2025 Maine State Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting & ​Dinner

The Maine State Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted its 2025 Annual Meeting & Dinner on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor. The event brought together hundreds of business and community leaders from across Maine to celebrate leadership, public service, and the spirit of collaboration that drives our state’s economy.

The evening featured remarks from Governor Janet Mills, Maine State Chamber President Patrick Woodcock, and other distinguished guests, along with special video tributes and recognition of outstanding achievement. Highlights included the presentation of the Dana F. Connors Chamber of the Year Award to the Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce and the Dirigo Award to Sawin Millett in recognition of his more than six decades of exemplary public service to the people of Maine.

Catch the full event replay above, and explore the tribute videos and event photos below to relive the highlights.

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The Award Videos

Each year, the Maine State Chamber of Commerce recognizes exceptional local and regional chambers through the Dana F. Connors Chamber of the Year Award. This video highlights the 2025 finalists — Bangor Region, Kennebec Valley, and Rangeley Lakes chambers — showcasing how each is strengthening Maine’s economy, supporting local businesses, and bringing communities together.

The Dirigo Award honors exceptional public service, leadership, and integrity — qualities that define Representative Sawin Millett. With a career spanning more than six decades across legislative, executive, and local government roles, Sawin has earned respect as a steady, unifying force in Maine public life. This tribute video, premiered at the 2025 Annual Meeting & Dinner, celebrates his lifelong commitment to serving the people of Maine with humility, wisdom, and purpose.

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The Photographs

Photo credit goes to Dave Dostie at Dave Dostie Photography.

For high-resolution digital copies of photos, please contact Mark Ellis at [email protected].

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The Details

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2025 Annual Meeting & Dinner

Wednesday, October 15, 2025
4:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Cross Insurance Center 
515 Main St.
Bangor, ME 04401

The Agenda

4:30 p.m.
5:00 p.m. 
6:00 p.m. 
8:30 p.m. 

Chairman’s Reception
Welcome Reception 
Dinner, Awards, and Program
Program End Time

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The Sponsors

Legacy Sponsor

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Premier Corporate Sponsor

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Center of Attention Sponsor

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Board Chair's Reception Sponsor

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Welcome Reception Sponsor

Programming Sponsor

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Awards Sponsors

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Cornerstone Sponsors

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Senior Sponsors

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Lanyard Sponsor

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Corporate Sponsors

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Supporting Sponsors

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Contributing Sponsors

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Student Sponsors