Gov. LePage honors six Maine companies for excellence
Photo / Courtesy of Apothecary by Design
Six Maine companies were recognized by Gov. Paul LePage’s administration Wednesday for their successes and commitments to their employees and communities.
LePage honored the recipients of the 2015 Governor’s Award for Business Excellence during a reception at the Blaine House in Augusta, according to a press release.
“These businesses represent the best of the best here in Maine,” LePage said in a statement. “I am particularly pleased that each of these businesses has shown a commitment to investment, innovation, their communities and to our great state. I thank each of them for doing business in Maine. My administration remains committed to creating the best business environment possible so all Maine people can prosper in an improving economy with more good-paying careers.”
The recipients are:
Moose Alley /Inner Eye in Rangeley: Moose Alley Operations has repurposed two existing Rangeley business locations, one built in the 1980s and the second from the 1920s. Moose Alley, a bowling, gaming, restaurant and live entertainment venue is open 365 days a year. The Inner Eye is a coffeehouse, cafe and gift shop.
Horch Roofing, Warren: Horch Roofing is a residential and commercial roofing company. Established in 2003, Horch Roofing has since grown to serve the midcoast area from Belfast to Brunswick, completing 1,000 jobs annually with a team of 35 employees.
Lucas Tree Experts, Falmouth: Lucas Tree Experts, founded in 1926, is a third-generation family-owned tree-care business with 552 employees, stretching from Nova Scotia to South Carolina. The company has developed a system of safety standards that is regionally and nationally recognized.
Rangeley Lakes Builders Supply, Rangeley: Rangeley Lakes Builders Supply is a full-service lumber yard located in Rangeley. Gary and Jackie Patnode opened their business in 1983 and have grown it to 20 full-time and part-time employees.
Apothecary by Design, Portland: Apothecary by Design is a rapidly-growing, independent pharmacy. Apothecary by Design provides intensive case management services, patient education, nursing consultation and other clinical support for people throughout Maine and the country with life-changing conditions. The company was recently ranked No. 4 in Maine on Inc. Magazine's list of fastest-growing private companies.
Plum Creek: Plum Creek, headquartered in Seattle, Wash., entered Maine 17 years ago. As one of the largest private landowners in Maine, with approximately 861,000 acres of forestland, Plum Creek is a significant supplier to the state’s largest industry, forest products. Plum Creek was recognized for its business leadership and commitment as an employer, corporate citizen, conservation partner, large timberland owner, economic development partner and recreational partner.
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