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MDF is a non-partisan, statewide driver of sustainable economic growth in Maine. We connect people, decision-makers, and communities though trusted research, leadership development, and creative partnerships to stimulate new ideas, solve problems, and improve lives
Measures of Growth Indicator in Action: Racial Income Equity
Our latest Indicator in Action blog post focuses on Racial Income Equity and features the story of Macon Bollings Allen, a Mainer who was the first Black person in the entire U.S. to be admitted to the Bar and practice as a licensed attorney.
Read the blog story and dig into the data
Nominate a deserving alumni classmate/colleague for our highest leadership awards
Nominations are being accepted for this year’s ICL Distinguished Alum Award & Kenneth M. Curtis Leadership Award. Deadline is March 22.
Nominate for ICL Distinguished Alum Award
Nominate for Kenneth M. Curtis Award
SEA Maine (Seafood Economic Accelerator), an initiative MDF is proud to staff, is spuring economic growth, market and workforce development, and greater resiliency in Maine’s seafood economy. Meet the fisherpeople, innovators, and community leaders fueling the resurgence in this inspiring video. “This is SEA Maine” video
Attend an MDF event
2024 MDC Board Roles and Responsibilities
A strong board of directors is built upon clear understanding of basic roles and responsibilities. This session will provide an overview of a board’s primary legal duties, important responsibilities and essential roles in governing the organization and stewarding its mission. Participants will: -Understand why we join boards -Clarify the roles of the board and its responsibilities -Discuss strategies for building and sustaining an effective board
ICL 30th Anniversary Elephant Class Graduation
Gather with classmates, colleagues, friends, and family to celebrate our 30th Anniversary Eagle Class graduation.
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Old Town Joins Maine Downtown Center Affiliate Program
OLD TOWN, Maine – February 12, 2024 MDF’s Maine Downtown Center (MDC) is pleased to announce that a new community…“MDF is a special creature of state law, enabled to integrate private sector thinking and experience with state government planning and data. There is no other entity like it.”
Kay Rand, Former Chief of Staff, Governor Angus King