Spark Series: The Business of Building Local Brands
Schedule
Wed Mar 04 2026 at 05:00 pm to 07:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Innovation Hall, University of New England | Portland, ME
About this Event
UNE Spark Business Series: The Business of Building Local Brands
Panelists include:
David Tucci – President of Aroma Joes
Michelle Anderson – President and CEO of Junior Achievement of Maine
Topher Mallory – CEO of Mexicali Blues
Tom Ruff – Founder and CEO of Orange Bike Brewing
Jill Miller – Managing Partner of The Maine Pie Co
Moderated by:
Sarah Delage – Associate Vice President of Communications @ UNE
Doors open at 5:00pm, with networking and a cash bar. Panel beings promply at 6:00pm, with time alloted for questions at 6:45pm.
Agenda
🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Networking Hour
Info: Join us from 5pm-6pm for a networking hour with light refreshments and a cash bar, with a showcase of our own College of Business student ventures.
🕑: 06:00 PM - 06:45 PM
Panel
Info: We will begin the panel promptly at 6pm, where our panelists and moderator will discuss the process of founding businesses that support building community and fostering local connections.
🕑: 06:45 PM - 07:00 PM
Questions
Info: This time is allotted for guests to ask the panelist any questions they may have about their careers or what it takes to build a local brand.
Where is it happening?
Innovation Hall, University of New England, 772 Stevens Avenue, Portland, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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