Upcoming Events
May 2025
Event Details
Each year, MEREDA identifies and recognizes the most noteworthy and significant Maine commercial development projects from the previous year. These Notable Projects embody MEREDA’s mission of responsible development.
Event Details
Each year, MEREDA identifies and recognizes the most noteworthy and significant Maine commercial development projects from the previous year. These Notable Projects embody MEREDA’s mission of responsible development.
We’re excited to honor the 2024 Notable Projects on May 14th as we also celebrate our 40th anniversary. This “social celebration” will be in place of our Spring Social. Please join us – it will be a “Notable Night with MEREDA!
We are also partnering with Mainebiz who will be producing a special publication called “Groundbreaking Maine” to be released in June. This will put a spotlight on the innovators, general contractors, engineers, architects, and the developments that showcase responsible development in action!
Refund Policy: Your RSVP is requested by May 7. 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 May 7. Prices increase by $10 after May 7.
Interested in supporting this event? As you know, MEREDA’s networking events are great business development tools, and can provide great exposure for your company. We invite you to participate in this special event as a sponsor – you can maximize your exposure to industry leaders!
Consider Joining TD Bank, Bangor Savings Bank, City of Augusta, Daigle Commercial Group, Westbrook Development Corporation and Evernorth with a Sponsorship! Your Logo could be Here!
Please reach out to the MEREDA Office to learn more or Download the Sponsorship Details Here!
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Time
May 14, 2025 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location
Hannaford Hall - Abromson Community Education Center
88 Bedford Street, Portland, ME
Parking
Everyone that parks on the USM Campus in the Bedford Street Garage has to use the digital parking system. You can pre-register for your parking session or do it upon arrival. Commit your license number to memory! You’ll need it to complete your parking session. To avoid a parking citation, you must begin your digital parking session – and pay – within 10 minutes of parking.
Parking Instructions (PDF)
June 2025
Event Details
June 5, 2025 – 8:00 – 10:00 am Buffet Breakfast: 8:00-8:30 am Program: 8:30-10:00 am Location: Hollywood Casino 500 Main Street Bangor, ME
Event Details
June 5, 2025 – 8:00 – 10:00 am
Buffet Breakfast: 8:00-8:30 am
Program: 8:30-10:00 am
Location:
Hollywood Casino
500 Main Street
Bangor, ME
About the Event:
Join MEREDA on June 5 at Hollywood Casino in Bangor for a MEREDA breakfast focused on the general economic outlook for the Greater Bangor region. This engaging panel discussion will cover key trends in housing, construction, commercial real estate, and development, featuring insights from industry professionals.
Panelists will discuss current market conditions, opportunities, and future growth plans shaping the region. Moderated by Julie Williams, this event provides a valuable opportunity to connect with industry peers, gain expert perspectives, and stay informed on what’s ahead for Bangor’s economic landscape.
Don’t miss this chance to network and learn from top professionals—mark your calendar and join us at Hollywood Casino!
Welcome our Presenters
Our presenters include Anne Krieg, Director of Community & Economic Development for Bangor, Brandon Cyr, VP, Business Banker at Machias Savings Bank, Molly Briggs, Executive V.P. of Lease Administration at Epstein Commercial Real Estate, and Travis Noyes, Chief Operating Officer at Haley Ward. Julie Dawson Williams ,CEO & Broker/Owner at Dawson, Inc. will moderate this discussion.
Refund Policy: Your RSVP is requested by May 29. 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 May 29.
Prices increase by $10 after May 29.
This event is sponsored by:
Time
June 5, 2025 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Location
Hollywood Casino
500 Main Street, Bangor, ME
September 2025
Event Details
September 17, 2025 – 8:30 – 10:00 am Buffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 am Program: 9:00-10:00 am Location: McGoldrick Career & Student Success
Event Details
September 17, 2025 – 8:30 – 10:00 am
Buffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 am
Program: 9:00-10:00 am
Location:
McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center
35 Bedford Street, Portland, ME
About the Event:
Details Coming Soon!
Meet our Presenters:
Presenters will be announced soon.
Refund Policy: Your RSVP is requested by September 10. 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 10.
Prices increase by $10 after September 10.
Time
September 10, 2025 8:30 am - 10:00 am
Location
McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center
35 Bedford Street, Portland, ME
Parking
Everyone that parks on the USM Campus in the Bedford Street Garage has to use the digital parking system. You can pre-register for your parking session or do it upon arrival. To avoid a parking citation, you must begin your digital parking session – and pay – within 10 minutes of parking. You can also pre-schedule your session. By purchasing these tickets, you confirm that you have read and understand the Event Parking information provided by the McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center above.
Parking Instructions (PDF)
October 2025
Event Details
MEREDA is moving its Annual Spring Conference to the Fall! Mark your calendar and watch for details here!
Event Details
MEREDA is moving its Annual Spring Conference to the Fall! Mark your calendar and watch for details here!
Time
October 23, 2025 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Location
Hannaford Hall - Abromson Community Education Center
88 Bedford Street, Portland, ME
Parking
Everyone that parks on the USM Campus in the Bedford Street Garage has to use the digital parking system. You can pre-register for your parking session or do it upon arrival. To avoid a parking citation, you must begin your digital parking session – and pay – within 10 minutes of parking. You can also pre-schedule your session. By purchasing these tickets, you confirm that you have read and understand the Event Parking information provided by the McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center above.
Parking Instructions (PDF)
Event Details
October 30, 2025 – 8:00 – 10:00 am Buffet Breakfast: 8:00-8:30 am Program: 8:30-10:00 am Location: Bangor, ME About the
Event Details
October 30, 2025 – 8:00 – 10:00 am
Buffet Breakfast: 8:00-8:30 am
Program: 8:30-10:00 am
Location:
Bangor, ME
About the Event:
Details Coming Soon!
Meet our Presenters:
Presenters will be announced soon.
Refund Policy: Your RSVP is requested by October 23. 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 23.
Prices increase by $10 after October 23.
Time
October 30, 2025 8:30 am - 10:00 am
Location
Details Coming Soon
November 2025
Event Details
November 18, 2025 – 8:30 – 10:00 am Buffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 am Program: 9:00-10:00 am Location: McGoldrick Career & Student Success
Event Details
November 18, 2025 – 8:30 – 10:00 am
Buffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 am
Program: 9:00-10:00 am
Location:
McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center
35 Bedford Street, Portland, ME
About the Event:
Details Coming Soon!
Meet our Presenters:
Presenters will be announced soon.
Refund Policy: Your RSVP is requested by November 11. 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 November 11.
Prices increase by $10 after November 11.
Time
November 18, 2025 8:30 am - 10:00 am
Location
McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center
35 Bedford Street, Portland, ME
Parking
Everyone that parks on the USM Campus in the Bedford Street Garage has to use the digital parking system. You can pre-register for your parking session or do it upon arrival. To avoid a parking citation, you must begin your digital parking session – and pay – within 10 minutes of parking. You can also pre-schedule your session. By purchasing these tickets, you confirm that you have read and understand the Event Parking information provided by the McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center above.
Parking Instructions (PDF)
December 2025
Event Details
December 16, 2025 – 8:30 – 10:00 am Buffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 am Program: 9:00-10:00 am Location: McGoldrick Career & Student Success
Event Details
December 16, 2025 – 8:30 – 10:00 am
Buffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 am
Program: 9:00-10:00 am
Location:
McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center
35 Bedford Street, Portland, ME
About the Event:
Details Coming Soon!
Meet our Presenters:
Presenters will be announced soon.
Refund Policy: Your RSVP is requested by December 9. 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 9.
Prices increase by $10 after December 9.
Time
December 16, 2025 8:30 am - 10:00 am
Location
McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center
35 Bedford Street, Portland, ME
Parking
Everyone that parks on the USM Campus in the Bedford Street Garage has to use the digital parking system. You can pre-register for your parking session or do it upon arrival. To avoid a parking citation, you must begin your digital parking session – and pay – within 10 minutes of parking. You can also pre-schedule your session. By purchasing these tickets, you confirm that you have read and understand the Event Parking information provided by the McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center above.
Parking Instructions (PDF)
February 2026
Event Details
Join the movers and shakers of Maine’s real estate industry on February 26th for MEREDA’s Forecast Conference & Member Showcase to be held at Holiday Inn By the
Event Details
Join the movers and shakers of Maine’s real estate industry on February 26th for MEREDA’s Forecast Conference & Member Showcase to be held at Holiday Inn By the Bay! Register now for a day filled with important conversations about the future of Maine’s real estate economy.
Registration, Sponsorship & Exhibit Details will become available in October 2025!
Why Attend MEREDA’s 2026 Forecast Conference?
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- Experience the largest real estate and development conference in Maine.
- Hear an Economic Outlook and Commercial and Residential Market Forecasts from industry experts.
- Choose from 6 different dynamic afternoon sessions highlighting opportunities and challenges in the state’s real estate and development industry.
- Application will be made for Broker, Architect, Appraiser, Assessor, and Legal Continuing Education Credits.
- Find networking opportunities with close to 1,000 industry leaders.
- Enjoy free access to all presentation materials after the event.
During registration, you will be asked to choose your three afternoon sessions. Session capacity will be limited. We encourage you to register early to secure your preferred session(s).
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- High visibility on press releases, publications, social media mentions, the MEREDA website and signage at the event
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This page will be updated as presenters, CEU credits, and sponsors are secured.
Time
February 26, 2026 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Each year, MEREDA identifies and recognizes the most noteworthy and significant Maine commercial development projects from the previous year. These Notable Projects embody MEREDA’s mission of responsible development.
Event Details
Each year, MEREDA identifies and recognizes the most noteworthy and significant Maine commercial development projects from the previous year. These Notable Projects embody MEREDA’s mission of responsible development.
We’re excited to honor the 2024 Notable Projects on May 14th as we also celebrate our 40th anniversary. This “social celebration” will be in place of our Spring Social. Please join us – it will be a “Notable Night with MEREDA!
We are also partnering with Mainebiz who will be producing a special publication called “Groundbreaking Maine” to be released in June. This will put a spotlight on the innovators, general contractors, engineers, architects, and the developments that showcase responsible development in action!
Refund Policy: Your RSVP is requested by May 7. 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 May 7. Prices increase by $10 after May 7.
Interested in supporting this event? As you know, MEREDA’s networking events are great business development tools, and can provide great exposure for your company. We invite you to participate in this special event as a sponsor – you can maximize your exposure to industry leaders!
Consider Joining TD Bank, Bangor Savings Bank, City of Augusta, Daigle Commercial Group, Westbrook Development Corporation and Evernorth with a Sponsorship! Your Logo could be Here!
Please reach out to the MEREDA Office to learn more or Download the Sponsorship Details Here!
Scroll down for parking instructions.
Time
May 14, 2025 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location
Hannaford Hall - Abromson Community Education Center
88 Bedford Street, Portland, ME
Parking
Everyone that parks on the USM Campus in the Bedford Street Garage has to use the digital parking system. You can pre-register for your parking session or do it upon arrival. Commit your license number to memory! You’ll need it to complete your parking session. To avoid a parking citation, you must begin your digital parking session – and pay – within 10 minutes of parking.
Parking Instructions (PDF)
Maine Real Estate Development Association
6 City Center 3rd Floor
Portland, ME 04101
info@mereda.org