Stephen Smith

Stephen Smith, president and CEO of the Freeport-based outdoor gear and apparel retailer, talked to Mainebiz about the rationale behind partnerships with Staples and two other retailers unveiled earlier this month.

The Manufacturers Association of Maine has been inundated with calls in recent weeks from non-medical users about face masks to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

The Portland-based company has appointed President and CEO Melissa Smith as chair, succeeding Michael Dubyak. Dubyak, who had chaired WEX since 2013, will continue as a board member.

L.L. Bean, the Freeport-based outdoor gear and clothing maker, is set to open its first retail location in Canada this August with an assortment of products specific to the Canadian market.