Heiwa Tofu was founded in 2008 with a vision of crafting locally and regionally sourced ingredients into wholesome, nourishing foods. Today, we produce over 500,000 pounds of organic tofu per year all made from Maine and Northeast grown soybeans. Heiwa fans love the uniquely firm and tender texture that doesn’t need to be pressed and… Read more »

To Amanda Chase, Sinless Pop is more than just popcorn. It is the result of a long journey of transformation. After achieving a prestigious degree in her twenties, Amanda absconded from society to meditate and homestead on an isolated farm. She became passionate about growing organic food and transforming it into delicious meals and baked… Read more »

Robin’s Confections began production in 2012. Robin had previously been employed at another candy company, where she learned the skills that make her creations successful today. Her step father, Bob Gartland, owner of Gartland Distributors, decided to create his own home made confections company, with Robin continuing her work with chocolate. Bob began by remodeling… Read more »

Discover the sweet tradition of our family-owned and operated maple business, nestled in the heart of the Saint John Valley at the northernmost tip of Maine. Surrounded by the untouched beauty of the North Maine Woods, we take pride in producing pure Maine Maple Syrup and a variety of naturally derived maple products. From tree… Read more »

I was born in Portland, Me and graduated from Windham H.S. I attended Colby College as a first-generation student from Maine, and today I am honored to serve as a Trustee at Colby College. My early career in retail and consumer served as a foundation for architecting consumer products. This experience led me to the… Read more »

Buoy Pops is a small, family-owned business on the New England coast, where lobster fishing is an important part of the region’s heritage. Anne & Peter Taylor, owners of Buoy Pops, have lived in Harpswell, Maine since 2002. Buoy Pops are made in their home, which also houses their chocolate creating space. Anne has been… Read more »

As a longtime high school business teacher and current small business advisor, I’ve spent my career helping others chase their dreams, build meaningful careers, and discover the confidence that comes from learning real-world skills. But at some point, I realized I wanted to do more than just teach entrepreneurship—I wanted to live it, and most… Read more »

I’m Jordene Trueh, founder of Backriver Blends, based in Topsham, Maine. My journey into food entrepreneurship was inspired by my Jamaican heritage and a personal mission to create safe, flavorful meals for my family—especially after my daughter developed severe food allergies. With nearly 30 years of experience in both the nonprofit and business sectors, I… Read more »

Grounded Confections is dedicated to providing chocolate that is not only beautifully hand-crafted, but also compassionate of the world we live in. By partnering with like-minded suppliers and prioritizing sustainable practices, we strive to create a delicious chocolate bar without compromising our impact on the environment. We focus on partnering with suppliers who share the… Read more »

Jessie Muhlin (Founder/Chief Operating Officer of Buba OG) is a Professor of Marine Biology at Maine Maritime Academy who specializes in seaweeds. She loves nothing more than making and sharing baked goods for students, friends, and family. In 2024, Jessie took the plunge in not just thinking about Buba OG as a dream, but putting… Read more »