HospitalityMaine 2025 Summit


Monday, November 17, 2025
at
11:00 AM (EST)
to Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 1:30 PM (EST)
* Registration open until 11/13/25 at 12:00 AM (EST)
* Registration open until 11/13/25 at 12:00 AM (EST)
Annual Awards Dinner Host Hotel Sponsorship Opportunities
Category: Signature Events



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HospitalityMaine’s 2025 Summit returns to the beautiful Samoset Resort for two days of connection, conversation, and inspiration.

This is where Maine’s hospitality professionals — from chefs and GM's to innkeepers and tourism leaders — come together to talk shop, share solutions, and shape what’s next.

With standout speakers, hands-on workshops, and the kind of networking that only happens face-to-face, it’s the one event that speaks directly to our industry.

Why Attend Summit 2025?

🌟 Engage with Industry Leaders

Learn from Maine’s top hospitality experts in sessions covering a range of critical topics:

  • Leadership & Company Culture

  • Data-Driven Decision Making

  • Digital Marketing Trends & Best Practices

  • Sustainability & Profitability

  • Government Affairs & Industry Advocacy

  • Inspiration from Hospitality Leaders

🔄 Concurrent Sessions
Choose the sessions that align with your goals — whether it’s leadership, marketing, operations, or guest service. Find the track that supports your next step. 

🤝 Our Annual Industry Tradeshow
Connect with hospitality professionals, network with peers, and celebrate the best of Maine’s hospitality industry during an evening of awards and festivities. 

💡 Gain Fresh Perspectives
Immerse yourself in forward-thinking sessions designed to tackle today’s most pressing issues in hospitality: Leave with actionable ideas and new processes to enhance your day to day business. Learn, Explore, Discover and Master.


🎉 Celebrate and Enjoy
Celebrate the best in Maine’s hospitality industry with us! Enjoy an evening of awards, networking, and festivities as we honor outstanding achievements and industry leaders. 

Don't Miss Out! Regroup after a busy Maine summer, unwind with friends new and old, and leave inspired to take your hospitality business to new heights.

Agenda

November 17
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Registration
Schooner
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Welcome Lunch
Knox
11:50 AM - 12:00 PM Welcome
Knox 

Becky Jacobson, Executive Director, HospitalityMaine 
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Opening Keynote
Knox 

Fred Forsley, Shipyard Brewing Co., Sea Dog Restaurants, Federal Jack’s
1:00 PM - 1:15 PM Break
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM 1A. Stop Guessing, Start Knowing: Using Data to Guide Your Marketing
Knox

John Paglio, flyte new media
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM 1B. Guest Service Excellence: Best Practices from the Front Line
Bay Point

Panelists - Steve DiMillo Sr., DiMillo’s On the Water, Connie Russell, Samoset Resort
2:00 PM - 2:15 PM Break
2:15 PM - 3:00 PM 2A. Company Culture: Creating Happy Employees
Knox

Panelists - Leah Chamberlin, Horch Roofing & Colby Marvin Bracy, Nonantum Resort

2:15 PM - 3:00 PM 2B. Digital Marketing: Best Practices
Bay Point

Nancy Marshall, Marshall Communications 
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM Break
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM 3A. 2025 Government Affairs Wrap Up
Knox

Nate Cloutier, HospitalityMaine
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM 3B. Restaurant Operator Hot Seat
Bay Point
Roger Beaudoin, Restaurant Rockstars
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM Industry Tradeshow
State of Maine Hall
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Reception
State of Maine Hall
6:45 PM - 9:00 PM Awards Dinner
9:00 PM After Party
La Bella Vista 
November 18
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM Breakfast
Knox
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM Registration for Day 2 Only Attendees
Schooner
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM State of the Association & Annual Meeting
Knox 

Becky Jacobson, Executive Director, HospitalityMaine & Scott Vogel, The Front Porch, Crew Ogunquit, Coastal Alchemist, The Trident Inn 
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM Break
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM 4A. Hot Topics in Digital Marketing
Knox

Brandon Hussey, Fathom Companies & Greer Pearce, Words From The Woods
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM 4B. Sustainability and Profitability: Small Steps That Matter
Bay Point

Panelist - Rauni Kew, Inn by the Sea & Steve Mills, Maine Beer Company & Peter Cooke, University of Southern Maine 
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM Break
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM Closing Keynote
Knox

Mike Lannen, Eternity Marketing 
11:15 AM - 12:30 PM What to keep an eye on for 2026 – Government Affairs Edition
Knox

Nate Cloutier, HospitalityMaine & Curtis Picard, PCD Collective
12:30 PM - 12:30 PM Closing Remarks
Knox

Thank you for joining us for the 2025 Summit! 


Becky Jacobson, Executive Director, HospitalityMaine 

Credits Price
Full Summit Attendee
Includes all meals and sessions for both days (including Reception & Awards Dinner)
$289.00
Credits Price
Day One with Lunch and Dinner
This ticket will give you access on 11/17 and includes Lunch, Reception & Dinner.
$240.00
Day One with Lunch and No Dinner
This ticket will give you access on 11/17 and includes Lunch only.
$145.00
Summit Awards Dinner
Includes Reception and Awards Dinner. 
$105.00
Summit Trade Show Exhibitor
Includes 1 Awards Dinner ticket. Additional tickets can be purchased.
$600.00
Credits Price
Summit Day 2 Attendee
This ticket will give you access on 11/18 and includes Breakfast.
$65.00

Product Add-ons

Price
Summit - Contributing Sponsor View Product $500.00




* Registration open until 11/13/25 at 12:00 AM (EST)
* Registration open until 11/13/25 at 12:00 AM (EST)
Annual Awards Dinner Host Hotel Sponsorship Opportunities

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