Celebrating the 2021 Mainebiz Women to Watch

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By Mainebiz Staff

Since 2009, Mainebiz has honored a group of women who have demonstrated leadership in every field of business and the nonprofit world. Now for the 13th year, we recognize the Mainebiz Women to Watch.

To date, 63 remarkable individuals have received this distinction. This year, the Women to Watch come from throughout Maine and range from CEOs to leaders of nonprofits and a chamber of commerce and even a registered Maine guide.

Maine can be grateful to have leaders like these. As the pandemic continues to challenge the state and the country, the resilience, abilities and dedication of these eight women are more important than ever.

A major part of the Mainebiz Women to Watch program is a reception for the honorees. Last year’s event was held via Zoom, but Mainebiz currently plans to host an in-person celebration on Sept. 16, outdoors, at Thompson’s Point in Portland. Click here for more information.

Congratulations to each of the 2021 Mainebiz Women to Watch:

Adilah Muhammad, president and founder, The Third Place
Quincy Hentzel, chief executive officer, Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce
Polly Mahoney, Master Maine Guide and co-founder, Mahoosuc Guide Service
Krystal Williams, founder, Providentia Group and Alpha Legal Foundation
Marie Hansen, dean, College of Business and New England School of Communications, Husson University
Heather Blease, owner and chief executive officer, SaviLinx
Crystal Landry, chief executive officer, Penobscot Valley Hospital
Rebecca Hatfield, senior vice president of real estate, Avesta Housing.