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W W W. M A I N E B I Z . B I Z 11 BO O K O F L I S T S 2 0 2 6 Find a credit union near you at mainecreditunions.org Behind every smart business decision is a partner you can trust. Maine Credit Unions are not-for-profit, and reinvest their earnings into what matters most: you. Our focus is on helping businesses, communities, and Mainers thrive through personalized service, competitive rates, and a true commitment to your financial well-being and goals. We're here to help you build lasting value for your business and for Maine. D I S T R I B U T O R S & S U P P L I E R S G R O U P T R U S T R E F U N D A N N O U N C E M E N T DISTRIBUTORS & SUPPLIERS RECEIVED $1,058,000 IN 2025! Here's what some of our members are saying: The Distributors & Suppliers Workers' Compensation Self Insurance Group Trust (D&S) is pleased to announce that it issued $1,528,000 in refunds to its membership in 2025! The refund recognizes the outstanding commitment to safety and strong performance demonstrated by all of their members. D&S was created by employers in the wholesale distribution, transportation, warehousing and supply chain industries for like businesses to join together to ensure the safety of their employees. As a result, D&S is one of the most successful, cost-effective providers of workers' compensation coverage in Maine. During the last 32 years D&S has refunded $28.4 million, which is 29% of all premium paid, to its members, while maintaining industry leading safe workplaces for their employees. If your organization is interested in reducing workers' compensation expenses while promoting workplace safety, we invite you to learn more about our Group Self-Funded Workers' Compensation program. Join a community of like-minded employers who are taking control of their coverage and benefiting from cost savings and a team of support. For additional information visit our website distributorsandsuppliersgrouptrust.com Distributors Trust has brought discipline and accountability to our safety program. The quality of knowledge from the Cross Team is very beneficial. The training seminars have been a great resource for our managers. — Glen Frost-CFO-Bisson Moving & Storage Joining the Distributor & Supplier's Worker's Compensation Self-Funded Group Trust has been one of the best decisions we've made for our business. Not only have we seen significant cost savings on our workers' compensation premiums, but we've also benefited from a level of support and transparency that's hard to find elsewhere. The group truly prioritizes safety and long-term stability, and their proactive risk management services have helped us reduce claims and keep our workforce protected. It's more than just insurance — it's a partnership that gives us confidence and control. We're proud to be a member. — Amos McCannell-Chief Financial Officer- H. O. Bouchard Inc. Our partnership with the D&S Group Trust keeps us proactive in managing risk, advancing employee well-being, and strengthening results through shared expertise. — Christine Fox-Human Resources Manager- Nappi Distributors