Governor’s Account Executives

Meet Your Team!

Currently, Maine has business development experts strategically located throughout the state. These Account Executives make sure hundreds of companies and economic development organizations take advantage of Maine's valuable business resources. Their primary goal? Make it simple and easy to do business in Maine.

Deb Neuman, Deputy Commissioner

DECD

59 State House Station

111 Sewall Street

Augusta, ME 04330

Phone: 207-624-9822

Cellular: 207-557-1097

Email: deb.neuman@maine.gov

A former business owner herself, Deb is an experienced business advisor, lender, and advocate. Deb has many years of experience working with and on behalf of small businesses as an innovator and leader in Maine's economic development community. In addition, she hosts the award winning "Back to Business" radio show. Deb is well versed in the programs and well connected to the people who can help you grow your business in Maine.

Ron McKinnon, Senior Program Manager

DECD

59 State House Station

111 Sewall Street, 3rd Floor

Augusta, ME 04330

Phone: 207-624-9819

Cellular: 207-557-3591

Email: ronald.j.mckinnon@maine.gov

Ron is the senior member of the Office of Business Development having worked the past 12 years in the field and in Augusta, after many successful years in the private sector. He has extensive experience in working with business of all kinds and is aware of all state programs and the processes involved including the Pine Tree Development Zone Initiative which is now a state wide program. He has worked with all other state agencies and numerous municipal officials and economic entities throughout the State of Maine

Brian Doyle, Governor's Account Executive

DECD

59 State House Station

111 Sewall Street, 3rd Floor

Augusta, ME 04330

Phone: 207-624-9807

Email: brian.doyle@maine.gov

Brian brings a background in working with business to find the answers and resources they need to achieve their goals. He has assisted and advocated for numerous businesses while staffing DECD's Business Answers and Red Tape Hotline. Brian is well versed in state and federal programs that can help Maine businesses succeed.

Rosaire Pelletier, Governor's Account Executive

DECD

59 State House Station

111 Sewall Street, 3rd Floor

Augusta, ME 04330

Phone: 207-624-7425

Cellular: 207-557-1971

Email: rosaire.pelletier@maine.gov

With decades of experience in the forest products industry, Rosaire is the expert when it comes to anything related to forest products manufacturing, management, markets and innovation, and can inform, connect and advise you to help you define your goals and plan your course of action to best achieve them. Rosaire is well connected to the key leaders and operators in the industry, both in and outside of Maine.

Kristine Schuman, Governor's Account Executive

DECD

Border Trust Business Center

2 Main Street, Suite 209

Topsham, ME 04086

Phone: 207-624-7456

Cellular: 207-592-0448

Email: kristine.schuman@maine.gov

As former Director of the Brunswick BRAC (Base Closure and Realignment Center) Transition Center, Kristine has worked with chambers of commerce, educational institutions and local organizations to help businesses start, expand and adapt to change. She specializes in site selection, business management, marketing and funding. Kristine is based in Brunswick and can help identify and connect you to the resources in the MidCoast region that can help you to achieve your business goals.

Brian Mulligan, Governor's Account Executive

DECD

59 State House Station

111 Sewall Street, 3rd Floor

Augusta, ME 04330

Phone: 207-624-7457

Cellular: 207-446-7533

Email: brian.mulligan@maine.gov

A former business owner himself, Brian understands the opportunities and challenges involved in starting and operating a family-owned business. Having also served in leadership positions in corporate settings, he has a keen understanding of business operations including management, human resources, sales and marketing. A lifelong Maine resident, Brian is committed to helping you grow your business in Maine.

Jaimie Logan, Governor's Account Executive

DECD

59 State House Station

111 Sewall Street, 3rd Floor

Augusta, ME 04330

Phone: 207-624-7585

Cellular: 207-215-0302

Email: jaimie.logan@maine.gov

With over 16 years of leadership experience, Jaimie has an extensive background in assisting businesses with goal setting, marketing strategies and management, particularly in the tourism and hospitality sectors. Jaimie's legal background and training have developed valuable skills to assist you in identifying and analyzing business issues, and developing strategies to help you meet your goals.