: Business Details
Describe your business and products. (500 words max)
Why did you start your business/develop your product? (500 words max)
What are your current goals for your business? (e.g., growth, scaling, launching a new product, etc.)
What do you hope to gain from participating in this program?
Section 4: Current Operations and Challenges
How do you currently produce your product?
What are your biggest challenges in scaling, growing, or starting your business?
Have you previously participated in any entrepreneurial programs? If yes, please describe:
Section 5: Financial and Business Documentation
Please upload the following documents (if applicable):
Business Plan (PDF or Word Format)
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Current Financial Statements: (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement)
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Projected Financials (if available):
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Licenses, Certifications, Insurance (e.g., ServeSafe, Home Kitchen License)
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Section 6: Readiness for the Program
Do you have access to reliable transportation to attend weekly classes?
Yes
No
Are you available to dedicate approximately 5-10 hours weekly for classes, advising, and hands-on work?
Yes
No
Do you commit to participating in the final Celebration Market? (At the end of the program, we host a festive market where participants showcase their products, offer samples or sales, and connect with the community, sponsors, and media — all to celebrate their hard work and kickstart their food business journey.)
Yes
No
Section 7: Additional Information
What sets your product/business apart from others in the market?
Have you received any awards or recognition for your business? If yes, please describe:
Have you been awarded any funding or capital to assist in starting, growing or scaling your product/business? If yes, please describe:
Is there anything else you'd like us to know about your business or background?
Section 8: Declaration and Signature
I certify that the information provided in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that acceptance into the program is competitive and based on program criteria and review of my application materials.
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