2023 Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce Annual Report

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Committee & Program Reports Strategic Vision 2022-2024 Issues of Impact 2024 REPRESENTING 21 COMMUNITIES:

Member List

BANGOR, BRADLEY, BREWER, CARMEL, DEDHAM, EDDINGTON, GLENBURN, HAMPDEN, HERMON, HOLDEN, HUDSON, KENDUSKEAG, LEVANT, MILFORD, NEWBURGH, OLD TOWN, ORONO, ORRINGTON, PENOBSCOT NATION, VEAZIE AND WINTERPORT

PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMMING OF THE CHAMBER:

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Table of Contents The Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce was established in 1911. It is currently one of the largest Chambers in the state of Maine offering a range of programs to its members and the public.

Our program of work includes business development as well as advocacy efforts and community betterment programs. We provide direct programs to our members including educational seminars, networking opportunities and leadership development.

As one of the state’s oldest Chambers we work to ensure we remain relevant to the needs of our members and our region. The Chamber is truly a regional chamber representing businesses from 21 communities: Bangor, Bradley, Brewer, Carmel, Dedham, Eddington, Glenburn, Hampden, Hermon, Holden, Hudson, Kenduskeag, Levant, Milford, Newburgh, Old Town, Orono, Orrington, Penobscot Nation, Veazie and Winterport.

4 Chamber Staff, Officers, Directors 5 Chair Report - Jaclyn Fish Chamber Staff 6 A Note from our Chamber President Deb Neuman 7 Treasurer’s Report 8 Membership Committee Update 9 Advocacy Efforts 10 Strategic Vision 2022-2024 12-13 Issues of Impact 2024 PROGRAM REPORTS: 14-15 FUSION:Bangor Bangor Region Leadership Institute MEMBERSHIP: 16-19 Membership List

BANGOR REGION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Phone: (207) 947-0307 | Fax: (207) 990-1427 bangorregion.com Chamber Office: 2 Hammond Street, Suite One

2023-2024 Annual Report: DESIGN & LAYOUT: Shelley Sund

VP, Director of Marketing & Events

PRINTING: Bangor Letter Shop

Information in the this publication was carefully compiled to ensure maximum accuracy.

However, the Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce cannot guarantee the correctness of the information provided herein. For the most current information available about the region, our programs or our members, please visit www.bangorregion.com.

2024 Chamber Board of Directors OFFICERS:

Jaclyn Fish

David Dunning

Jodi Reynolds

Board Chair Bangor Savings Bank

Past Chair S.W. Cole Engineering

Chair Elect/Treasurer BerryDunn

Nettie Kilby

Judy Long

Membership Committee Chair Bangor Area Staffing Solutions

Versant Power

Policy Liaison

DIRECTORS:

Jason Clay Community Council Chair Governor’s Restaurants

Woodrow Cross II

Renee Doble

Cross Insurance Agency

Brewer Economic Development

Joan Ferrini-Mundy

Heather Furth Orono Brewing Company

University of Maine

PROGRAMS 2024

FUSION:Bangor Steering Committee Maria Andrew Chair Cross Insurance Agency

Zackary Haynes Vice Chair Key Bank

Kristen McAlpine

Janet Kelle

Philip Henry

Chris Kilgour

Husson University

Canuck Investments

C&L Aviation Group

First National Bank

Austin Muchemore

Kelly Pearson

Shirar Patterson

Tim Pease

Hollywood Hotel, Casino & Raceway

Northern Light Health

Heart of Maine United Way

Rudman Winchell

Victoria Pereira Past Chair Colby College

Stephen Speronis Treasurer Northeast Credit Union

Bangor Region Leadership Institute Steering Committee Jeffrey Pangburn Chair TD Bank

Thank You to

Kristen Card Past Chair Heart of Maine United Way

Jessamine Pottle

Vice Chair ( will not be voted on until June)

Shane Tatro Treasurer Versant Power

Liz Russell

Karen Shorey

Aimee Thibodeau

Eastern Maine Community College

Impact Leadership Group

Bangor International Airport

who completed her service to the Board of Directors in 2023

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Our Board Chair:

Full Speed Ahead

Jaclyn Fish, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, Director of Marketing & Community Relations BANGOR SAVINGS BANK

Prior to its current downtown Bangor location, the Chamber was situated where the Bangor Savings Bank campus is now headquartered. Before that, it occupied a small building on Maine Avenue, where I attended my first Chamber meeting through FUSION:Bangor over ten years ago. Eager to connect with young professionals, I joined their board. I vividly remember a time when community leaders like Dan Tremble, Andy Hamilton, and Mary Jane Irving walked by on their way to a Chamber Board of Directors meeting. I was curious about their agenda and wanted to join the conversation. Their leadership, alongside others, inspired me.

As I approach my final year as Board Chair, I’m thrilled to announce that in 2023, the Chamber is progressing at full speed!

We’ve welcomed our largest group of directors, with eight new leaders bringing diverse strengths to the Board. All 21 board members are committed to advancing the Chamber’s mission and promoting a vital and healthy business environment.

We began the year at the Cross Insurance Center for the Annual Breakfast and Annual Dinner, embracing a “new normal.”

Our advocacy efforts shaped policy conversations at Hot Stove sessions led

by Jason Clay. They connected us with the Maine State Chamber, Washington, Augusta, and local representation. We learned how to testify on bills, engaged with the Maine

Lobsterman Association, and revisited issues like PFAS. Membership flourished through networking, with Nettie Kilby’s committee ensuring members felt supported. Business After Hours and golf tournaments thrived, ribbon cuttings and an economic summit were successful, and leadership luncheons and roundtable sessions made a meaningful impact. The Chamber’s programs have great momentum, with FUSION and BRLI developing leaders, while Building Bridges is planning 7TH UP. Mindful of the economic landscape, we are managing expenses and operations with care. In collaboration with our Vice Chair and Treasurer, Jodi Reynolds, the executive and finance committee are identifying ways to generate new revenue and enhance efficiency. Our focus extends to better supporting tourism and addressing critical issues, including substance abuse, the unhoused, and affordable housing. We will also refer to the Issues of Impact to guide us in addressing opportunities.

I am grateful to be part of an organization making a positive impact on our community.

Special thanks to Deb and Team Chamber for their unwavering dedication to ensuring the Bangor Region remains a vibrant place to live, work, and have fun. And to all those leaders who inspired and mentored me over time, thank you!

Chamber Staff

Deb Neuman President, CEO

Shelley Sund Vice President, Director of Marketing & Events

Marcia Baker

Shelly Reilly

Administrative Professional

Director of Programs

JR Mitchell Director of Membership & Sales

Tina DeMerchant Bookkeeper The CPA Solution, Inc.

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Our PRESIDENT:

Working Together

Deb Neuman, President & CEO BANGOR REGION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

If I had to define what stands out for me in 2023, the word that comes to mind is “collaboration”.

Our chamber worked with many businesses and organizations on issues of interest to the 21 communities we serve. Meetings and events were held in partnership with other organizations to address and discuss workforce, tourism, homelessness, mental health, housing, childcare and more. We were at the table to assist other organizations with their strategic plans and vision for the future.

Oftentimes the role of the chamber is as “convenor”. Bringing people together in a manner that allows for honest, open and productive dialogue about issues that matter.

Sometimes this results in immediate change or solutions, but more often it is the beginning of laying the foundation that will lead to positive change in the future.

We are fortunate to live and work in a community where collaboration is more common than competition.

There is a culture here of helping and supporting one another. Coming together to find solutions in a positive and productive way without focusing on who will “get the credit.”

As we look to the future, we will continue to collaborate, coordinate, convene and engage in conversations that matter to our region.

2024 will be my eighth year serving as President and CEO. It has also been my pleasure to serve as the

President of the Maine Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives.

That experience has taught me that every chamber is different. But the one thing we have in common are leaders who are truly committed to the work and making a positive difference.

I am fortunate to work with a team of amazing people who are equally committed to the chamber and extremely talented. I am grateful for our Board of Directors who govern and “show up” in so many ways to ensure our continued success and sustainability. I am thankful for everyone who supports the chamber through their membership, sponsorship, volunteering and more.

Together we are making a difference.

I recall my mom, who has led organizations herself, giving me some valuable (and humbling) advice. “As a leader, your responsibility is to prepare the organization for the next leader and to always make decisions based on what is best for the organization, not what is best for or easiest for you.

Surround yourself with people who know more than you in the areas you are weakest and let them shine.”

I am fortunate that I get to do this work on behalf of our amazing members who make the Bangor region the best place to live, work, learn, love and play.

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Treasurer’s report In 2023, the Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce managed to uphold financial stability despite contending with the impact of inflation. Revenues trended close to budget and well over 2022 levels, however expenses surpassed the increase in income. As illustrated in the pie charts below, the most substantial expense hikes originated from catering, venue rental, and publishing expenditures. Chamber staff and the Board of Directors are working diligently to increase revenues and reduce expenses while maintaining a high level of support to our members.

In 2020 and 2021, the chamber received two Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL), which are low interest rate loans from the Small Business Administration. These funds, along with an available line of credit, served as a cushion to address cash flow shortages stemming from inflation and the ongoing recuperation from revenue losses incurred in 2021 and 2022. Repayment of the EIDL funds began in 2023.

As we progress into 2024, a portion of the EIDL funds have been utilized, while the line of credit remains untapped. The Chamber’s accounts payable remain current and accounts receivable are in good standing.

In December 2023, the Board of Directors approved the 2024 budget that will be monitored throughout the year and adjusted as necessary to responsibly manage expenses, payables, receivables and cash flows to keep the organization financially stable through 2024. The Chamber contracts with the CPA Solution, LLC for bookkeeping services, financial oversight, tax preparation and filing. The Chamber is current and in good standing with tax and corporate filings.

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Nettie Kilby Bangor Area Staffing Solutions Committee Chair 2024

Membership Committee Update

Allison Arbo Living Innovations Paul Berube Maine Savings FCU Barb Dalton BBD Marketing, LLC

By Nettie Kilby, Membership Committe Chair

Renee Doble City of Brewer

Having been part of the Membership Committee for many years, I have seen many changes. Yet one thing that hasn’t changed is the committee’s commitment to ensuring that every chamber member feels welcome, understands the benefits we offer and assists them in building meaningful business relationships.

It was only fitting that we started 2023 with the Annual Business Breakfast, where Mark Pellon, a long-time chamber volunteer, was recognized for his contributions. Our dedicated volunteers then hit the ground running at the Annual Awards Dinner setting up tables for 1000 guests and boxing up 1000 cupcakes! Volunteering for Chamber events including the dinner, golf challenges, and ribbon cuttings is a fun and great way to build relationships.

Our committee plays a crucial role in fostering a sense of belonging within the chamber community. For example, at events such as “Business After Hours”, one of our “Chamber Champions” would be happy to make introductions and connections to those in attendance. You can spot our committee members aka “Chamber Champions” by our buffalo plaid lanyards!

We are also here to help you make the most of your chamber membership by providing valuable assistance and answering any questions you may have.

Please reach out to JR Mitchell, Director of Membership & Sales, myself, or anyone on the chamber team to request assistance and we will be happy to connect you with one of our volunteers.

As I complete my first year as Chair of the Membership Committee, I want to thank JR for his help to make this committee a success and the committee members who dedicate their valuable time and effort to help the chamber, an organization crucial to a vital business community.

Looking to get more involved in 2024? We are always happy to have members join our merry band of Chamber Champion volunteers and we look forward to seeing you at a chamber event!

Brandy Ellis Darling’s Agency Jennifer Goddard Thriving Proof: Heal From the Inside Out Cheryl Gray Bar Harbor Bank & Trust Molly Henry Henry’s Bridal Boutique & Formal Wear Amanda Johnson Somic America Inc. Elena Metzger PrintBangor Mark Nicholson Lazarus Coaching & Consulting, LLC Suzanne Scroggins Mind Over Matter Personal Training Karen Shorey Impact Leadership Group Erin Smith W.S. Emerson Co. Inc. Holly Taylor Better Homes and Gardens, The Masiello Group Janine Tremble Maine Savings FCU Paige Wilcox Wilcox Wellness & Fitness

Looking to get more involved in 2024? We are always happy to have members join our merry band of Chamber Champion volunteers.

Eric Wise Northeast Pain Management

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Advocacy Efforts More than ever, advocacy for Chamber members is an important role for the Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce staff and board of directors. We work closely with all levels of government to ensure that our members have a voice when changes in policy and legislation are discussed.

Every year we review our annual “Issues of Impact.” This serves as a guide for our advocacy and programming efforts, highlighting the issues of greatest importance to our members and region. These issues include policies and initiatives relevant to workforce, health care, social equity, energy and climate, housing, childcare, connectivity, innovation, transportation, and taxation.

During the spring we hosted four “Hot Stove” events that brought together policy makers and experts with our members and community leaders to provide an opportunity for constructive conversations. We were fortunate to host one “virtual” Hot Stove and three in-person events this year, with presenters from the Maine State Chamber of Commerce and Maine Lobsterman’s Association. We held a session reviewing “How to Testify” on a bill in the legislature, and a general discussion of active bills later in the session. While a “virtual” meeting can certainly be convenient on a cold January morning, it was great to see members and policy makers face to face in conversation once again.

Constructive conversation about many bills was had at these sessions, which carried over into advocacy from members and our board of directors at the state Legislative level through testimony. We spent quite a bit of time sharing our members’ concerns and ideas about PFAS, paid family leave, employee surveillance, and more through the many bills heard during the session.

Our Early Bird Breakfast series focused on many of these issues as well, providing a space for conversation about challenges in the Bangor Region. These conversations included the unhoused, energy and electricity, substance abuse, and an economic summit held in May. If you would like to know more about or participate in the Chamber’s advocacy efforts, please reach out to BRCC President and CEO, Deb Neuman at deb@bangorregion.com

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BANGOR REGION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Strategic Vision 2022-2024 VISION: To promote and advance a vital, healthy business environment.

MISSION: The Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce is a member-centric organization whose mission is to advance the economic vitality of the region by promoting business growth, talent development and networking while advocating for our membership.

CORE VALUES: MEMBER-CENTRIC BRCC’s strength comes from its membership. We will strive to advance the prosperity of our members and focus on delivering value through our programs, advocacy, education and services.

OPERATIONAL INTEGRITY BRCC will be a high performing, innovative and financially sound organization focused on achieving best practices consistent with the Chamber industry.

SUPPORTING THE REGION BRCC will respond to challenges by leveraging our programs and partners to advocate for our members who live and work in our 21 communities.

CULTURE BRCC promotes an organizational culture that empowers employees to lead and take ownership of their work within a supportive, team environment. BRCC also engages its board, programs, and volunteers so that input leads to action to best serve our members.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION BRCC will embrace and support diversity, equity, and inclusivity so we can expand our membership, support their employees, enliven our communities, and grow the region.

STRATEGIC FOCUS AREAS: WELCOMING VISITORS AND NEW RESIDENTS BRCC will serve as a resource for visitors and newcomers to the region.

Strategy:

• Respond to inquiries and provide travel and relocation assistance • Serve as a resource and “connector” for new and existing residents • Partner with travel and tourism entities to facilitate and support efforts to make Bangor a travel destination

BUSINESS ADVOCACY BRCC will be Maine’s strongest regional business advocacy organization, focusing on issues important to the region’s economic vitality.

Strategy:

• Educate and inform our members about issues important to the business community • Make recommendations to policymakers regarding issues that affect our members and region • Engage elected officials, members, and stakeholders about issues of importance • Encourage members to actively participate in advocacy

PROMOTING BUSINESS SUCCESS

CONNECTING OUR MEMBERSHIP

BRCC will lead efforts to promote the strength of the Bangor Region’s business community.

BRCC will be the go-to resource for connections to help members achieve their goals.

Strategy:

• Showcase why the region is a great place to live, work, start and grow a business • Spotlight and celebrate the successes of our members • Support and promote projects that will grow business opportunities in the region and help entrepreneurs thrive • Serve as a point of contact and conduit for new businesses development opportunities

Strategy:

• Provide the largest, most connected network of potential customers, partners and employees in the region • Provide opportunities to connect our members to each other and expand their networks • Connect our members to the resources to grow their businesses

TALENT DEVELOPMENT BRCC recognizes that a strong workforce is a key ingredient for growth and will foster efforts to develop and connect talent in the region.

Strategy:

• Through our affiliated programs (BRLI, FUSION, Building Bridges) and partners, develop and sustain a talent pipeline of future leaders • Connect member employers and potential employees • Support efforts to attract and retain a strong talent pool in our region

2024

BANGOR REGION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

ISSUES of IMPACT

Health Care: Health care remains a chief concern among employers as a significant cost of doing business, while this sector also serves, attracts, and retains employees and business leaders in our region.

The Chamber supports: • Initiatives to support all sectors of health care services to recover from continued economic challenges made more severe by the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Strategies to reduce the cost of health care premiums for our members and their employees.

• Initiatives to engage local communities to provide access to evidence based treatment for Mainers suffering from substance use disorder.

• Results focused work with health care organizations, higher education, policy makers and others to solve the shortage of nurses, physicians and entry level healthcare workers.

• Policies focused on social detriments of health including reducing poverty, food insecurity, domestic violence, crime and child abuse.

Housing & Neighborhoods: A diverse, affordable and sustainable housing stock, along with safe, vibrant and welcoming communities is critical to attracting and retaining workers and their families to our region.

The Chamber supports: • The development of rental units and affordable housing, to attract more residents and spur economic activity.

• More housing options for individuals, families and retirees through rehabilitating aging housing stock and investments in new housing developments.

• Initiatives to make communities, downtowns and neighborhoods safe and attractive to those who wish to live and recreate in the same communities where they work.

• Initiatives to develop new and innovative ways to build, heat and power homes and businesses.

• Smart and effective public policies, including state and local tax incentives designed to attract investment in our housing infrastructure.

• Policies and initiatives to assist the unhoused population find suitable and affordable safe housing.

Childcare: Access to affordable and reliable childcare is necessary to ensure working families can remain in the workforce.

The Chamber supports: • Initiatives at the local, state and federal level to support the creation of new and the expansion of existing childcare facilities.

• Opportunities and incentives for employers to provide onsite childcare.

• Expanding educational opportunities to increase the availability of childcare providers and workers.

• Solutions that will allow existing childcare providers to offer competitive wages and benefits to attract and retain workers.

Transportation & Infrastructure: A robust transportation system and investments in infrastructure supports economic growth, spurs job creation, and enhances the quality of life and attractiveness of our region.

The Chamber supports: • A comprehensive state plan including infrastructure investments for the repair, maintenance and expansion of roads and bridges.

• Public transportation, pedestrian and recreational amenities that enhance the livability and attractiveness of our region for residents and visitors.

• Supporting the operations and expansion of the Bangor International Airport including passenger, freight and ground services.

• Preservation, upgrading and expansion of transportation options including bus, rail and ports.

• Expansion of the availability and infrastructure to support electric vehicles.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship: The future of our region’s economy and workforce is tied to investments in innovation, research, development and commercialization.

The Chamber supports: • Increasing investment in research, development and commercialization.

• Converting research into new businesses and jobs by supporting business accelerators, incubators and related programs.

• Attracting and retaining students for future jobs through investments in modern STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) educational facilities.

• Efforts to create, develop and promote an environment that fosters entrepreneurship and innovation.

• Opportunities for young entrepreneurs to help them develop as leaders and foster a social network to support their growth.

The Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce works to promote and advance a vital, healthy business environment, advocating for public policy that will help our members and the 21 communities we serve to grow and prosper. Rather than simply react to what policymakers propose, the chamber will proactively and strategically define its agenda and move it forward through our advocacy efforts as outlined here.

These issues will drive the chamber's advocacy efforts and programming in 2024, including our Hot Stove and Early Bird Breakfast events. Please join us and be part of the conversation. Visit bangorregion.com to stay informed.

Taxation & Policy: A heavy tax burden on Maine people and businesses discourages growth and impedes the ability to attract and retain professionals and their families to work and live in our region.

The Chamber supports tax policies that: • Encourage business investment and growth, consistent with federal law so as not to further burden Maine businesses.

• Does not increase (and ideally reduce) the overall tax burden for Maine people and businesses.

Education & Workforce Development: A continuum of lifelong educational opportunity and achievement is essential to the region’s economic health and quality of life.

The Chamber supports: • Efforts and initiatives that provide access and reduce barriers to increase the number of individuals achieving credentials of value from pre-k to higher education.

• Creating opportunities for people of all ages to explore and pursue careers in our region through expanded program pathways, internships, experiential learning and apprenticeships.

• Collaboration between businesses, educational institutions and governmental agencies to encourage workforce development and training focused on the needs of employers.

• Coordination of post secondary opportunities with economic development initiatives focused on the preservation and expansion of Maine’s natural resource assets.

Energy & Climate Change:

• Makes Maine more attractive for the recruitment and retention of residents and workers to meet the workforce needs of employers.

An energy and climate change policy that encourages and facilitates lowering energy costs for Maine residents and businesses while protecting the environment.

• Provides an incentive for retirees to stay in Maine as well as attracting others.

• Reducing barriers to permitting, siting and construction of wind, biofuel, solar and geothermal technologies.

• Incentivizes the adoption of new technologies that reduce the cost burden to Maine people and businesses.

• Benefits the tourism and hospitality sector and its infrastructure.

The Chamber supports: • Strategies, programs, policies and incentives that encourage businesses and homeowners to weatherize and upgrade to more efficient heating, cooling, lighting and refrigeration systems.

• Improving energy infrastructure through investments in energy storage, transmission and distribution networks.

• Policies and initiatives that address the effects of climate change by seeking cost-effective solutions for Maine businesses and people.

Social Equity Impact: Addressing social issues in our region is critical to fostering a healthy, vibrant, and productive community and workforce.

The Chamber supports: • Embracing a culture of and continuing education focused on diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility with our members and community.

• The integration of service members, veterans, individuals in recovery, justice involved and those with disabilities into our communities and workforce.

• Initiatives that welcome new citizens and families to our region while assisting them with their transition.

• Programs that provide community members with opportunities to engage with and contribute as volunteers and workers.

• Efforts that address the needs of and are working to find long-term solutions for the unhoused population.

Connectivity & Communications: Broadband capacity and communication capabilities are critical to economic development and to the attraction and retention of businesses and workers to our region.

The Chamber supports: • Cost-effective policies and investments that will allow for greater permeation of high speed broadband to support employers and remote workers, educational institutions, health care providers, tech based companies and home based businesses.

• Economic development strategies to attract companies and remote workers with a high demand for bandwidth, leveraging the infrastructure that is in place.

• Promotion of regional collaboration between communities for shared resources including public/private broadband partnerships.

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FUSION:Bangor Steering Committee 2023 Victoria Pereira Chair Colby College

Maria Andrew Vice Chair Cross Insurance Agency

Stephen Speronis Treasurer Northeast Credit Union

Matt Dexter Past Chair Christine B. Foundation

Shelly Reilly Director of Programs BRCC

Paul Berube Maine Savings FCU

Kali Boulier Machias Savings Bank

Melissa Bucholz Maine Catholic Charities

Blake Dyer First National Bank

Zack Haynes KeyBank

Mike Hockenbury Rudman and Winchell

Macie Melvin Chez Renee Team Realty of Maine

Matty Miles Penobscot County FCU

Amanda Millay St. Joseph’s Healthcare

Parker Sanderson First National Bank

Victoria Sorrentino Northern Light Health Children’s Miracle Network

Brian Sturgeon Chez Renee Team Realty of Maine

Ryan Tribou

Gifford Electric

By Victoria Periera, 2023 Steering Committee Chair

Eighteen years later, FUSION:Bangor remains true to its mission of uplifting emerging leaders through connection and engagement to ensure the Bangor Region remains the premier place to live, work, and play. Who is FUSION today? We are a diverse group of enthusiastic, supportive and civic-minded professionals from various stages in our careers who look to elevate one another and expand our networks to grow personally and professionally.

In 2023, Fusion experienced significant growth within our Steering Committee and programming. We embraced new members and ideas that propelled our efforts in the community. We started the year in partnership with the Bangor Region Leadership Institute (BRLI) and hosted a January speed networking event. Through our collective efforts, the event was sold out in days!

As we continued to create more networking opportunities for like-minded individuals, we re-branded our monthly networking events as “FUSION:First”, held the first Thursday of the month at various locations including the Cross Insurance Center, Haley Ward, the Durgin Center, and the Stage Door. In addition to our networking events, FUSION’s Sports Committee had a successful season with one of the largest Dodgeball leagues to date. With sixteen teams participating, we experienced friendly competition and wellness during the

cold winter months.

FUSION’s Community Committee hosted three “lunch and learns” as part of our “Feed Your Brain” series that focused on FUSION’s annual theme of growing our careers. Topics ranged from non-profit organizations and volunteer opportunities, to self-care, stress management, and workforce development.

Our annual “Summit” returned in November, focused on education and workforce development. Breakout sessions covered a diverse range of topics, including workforce through the generations, the CEO lens of creating positive culture and internships.

To close out the year, FUSION hosted its annual FUSION:101 event to promote the organization, and recruit more members.

Thanks to the Cole Land Transportation Museum for hosting and supporting our mission, which led to increased interest in our subcommittees—Community, Events, Marketing, and Sports.

Looking forward to 2024, FUSION is in good hands under the leadership of Maria Andrew of the Cross Insurance Agency. Maria will continue our strategic planning efforts, and will take FUSION to the next level as we see a wave of new members.

Interested in joining FUSION:Bangor?

Consider joining our Community, Events, Marketing, or Sports subcommittee. Visit fusionbangor@gmail.com to learn more.

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Bangor Region Leadership Institute

By Kristen Card, 2023 Steering Committee Chair

“Leadership is about making others better as a result of your presence – and making sure that impact lasts in your absence” – Sheryl Sandberg The heart of the Bangor Region Leadership Institute’s mission, continues to be the development and enhancement of leaders and how effective, strategic leadership, through thoughtful collaboration, may address current and future challenges facing our region.

In 2023, through the dedicated work of our Steering Committee, alumni, sponsors, and the community, we delivered an impactful professional development and leadership program with opportunities for community involvement.

BRLI’s Curriculum Committee created and delivered innovative class days that highlighted the many diverse businesses, organizations, and industries in our area, and wove in leadership development through class day participation and the non-profit partner class project.

Class days included tours and presentations at many different organizations and participating in BRLI’s annual amazing race where class members gained a greater understanding of Bangor’s downtown through a scavenger hunt and team building event.

In October, we welcomed the Class of 2024, made up of 24 class participants, representing

many industries. Our Annual Alumni Breakfast event featured Marwa Hassanien, System Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Northern Light Health and Executive Director/ Founder of AFFINITY DEI, LLC. Marwa delivered a thought provoking and inspiring presentation emphasizing the importance of collaboration and effective leadership when it comes to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

We are so appreciative of the consistent dedication, guidance, and support of Shelly Reilly, our program director; the BRLI Steering Committee and our subcommittees who have a true passion for supporting and enhancing BRLI’s mission; the Chamber of Commerce staff and their board of directors; the Bangor Region Community Council; and our generous BRLI program sponsors, Maine Savings Federal Credit Union, Versant, TD Bank, and Bangor Savings Bank.

It’s because of the collaboration and engagement of our amazing community that BRLI continues to enhance the lives of leaders, businesses, organizations, and members of our community.

Applications for the Class of 2025 will be available this spring, and I invite prospective participants and employers to follow our program on Facebook and Instagram to learn more about how BRLI may provide leadership opportunities for you and your organization.

Steering Committee 2023 Kristen Card Chair Heart of Maine United Way

Jeff Pangburn Vice Chair TD Bank

Kelly Pearson Past Chair EMHS Foundation/ Children’s Miracle Network

Shane Tatro Treasurer Versant Power

Shelly Reilly Director of Programs BRCC

Kayla Dunn Bangor Savings Bank

Michelle Dunn Orono Fire Department

Farrah Fidler LifeFlight

Amanda Gray Maine Savings FCU

Kirsten Hibbard Challenger Learning Center

Nicole Kelley Lynch Family of Companies

Vanessa Madore Maine Savings FCU

Amanda Millay St. Joseph’s Healthcare

Abbie Puiia HALO Branded

Benjamin Smith Fyzical Therapy & Balance Center

James Strout First National Bank

Lisa Tilton Camden National Bank

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Membership list as of December January 3, 2024

2023 Membership List @WORK Personnel 304 Stillwater Avenue Furniture 3Point Cleaning

Anthony John’s Day Spa Salon and Boutique Aquatic Development, Inc.

Bangor Publishing Company

Birchbrook

Bangor Region Chamber of

Bison Transport (USA)

Commerce

Black Bear Crane, LLC.

Arista Hospitality Consulting LLC

Bangor Region Community Council

Black Bear Inn & Event Center

Artifex Architects & Engineers

Bangor Region YMCA

Black Fly Coffee Co.

ATC Tennis Center of Bangor and

Bangor Savings Bank

Blue Seal Feeds - Bangor

Hampden

Bangor School Department

Blueberry Broadcasting/ WVOM

A-COPI/Kinney Imaging Systems

Avalon Village

Bangor Symphony Orchestra

Bob Ziegelaar

AAA Northern New England

Awards Signs & Trophies

Bangor Target Area Development

Bonney Staffing Center

AARP Maine

Axe-Kickin’ Hot Sauce, Pro Timber

A A Body In Knead

ABC7-Fox22

Corp.

Boots2Roots

Bangor Tire Company

Bouchard Cleaning & Restoration DKI

Bangor Truck Equipment

Boulos Company Brokerage Services

B

Bangor Water District

Bowman Constructors

Bangor Wealth Management

Brantner, Thibodeau & Associates

Acadia Federal Credit Union -

Back in Motion

Bar Harbor Bank & Trust - Brewer

Braveman Audio Visual & Event

Northern Light EMMC

Bagel Central

Bar Harbor Bank & Trust - Main Street

Bangor Area Homeless Shelter

Bar Harbor Bank & Trust - Orono

Bangor Area Recovery Network, Inc.

Bar Harbor Bank & Trust - Stillwater

Sports LLC

Acadia Benefits, Inc. Acadia Federal Credit Union Broadway

Acadia Federal Credit Union Stillwater Acadia Hearing Center

Bangor Area Staffing Solutions

Acadia Mountain Guides

Bangor Aviator

Affiliated Appraisal Services

Bangor Breakfast Kiwanis

Airgas Inc.

Bangor Daily News/Bangor Publishing

Ave. Bar Harbor Bank & Trust - Union Street

Services Brewer Center for Health & Rehabilitation Brewer Federal Credit Union Brewer High School Beta Academy Brogue Insurance & Financial Services

Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce

Brookfield Renewable U.S.

Barbee Business Services

Brookings-Smith

Bangor Federal Credit Union

Barresi Financial, Inc.

Broughman Builders Inc

Bangor Historical Society

Bayview Financial Management

Bruns Chiropractic and Massage

All Points Insurance - Personal Lines

Bangor Housing

bbd marketing, llc

Allen / Freeman / McDonnell Agency

Bangor Humane Society

BBSC Cpa’s

Allenfarm Fence Company. Inc.

Bangor Int’l Airport (BGR)

Beal University

Alliance Nationwide Exposition

Bangor Letter Shop & Color Copy

BEAM - Align Your Smile

Budget Document Technology

Al Benner Homes, Inc. All Points Insurance - Commercial Lines

Allison Kinnear, LLC Alzheimer’s Association, Maine Chapter American Red Cross of Northern and Eastern Maine

Co.

Center

Therapy Bucksport Bay Area Chamber of Commerce

Becky MacManus - Travelmation LLC

Buffalo Wild Wings

Bangor Mall

Bedworks of Maine, The

Business Lending Solutions

Bangor Mall Cinemas

Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce

Bangor Media, LLC

Benchmark Construction

Bangor Millwork & Supply Inc.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

C C&L Aviation Services

Amicus

Bangor Motor Inn & Suites

Ampion

Bangor Motor Sports

Bernatche Auto Body

Caisleán Title

Anah Shriners

Bangor Municipal Golf Course

BerryDunn

Camden National Bank

Anchor Design Company

Bangor Natural Gas Company

Best Western White House Inn

Camp CaPella, Inc

Androscoggin Home Healthcare &

Bangor Nursing & Rehab Center

Better Business Bureau of Maine

Canuck Investments

Bangor Pipe & Supply, Inc.

Better Homes and Gardens,The

Carden Kennels

Hospice Angel Connection

Bangor Private Investigations

Angelo’s Pizzeria

Bangor Public Library

Northeast

Masiello Group Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mid-Maine

Career Center-Bangor Carpenter Associates

Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce Annual Report | January 2024 | 17 Casco Bay Energy Company, LLC

Danielle Abbott Coaching LLC

ET Wealth Solutions

Greenpoint Auto

Casella Resource Solutions

Darling’s Corporate

Everett J. Prescott, Inc.

Greenway Equipment Sales

Catholic Charities Maine-Bangor

Darling’s Ford VW Audi

Evolve Fitness

Gross, Minsky, & Mogul PA

Central Equipment Company

Darling’s Honda Nissan Volvo

Exterus Business Furniture

Gunn’s Sport Shop

Central Maine Auction Center

Darling’s Insurance Agency

Eye Candy Dance and Fitness Studio

Central Maine Power

Dave’s World, Inc

Challenger Learning Center

DaVinci Signs LLC

Changing Seasons Federal Credit

Dawson Insurance Agency

F

Day’s Jewelers

F.A. Peabody - Hampden Division

Chick-fil-A Bangor

Dead River Company

Fairfield Inn by Marriott

Hahnel Bros. Co.

Chris Linder

Dennis Food Service

Fairmount Dental

Haley Ward, Inc.

Chris Olsen

Devil’s Half Acre Distillery (The)

Fairmount Market

Hammond Lumber Company

Christine B Foundation

Dickel Floor Corp.

Farrell, Rosenblatt & Russell

Harley Plumbing and Heating Plus

Cianbro

Dignity First

Fedcap

Harnum Holdings, LLC

Cigar & Smoke Shoppe

Dirigo Pines, LLC

Fields Pond Audubon Center- Maine

Harvard Pilgrim Health Care

Cigaret Shopper - Bangor

DOC’s Place

Cigaret Shopper - Brewer

Domino’s - Clinton Street

Finance Authority of Maine

HCP Computers

City Drawers

Domino’s - Stillwater Ave

Fireside Inn & Suites

Healing Resources of Maine

City of Bangor

Dorr Lobster

First National Bank

Heart of Maine United Way

City of Bangor Community and

Doug Guerrette State Farm

First National Bank - Brewer

Henry’s Bridal Boutique & Formal

Economic Development

Down East Toyota Rental

First National Wealth Management

City of Brewer

Downeast Capital, Inc.

Fitch Company Engineers (The)

Hermon Meadow Golf Club

City of Old Town

Downeast Direct Cremation, LLC

Flash Me Maine Photo Booth Rentals

Hero’s Sports Grill

ClearPoint Capital

Downeast Horizons, Inc

Float 207, LLC

High Tide Capital

CMI INC

Downtown Bangor Partnership

Frank Webb Home

Hilton Garden Inn Bangor

Coca Cola Bottling Company of

Downtown Charcuterie

Frank’s Bake Shop & Custom Catering

Hollywood Casino Hotel & Raceway

DuBois & King, Inc.

Frost’s Garage, Inc.

Cole Land Transportation Museum

Dunnett Inc.

Fundamental Foot Care

Collins Center for the Arts

Dysart’s Broadway

Furbush-Roberts Printing Company

Commercial Screenprint &

Dysart’s Restaurant Coldbrook Rd.

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Center

Union

Northern NE

Embroidery Inc. Community Care Community Health and Counseling Services Comparion- A Liberty Mutual Company Concord Coachlines Consigli Construction Co., Inc. Consolidated Communications ConvenientMD Urgent Care County of Penobscot County Physical Therapy, LLC CourseStorm, Inc. Courtyard by Marriott Creative Arts Center Creative Print Services Cross Insurance Cross Insurance Center Cumberland Title Services Curaleaf Bangor CUSO Home Lending

D DA Carson Carpentry Damon’s Beverage and Redemption

E Eagle Financial Strategies Eastern Area Agency on Aging Eastern Maine Community College Eastern Maine Development Corporation Eastside Health and Rehabilitation Center Eaton Peabody Edward Jones - John P. Byrne Edwards, Faust & Smith, CPAs EJH Realty Inc Elite Auto, Inc. Ellen M. Leach Memorial Home Ellis Commercial Development Ellsworth Area Chamber of Commerce Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Empowered Living Empty Arms of Greater Bangor Epstein Commercial Real Estate Epstein Properties ERA Dawson-Bradford Co., REALTORS

Audubon

H Habitat for Humanity of Greater Bangor

Haverlock, Estey & Curran, CPAs

Wear

Bangor Home Health & Hospice of St. Joseph Hospital Hospitality Maine Hotel Ursa

G

Hughes Property Management Human Resources Assn. of Eastern

G & H Ambulance Service Inc. GAC Chemical Corp.

Maine Husson University, College of Business

Gaftek Inc Gateway Title of Maine

I

Gather Financial Planning

Ice Holdings LLC

Geaghan’s Pub & Craft Brewery

Impact Leadership Group

General Electric

Improved Spaces - Home Organizing

Gifford Electric

Independence Advocates of Maine

Gilbert Law Offices

Infinity Credit Union

Girl Scouts of Maine

Ingrid Whitehouse - Allstate Insurance

Global Secure Shipping Inc.

Innovative Solutions Now, LLC

Gold Star Cleaners-Bangor

Inspired Consulting Group, LLC

Gold Star Cleaners-Brewer

Invironments

GoNetspeed

Irving Oil Terminals Inc.

Gamenetics

Good Samaritan Agency Goodwill NNE

J

Governor’s Restaurant

J.T. Hicks & Company, PA

Gracie Theatre at Husson University

Jean Deighan

Grand Assembly of Maine IORG

Jeff’s Catering, Inc.

Greater Bangor Association of

JM Innovates, LLC

Good Shepherd Food Bank

REALTORS

JMG

18 | Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce Annual Report | January 2024

John Bapst Memorial High School

Maine Air National Guard

Memorymaker Photography

John T. Cyr & Sons, Inc.

Maine Basketball Hall of Fame Inside

MERT Enterprises, Inc.

JWClark Dental Studio

Cross Insurance Center

Northern Maine Distilling Company (The)

Mexicali Blues

Norumbega Financial

Maine Business Consulting Services

Miles Theeman

Novus Auto Glass Bangor

K

Maine Center for Integrated Rehab

Milford Motel - Suites- on the River

Nurse Anesthesia of Maine

Maine China Network

Millers Workshop

K & A Engineering Consulting, P.C.

Maine Coast Roofing

Mind Over Matter Personal Training

Katahdin Area Chamber of

Maine Community Foundation

Mira Toons

O

Maine Community Solar

Mobile Notary Maine

Oak Grove Spring Water Co., Inc.

Maine Development Foundation

Modern Woodmen Of America

Off On Vacation

Maine Discovery Museum

Moe’s Original Bar B Que

OHI

Katahdin Federal Credit Union

Maine Distributors

Moody’s Collision Center

One Ten Digital

Katahdin Trust Company

Maine DOT

Moosehead Lake Region Chamber of

Orono Brewing Company

Kathy Commeau State Farm

Maine Fire Protection Systems

Ken Huhn

Maine Forest & Logging Museum, aka

Commerce Katahdin Area Council, Boy Scouts of America

Kenneson Insurance Solutions Kentucky Fried Chicken/Taco BellBroadway

Leonard’s Mills Maine Geeks

Commerce Morgan Stanley Morita’s School of Dance Muda Device Repair LLC

Maine International Trade Center

Key Bank N.A. - Bangor Mid Mall

Maine Multicultural Center

Key Bank N.A. - Water Street

Maine Public (MPBN)

N

KFI

Maine Savings Federal Credit Union

N.S. Giles Foundations Inc.

Kiley & Foley Funeral Service KMA Human Resources Consulting

L L&W Supply Lamey Wellehan Landry/French Construction Law Office of Joseph M. Baldacci Lazarus Coaching and Consulting LLC LeaderOne Home Loans Leap Dating Services LLC (formerly Cardinal Dating) LG&H, CPA’s Libra Solutions LifeFlight Foundation Lifestyle Sports Global, LLC Lighthouse Radio Network, Inc. WHCF 88.5 Lindsco Equipment Links Web Design Linnehan’s Right Way Auto Literacy Volunteers of Bangor Living Innovations LL Bean Lori Lommler - Edward Jones Lougee & Fredericks Inc. Lucerne Inn

M Machias Savings Bank-Bangor Machias Savings Bank-Brewer Maine Air Museum/Maine Aviation Historical Society

- Brewer Maine Savings Federal Credit Union Broadway Maine Savings Federal Credit Union Hammond Street Maine Savings Federal Credit Union Hampden Maine Savings Federal Credit Union - Old Town Maine Small Business Development Center at CEI-Bangor Office

Nautel, Inc. NE Pressure and Soft Wash New England Communications New England Iron Pollo LLC New England School of Communications News Center Maine, WLBZ 2 NextHome Experience NGS, Inc. Nickerson & O’Day North Country Rivers, Inc.

Maine Staffing Group

Northeast Coffee Company

Maine State Chamber of Commerce

Northeast Oral and Maxillofacial

Maine State Legislature/Senate

Surgery

Maine Technology Group

Northeast Pain Management

Maine Technology Users Group

Northeast Paving Company

Maine Trailer, Inc.

Northeast Technical Institute

Maine Troop Greeters

Northeastern Log Homes, Inc.

Maine Wood Floors

Northeastern Workforce

Maine Youth Fish & Game Association

Development Board

Mainebiz

Northern Light - Acadia Hospital

MaineMoving

Northern Light - Beacon Health

MaineSpace Self Storage

Northern Light - Eastern Maine

Manpower Marcy’s Tasty Treats Marilyn Monroe Spas

Medical Center Northern Light - Home Care & Hospice

Mark A. Perry, Esq.

Northern Light - Rosscare

Marsh Property Management, LLC

Northern Light - Work Force

Mason’s Brewing Co. Matheson Valley dba. Advantage Gases

Employee Assi Northern Light - WorkHealth Northern Light EMMC Auxiliary

MCH Organizing

Northern Light Health

McLaughlin Seafood, Inc.

Northern Light Health - Foundation

Means Wealth Management

Northern Light Pharmacy - State

Med-A-Vision, Inc.

Street

Osborne Media Osteopathic Center for Family Medicine

P Partners for Peace Paul Bunyan Campground Paylocity Payroll Management PenBay Computer Systems, Inc. Penbay Estate Planning Law Center Penobscot Bay Weddings & Events Penobscot Cleaning Services, Inc. Penobscot Community Health Care Penobscot County Federal Credit Union Penobscot Financial Advisors Penobscot Job Corps Center Penobscot Nation Penobscot Theatre Company Penobscot Veterinary Services Penquis Pepsi Bottling Group Performance Physical Therapy Peter A. Lyford, Inc dba Trugreen Phantom Fireworks Phenix Title Services Phillip Strickland House Pike Project Development Pine Hill Golf Course Pine Tree Camp Pine Tree Food Equipment Pine Tree Interactive Pine Tree Waste-Casella Systems, Inc. Play! Piano Studio Plisga & Day Land Surveyors Plymouth Engineering, Inc. Portland Glass Portland Pie Company Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce Preble Street - Veterans Housing Services

Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce Annual Report | January 2024 | 19 Predictive Success Corporation

SeaDog Ventures

The Laundry Basket

Prentiss & Carlisle Company Inc.

Season’s Restaurant

The Purple Iris Foundation

PrintBangor

Securitas Security Services, USA

The Salvation Army

University of Maine Foundation

Pro-Realty

ServiceMaster Contract Services

The Tarratine

University of Maine Graduate School

Production Services of Maine

Seven Islands Land Company

The UPS Store

UpStart Center for Entrepreneurship

Pulse Marketing Agency

Sewall

Theory Wellness

UpStart Maine, Inc.

SGC Engineering, LLC

Thriving Proof, Heal From the Inside

US Cellular - Bangor

University of Maine Augusta at Bangor

Q

Shepherd’s Godparent Home Sheridan Construction

Thursday Night Music

Quality Inn-Hogan Road

Sky Villa Properties

TideWorks, LLC

Quality Jewelers

SkyeFitness

Tiller & Rye

V

Quirk Auto Group

Smart EyeCare Center

Timber Kitchen & Bar

Vacationland Realty

Quirk Insurance

Smet Monuments

Together Place Peer Run Recovery

Vafiades, Brountas & Kominsky, LLP

SMRT Architects and Engineers

Out

Center

US Cellular - Brewer

VanceGray Wealth Management, Inc

R

Snowman Group (The)

Total Mortgage Services

Varney Agency

Solstice Senior Living at Bangor

Town of Eddington

Versant Power

R & A Wealth Management, LLC

Somic America Inc

Town of Hampden

Visiting Angels

R.H. Foster Energy, LLC

Soundview Financial Group

Town of Hermon

Vital Delivery Solutions

R&N Wellness Lounge

Specialty Response Solutions, Inc.

Town of Holden

Voyager Networks of New England

RainStorm, LLC

Spectrum Business

Town of Orono

Randy Tompkins

Spectrum Healthcare Partners

Town of Veazie

RBC Wealth Management

Spectrum Reach

TownePlace Suites - Bangor

W

Realty of Maine

Sprague’s Nursery

TownSquare Media

W.A. Bean & Sons

Rebecca Jones

St. Joseph Healthcare

Tradewinds Variety VI

W.S. Emerson Co. Inc.

Rebecca’s

Staples - Bangor Mall

Transco Business Technologies

WABI-TV

Records Management Center/Lynch

Stillwater Environmental Engineering,

Treworgy & Baldacci Real Estate

Wal-Mart - Bangor

Logistics

Inc

Closing Services

Wal-Mart - Brewer

Treworgy Family Orchards

Walker’s Garage

Trinity Business Brokers

Warren Financial

Troy Industrial Solutions

Waterfront Concerts

Tuesday Forum

WBRC Inc.

Street’s Landscape & Lawncare, Inc.

TW Rental Properties

Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC

Residence Inn by Marriott

Sullivan Tire - Bangor Mall Blvd

Twin City Tire and Service

Wellspring, Inc.

Rexel USA

Sullivan Tire - Brewer Sullivan Tire - Hammond Street

Rise Private Wealth Management

SuperSlow Zone

U

Weston Associates Management Co.

Richard S. Cattelle, Inc. Robinson Ballet

Sutherland Weston Marketing

Red Door Title RedWire Core LLC REMAX Collaborative Renewal by Andersen of Greater Maine

Rocky Knoll Country Club, LLC

Stompers Wine & Beverage Superstore Story Silo Media | Photo | Video | Social Media Marketing

Communication

Rollie’s Remote Catering

Swanson Consulting & Associates

Ronald McDonald House Charities

Sweep & Slate

of Maine

SystemArchitecture.NET

Roy & Associates, CPAs PA Rudman-Winchell, LLC Rudman-Winchell, LLC - Ellsworth

T T & T Capital, Inc.

S

Taylor Events & Equipment Rental

S.J. Rollins Technologies

TD Bank - Exchange St.

S.W. Cole Engineering Inc.

TD Bank - Stillwater Avenue

Saliba’s Rug Sales, Inc.

TD Bank - Union St.

Sam’s Club

Tender Lawn Care

Sandollar Spa and Pool

Tensegrity Health and Aesthetics

Sarah’s House of Maine

The Advertising Specialists

Sargent Corporation

The Corner Store

SCORE Northern Maine

The CPA Solution, LLC

Seaboard Federal Credit Union

The Housing Foundation

Seacoast Security, Inc.

The Jackson Laboratory

TC Hafford Basement Systems

U. S. Congressman, Jared Golden U.S. Senator Angus S. King Jr. U.S. Senator Susan Collins UBE Physical Therapy and Performance UBS Financial Services Inc. UCP of Maine UMaine Athletics Sponsorships Uncommon Dog of Holden UniFirst Corporation Union River Lobster Pot Uniship Courier Services United Insurance United States Postal Service United Technologies Center UnitedHealth Group University Credit Union University of Maine University of Maine Alumni Association University of Maine AMC. Maine MEP

Whitmore Contracting Inc. Wicked Brew Cafe Wilcox Wellness & Fitness Wings For Children & Families, Inc Winterberry Heights Senior Living Wireless Zone, Verizon Authorized Retail Woodlands Senior Living of Brewer Woodman’s Bar and Grill Worcester’s Wild Blueberries

Y YMCA of Old Town and Orono

The Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce is the voice of the business community.

Its mission is to promote and advance a vital, healthy business environment.

Phone: (207) 947-0307 | Fax: (207) 990-1427 bangorregion.com 2 Hammond Street, Suite One