Coastal Enterprises, Inc. (CEI) is a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) that provides financing and technical assistance to small and medium-sized businesses, focusing on natural resource-based industries, community facilities, renewable energy, and affordable housing. CEI serves communities in Maine, New England, and rural U.S. regions. Their target audience includes entrepreneurs and businesses in these sectors. CEI's unique selling proposition is its holistic approach to community development, integrating finance, business expertise, and policy solutions to foster equitable and sustainable local economies. This approach emphasizes social equity, environmental sustainability, and economic growth[1][2][3].