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MEREDA’s Morning Menu – MEREDA Welcomes Dr. Habib Dagher, Executive Director, Advanced Structures and Composites Center, UMO

November 17, 2025

December 16, 2025 - 8:30 - 10:00 amBuffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 amProgram: 9:00-10:00 am Location: McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center35 Bedford Street, Portland, ME About the Event:Dr. Habib Dagher will provide ...

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Nominations Now Being Accepted for MEREDA’s 2025 Notable Project Awards

November 14, 2025

Each year, MEREDA identifies and recognizes the most noteworthy and significant Maine commercial development projects from the previous year, all of which embody MEREDA’s belief in responsible development. Nominations are ...

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Aerial view of Notable Project Receipient Nightingale & State Street Campus Redevelopment

The Right Equation for Responsible Development: Spotlight on Nightingale & State Street Campus Redevelopment (Portland)

November 4, 2025

MEREDA Recognizes its 2024 Notable Project Award Recipients - Each year, the Maine Real Estate & Development Association (MEREDA) recognizes some of the state’s most “noteworthy and significant” real estate ...

MEREDA Recognizes its 2024 Notable Project Award Recipients - Each year, the Maine Real Estate & Development Association (MEREDA) recognizes some of the state’s most “noteworthy and significant” real estate projects, completed in the previous year. The exemplary projects from across the state, completed in 2024, not only embody MEREDA’s belief in responsible real estate development, but also exemplify best practices in the industry, contributing to Maine’s economic growth by significant investment of resources and job creation statewide. This year, MEREDA honored projects from throughout the state, with each receiving special recognition at MEREDA’s 2025 “Notable Night” social celebration in May. In a multi-part series exclusive to the Maine Real Estate Insider, we’ll provide an up-close look at the most notable commercial development projects of the past year that are helping to fuel Maine’s economy in terms of investment and job creation. MEREDA is proud to recognize responsible development based upon criteria including environmental sustainability, economic impact, energy efficiency, difficulty of the development, uniqueness, social impact and job creation. Mainebiz also featured each of our Notable Project Recipients in their inaugural “Groundbreaking Maine” publication. Be sure to check it out! https://www.mainebiz.biz/special-edition/groundbreaking-maine-2025 MEREDA’s 2024 Top 9 recipients include: Firehouse Village, Firehouse Ventures & Avesta Housing (Scarborough) 99 Western Apartments, Mastway Development (Augusta) The Malone Family Tower, MaineHealth and Perkins&Will (Portland) Seaport Community Health Center, Penobscot Community Health Care (Belfast) Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument: Tekαkαpimək Contact Station, Elliotsville Foundation (T3 R7 WELS) Vertical Harvest, Vertical Harvest Maine (Westbrook) Stacy M. Symbol Apartments, Westbrook Development Corporation (Westbrook) Nightingale & State Street Campus Redevelopment, NewHeight Group & Redfern Properties (Portland) Front Street Redevelopment, Portland Housing Authority (Portland) Please join us this week in celebrating Nightingale & State Street Campus Redevelopment. MEREDA: Describe the building and project. NewHeight Group & Redfern Properties: Redevelopment of the Mercy Hospital State Street campus into a high-density, mixed-income residential campus featuring 260 new apartments and 9 new homes, a self-storage facility, and several small retail spaces is an excellent example of smart growth. The project involved adaptive reuse of the historic hospital building, creation of outdoor public space in a shared woonerf, improvements to existing utility infrastructure, implementation of a Traffic Demand Management Plan to encourage and support alternative forms of transportation, and provision of a range of housing choice (market rate, affordable, and workforce), both for rent and for sale. In addition, the redevelopment transformed surface parking into housing, recreated the street wall along Winter Street, and stitched back together the neighborhood that had been divided when the hospital was built. MEREDA: What was the impetus for this project? NewHeight Group & Redfern Properties: 2Northern Light Mercy Hospital issued a Request for Proposals in July of 2018. NewHeight Group was invited to respond along with approximately 50 other firms. NHG submitted a proposal in November 2018 with development team members Community Housing of Maine and the Portland Housing Authority. In December of 2018, NHG was one of three teams invited to interview with the selection committee. In January 2019, NewHeight Group’s successful best and final proposal was selected. MEREDA: That sounds like quite a process. How long were you in the planning stages before construction started? NewHeight Group & Redfern Properties: In October of 2019 NewHeight Group executed the Purchase & Sale agreement with Northern Light Health. In December of that year, NewHeight Group entered into an agreement with Redfern Properties to complete the project as 50/50 partners. The acquisition was finalized in February of 2020 (just three weeks before Covid hit!), and the development team launched into rezoning the property, planning, permitting, extension of the period of significance for the existing National Register district, local historic approvals, Part 1 approval from the National Park Service, and hiring Zachau Construction as Construction Manager at-Risk. The project was granted full planning board approval in August of 2021. MEREDA: Tell us about the most challenging aspect of getting this project completed. NewHeight Group & Redfern Properties: This project had myriad challenges. Perhaps the largest was that Mercy Hospital, the primary building, was an operating hospital right up until construction start, so the development team was unable to do any exploratory demolition prior to construction start. The building was known to contain asbestos containing material (mostly pipe wrap), but exactly how much was unknown. The building’s low ceilings also presented significant design and coordination challenges. The project also included undergrounding of existing utilities to make room for three new buildings along Winter Street—an extraordinarily complicated undertaking in this location. MEREDA: Something unexpected you learned along the way was…. NewHeight Group & Redfern Properties: The development team was surprised to discover that what appeared to be original historic wooden columns buried in the walls were in fact made of concrete wrapped in a wooden veneer. While it is less surprising that many people feel a connection to the old hospital building – births, deaths, a long tenure as employee – the overwhelming number of people with a connection was a surprise. MEREDA: Now that it’s complete, what feature of the project do you think makes it the most notable? NewHeight Group & Redfern Properties: Perhaps the most notable element of this project is the woonerf, a Dutch term meaning “Street for Living” which describes a space shared by pedestrians, cyclists, and cars. The woonerf is interior to the block between the historic hospital building now known as the Nightingale, and the two new construction affordable apartment buildings developed by Community Housing of Maine in partnership with the Portland Housing Authority. The woonerf functions as a shared public outdoor space and binds the buildings into a campus. The flush condition of the woonerf, along with landscaping and seating, invites pedestrian use while also allowing for slow vehicle movement and parking.

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MEREDA’s Fall Conference outlines challenges and opportunities

October 28, 2025

Portland, Maine - MEREDA hosted its Fall Conference on October 23rd where nearly 300 real estate professionals gathered at USM’s Hannaford Hall. The focus of the half-day conference was to ...

Portland, Maine - MEREDA hosted its Fall Conference on October 23rd where nearly 300 real estate professionals gathered at USM’s Hannaford Hall. The focus of the half-day conference was to discuss the challenges faced when completing housing projects and to learn about innovative approaches to increasing the number of housing units completed. Housing creation is one of Maine’s most significant needs and MEREDA’s event provided an opportunity for industry professionals to hear different perspectives from local, regional, and national experts on this important and complex issue. “MEREDA is actively working on solutions at the State and local levels,” explained Shannon Richards, founder of Hay Runner and MEREDA’s volunteer president. “This conference is an opportunity for MEREDA members to hear firsthand from peers who are actively involved in the housing effort on a daily basis.” The conference opened with a keynote presentation from Dr. Christopher Herbert, Managing Director of the Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies, who cautioned the audience to be prepared for some gloom and doom. As he explained, there’s no silver bullet for the housing crisis. Home affordability is an issue nationwide with no simple solution. And although the situation here is dire, Dr. Herbert assured the audience that housing isn’t as bad in Maine as it is in other parts of the country. And, he left the audience with the optimistic notion that there are innovative – and feasible -- solutions. The morning continued with a mid-year economic update from Kenneth J. Entenmann, Chief Investment Officer and Chief Economist, NBT Bank/NBT Wealth. Entenmann looked at the impact of tariffs, immigration, taxes and regulation on housing and the overall economy. He sees no sign of a deep dark recession and sees strength in the economy. However, he doesn’t see much that would improve affordability for first-time home buyers. Summing things up, Entenmann said, “Overall, things are less uncertain that a year ago. That doesn’t mean they are all better, but the market does like certainty.” Elizabeth Frazier, Partner at Pierce Atwood, moderated a discussion on municipal challenges faced not only by developers, but also by municipalities. Panelists included Vanessa L. Farr from Haley Ward, Hope Eye from Eastern Maine Development Corp., and Benjamin R.K. Breadmore from the Town of Holden. In that discussion it became clear that with municipal budgets stretched thin, code enforcement officers often carry additional responsibilities, and some ideas were presented to improve the consistency of code enforcement and expediency of permitting. Dr. Herbert returned to the stage to lead a discussion on innovative solutions. The panel included Rebecca Hatfield from Hancock Lumber, Kyle Barker from Primary Projects, and Chris Marshall from GreenMars. The group discussed the pros and cons of a wide variety of housing solutions ranging from modular and panelized construction to tiny homes, condos, single family homes, and co-housing ideas. To make these ideas workable solutions would require some changes both in terms of zoning and expectations of the marketplace. The consensus of the panel was that while not everything will work, it is worth trying new approaches to the development of housing units of all types. With our need for more housing becoming more dire every moment, having collaborative discussions and learning of other creative building solutions is essential for Maine’s future success. MEREDA remains committed to creating the opportunities for experts and novices from all walks of real estate to come together and work together on meaningful solutions that benefit all.

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Join MEREDA in Bangor on 10/29 to Learn About Investing in Solar Power in Maine

October 1, 2019

In 2019, the Maine Legislature passed LD 91 which reset the state’s metering policy for solar and ensures that consumers who produce electricity from solar panels are fairly compensated for supplying excess energy back to the electric grid. Come learn more about solar, from design to financing to tax credits. Make plans to join us for breakfast on October 29 from 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM at the Hollywood Casino & Hotel in Bangor. About the Event: MEREDA's Morning Menu - Solar in Maine: What you need to know about investing in solar in Maine October 29, 2019 - 7:30 - 9:00 AM Hollywood Casino Bangor 500 Main Street Bangor, ME Breakfast: 7:30 - 8:00 AM Program: 8:00 - 9:00 AM About the Panelists: Jeffrey J Eades, National Sales Director at KEF Clean Energy (K4G) since June of 2015, is responsible for the development and delivery of Key Equipment Finance and Key Bank’s Energy Efficiency and Renewable financing offerings throughout the corporate footprint. His role includes the management of sales team members located in the Eastern, Midwestern and West Coast Regions. Justin Morren is a Manager in BerryDunn’s Tax Consulting and Compliance Group. Justin is a seasoned advisor on tax treatments for pass-through entities, and brings a deep understanding of partnership and limited liability company taxation, including contributed property concerns and complex tax allocations. Justin provides planning, compliance, and consulting services to privately held entities in the professional services, manufacturing, wholesale and retail, real estate, and forest products industries. In this role, he has advised business owners on the tax benefits of renewable energy ITC tax credits. This experience includes tax planning using multiple year income tax projections for after-tax cash flow purposes and tax return compliance. Vaughan Woodruff, is the CEO and founder of Insource Renewables, a solar contracting firm headquartered in Pittsfield, Maine. Insource Renewables is one of only ten solar installation companies in North America to achieve accreditation and was recognized in 2019 as a "Best For the World" company based on ranking in the top 10% of Certified B Corps around the globe in its treatment of workers. In addition to leading Insource's efforts over the past decade, Woodruff is the former chair of Maine's solar industry trade group and is a recognized as a leading voice for the solar industry at the Maine legislature and Public Utilities Commission. Registering for this Event: Click Here to Register Now MEREDA Members: $25 each | Non-Members: $35 Each Prices Increase by $10 after October 22 Your RSVP is requested by October 22. Payment is expected at the time of registration. No refunds will be granted to anyone who registers but fails to attend or who cancels after October 22. For more information and to register, visit https://mereda.org MEREDA's Morning Menu is Sponsored by the City of Bangor, Bowman Constructors and KeyBank,

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After an Overwhelming Number of Attendees at our Bangor Breakfast, We are Pleased to Host our “Solar Power in Maine” Program Again in Portland!

October 1, 2019

Click Here to Register Now In 2019, the Maine Legislature passed a number of bills related to renewable energy development. After lagging our neighbors in the rest of New England ...

Click Here to Register Now In 2019, the Maine Legislature passed a number of bills related to renewable energy development. After lagging our neighbors in the rest of New England in terms of solar deployment for the last decade, the new policy landscape promises to make Maine a leader in this area and provides substantial opportunities for local private investment for Maine’s real estate community. Come learn more about the new solar policy landscape in Maine, from design to financing to tax credits and the opportunities it provides for investors, owners, operators, developers, landowners and more. Join MEREDA for breakfast on December 12, 2019 from 7:30 AM – 9 AM at the Portland Regency Hotel in Portland to learn more about the new solar policy landscape in Maine. About the Event: MEREDA's Morning Menu - "Solar Power in Maine: What you need to know about investing in solar in Maine" Portland Regency Hotel 20 Milk Street Portland, ME 04101 Thursday December 12, 2019 Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. Program: 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. About the Panelists: Fortunat Mueller is President and co-founder of ReVision Energy, northern New England’s leading renewable energy installation contractor. ReVision Energy is a 100% employee owned, certified B Corp dedicated to the professional design, installation and service of renewable energy systems and has offices in, Liberty, Portland, ME and Brentwood, and Enfield, NH, and North Andover, MA. Fortunat received a Masters Degree in Mechanical engineering from Brown University with a concentration in thermodynamics and fluid mechanics and is a licensed Professional Engineer in ME and NH. Justin Morren is a Manager in BerryDunn’s Tax Consulting and Compliance Group. Justin is a seasoned advisor on tax treatments for pass-through entities, and brings a deep understanding of partnership and limited liability company taxation, including contributed property concerns and complex tax allocations. Justin provides planning, compliance, and consulting services to privately held entities in the professional services, manufacturing, wholesale and retail, real estate, and forest products industries. In this role, he has advised business owners on the tax benefits of renewable energy ITC tax credits. This experience includes tax planning using multiple year income tax projections for after-tax cash flow purposes and tax return compliance. Jim Larrick has over 15 years of commercial banking experience, with the past 6 years being with Mascoma Bank, a $1.8 billion mutual bank and Certified B Corp with offices in Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine. At Mascoma, Jim serves as both a commercial lender and group manager, and he sits on the Bank’s loan committee. Jim also leads the Bank’s efforts in commercial solar lending, maintaining a solid understanding of legislative rules and regulations. He has closed over $20 million in construction to permanent financing on commercial solar arrays. Jim graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Science in Statistics and received his MBA from the University of Chicago. Registering for This Event: MEREDA Members: $45 each | Non-Members: $55 Each Prices Increase by $10 after December 5 Your RSVP is requested by December 5. Payment is expected at the time of registration. No refunds will be granted to anyone who registers but fails to attend or who cancels after December 5. For more information and to register, visit https://mereda.org MEREDA’s Morning Menu is Sponsored by Norway Savings Bank.

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Nominations Now Being Accepted for MEREDA’s 2019 Notable Project Awards

September 17, 2019

Each year, MEREDA identifies and recognizes the most noteworthy and significant Maine commercial development projects from the previous year, all of which embody MEREDA's belief in responsible development. Nominations are now ...

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Join MEREDA for another great “meet-and-greet” opportunity, this time on Portland’s Waterfront, at MEREDA’s Annual Fall Networking Social

September 12, 2019

Join us on Portland's waterfront for hors d'oeuvres, spirits, and great conversation with colleagues, friends and other industry professionals for our Annual Networking Fall Social on October 17 from 5:00 ...

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MEREDA’s DevelopME Committee is Pleased to Present “Real Estate and Financing Issues in Maine’s Cannabis Marketplace” at the Portland Public Library’s Rines Auditorium on September 18

August 20, 2019

Maine Real Estate & Development Association's (MEREDA's) DevelopME Committee is pleased to present "Real Estate and Financing Issues in Maine's Cannabis Marketplace" at the Portland Public Library's Rines Auditorium on September 18, 2019 from 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Come hear ...

Maine Real Estate & Development Association's (MEREDA's) DevelopME Committee is pleased to present "Real Estate and Financing Issues in Maine's Cannabis Marketplace" at the Portland Public Library's Rines Auditorium on September 18, 2019 from 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Come hear from industry members and stakeholders on the current climate for conducting business with cannabis companies here in Maine with a focus on land use regulations, municipal relations, and banking & financing hurdles. We will be joined by Josh Quint, Director of Operations for Canuvo, one of the state's 8 licensed medical marijuana dispensaries, Garrett Corbin, a legislative advocate for the Maine Municipal Association, and Gene Ardito, President and CEO of cPort Credit Union. About the Event: September 18, 2019 - 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Portland Public Library 5 Monument Square Portland, ME Lunch: 11:30 - 12:00 p.m. Program: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. About the Presenters: Joshua Quint is Director of Operations for Canuvo, one of four vertically integrated Medical Marijuana Dispensaries licensed by the State of Maine. Josh has helped lead Canuvo to the forefront of the cannabis market in Maine. In this position for the past 6 years, Josh interacts with all aspects of the cannabis industry, from cultivation facility design to product development to public policy. Josh has worked with regulators and legislators at the municipal, state and federal level to improve state-run marijuana programs and ensure public health and safety standards for businesses operating in the cannabis market. Josh was born and raised in Minot, Maine and now resides in Bridgton. Garrett Corbin began working as a Legislative Advocate for the Maine Municipal Association in April 2013. Garrett received his BA degree from Boston University, his Juris Doctor (JD) from the University of Maine School of Law, and his MA from the Muskie School. Before coming to MMA, Garrett worked in a number of capacities with and for the Maine Legislature. Garrett's advocacy is focused in the areas of energy, marijuana legalization, intergovernmental relations and judiciary. Gene Ardito has held the role of President and CEO of cPort Credit Union since 2004. With assets of over $230 million, cPort Credit Union employs 81 staff and serves over 24,000 members with four locations in Portland, Augusta and Scarborough. cPort was founded in 1931 as the Government Employees Credit Union of Maine, serving primarily federal employees including postal workers and military personnel. In 2005, Ardito led the expansion of the credit union's charter to serve Maine's five most populous counties and rebranded GECUME to cPort Credit Union. In 2018, cPort Credit Union opened its third Portland branch at 35 Middle Street in the Old Port. Ardito is a graduate of Providence College. He spent the first ten years of his career working in corporate finance positions at Central Maine Power during a time of incredible regulatory and economic change and under the leadership of thought leaders such as John Rowe and David Flanagan. Ardito then spent ten years working in corporate finance positions at UNUM raising capital and managing world-wide banking relationships through strong organic and merger related growth. Following UNUM, Ardito became a Senior Relationship Manager within Fleet Bank's Corporate Banking Group and successfully grew relationships with large insurance companies throughout the United States including Prudential, Pacific Life, AIG, Guardian Life and Allstate. A Portland resident, Gene has served on the boards of the UNUM Foundation, Diocese of Portland, and Community Financial Literacy. Registering for this Event: Click Here to Register Now Your RSVP is requested by September 11, 2019. Payment is expected at the time of registration. No refunds will be granted to anyone who registers, but fails to attend or who cancels after September 11, 2019. Ticket Prices: Members: $15 each | Non-Members: $25 each Prices increase by $10 after September 11, 2019 To register, please click here. This DevelopME Lunch & Learn Seminar is sponsored by cPort Credit Union.

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Maine Real Estate & Development Association Elects Shannon Richards to its Board of Directors

August 19, 2019

Shannon Richards of Portland has been elected to the board of directors of the Maine Real Estate & Development Association (MEREDA), a statewide organization of commercial real estate owners, developers and related service providers. Shannon returned to Maine in the early 2000’s after receiving a BFA from Syracuse University and started a studio soon after which melded a cooperative creative space, gallery and workshop, out of which she designed and manufactured custom furniture and fixtures. This business grew to include interior design, architectural design services and general contracting, and is now called Hay Runner, a real estate development company that provides services related to residential and commercial real estate transactions, project management, design, construction, furnishing and produces design centric events. Hay Runner provides brokerage services through its affiliation with Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty. Shannon passionately supports artists in Maine as a member of the Board of Directors of the Maine Crafts Association, which has more than 600 artist members and offers retail, educational and marketing support to artists and craftspeople in Maine. She also supports conservation in Maine as an adviser to the Maine Coast Heritage Trust, which ensures public access to some of Maine's most beautiful coastline. Shannon also participates in the Greater Portland Board of Realtors, the Maine Association of Realtors, and the National Association of Realtors. Already an active member of MEREDA, Shannon serves on its Conference Committee and most recently took a leading role helping develop the program for its annual Spring Conference held last May. MEREDA’s Vice President of Operations, Shelly R. Clark says, “We are excited to begin working with Shannon at the Board level. Shannon has a lot of drive and ambition, and certainly brought a new energy when she joined the Conference Committee. She will be a great addition to MEREDA’s Board of Directors.” For further information, please contact MEREDA’s Vice President of Operations, Shelly R. Clark at 207-874-0801.

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MEREDA’s Morning Menu Breakfast Event – Hotel Development in Portland and in Maine: Opportunities, Challenges and Forecasts

August 12, 2019

Matthew Arrants, one of the hospitality industry’s most respected professionals, and James Brady, one of Portland’s most prominent hotel developers, will share their views on the excitement and challenges of building hotels in both Portland and in Maine – and the prognosis for the hospitality industry in the immediate future. Matt Arrants is the Executive Vice President of Pinnacle Advisory Group in Boston, and is the former Chairman of the International Society of Hospitality Consultants. He holds a Masters’ Degree in Hotel Administration from Cornell University and has worked in various managerial capacities for Four Seasons Hotel and with Rock Resorts. Jim Brady is the moving force behind Portland’s dynamic Press Hotel, and is currently working on the new Hilton Canopy on Commercial Street in Portland. Mr. Brady has also been involved in hotel development and management throughout the State of Maine, United States, and Europe. Make plans to join us for breakfast on September 10 from 7:30 AM - 9 AM at the Portland Regency Hotel as we kick off our 2019/2020 Morning Menu Breakfast Series This powerful ensemble will provide their thoughts and anecdotes on the history of the hospitality industry regionally - and their best guesses for our future. Moderated by David Soley of Bernstein Shur. About the Event: September 10, 2019 - 7:30 - 9:00 a.m. Portland Regency Hotel 20 Milk Street Portland, ME Buffet Breakfast: 7:30 – 8:00 a.m. Program: 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. About the Presenters: Matthew Arrants, ISHC, CHAM is the Executive Vice President of Pinnacle Advisory Group, working in both the Boston and Portland offices. As Pinnacle’s Director of Asset Management Services, Matt specializes in asset management, development services, and operational reviews. His clients include hotels, universities, hospitals, real estate investment funds, and lenders. Matt is currently a board member of the Hotel Asset Manager’s Association (HAMA) and leads that group’s marketing committee. Matt holds the prestigious Certified Hotel Asset Manager (CHAM) designation from HAMA and a former Chairman of the International Society of Hospitality Consultants, a group of the hospitality industry’s most respected professionals from across six continents. Jim Brady is a real estate developer with extensive experience designing, constructing and operating branded and non-franchised hotel properties. He is the developer of The Press Hotel, a 110 room Autograph Collection in Portland, Maine. Following the opening in May 2015, the hotel has won several prestigious awards, scores within the top 5% of all Autograph Collection Marriott hotels, is the Portland market RevPAR leader as well as TripAdvisor’s #1 hotel in the market. In 2017 Jim founded Fathom Companies, where he serves as the President and Director, specializing in the development of mixed use, hospitality, and redevelopment of historic properties. Currently, Fathom has many ongoing development projects, including a 135 room Canopy by Hilton to be located on Commercial Street. Prior to Fathom, Jim co-founded and served as President of Olympia Development for 10 years. Olympia Development completed over $200 million in real estate projects, including five ground-up hotels, and was named “Developer of the Year” in 2004 by Hilton Hotels Corporation worldwide. After leaving Olympia in 2008 to live in Bologna Italy, he served as Project Director for MProject on a €400 million redevelopment of multiple projects including the planning, approvals and design management of a historic rehabilitation of the famed Excelsior and Des Bains Hotels working with Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts to convert to hotel and branded residences. Registering for this Event: Click Here to Register Now. Your RSVP is requested by September 3, 2019. Payment is expected at the time of registration. No refunds will be granted to anyone who registers, but fails to attend or who cancels after September 3, 2019. Ticket Prices: Members: $45 each | Non-Members: $55 each Prices increase by $10 after September 3, 2019 To register, please visit click here. This MEREDA Morning Breakfast Event is sponsored by Norway Savings Bank, Bernstein Shur, Fathom Companies and Wright-Ryan Construction.

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Maine Real Estate & Development Association Elects Matthew Pitzer to its Board of Directors

July 18, 2019

Matthew Pitzer, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C of Falmouth has been elected to the board of directors of the Maine Real Estate & Development Association (MEREDA), a statewide organization of ...

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MEREDA’s 7th Annual “Strikes for Scholars” Bowl-a-Thon Fundraiser on May 23rd Raises Funds for Scholarships for 16 Maine Students

May 31, 2019

Again this year, MEREDA is excited to be able to provide $20,000 in scholarships to students pursuing studies in building trades, architecture, construction, engineering or a business program at a ...

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MEREDA Welcomes Heather Johnson, Commissioner of the Maine Department of Economic and Community Development

May 20, 2019

The Department of Economic & Community Development's broad mission is to help communities and businesses prosper through a variety of programs providing everything from targeted tax relief to community block grants to tourism marketing. DECD and its partners show companies how to benefit from millions of dollars in tax credits, reimbursements, R & D credits, capital loans, even direct investment. Join us on June 19th at the Holiday Inn By the Bay to hear about the Commissioner's first few months in office, and learn about what she sees as opportunities and threats for Maine's economy, and what may come out of the legislative session to advance the economy. We'll also learn what Maine is doing to be competitive and what programs DECD uses to assist development together with specific success stories. Following her formal remarks, Commissioner Johnson will welcome questions from the audience. About the Event: June 19, 2019 - 7:30 - 9:00 AM Holiday Inn by the Bay 88 Spring Street Portland, ME Breakfast: 7:30 - 8:00 AM Program: 8:00 - 9:00 AM Our Presenter: Heather Johnson grew up in Skowhegan and graduated from the University of Maine. She began her career by building a diverse background in the private technology sector including sales, operations and general management roles at Nokia, Gateway and Toshiba. With continually expanding roles she created startup operations inside large companies, developed new products for new markets, and ran a $1.2 billion retail business. After leaving the private sector, Heather had the opportunity to concentrate on rural economic development at Somerset Economic Development Corporation. During her time as the Executive Director she focused on key economic drivers such as; connectivity, workforce participation, and potential growth markets. While serving as the Director of ConnectME Heather was responsible for managing a small grant program, mapping key assets, working with communities and businesses to help them identify needs and opportunities to utilize connectivity to enable their goals. Heather was able to able to make changes that positions the ConnectME to move forward into the connectivity space. As Commissioner of the Department of Economic and Community Development Heather continues to dedicate her career to fostering economic development, both in private companies and in rural communities across Maine. Registering for this Event: Click Here to Register Now Your RSVP is requested by June 12, 2019. Payment is expected at the time of registration. No refunds will be granted to anyone who registers, but fails to attend or who cancels after June 12, 2019. Ticket Prices: Members: $45 each | Non-Members: $55 ea Prices increase by $10 after June 12, 2019 This MEREDA Morning Menu Breakfast Event is Sponsored by Norway Savings Bank.

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