Logo for Maine Entrepreneurs Summit featuring stylized green mountain peaks and the name of the event in bold blue and green text.

The 2025 Maine Entrepreneur’s Summit was a celebration of innovation, collaboration, and the entrepreneurial spirit that fuels Maine’s economy. Held at the University of Southern Maine on Friday, May 16th, the summit brought together a dynamic mix of founders, mentors, sponsors, and business leaders to share insights, spark ideas, and forge new connections.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who contributed to the energy and success of this event—from our inspiring speakers and supportive partners to the MCE team whose hard work brought it all to life. Explore the photo gallery below and relive the moments that made this year’s summit unforgettable.

Woman speaking at Maine Center for Entrepreneurs event, wearing glasses, black shirt, and blue patterned skirt, standing in front of a blue Maine Center for Entrepreneurs sign.
Group of seven people standing together in front of a blue Maine Center for Entrepreneurs sign, posing for a photo in a wooden-floored room, smiling.
A group of 12 people standing together in front of a banner that reads 'Maine Center for Entrepreneurs,' smiling for a photo at a professional event.
A woman with shoulder-length brown hair in a beige T-shirt and dark pants standing on stage, smiling, holding a small device, and wearing a microphone clipped to her shirt.
A man giving a presentation at the Maine Center for Entrepreneurs. The slide behind him shows a graph titled 'A Crisis by Design' with projections of U.S. landfilled textile waste from 2010 to 2030, sourced from U.S. EPA and Ellen MacArthur Foundatio
Three people sitting at a long table during a panel discussion or conference. The person in the middle, a woman with dark hair, is speaking into a microphone, while the woman on the right is taking notes. The man on the left is looking ahead. The bac
A woman in a coral blazer and black pants is giving a presentation on stage at the Maine Center for Entrepreneurs, with a large screen behind her displaying a slide with images and financial figures. Two women are seated at a table to her left.
Three women engaged in conversation at a market or fair booth, with tables of clothing and accessories displayed in front of them.
People at a conference booth talking and exchanging information, with laptops and brochures on display.
Man in blue suit speaking at a professional networking event.
Woman standing next to a table at an indoor event, with signs about meetings and a skeleton drawing in the background.
A woman standing behind a booth with a banner that reads 'Seafood Mama' at an indoor event.
A man in a white shirt is sitting at a table, talking to a group of people at a conference or expo, with promotional materials and a laptop on the table. The background shows other attendees and a banner.
A woman and a young girl standing together at a booth for Mama Mia Making, a craft organization. The booth has colorful posters, craft supplies, and a whiteboard with information. There is a large poster of a butterfly and photos of children on the f
Three people having a conversation at a career coaching and employment services booth during an event, with a woman on the left speaking and two individuals on the right listening.
Two men shaking hands at a clothing booth inside a brightly lit building with high ceilings and banners in the background.
A man in a suit talking to a representative at a booth about information technology services at an event. There is a large banner displaying contact information and a photo of a man in a black polo shirt.
Attendees at a professional conference or event gather around food and information booths in a large, well-lit atrium with a high ceiling and windows. People are mingling, grabbing snacks, and exploring displays.
People in line at a buffet table with chafing dishes, serving food during an event or gathering.
Group of six people standing behind a table with Maine Community Bank branding at an event. The table has brochures, mugs, and promotional items. Two banners behind them read 'All in on Maine' and 'Maine Community Bank Launchpad'.
A woman at a STARC Systems booth explaining something to a man at a trade show, with two other men in the background, one eating and one standing near the booth.
A buffet of breaded fried food, possibly chicken nuggets, with bowls of tomato-based sauce and gravy.
A salad buffet with a variety of vegetables, cheeses, and meats, with signs indicating brands like Short Creek Farm, Harvest Maine, and Thirty Acre Farm.
Buffet table with trays of food, bowls, and silver chafing dishes at an event, featuring a Pineland Farms Dairy Company sign in the foreground.
Buffet table with chafing dishes and signs for Tootie's Tempeh and Heiwa Tofu at an indoor event, with people in the background.
Two women and a man standing behind a table at a food event, with a sign reading ‘Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Maine’ in the background. The table has pamphlets, a sunflower bouquet, and a white food cart labeled ‘Lady Oyster,’ with small glasses of
A speaker giving a presentation at the Maine Center for Entrepreneurs Summit, with a projected slide behind them and an audience seated in a dimly lit auditorium.
A woman speaking at a presentation in a conference room. She is wearing a blue jacket and black dress, standing on a wooden stage with a large screen behind her displaying a slide that reads 'Building a Future Ready Business' for the Maine Entreprene
A man in a black suit speaking at a podium during the Maine Entrepreneurs Summit, with a blue sign and placard on the podium displaying the event's title and logo.
Man in suit and tie with a name tag standing at a podium, smiling, with a Maine Center for Entrepreneurs background behind him.
Four women are having a friendly conversation at a networking event or conference, standing around a table with promotional materials. One woman is in a patterned dress, and the others are dressed in business attire.
A woman with gray hair smiling at a table with informational materials, standing in a conference or expo setting. There are other people and display booths in the background.
Three people standing behind a blue tablecloth with 'J. Edward Knight Insurance' logo, at a booth with promotional items, in front of a yellow wall with an insurance company poster. Two men and one woman, all smiling, are present.
Group of people standing and sitting behind a table at a convention or event, promoting the Theater of Dice with a black tablecloth and various promotional materials and merchandise displayed. Some people are smiling and engaging with visitors.
Three people standing behind a table with promotional materials at a University of Maine booth in a bright indoor space with large windows. Two vertical banners promote Maine resources and innovative companies.
Three men engage in a conversation at a table with various items including jars, candy boxes, and a Starbucks coffee cup. Two are standing, one man in a blue shirt and cap talking to an older man in a gray t-shirt, while the third man in a pink t-shi
A woman with short blonde hair wearing a beige cardigan and a blue patterned dress at a booth, engaging in conversation with a man in a blue shirt and beige pants during an indoor event, with clothing racks and other people in the background.
A young man with a beard wearing a gray polo shirt and a cap is standing at a table, talking to another person in a blue jacket. There are signs and items on the table, with a wooden lattice wall and a wall with the text 'ANTHEM BLUE CROSS AND BLUE S
A woman at a booth with clothing on display chatting with a man who is looking at his phone, inside a bright room with large windows.
Two women are having a conversation at a booth. One woman is selling jars of kimchi, and the other is a customer holding a cup. Several jars of kimchi are on the table, and there are people in the background.
Woman sitting at a table with a BROADREACH Public Relations banner, talking to two men at a networking event.
A woman at a booth selling homemade kimchi at an indoor market or fair, with jars of kimchi on display and a sign showing the product name and website.
A man in a blazer talks with a woman behind a table at an indoor market or craft fair, with clothing and accessories displayed on the table and hanging on a rack behind her.
A woman sitting at a booth with FOCUS MAINE branding, displaying ribbons, brochures, and a laptop on a table against a wooden backdrop.
A panel discussion taking place at the Maine Center for Entrepreneurs with four women sitting on stage, two of whom are speaking, and a large screen behind them displaying information about the panelists and sponsors.
Four women seated on a panel at an indoor event, with a large screen displaying a presentation behind them. The screen lists panelist names and logos of Bristol, Broadreach Public Relations, and Coffee Hound Coffee Co. The background has a blue banne
A man in a suit giving a presentation in a classroom with a projected slide that says 'Predicting the Next Word' and shows diagrams and bar graphs. The audience is seated facing the presenter.
A woman with red hair and glasses speaking at a podium during a Maine Center for Entrepreneurs event, with a water bottle and cup on the podium and a blue backdrop with the organization logo.
A man speaking at a podium during the Maine Entrepreneurs Summit in a large auditorium with audience members seated in rows. A large screen displays a welcome message for STARCC Systems, and there is a Maine Center for Entrepreneurs backdrop.
A man standing behind a podium at the Maine Entrepreneurs Summit, with his right hand resting on the podium, looking down and speaking into a microphone, wearing a cream-colored shirt and glasses hanging around his neck.
A man with a beard and a backwards cap and a woman wearing glasses and overalls sit behind a table covered with various printed photographs of outdoor scenes, people, and nature. They are smiling at the camera, and there are cameras and a house sketc
A woman standing behind a table filled with informational materials and promotional displays related to burnout prevention, with large windows and natural light coming in from behind.
Two people standing behind a table with a "HAYMAY" Maine-made cheese banner, surrounded by framed photos, flowers, and cheese samples in an airy, modern indoor setting.
Two men stand on a stage holding a large ceremonial check. The man on the left wears a plaid shirt and khakis, and the man on the right wears a dark suit and tie. The check is from the Maine Technology Institute, dated May 16, 2025, for twenty-five t
Two people sitting behind a table at an indoor event with a banner and laptop that reads 'DigitalDen.' The man is wearing a blue checkered blazer and the woman is wearing a white shirt. There are informational materials and flyers on the table, and a
Three people on stage holding a large check. The check is from Maine Technology Institute, dated May 16, 2025, made out for $25,000, and awarded to Top Gun Showcase Winner. The background displays a sign that reads "Main Center for Entrepreneurs." Th
A man wearing a dark blazer and jeans talking to two women at a booth, one of whom is explaining something. The booth has a black tablecloth with the logo and name 'Theater of Dice' and the tagline 'Safe. Inclusive. Fun.' There are various items on t
Two men, one older with glasses and a badge, and one younger, are in a warm embrace in a conference room with empty chairs.
Group of five women engaging in conversation and smiling at an indoor event with a table and promotional materials in the background.