JULY 18, 2024

Congratulations to the team at Mainebiz on their 30th anniversary this year!

Photo Courtesy of Alison Nason

Tue, Oct 29 | 24th Annual Maine Family Business Awards

Last Call | MFBA Applications Close July 19

Apply for an award now! Self nominations are welcome and encouraged.

One comment may best capture the essence of the awards, and in many ways, describes the Institute: “While applying for the awards, we discovered a lot about ourselves…and that alone made the effort worthwhile.”

7th Annual Golf Scramble Results

Our first time doing an 18 & 9-hole in one day was a huge sucess! Thank you to everyone who came out, donated prizes, volunteered, and sponsored this wonderful event. Save the date for the 8th Annual next year with this twist!: Tuesday, July 15, 2025. We hope you'll join us!

Gear to Celebrate Our 30th Year

We've partnered with Regatta to offer custom branded hats & apparel, drinkware and other quality items to celebrate our 30th Anniversary. Check out the IFOB 30th Anniversary Store - support and celebrate with us in style!

Thank You OPUS

Did you see the LED van in front of the OPUS Consulting office last month? Many thanks to OPUS for supporting us and including IFOB in the slideshow! We are grateful for the strong relationships we've built with all our members.

24th Annual Maine Family Business Awards Gala and IFOB 30 Year Celebration

Tuesday, October 29 | 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Thompson's Point Brick South, Portland ME and Virtual

Since inception, more than 100 businesses have been recognized for various categories of excellence. After nomination and an in-depth application, judges score businesses through rounds of semi-finalists to finalists to winners. The winners are announced LIVE – like the Oscars – at the awards!

We're dedicating the 24th Annual Maine Family Business Awards to Maddy Corson who envisioned this celebration over two decades ago. Join us as we honor her legacy.

Contact Catherine to learn about exciting sponsorship opportunities still available.

Geiger, Lewiston Promotional Products Distributor, Acquires German Company

Mainebiz | July 12, 2024

Geiger, a Lewiston-based promotional products distributor, has acquired German peer WER GmbH in a deal that will add 100 employees to the Maine company...



... “Geiger is continuing our strategic path forward in servicing global clients,” said Jo-an Lantz, the company’s president and CEO...

Hussey Seating Says It's Closed a Record Year, with 34% Revenue Growth

Mainebiz | July 16, 2024

Hussey Seating Co., headquartered in North Berwick, said its past fiscal year ending March 31 saw record growth due to strong performance across all business segments, including its dealer network and parts and service channels...

... “Our record-breaking performance is a testament to the dedication and talent of our entire team,” said Brian Deveaux, Hussey’s president and CEO...

Conscious Revolution | Appalachian Mountain Club Summit

Sunday, August 4th - Tuesday, August 6th

Always wanted to experience the White Mountains in all its splendor with a fantastic group of kindred spirits? Come along for an epic time, stay in the AMC huts, traverse stunning ridges and peaks, see next-level sunrises and sunsets, and elevate your mind, soul, spirit and body.

View all openings posted on our Job Listings page. Members can submit their own listings when logged into the Member Portal. Once a job is filled, be sure to let us know so we can remove it from the site.

IFOB Members: Promote Your Company News With Us!

One of the many perks of being a member is promoting your latest news and announcements to our IFOB community. Share press releases, articles, podcasts, insights and expertise... and any other information featuring your business!

For more information on how to submit your news, view our video or download this cheat sheet. If you need assistance please contact Brooke Stewart at 207.281.2414 or brooke@fambusiness.org.

Catherine Wygant Fossett

Executive Director

catherine@fambusiness.org

207.798.2667

Brooke Stewart

Director of Communications

brooke@fambusiness.org

207.281.2414