Northern Maine Development Commission

06/02/2026

A career with purpose could be a great fit for you!

A career with an Economic Development District (EDD) or Regional De...

05/15/2026

05/07/2026

Sales for Future Forward tickets close TODAY! Don’t miss your chance to be part of an amazing experience filled with growth and connection on 8:30-1:00 PM on Thursday, May 14th at Ignite Presque Isle!

⭐Buy Tickets Now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/future-forward-tickets-1986802009293?aff=oddtdtcreator

⭐About The Event:
Join us for a one-day summit designed for rising professionals who are ready to lead, grow, and thrive in their careers!

What to Expect:

Inspiring keynote speaker to kick off the day
Interactive breakout sessions to grow your knowlege in innovation, the power of saying yes, and putting your ideas into action.
Networking opportunities with peers and mentors
Delicious lunch catered by Rodney's/Ignite PI!
Whether you're just starting out or stepping into new role, Future Forward can prepare you for what's next in your career.

Tickets: $30 Professionals & $20 Students

⭐About Momentum Aroostook:
Momentum Aroostook is a young professionals network dedicated to connecting and supporting emerging leaders across Aroostook County, Maine. Through networking events, professional development workshops, community engagement, and recreational activities, the organization helps young professionals build meaningful relationships while promoting career growth and regional vitality. Momentum Aroostook works to strengthen northern Maine by attracting, retaining, and empowering the next generation of leaders who are committed to living, working, and making a difference in The County.

05/06/2026

We need your help building a clearer picture of Maine's startup ecosystem! Please take Maine Technology Institute's survey. (5-10 mins)

MTI, Maine Accelerates Growth (MxG), Startup Maine, and Maine Startup Insider have partnered on the 2026 Maine Startup Ecosystem Survey. Over the next two weeks, we're asking everyone involved in Maine startups - founders, operators, investors, service providers, support organizations, and community members - to weigh in on where things stand today. Your input will help inform how MTI and other ecosystem partners think about resources, programs, and support for founders in the year ahead.

The survey is live now. It takes 5-10 minutes depending on your role, and results will be presented at "Where We Stand: Maine's Startup Ecosystem in 2026" during Startup Maine Week on Tuesday, May 19 at 9 AM. Subscribers to the MxG newsletter will get the results in our June issue. ⭐TAKE SURVEY NOW: https://form.typeform.com/to/X3Gymcqn

05/05/2026

“You’ve got a pulp mill on one side to a paper mill on the other side. It’s such a great example of integration."

05/04/2026

It is almost showtime! See you this Thursday at 5:00 PM at Ignite Presque Isle! All are invited and participate by voting for their favorite business to receive the 'People’s Choice Award'.

2026 Top Gun Participants:
- Rolling Acres Farm & Ranch, Easton - Kamaria Brathwaite
- RosieO, New Sweden - Rosie Otalora
- W & E Events and Rentals LLC., Woodland - Candi Whitmore
- Northern Trail Marketing, Presque Isle - Tyler Brown
- Aroostook Technologies Inc., Fort Fairfield - Wade McFarland
- Timber Candle Bar and Boutique, Caribou - Gerri Nadeau
- Fiddlehead Life LLC, Island Falls - Elizabeth Carroll

Date: Thursday, May 7
Time: 5:00–7:00 PM
Learn More: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-top-gun-pitch-and-networking-tickets-1987001170991?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

04/30/2026

See you on May 6th for the Toast to Tourism at Houlton's Shiretown Inn! All are welcome.

🥂 Let’s Raise a Glass to Tourism in Southern Aroostook!

We’re excited to invite you to our next Toast to Tourism Networking Event—and this one is extra special as we partner with the Maine Office of Tourism!

📅 Wednesday, May 6
⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Shiretown Inn and Suites

Join us for an afternoon of connection, collaboration, and celebration of the people who help make our region a destination. Whether you're in hospitality, retail, recreation—or just passionate about growing tourism—this event is for you.

✨ What to expect:
• Complimentary champagne toast 🥂
• Hors d’oeuvres
• Cash bar
• Great conversations & new connections

💡 Registration is FREE and open to everyone
(You do not need to be a member of Maine Tourism Association to attend!)

👉 Save your spot here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/mainetourismassociation/2115480

04/23/2026

The Top Gun Pitch and Networking Event brings together emerging entrepreneurs, business leaders, and community members for an engaging evening of innovation and connection.

Seven northern Maine entrepreneurs will present their businesses to a panel of judges in a live pitch competition. The first-place winner will receive a $2,500 cash prize, and the runner-up will be awarded $1,000. Both finalists will advance to the Top Gun Showcase Pitch Event at the Maine Entrepreneurs Summit in Portland on May 12.

Attendees are encouraged to network and participate by voting for their favorite presenter to receive the People’s Choice Award.

Date: Thursday, May 7
Time: 5:00–7:00 PM
RSVP Now: www.eventbrite.com/e/the-top-gun-pitch-and-networking-tickets-1987001170991

Top Gun Participants:
-Rolling Acres Farm & Ranch, Easton - Kamaria Brathwaite
-RosieO, New Sweden - Rosie Otalora
-W & E Events and Rentals LLC., Woodland - Candi Whitmore
-Northern Trail Marketing, Presque Isle - Tyler Brown
-Aroostook Technologies Inc., Fort Fairfield - Wade McFarland
-Timber Candle Bar and Boutique, Caribou - Gerri Nadeau
-Fiddlehead Life LLC, Island Falls - Elizabeth Carroll

Judging Panel
-Mystery Judge
-Machias Savings Bank
-Northern Maine Development Commission

This event is supported by Machias Savings Bank and Northern Maine Development Commission, and made possible by Ignite Presque Isle and the Maine Center for Entrepreneurs.