The Maine Entrepreneurs Summit is happening on May 12th at the USM Abromson Center in Portland, Maine. This one-day event is your ticket to dive deep into entrepreneurship and boost your business. Join us for workshops, networking opportunities, and the Top Gun Showcase Pitch Competition.

We’re thrilled to announce that the Maine Entrepreneurs Summit is returning May 12, 2026! Join us for a full day of inspiration, connection, and actionable insight designed for Maine’s innovators, founders, and changemakers.

AGENDA

1:15 PM Registration Opens

1:30 PM High Impact Workshops

Workshop I: Growth Through Acquisition: Buying or Selling a Small Business
Presenter: Erik Olson, Transaction Advisory Services at Berry Dunn
Panelists: Florian Knappe – CFO, Hancock Lumber & Kim Anania – Founder, KMA HR

Workshop II: From Chaos to Clarity: Time Management Strategies That Scale with You
Presenter: Gerry Brown- Sr Consultant, Growth Initiatives Consulting and Professor at Tufts University – Fletcher School

3:00 PM Maine Entrepreneurs Summit Opening & Keynote Address

Shaping Maine’s Economic Future
Amanda Rector, Chief Economist for the State of Maine, will present on how small businesses, startups, and entrepreneurship are shaping Maine’s economic future and driving long-term resilience.

3:45 PM Trade Show & Networking Reception

Featuring products and services from Top Gun companies, industry funders, and sponsors. This
The Networking Reception provides opportunities for attendees to connect, discuss ideas, and build
valuable relationships.

5:30 PM Opening Remarks & Top Gun Showcase Pitch Competition

Top Gun finalists pitch their innovative ideas, products, or services to a panel of expert judges.

6:55 PM Judges Deliberation & Victoria Hillard Donovan Award Announcement

7:20 Top Gun Pitch Award Winner Announcement

7:30 PM Close of Event

Thank you to our supporting partners!

Maine Entrepreneurs Summit 2026

Workshops, Networking & Pitch Competition