Maine Visionary Leaders

The NACD New England Chapter, The Roux Institute at Northeastern University, and the Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce were pleased to present a special Visionaries event celebrating the far-reaching vision of Maine and New England business leaders.

The event brought together CEOs from a diverse range of Maine businesses and key leaders from State Government to explore how regional businesses have been navigating a world defined by uncertainty — from shifting trade patterns and tariffs to the rapid rise of AI and emerging technologies.

Participants learned that for boards and their directors, cultivating agility and resilience has become more critical than ever. Discussions highlighted how today’s decisions carry widespread, and sometimes unpredictable, consequences. Attendees gained insight into the frameworks leading boards are using to guide decision-making in complex environments, the pressing issues currently dominating board agendas, and the knowledge and focus areas directors must prioritize to stay ahead.

This event was held on Oct. 28, 2025, at the Roux Institute at Northeastern University in Portland, Maine.

Speakers

CEO; Maine Beer Company

Steve Mills

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Steve Mills has taken on many leadership roles throughout his over thirty years in the craft beer industry…

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President & CEO, Bangor Savings Bank

Bob Montgomery-Rice

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Bob Montgomery-Rice is Chief Executive Officer of Bangor Savings Bank, as well as the President of the Bank’s holding company, Bangor Bancorp, MHC. Bangor Savings Bank is a deeply trusted, mutually-held financial institution with more than $7 billion in assets and more than 70 locations across Northern New England...

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Chief Executive Officer; Bernstein Shur

Kaveri Subbarao Nauhaus

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Kaveri Subbarao Nauhaus is the Chief Executive Officer of Bernstein Shur, a New England–headquartered full-service law firm serving clients across the U.S. and internationally…

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Moderator

President & CEO; Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce

Quincy Hentzel

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In her role, Quincy has worked to advance the Greater Portland Region and find opportunities to grow our workforce and to build and sustain a vibrant business environment…

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