MEREDA’s Morning Menu – Kicking Off Change - Exploring the Impact and Vision of Maine's Hearts of Pine
Event Details
Buffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 am Program: 9:00-10:00 am In-Person – Pre-registration is required. About the Event: On October 17th, MEREDA will host a breakfast event featuring a discussion with founding members of Maine’s
Event Details
Buffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 am
Program: 9:00-10:00 am
In-Person – Pre-registration is required.
About the Event:
On October 17th, MEREDA will host a breakfast event featuring a discussion with founding members of Maine’s new soccer team, Hearts of Pine. The panel, including Catherine Culley, Co-Founder/Partner at Redfern Properties, Gabe Hoffman-Johnson, Founder/Chief Community Officer at Hearts of Pine, and Kevin Schohl, President/Chief Business Officer at Hearts of Pine, will delve into the journey of establishing the team, highlighting the challenges and successes of introducing this global sport to Maine. The discussion will be moderated by Marieke Thormann, VP of Development at Fathom Companies, and will also cover the anticipated economic impact on the local community and the broader regional development. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the future of soccer in Maine and the transformative potential of Hearts of Pine.
Refund Policy: Your RSVP is requested by October 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 October 10. Prices increase by $10 after October 10.
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Time
October 17, 2024 8:30 am - 10:00 am
Location
McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center
35 Bedford Street, Portland, ME
Parking
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October 30, 2025 – 8:30 – 10:00 amBuffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 amProgram: 9:00-10:00 am Location:Hollywood Casino500 Main Street
Event Details
October 30, 2025 – 8:30 – 10:00 am
Buffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 am
Program: 9:00-10:00 am
Location:
Hollywood Casino
500 Main Street
Bangor, ME
About the Event:
City Hall to Construction Site: Bangor and Brewer leaders are pulling back the curtain on how municipal partnerships can help projects move from concept to completion. From navigating permitting to aligning infrastructure improvements and even leveraging the City of Bangor’s Foreign Trade Zone, this panel will give you an insider’s view of how local leadership can accelerate growth in the region.
Whether you’re a developer, lender, contractor, or simply curious about the forces shaping the Greater Bangor area, this session offers takeaways and a fresh perspective on what’s possible when municipalities and the private sector work together.
Join MEREDA for a conversation with Carollynn Lear, City Manager of the City of Bangor, Eric Glidden, City Manager of the City of Brewer, Biguita Hernandez-Smith, Economic Development Officer for the City of Bangor, and Andy Hamilton, Attorney at Katahdin Law. Moderating the program is Ben Sprague, Senior Lender at First National Bank.
Don’t miss this chance to network and learn from these top professionals—mark October 30th on your calendar and join us at Hollywood Casino!
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.
This event is sponsored by:
Time
October 30, 2025 8:30 am - 10:00 am
Location
Hollywood Casino
500 Main Street, Bangor, ME
Maine Real Estate Development Association
6 City Center 3rd Floor
Portland, ME 04101
info@mereda.org