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DEI in the Outdoors - Maine Black Professionals Network in Conversation with L.L.Bean

Come for the conversation. Stay for the food and fun. Leave with some L.L.Bean swag.

There is perhaps no outdoor brand that embodies Maine's lifestyle more than L.L.Bean. With its vast national and international reach, its influence has the power to shape not only the imagery of the way life should be in Maine but also who is prioritized in outdoor experiences everywhere.

Leaders from L.L.Bean will kickoff our May meetup with a short overview of the company’s commitment to equal outdoor access.

"At L.L.Bean, we believe being outside brings out the best in us, no matter where we come from. That same concept applies inside the company, where we value individuality and encourage our colleagues to be themselves. We recognize, however, that the outdoor industry and outdoor recreation has not traditionally been accessible or readily available to everyone, especially people of color. As such, we’ve committed to using our voice, platform, and resources to help amplify broader perspectives about the importance of time outside as well as equal outdoor access. In 2021, we donated $6.2 million to help as many people as possible access and experience the restorative power of the outdoors."

Mast Landing Brewing Company

200 Lower Main Street, #Suite 102

Freeport, ME, 04032

What to Expect

Music & Networking

Welcome - The Third Place

Conversation Starter - LL Bean Leadership

L.L.Bean Giveaway #1

Event Mixer - A fun way to meet and greet

L.L.Bean Giveaway #2

Closing Words

More About L.L.Bean

L.L.Bean, Inc. is a leading multichannel merchant of quality outdoor gear and apparel. Founded in 1912 by Leon Leonwood Bean, the company began as a one-room operation selling a single product, the Maine Hunting Shoe. Still family owned, L.L.Bean continues to uphold the values of its founder, including his dedication to quality, customer service and a love of the outdoors. L.L.Bean now operates 56 stores in 19 states across the United States, along with 24 stores in Japan and eight stores in Canada in partnership with Jaytex Group. L.L.Bean can be found worldwide at www.llbean.com, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Pinterest, and Instagram.

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