CAMDEN — The Maine Women’s Network invites its members, guests, and the public to attend its sixth annual “Celebration of Amazing Women” statewide event on June 5, hosted by Point Lookout Resort in Northport.

According to a news release, the keynote speaker will be Lynn Archer, owner/chef of two Mid-coast restaurants, The Brass Compass Café and Archer’s On The Pier.

Archer is a prime example of the entrepreneurial spirit of Maine women. She not only runs two restaurants but also snagged a coveted spot on the Food Network’s “Throwdown,” where she was pitted against celebrity chef Bobby Flay and won.

The cost is $65 for members and $75 for non-members and includes an afternoon workshop, from 2:15 to 3:45p.m.,tobefollowedbya4p.m. social hour, networking exercises, a buffet dinner, awards ceremony and silent auction concluding at 7:30 p.m.

Online pre-registration for members and non-members is required by May 30. Register online at www.mainewomensnetwork.com.

The afternoon’s workshop, titled “Leading the Way with Vision, Determination, and Sense of Humor,” allows speakers to share perspectives on traits crucial to success in today’s world. The workshop includes Susan Corbett, owner and CEO of Axiom Technologies of Machias; Laurie LaChance, president of Thomas College in Waterville, and Nancy Marshall, principal, Nancy Marshall Communications in Augusta.

Sponsors of the annual event include MaineBiz, Machias Savings Bank, Ballou Associates, Elm Street Printing & Graphics, and Key Bank. Regional media sponsors include Bangor Daily News, Current Publishing/ Maine Women and Lewiston Sun Journal.

About the network

¦ THE MAINE WOMEN’S Network is a statewide organization with multiple chapters, including Androscoggin, Mid-coast, and Portland, and membership is open to all, regardless of gender. MWN’s mission is to increase women’s professional growth and leadership skills through networking and education. Visit www.mainewomensnetwork.com for more information.

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