FALMOUTH — The Falmouth Economic Improvement Committee is hosting an evening of conversation and networking for the local business community.

The inaugural Falmouth Business Forum will be held 5-7 p.m. Jan. 30 at the Portland Country Club. The session will include comments from Town Manager Nathan Poore and a keynote address by Steve Woods, president and CEO of TideSmart Global.

The event is free and open to the public. Residents are welcome to provide feedback on how the town can be more helpful in ensuring the success of local businesses. Light refreshments will be served and a cash bar will be open.