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V I E W P O I N T S W W W. M A I N E B I Z . B I Z 3 O C T O B E R 5 , 2 0 2 6 We're attorneys. But we're people first. bernsteinshur.com Lucas L. Fortier Senior Associate Meet Lucas. Lucas represents clients in complex litigation, investigations, and business disputes. Recognized as an emerging leader through the Maine State Bar Association's Leadership Academy, he is known for thoughtful advocacy and meticulous preparation. For a daily digest of Maine's top business news, sign up for the Mainebiz Daily Report at mainebiz.biz/enews From the Editor B efore the Mainebiz 40 Under 40 launched, there was a fear that we could come up with the first year's 40 but that the next year it was going to be hard to find a new batch. Our fears were for naught. We've been pleasantly surprised to field strong nominations every year. In a state with the oldest median age (44.8), it's exciting to see Maine gener- ate young people who are enthusiastic, hard work- ing and also have a compassionate side. ey're as likely to quote the likes of Nelson Mandela and Martin Luther King Jr. as they are their own parents and grandparents. Profiles of this year's remarkable crew of new- comers start on Page 14. Wrapping up On the Road series Mainebiz just completed its "On the Road" series with a visit to Fryeburg. I wanted to give a shout out not only to the folks in Fryeburg and Bridgton, but also the other places where we've made stops: Biddeford, Yarmouth, Rockland/ Owls Head, Orono, Houlton and Rumford. e On the Road series is a great way for the Mainebiz team to get to know the local leaders and find out what's going on. By the same token, they serve as an introduction for businesspeople looking to make connections in the host towns and cities. Looking ahead to 2027, we plan to make On the Road stops in South Portland, Brunswick, Lewiston- Auburn, Caribou, Bar Harbor, Augusta and York. Peter Van Allen pvanallen@mainebiz.biz Featured @ Mainebiz.biz Mainebiz offers the latest business news in the Daily Report and the Real Estate Insider newsletters. Here is the top content from Sept. 11–28. 1. Bangor building leased to Denny's sells for $1.65M 2. After two-year revamp, LLBean reopens flagship store 3. Buyers of vintage Hallowell inn want to create a community hub 4. Lewiston Colisée sold to investment firm with expertise in hockey rinks 5. Portland mayor blasts 'addicts who have taken us hostage,' calls for shift in policy priorities 6. Dormitory could serve dual purpose at York County Community College 7. Portland readies waterfront park to capture city's 'magic' 8. Biddeford withdraws opposition to UNE's proposed research pier 9. Portland minor league teams score major economic impact 10. Market Basket hiring in advance of November opening in Scarborough P H O T O / C O U R T E S Y C O L L I E R S M A I N E 1 CORRECTIONS: In the 2026 Fact Book, which was published Aug. 31, a list on Page 54, "Largest Finance Authority of Maine loans," mistakenly used the loan information from the Maine Technology Institute list, which ran on Page 70. An update of the list of FAME loans is in the digital edition, which can be found on the Mainebiz website. A story from the Sept. 21 election preview, "Aroostook County underscores the 'Maine' in Senate showdown," mistakenly attributed the repeal of Roe v. Wade to the U.S. Senate when the decision was the Supreme Court. Five years of 40 Under 40

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