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2025 40 Under 40 honorees

Now in its fourth year, the Mainebiz 40 Under 40 program recognizes the state's up-and-coming leaders — the next generation of individuals shaping Maine and its economy. 

Mainebiz is proud to recognize these individuals as they advance in their careers. The remarkable 40 come from a wide range of industries, including financial services, healthcare, the nonprofit sector, hospitality and more.

Take a look at the stories of the individuals listed below.

And please join Mainebiz in celebrating the honorees at our awards reception on Thursday, Nov. 6, from 5-7 p.m. The venue will be Brick South at Thompson's Point in Portland. You can learn more and register here.

40 Under 40 Honorees of 2025

  • Jeannette Andre
    Jeannette Andre
    President and CEO, Maine Philanthropy Center
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  • Connor Archer
    Connor Archer
    Founder, chair and CEO, the Couragous Steps Project Inc.
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  • Kelsie Bouchard
    Kelsie Bouchard
    Chief lending and investment officer, Coastal Enterprise Inc.
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  • Kate Bielinski
    Kate Bielinski
    Owner Kate Bielinski Marketing & Consulting; co-founder, Growth Factor
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  • Ashleigh Briggs-Davis
    Ashleigh Briggs-Davis
    Owner and fractional COO and consultant, Briggs Solutions for Business, Rize Coworking and Collaboration Space
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  • Alexis Brown
    Alexis Brown
    Branch manager and community banking officer, Katahdin Trust Co.
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  • Molly Brubaker
    Molly Brubaker
    Founder and owner, Baby Booty
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  • Mary Butler-Fleming
    Mary Butler-Fleming
    CEO, Community Care Partnerships of Maine
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  • Ania Chandler
    Ania Chandler
    Senior project engineer, Barton & Loguidice, Scarborough
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  • Shannon Coffin
    Shannon Coffin
    Vice president of community partnerships, Good Shepherd Food Bank of Maine
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  • Helen Cohen
    Helen Cohen
    Co-founder and CEO, ReachMyTeach
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  • Lindsey Coit
    Lindsey Coit
    Co-founder, Capital H. Consulting
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  • Mathew Collins
    Mathew Collins
    Vice president, strategy and partnerships, Andwell Health Partners
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  • Christina Consigli
    Christina Consigli
    Senior project manager, Consigli Construction
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  • Julie Curran
    Julie Curran
    Managing director, Great Falls Construction
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  • Kiley Cyr
    Kiley Cyr
    Senior human resources manager, Bath Iron Works
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  • Matt Donahue
    Matt Donahue
    Vice president and chief impact officer, Heart of Maine United Way
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  • Alina Dubois
    Alina Dubois
    Vice president and business banker, KeyBank
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  • Ryan Edwards
    Ryan Edwards
    Owner, Five Gables Inn
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  • Amina Hassan
    Amina Hassan
    Executive director, Her Safety Net
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  • Nathan Henry
    Nathan Henry
    Commercial loan portfolio manager, Kennebec Savings Bank
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  • Nate Howes
    Nate Howes
    Senior development officer, Avesta Housing
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  • Katie Jones
    Katie Jones
    CEO, Nimble Group
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  • Jillian LaFrance
    Jillian LaFrance
    Remote adjunct forensic psychology professor, South College; and intensive case manager, Maine Department of Health and Human Services
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  • Gina Mannarino
    Gina Mannarino
    CEO, Green Gean's LLC
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  • Elisabeth Marnik
    Elisabeth Marnik
    Director of science education and outreach, MDI Biological Laboratory
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  • Alexa Coulombe McGovern
    Alexa Coulombe McGovern
    Founder, Dirigo Sea Farm
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  • Charles Mugabe
    Charles Mugabe
    Director of migration, Catholic Charities Maine
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  • Peace Mutesi
    Peace Mutesi
    Director of economic opportunity, Quality Housing Coalition
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  • Laura Nilsson
    Laura Nilsson
    Director of global programs, Partners for World Health
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  • Tucker Nyquist
    Tucker Nyquist
    Regional safety manager, Maine region manager, A/Z Corp.
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  • Tagwongo Obomsawin
    Tagwongo Obomsawin
    Manager of energy, economy and Innovation, Clean Energy Partnership, Governor's Energy Office
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  • Jessica Oriente
    Jessica Oriente
    Project engineer, Sappi North America
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  • Jonathan Poole
    Jonathan Poole
    Chief operations officer, Finance Authority of Maine
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  • Ashley Risbara
    Ashley Risbara
    Director of marketing and communications, M&R Development; principal, Zebra Striping
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  • Jose Saavedra
    Jose Saavedra
    Airport director, Bangor International Airport
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  • Tracey Spinato
    Tracey Spinato
    Director of experiential education, the Roux Institute at Northeastern University
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  • Barrett Takesian
    Barrett Takesian
    Executive director, Portland Community Squash
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  • Katie Wise
    Katie Wise
    Director of design and construction, L.L. Bean
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  • Emily Yearwood
    Emily Yearwood
    Owner, guide, marketing director, Northern Outdoors
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