60 Ideas in 60 Minutes: Insights from Six Bangor-Area Business Leaders

November 05, 2025
BANGOR, ME - Mainebiz is bringing its 60 Ideas in 60 Minutes forum to Bangor on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, uniting some of the region’s most dynamic business leaders for a fast-paced and inspiring morning of insight and connection.

At this highly anticipated event, six executives from the greater Bangor area will each share 10 actionable ideas drawn from their personal leadership experiences—offering attendees 60 proven strategies for success in business and in life. From building resilient organizations to motivating teams and driving growth, this conversation will deliver practical, real-world lessons for business leaders at every level.

Featured panelists include Sherry Billings, Executive Director of Island Housing Trust; Marc Guastella, VP & General Manager of Hollywood Casino Bangor; Dale Hamilton, Executive Director of Community Health & Counseling Services; Amber Lambke, Founder & CEO of Maine Grains; Betsy Lundy, Executive Director of Downtown Bangor Partnership; and Michael Stoddard, Executive Director at Efficiency Maine; Moderated by Deb Neuman, President & CEO of Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce.

The Mainebiz Bangor Forum will be held from 7:30 am to 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at the Hilton Garden Inn, 250 Haskell Rd, Bangor, ME 04401. Registration, networking, and buffet breakfast will take place from 7:30am - 8:30am. The panel discussion from 8:30 am to 10:30 a.m. Visit mainebiz.biz/60in60Bangor to learn more and purchase tickets.

Attendees can register online at Mainebiz.biz until Tuesday, Dec 2. The Mainebiz Bangor Breakfast Forum is sponsored by: Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield, City of Bangor, Husson University, Machias Savings, and Ruman Winchell.

Mainebiz is Maine’s premier business news source, covering business news from Fort Kent to Kittery. With its website (Mainebiz.biz), Daily Report, and Real Estate Insider via email, as well as its flagship print publication, Mainebiz continues to expand its reach, bringing vital news to Maine’s business community through varied media.

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