Each year since 2000, the Institute for Family-Owned Business recognizes family-owned, Maine-based businesses through its Maine Family Business Awards in partnership with MEMIC. This gala attracts family businesses, large and small, for a celebration that pays more than just recognition. It serves as a vehicle for networking and opening up all shades of possibilities for families seeking to grow their businesses. Since its inception, we have identified 136 companies for various categories of excellence.
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Business success
Positive business and family linkages
Contributions to the community and industry
Family participation
Work environment
Communication
Innovative business practices or strategies
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Please enjoy these clips of the award presentations, heartfelt acceptance speeches, and other memorable moments from the 2023 Maine Family Business Awards!
The Maine Family Business Awards, awarded annually, give family-owned businesses recognition in several categories.
Allagash Brewing Company
(Renys Large Business Award)
Southpaw Packing Company
(Maddy Corson Small Business Award)
Freckle Farm, LLC
(Shep Lee Community Service Award)
Raye's Mustard
(Chalmers Insurance Group Customer Service Award)
Calais IGA & Orono IGA
(EOS Worldwide First Generation Award)
M&R Development Company
(M&T Bank Innovation and Technology Award)
Estabrook's Farm & Greenhouses
(Geiger Environmental Leadership Award)
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Portland, Maine 04104 USA