Maine Business Hall of Fame
Congratulations to the 2025 Laureates.
Their exceptional leadership and accomplishments have played a pivotal role in Maine's economy and communities.
Join JA's Maine Business Hall of Fame and over 400 business leaders from around the state for an evening of honoring these distinguished laureates and hearing from students impacted by their JA Maine learning experiences.
LuAnn Ballesteros, Vice President, External and Government Affairs, The Jackson Laboratory
David Greene, President, Colby College
Guy Langevin, Executive Advisor, Dead River Company
This event is one of the largest in the state, bringing together over 400 leaders, and considered one of the most impactful for connecting with peers and networking. It's a platform to recognize individuals who have track record in business excellence and allows students to share their experiences with JA.
Save the date for this year's event: October 29, 2025, Holiday Inn by the Bay, Portland.
Evening Agenda:
5:00pm - 5:30pm: Laureate Networking Reception (invite only)
5:30pm - 6:30pm: Networking Reception
6:30pm - 7:30pm: Dinner
7:30pm - 8:30pm: Awards
Important Information:
The Holiday Inn by the Bay is a CASH ONLY bar
Dress Code: Business Attire
Parking: Free event parking in the hotel garage
Their exceptional leadership and accomplishments have played a pivotal role in Maine's economy and communities.
Join JA's Maine Business Hall of Fame and over 400 business leaders from around the state for an evening of honoring these distinguished laureates and hearing from students impacted by their JA Maine learning experiences.
LuAnn Ballesteros, Vice President, External and Government Affairs, The Jackson Laboratory
David Greene, President, Colby College
Guy Langevin, Executive Advisor, Dead River Company
This event is one of the largest in the state, bringing together over 400 leaders, and considered one of the most impactful for connecting with peers and networking. It's a platform to recognize individuals who have track record in business excellence and allows students to share their experiences with JA.
Save the date for this year's event: October 29, 2025, Holiday Inn by the Bay, Portland.
Evening Agenda:
5:00pm - 5:30pm: Laureate Networking Reception (invite only)
5:30pm - 6:30pm: Networking Reception
6:30pm - 7:30pm: Dinner
7:30pm - 8:30pm: Awards
Important Information:
The Holiday Inn by the Bay is a CASH ONLY bar
Dress Code: Business Attire
Parking: Free event parking in the hotel garage
Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
Innovation Sponsors
MMG Insurance
Leadership Sponsors
Katahdin Trust Company, United Insurance, Unum
Supporting Sponsors
Kennebec Savings Bank, Machias Savings Bank, Maine Community Bank
Become a Sponsor!
Sponsorships for these events are critical for Junior Achievement to continue providing life-changing programs to students in our community. These programs are delivered at no cost to students. You can make a difference in the lives of these students by participating in this world-class event! Contact us to get more information on how to sponsor a JA Event!
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