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Annual Conference<\/h1>\n

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The 14th Annual Maine Military and Community Network Conference will be held at the Augusta Civic Center on June 17th\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
This year\u2019s theme, <\/strong>\u201cBeyond the Uniform: Rediscovering Identity, Purpose, and Belonging,\u201d <\/em>emphasizes connecting with Maine-based resources, fostering relationships, and building a supportive network for our heroes and their families.<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Date:<\/strong> Wednesday\u00a0June 17, 2026\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Time:<\/strong> 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Location: <\/strong>Augusta Civic Center, 76 Community Drive, Augusta, ME 04330<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Registration Fee<\/strong> $60.00 General Attendees $30 Veterans\/Military<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Scholarships for Veterans Available<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Registration will open for resource tables & conference attendees the week of April 6!<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Interested in becoming a resource provider at the 2026 MMCN Conference?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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If you would like to showcase your services at the conference, please contact Leo Deon at NVachon@FAMEmaine.com<\/a><\/strong> <\/a>to reserve a table.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Vendor space is limited.\u00a0 This year we have 70 tables to offer, so don\u2019t delay!\u00a0 Once you reserve a table, those from your organization who will be staffing the table and\/or attending breakouts are still required to register<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Tiered Sponsorship Information<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Christy Gardner<\/strong><\/p>\n

Opening our conference is Christy Gardner, the passionate founder of Mission Working Dogs<\/a>. Christy\u2019s journey began during her service in the U.S. Army Military Police in Asia, where a life-changing injury in 2006 led her to accept a service dog, Moxie, in 2010. With 14 years of experience in training Service and Therapy Dogs, along with nine years spent breeding, Christy\u2019s mission is to empower individuals through the incredible bond between humans and dogs. Her insights into overcoming challenges and the power of service dogs will inspire and motivate attendees.<\/p>\n

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KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Chris Rosenberry<\/strong><\/p>\n

Following Christy, we welcome Chris Roseberry, Executive Ambassador from the Travis Mills Foundation (TMF). TMF is dedicated to supporting recalibrated post-9\/11 veterans and their families through meaningful programs that help overcome physical challenges, strengthen family bonds, and provide well-deserved relaxation. As the Facilities Director, Chris manages over 50 acres of land, multiple buildings, and oversees all construction projects and logistics. His dedication to improving the lives of veterans and their families will provide valuable insights during his remarks.<\/p>\n

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