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Business & Innovation Speaker: Allison Byers

November 4, 2026 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM (EST)

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Join the Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and Bates College for an inspiring and thought-provoking speaker event featuring Allison Byers—entrepreneur, investor, author, and speaker whose work on entrepreneurship, innovation, and startup ecosystems has inspired audiences across the country.

Allison brings a unique perspective on what it takes to build companies, support entrepreneurs, and create thriving communities where innovation can flourish. Through her experiences as both a founder and investor, she offers practical insights into entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, and the forces shaping the future of business.

Whether you're an established business leader, aspiring entrepreneur, investor, student, or simply curious about the future of entrepreneurship, this conversation will offer fresh ideas and meaningful takeaways.

Presented by the LA Metro Chamber in partnership with Bates College, this event brings together the business, academic, and entrepreneurial communities of Lewiston-Auburn for an evening focused on ideas, connection, and opportunity.

Come hear Allison's story, gain new perspectives, and connect with others who are helping shape the next generation of Maine businesses and leaders.

This speaking event is free to attend but registration is required. 

About the speaker

Allison Byers is the author of Fundraising for The Rest of Us, a #1 Amazon New Release in both Venture Capital and Crowdfunding, and Founder & CEO of Scroobious, a relationship-first capital access platform. She is a recognized voice on the structural gaps in early-stage investing and an advocate for policy and technology that expand who gets funded. Allison's work sits at the intersection of startups, capital formation, and ecosystem building.

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Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
Name: Justin Morin
Phone: 2077832249
Email: justin@lametrochamber.com
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