In 2009, Mainebiz started a program to honor women leaders who showed remarkable leadership and vision.
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This year, Mainebiz launched the Outstanding Women in Business awards program, building on the longtime Women to Watch program.
Outstanding Women in Business tweaks the formula a bit, allowing for a bit more leeway in the roles played in business, offering recognition to people who don’t fit into the traditional CEO or executive director roles.
Since starting the program in 2009, Mainebiz has honored more than 75 leaders this way. We're acknowledging seven in 2025 — individuals who have made an impact throughout Maine.
A big part of Outstanding Women in Business is a special celebration of the honorees. Please join them and the Mainebiz team at this reception and networking event on Wednesday, Sept. 10, from 5-7 p.m., in Portland. Click here for more information.
Congratulations to each of the 2025 Outstanding Women in Business.
Profiles of the 2025 Outstanding Women in Business
- Kelly Flagg, executive director of Associated General Contractors of Maine
- Shannon Haines, president and CEO of Waterville Creates
- Soo Parkhurst, president and CEO of O&P Glass
- Torey Penrod-Cambra, co-founder and chief communications officer of HighByte
- Katie Richards, CEO and founder of Maine Laboratories
- Katie Shorey, director of engagement at Live + Work in Maine and president of Startup Maine
- Maryna Shuliakouskaya, franchisee of 12 Aroma Joe's locations, founder of Aspire ME Group and COO of Acadia Management Group