The Gorham Business Exchange (GBE) recently announced that Suzie Phillips has been named Director, replacing Katie Sherman. The GBE is a non-profit organization that provides local businesses with opportunities to network with other businesses, connect with community members, and assist them with getting the resources they need to be successful.

President Ethan Johnson shared, “In addition to our advocacy for businesses, we are also a strong supporter of the local community. Each year we provide two scholarships to graduating seniors of Gorham High School, make a sizable donation to the Gorham Boosters, and support other local non-profit organizations that are in need of assistance. Gorham truly is a special community and we want to help in any way we can to give back.”

Phillips is a graduate of Gorham High School and the University of Southern Maine. She has served on the Town Council for three years and is currently the Vice Chair. She previously served on the School Committee, and has held positions in many town organizations including president of the Gorham Historical Society, coordinator of the Gorham Taste Walk, secretary of the Gorham SnoGoers, and she is on the Gorham Founders Festival committee. Additionally, she has been a nanny for the past 20 years, and works as an art teacher and director of a daycare center.

“I have taken great joy in calling Gorham my home. As a long time resident, with a family-run business, I understand the need to have a vibrant and strong business community within town. Our business community participates, sponsors, and supports various non profits and community organizations throughout town. As a member of the Town Council, I have continued to advocate for business growth. I look forward to my new opportunity to help Gorham grow and prosper,” Phillips said.

Johnson added, “We are thrilled to have Suzie Phillips as our new Executive Director of the Gorham Business Exchange. Suzie’s background speaks for itself. We feel that her experience, connections in the community, strong work ethic, and success running prior events will help take our organization to the next level.”