Governor Janet T. Mills (D) announced today that the Department of Economic and Community Development is accepting applications for the annual Governor’s Award for Business Excellence (GABE). Since 1991, the award has recognized and celebrated Maine businesses with a high level of commitment to their community and employees, as well as exemplary performance in the manufacturing or service professions.
The 2023 Governor’s Award for Business Excellence categories are:
THE INNOVATION AWARD, which recognizes business excellence through entrepreneurship and innovation; THE RURAL REVITALLIZATION AWARD, which recognizes contributions to the revitalization and growth of Maine’s rural regions; THE HERITAGE INDUSTRY AWARD, which recognizes and celebrates business excellence in the agriculture, forestry, manufacturing or marine sector; THE CLIMATE LEADER AWARD, which recognizes business leadership innovation or excellence in mitigating climate risks or developing new technologies to combat climate change.
“It is my honor to recognize and pay tribute to Maine companies that are leading the way and investing in their employees, their communities and our state through the Governor’s Award for Busines Excellence.” said Governor Janet Mills. “I look forward to celebrating some of the exceptional Maine businesses, entrepreneurs and employees who are working to make our state the best place to work, live and raise a family.”
Applications for the GABE Awards can be submtted through a new online portal on the Department of Economic and Community Developmentt website. Applications can be submitted through Friday, October 13, 2023. Details about an award ceremony will be announced by the Governor’s office at a later date.