John Lewis

As we wind down the year, here are memorable quotes from a dozen interviews published by Mainebiz in 2025.

Bringing more people into Maine’s manufacturing workforce is top of mind for John Lewis, who took the helm of the 300-member trade organization in June.

The study, conducted by Camoin Associates, documents a workforce shortage primarily in engineering, as well as production and related management roles.

The Manufacturers Association of Maine and the Maine Manufacturing Extension Partnership are teaming up on the month-long campaign with events across the state.

Manufacturers across Maine are investing in advanced technologies, expanding into global markets and creating good-paying jobs in communities of all sizes.

The head of the Maine Brewers' Guild warns that the ever-changing trade landscape is "creating a climate of chaos," while the Maine State Chamber of Commerce chief is worried about the "double-punch" of tariffs and a weakening U.S. labor market.

Building a talent pipeline is among the top priorities for the new executive director of the Manufacturers Association of Maine.

Mölnlycke Health Care, based at Brunswick Landing for more than a decade, is working with Portland-based SMRT Architects & Engineers on adding more space and production lines.

John Lewis has succeeded Mike Roughton as executive director of the statewide organization, whose membership has increased by 12% over the past year to around 400.

The future of our workforce — and our economy — depends on deeper, more intentional collaboration between education and industry.