Greenlight Maine

09/03/2026

💚 Introducing IN THE GREEN! 💚

Greenlight Maine is excited to launch a new show celebrating people who are making a positive impact, overcoming challenges, finding success and creating opportunities for others.

And what better way to begin than with Elevating Voices Honoree Churchill Preston, owner of Mbingo Mountain Coffee! ☕️

Churchill’s journey from electrical engineer to entrepreneur is a powerful story of purpose, perseverance and giving back—connecting Maine with coffee-growing communities in Cameroon.

🌱 In The Green is about growth.
💚 It’s about impact.
✨ It’s about the people behind the success.

Our first episode is coming soon!

Stay tuned… because there’s a lot of good happening “In The Green.” 💚

08/29/2026

Meet your cohosts for the evening. 👏
Emily Santom, Meteorologist at WGME 13, and Julene Gervais, Executive Producer of Greenlight Maine, are taking the mic at Fashion with Purpose on September 17.
Two Maine women who know how to hold a room — and a cause worth holding it for.

Tickets are moving. Get yours before they’re gone: Link to your tickets in the comments.
📍 Hardshore Distilling Co., Portland | 5:30 – 8:30 PM

08/21/2026

One night. Big impact.

On Thursday, September 17, the runway comes to Hardshore Distilling Co. — and every seat helps power Maine entrepreneurship.

Fashion with Purpose brings together Stiletto Models, Maine business leaders, cocktails, and a community that shows up for each other. It's a night of style with something real behind it: supporting Greenlight Maine's work to elevate the entrepreneurs building this state's future.

🗓️ Thursday, September 17, 2026
🕠 5:30 – 8:30 PM 📍 Hardshore Distilling Co., 53 Washington Ave. Portland

Seats are limited. Grab yours today 👇 fashionwithpurpose.eventbrite.com

08/13/2026

🍂 Tee Off This Fall at the Greenlight Maine Fall Classic! ⛳

There’s no better time to experience one of Maine’s most beautiful golf courses than in the heart of Fall.

Join us on Friday, October 2 at Point Sebago Golf Resort, where stunning foliage, crisp autumn air, and pristine fairways create the perfect backdrop for a memorable day on the course.

We’re bringing together the state’s top business leaders and community champions for a mission that matters: attracting and scaling the businesses that make Maine thrive.

⛳️World class views at one of Maine’s most beautiful courses.
⛳️ Engaging networking with business and startup ecosystem leaders.
⛳️ Fantastic prizes and competition for all skill levels.

Help us power Maine’s growth while enjoying a day on the lake.

Register now and secure your spot:

GREENLIGHT MAINE FALL CLASSIC REGISTRATION
https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/IoFvYtpl0PpTWkT8dRcMtA

07/03/2026

🚦 Big dreams thrive where deep roots grow. In Maine, our community is the ultimate catalyst for innovation!

The Season 11 Finale is officially in the books, and we are honored to champion the entrepreneurship and innovation that is shaping the future of our state. Every single contestant who pitched their business and shared their vision this season reminded us that homegrown innovation is the real economic engine driving our state forward. You are growing Maine, one dream at a time.

Many congratulations to our incredible Season 11 Finalists:
✨ 1st Place | $25,000: Latis Materials (S**o) – Aidan Salisbury
✨ 2nd Place | $10,000: Coastal Measures (Kittery) – Joshua Humberston
✨ 3rd Place | $5,000: Restoration Medicine (Portland) – Tom Hunter & Resa Redhunt, LCSW

🚦 To our partners, sponsors, viewers, and friends: This journey wouldn't be possible without your support. Thanks to Premier Partner Bangor Savings Bank; Corporate Partners: Maine Technology Institute, Thomas College, FAME Maine, Maine State Department of Economic and Community Development and Northeast Delta Dental; and all of our sponsors. Thank you for supporting Maine entrepreneurship.

07/01/2026

NEED HEARTS OF PINE TICKETS....LOOK NO FURTHER.

OUR AUCTION IS STILL LIVE — and everyone's invited to bid!

Win bucket-list trips and VIP experiences while supporting Maine's entrepreneurs 🌲

⚽ Hearts of Pine High Roller seats + lobster rolls

⚾ Private Sea Dogs Skybox for 22

✈️ Kentucky Bourbon Trail private tour

🎤 Two Rock Box concertPackages: Toto & Hank Williams Jr.

🎸 Nashville VIP country music getaway

⛳ Sugarloaf stay-and-play golf package

🍫 Award-winning Bixby Chocolate

…and more!

This Online Auction premiered during our Golf Tournament, however ....

IT IS Open to everyone! — bid before it ends easily from your phone in seconds. Every bid supports our efforts.

⏰ Bidding is open until Thursday, July 3 at 4:30 PM

Bid now 👉 https://charityauctions.com/event/auction/1705

Bid on VIP Experiences and more.

06/26/2026

🚦The S11 Season Finale is here for the Original Series! The ultimate stage is set after a season of truly fantastic pitches.

Many congratulations to every single contestant who stepped up to the plate this season. The talent showcased throughout Season 11 proves that Maine’s entrepreneurial spirit is stronger than ever. You all inspired us!

A special shout-out and congratulations to our phenomenal Top 3 Finalists (listed in no particular order):

🚦Coastal Measures - Joshua Humberston

🚦Restoration Medicine - Tom Hunter & Resa Redhunt, LCSW

🚦Latis Materials - Aidan Salisbury

Tune in this weekend to catch the finale and see who takes home the grand prizes:

✅️Saturday, June 27 WGME (Portland) & WABI (Bangor) 7:00 PM

✅️Sunday, June 28 WWPI (Presque Isle) 10:00 AM

06/26/2026

Congratulations to our incredible top winners for Greenlight Maine Season 11, College Edition:

🚦Buoy and Biscuit (1st Place | $10,000) – Andie Piliouras (College of the Atlantic)

🚦MVP Development (2nd Place | $7,500) – Cayo Novaes, Gabrial Guizelini Fortuna, Vitor C. Povoa (Thomas College)

🚦Topa Energy Storage (3rd Place | $5,000) – Charlie Parkes (Colby College)

Many congratulations to our entire Season 11 College Edition cohort! To every single collegiate entrepreneur who stepped up to the mic this year: thank you for inspiring us with your passion and drive. We are so proud to celebrate every founder, every big idea, and every pitch that made this season so unforgettable.

🚦Catch the full College Finale right now—we've dropped the link for you in the comments below. ✨

06/20/2026

If you are in Waterville today stop by and see Julene Britt Gervais and her Mom Britt.

The Dynamic Duo known as Jules and Nini will be traveling with The Belle of Belgrade and a bus of book lovers as they make stops in town.

Here’s the schedule:

10am Cristal Boutique, Benton
11am Oliver & Friends Bookshop, Waterville
11:45 Andwell Thrift Store
12:15 The Robin’s Nest
12:45 Smitty’s Book Cellar

Also accompanied by broadcast
journalist from Wvii-TV (Bangor) Jodi Hersey!

There will be free giveaways, photo ops and laughter along the way! 🎉🎊👏

06/19/2026

🎉The wait is officially over—meet your Top 3 for S11 Greenlight Maine College Edition:

🎉MVP Development - Cayo Novaes, Thomas College

🎉Topa Energy Storage - Charlie Parkes,
Colby College
🎉Buoy and Biscuit - Andie Piliouras, College of the Atlantic

This weekend, the journey culminates in the Season 11 College Edition Finale. Congratulations and a round of applause to our entire Season 11 Cohort. To each collegiate entrepreneur who stepped up to the mic this year: thank you for inspiring us. We are celebrating every founder and every pitch that brought this season to life!

Tune in this weekend to catch the finale and see who wins the cash prizes:

Saturday, June 20: 📺 WGME (Portland) & WABI (Bangor) at 7:00 PM

Sunday, June 21: 📺 WWPI (Presque Isle) at 10:00 AM

Thanks so much to our incredible judges for their time and expertise. Many thanks to our Premier Partner, Bangor Savings Bank, alongside our corporate partners and dedicated sponsors. Together, we're growing Maine, one dream at a time.

Get ready to be inspired by Maine's next generation of business leaders.✨