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V O L . X X X N O. X X I I I O C T O B E R 7 , 2 0 2 4 32 4 0 U N D E R 4 0 AWA R D can I do with my time to enjoy life and feel good about myself?' I can't offer a single answer that will fit all people. But based on the dozens of people I've interviewed, there are two components that are fundamental: Continual learning and service" — Tim Ferriss Influential book: "Mindset: The New Psychology of Success," by Carol S. Dweck Favorite podcast: "How I Built This," with Guy Raz Favorite movie: "Contact," directed by Robert Zemeckis Favorite TV show: "How I Met Your Mother" Best way to recharge: Spending time with my family outdoors. We are very much a skiing, biking and hiking family. At age 60: Successfully giving back to my communities through philanthropy and service. An Ogunquit restaurant owner honors past while innovating for future Scott Vogel, 34 President and owner, the Front Porch Piano Bar and Restaurant, Crew Ogunquit and Coastal Alchemist Significant professional accomplishment: When I bought the Front Porch I was challenged with the dual goals of hon- oring this iconic brand and its special place in Ogunquit, while at the same time intro- ducing changes that would make the busi- ness thrive. Taking that leap is my the greatest accomplishment to date, as it propelled me into a whole new industry and way of life. Current state of mind: Whew! We are at the tail end of high season in Ogunquit. My state of mind is on executing our plans to provide people with a special place to connect and have fun. Passion project: I am pas- sionate about community service and philanthropic activities. I ser ve as a selectman for the town of Ogunquit, on the board of the Ogunquit Chamber of Commerce and on the board of Hospitality Maine. I also serve on the board of the Children's Inn at the National Institutes of Health in Washington, D.C., for which I have raised almost $1 million through a fundraiser called Staches to Lashes. 'Lightbulb' moment: I was working in New York City with a great company, but I started to get the feeling that there was more I wanted to be doing for myself and my career. When I heard the Front Porch was up for sale, the lightbulb truly went off. I realized I could take what I loved from my experience in minor league sports and with the startup health tech company and apply it to an industry I grew up working in and love. Audacious goal: I am looking forward to continuing to grow the restaurant ven- ues. We have come a long way, and we can get better and better. I would love to do is to expand my brand portfolio to the hotel/resort side of hospitality. Favorite quote: "The happiest people don't have the best of everything, they just make the best of everything." Technically from an unknown source, but often connected to Oprah Winfrey. Influential book: "Smarter Better Faster," by Charles Duhigg Favorite TV show: "Friends" B e s t w a y t o recharge: I enjoy traveling, playing golf and watch- ing sports, par- ticularly hockey and football. Running pro- vides an out- let for stressful days and a place for my mind to wander. At age 60: My goal by then is to spend time with family, travel to new places, and mentor/suppor t the next generation of hos- pitality entrepreneurs here in Maine. I plan to be active and constantly learning, not just at age 60 but throughout my life. There is something to dis- cover every day, today and in the future. EXPECT to learn at your pace Financial aid available for qualified students. at the UNIVERSITY of MAINE at PRESQUE ISLE YO U R J O U R N E Y. 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