Overall, the feedback from our evaluations has been overwhelmingly positive, with 99% of participants agreeing that the conference met their expectations! That's an incredible number and something we're really proud of. Your feedback helps us celebrate what worked and focus on what can be even better next year.  

For those who haven't filled out the evaluation yet, please take a few minutes to do so here. Your input is crucial for enhancing future conferences.  

For participants who have completed the evaluation, we are excited to announce the winner of the free registration to our 2026 Fall Conference: Karin Stupca from Oak Grove! Congratulations, Karin! We would also like to thank all our exhibitors. Our congratulations to WBRC Inc. for winning a free booth at next year's conference! 

 
Many attendees shared glowing remarks about the location, calling it a beautiful retreat, and praised the variety and quality of breakout sessions, noting they were both informative and engaging. Several participants also highlighted the closing keynote speaker, Stephanie, describing her as memorable, energetic, and the perfect way to wrap up the conference. The awards ceremony received special mentions as well, with attendees encouraging us to continue making it a standout moment each year. 

A few themes emerged in the constructive feedback we received, including the need for better meal service flow, more vegetarian protein options, and additional opportunities for networking and interactive sessions. We also heard ongoing notes about room temperature, which we will continue to monitor and adjust as best we can.  

We would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our sponsors, whose generous support made this event possible. Your commitment to our community is invaluable, and we look forward to partnering with you again next year. 

Annual Sponsors: 
Premier Patron: Sysco Northern New England 
Platinum Sponsors: Cross Insurance, McKesson Medical-Surgical and Medline 

Gold Sponsors: Fusion Workforce Solutions and Preferred Therapy Solutions 

Bronze Sponsors: Guardian Pharmacy of Maine, Optum and SMD Inc. 
 

Conference Sponsors: 
Conference Partner: Andwell Health Partners 

Event Sponsor: McKesson Medical-Surgical 

Quality Awards & Workshop Sponsor: Piper Shores 
Lanyard Sponsor: Affinity Care of Maine 
Seminar Sponsors: Acadia Benefits, Inc. and The Dressing Chair 

Break Sponsors: MHCA Workers' Compensation Fund and Northern Light Health Home Care & Hospice 

Mike McNeil Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament: 
We had 11 teams this year. The event is projected to raise over $4,000 for the scholarship fund. 

Congratulations to the following winners: 

1st Place – Gross: Zach Sennett, Sam Albert, Chris Maheaux, and Chris Cavic 

2nd Place – Gross: Sam Whitaker, Scott Whitaker, Dennis Dacus and David Hamel 
1st Place – Net: James MacManus, John Bolduc, Ernie Libby, and Mike Hayes 
2nd Place – Net: Dan Smith, Alex Austin, Luke Lambert, and Randy Wilson 
Long Drive - Men: Jim MacManus 
Long Drive - Women: Kayla Beers 
Closest to the Pin #11 - Men: Alex Austin 
Closest to the Pin #11 - Women: Wanda Pelkey 

Golf Tournament Sponsors: 
Swag Bag Sponsor: First Atlantic Healthcare 
Hole in One Sponsor: BerryDunn 
Lunch Sponsor: Sysco Northern New England 
Hole Sponsors: BELFOR Property Restoration, Canfield Systems and Reliant Rehabilitation? 

Finally, we'd like to extend our sincere appreciation to all of our?sponsors and donors for the MHCA PAC Ticket Auction; we raised over $4,000! In addition, congratulations to Nancy Schvertt-Paige who one the 50/50 drawing $618.00. Christine Raymond, winner of $250 cash exhibit area drawing, our costume contest winners: Best Individual/Spur of the Moment: Stephanie Staples, Most Creative: Bingo/Barron Center, Best Group Costume: Dancing Queens/Piper Shores, and Honorable Mentions: 3 Blind Mice, Wizard, and Spice Girls.  

Please mark your calendars for next year's event. We will be returning to the Samoset Resort October 27-29, 2026. Thank you for your continued support of this event and we look forward to seeing you next year! 
 
Staff Contact: mbooth@mehca.org & dchicoine@mehca.org