AUGUSTA - Rep. Kevin O'Connell, D-Brewer, has been awarded the 2023 G. Clifton Eames Leadership Award from the Bangor Regional Leadership Institute (BRLI).
"To be awarded something named after Clif is an absolute honor," said O'Connell. "He set the bar for what it truly means to be a leader, and I will continue to work hard to be the leader that Brewer and our surrounding communities deserve."
The G. Clifton Eames Leadership Award recognizes the contributions of outstanding BRLI alumni. This award is inspired by local businessperson Clif Eames, whose leadership and commitment to the Bangor region serves as an example for others to follow.
Each year, this award is given to a BRLI alumnus who has used their leadership skills, knowledge and resources to benefit the community and the region. Past recipients include Jillian Piehler of Osborne Media, Shirar Patterson of United Way of Eastern Maine, Kelly Pearson of Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center Foundation, Bob Potts of Northern Light, Elizabeth Sutherland of Sutherland Weston and Jane Searles of Women, Work and Community.
The Bangor Region Leadership Institute is an intensive, regionally-oriented leadership development program of the Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce. BRLI is designed to give potential and emerging leaders the skills, knowledge and ongoing support they need to succeed in the greater Bangor community.
OConnell is serving his third term in the Maine House and represents most of the City of Brewer. He is a member of the Transportation Committee.
Contact:
Brian Lee [OConnell] c. 305-965-2744