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Institute for Family-Owned Business honors 7 Maine businesses at 2025 awards event

The Institute for Family-Owned Business recognized seven Maine companies at its 25th annual awards ceremony, held Oct. 8 at Thompson’s Point in Portland.

25 finalists named for 2025 Maine Family Business Awards

The Institute for Family-Owned Business said it received more 505 nominations this year, which it whittled down to 44 semifinalists before picking 25 finalists.

Semifinalists named in 2025 Maine Family Business Awards

The Institute for Family-Owned Business said it received a record 505 nominations for this year’s contest.

Nominations are open for Maine’s best family-owned businesses

The Institute for Family-Owned Business is calling for nominations for the best family-owned companies, to be recognized at its 25th annual awards ceremony this fall.
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Preparing for the future: Two family businesses managing succession

Each of the businesses Mainebiz talked with — S.W. Collins and McDougal Orchards — are over 100 years old and have successfully transitioned through multiple generations.

New scholarship for students planning a career in Maine

Funding from the Institute for Family-Owned Business will provide $2,500 per year for up to four years for students who will attend a Maine-based college.

Founder of Cape Elizabeth blanket business remembered for her grit and optimism

Beth Haller LaSala, founder of ChappyWrap, moved to Maine in 2020.

🔒Newsworthy people and performances for Nov. 18, 2024

A roundup of new hires, promotions and achievements at businesses, nonprofits, professional services firms and health care institutions in Maine.
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Geiger names fifth-generation family member as its next president

On Jan. 1, David Geiger, 36, will become the company's sixth president and fifth from the family. Jo-an Lantz will stay on as CEO.

🔒The ‘family-owned’ brand can be an important marketing tool

The 'family-owned' story can be an important marketing tool. But not all such businesses understand its power.
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