Congratulations to all of the 2026 LaunchPad Finalists
Evergreen Additive
Peter Drown (Kyle Warren, Benjamin Steva, Andrew Gifford)
Brunswick, ME
Evergreen Additive is solving boat-builders skilled labor crisis by bringing breakthrough robotic manufacturing processes to the production floor.
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mainelove
Jen Millard (Frank Grondin, John Violette, Olivia Deschenes, Jeannie Assimos)
Returning 2025 Finalist
Westbrook, ME
Mainelove makes the best water from Maine, in aluminum cans, to reduce or eliminate single plastic use in hotels, bars, colleges, and sports teams.
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Park Thrive
Drew Barrett
Portland, ME
Parking lots cost businesses money to maintain. Park Thrive turns it into revenue. Payments, signage, and enforcement in one platform, no upfront cost.
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Veggie Life
Jamie Shaw
Wells, ME
Veggie Life crafts chef-inspired, allergen-friendly plant-based foods in Maine, helping foodservice serve more guests without compromise.
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Vet at Your Door
Deirdre Frey
Brunswick, ME
We bring compassionate veterinary care home – powered by dedicated local teams, smart technology, and a path to employee ownership.
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