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 120 companies for various categories of excellence.
Business success
Positive business and family linkages
Contributions to the community and industry
Family participation
Work environment
Communication
Innovative business practices or strategies
Congratulations to our semi-finalists and finalists for 2024! We had a record 500+ nominations this year! Below is the list of those companies who have been named finalists (25) and semi-finalists (8) with links to learn more about their businesses.
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.
R.J. Grondin & Sons
(Renys Large Business Award)
Main Line Fence
(Maddy Corson Small Business Award)
Bouchard Family Farm
(Shep Lee Community Service Award)
Waltz & Sons, Inc.
(Chalmers Insurance Group Customer Service Award)
Fishermen's Net
(Horch Roofing First Generation Award)
Hussey Seating Company
(M&T Bank Innovation and Technology Award)
McDougal Orchards
(Geiger Environmental Leadership Award)
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Portland, Maine 04104 USA