For nearly a decade, FocusMaine’s work has reflected the power of collaboration in driving Maine’s economic future to maximize benefits for more Maine people. By investing in the human capital of key industries like food and life sciences, supporting entrepreneurs, and expanding access to good-paying jobs, FocusMaine has created lasting opportunities for people and communities across our state.

– Senator Angus King

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“The University of Maine has found great colleagues in FocusMaine…as they catalyze growth in key fields and continue to look for sustainable economic solutions for our state and our future”

– Joan Ferrini-Mundy, President, University of Maine and University of Maine Machias; Vice Chancellor for Reasech and Innovation, University of Maine System

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“Our partnership with FocusMaine… creates compelling value and accelerates the development of new models for learning, research, and entrepreneurship that drive economic development and growth throughout Maine.”

– Chris Mallet, Chief Administrative Officer, Roux Institute at Northeastern University

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“FocusMaine has played a critical role in our efforts to communicate the tremendous potential for aquaculture to help Maine’s coastal communities diversify their economies and become more resilient in the face of significant social and ecological change.”

– Sebastian Belle, Executive Director, Maine Aquaculture Association

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“Addressing the talent shortage is one of Maine’s most pressing challenges, and FocusMaine is helping to show that Maine has dynamic employers, wonderful local communities, and many career opportunities.”

– Jason Judd, Ed.D., Executive Director, Educate Maine

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“FocusMaine’s approach has been highly collaborative and flexible… programs we’ve co-created have helped over 70 Maine businesses… with measurable “bottom line” results of increased revenue, profitability, and job creation.”

– Tom Rainey, Executive Director, Maine Center for Entrepreneurs

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