The 207 Collective Podcast

Jenna Chesley is the owner and operator of Uptown Beauty in Waterboro, Maine. After years of building her skills and experience in the beauty industry, she took the leap to open her own business in March 2025. Drawing from everything she learned along the way, Jenna has created a salon focused on consistency, professionalism, and helping every client leave feeling their best. Guided by her signatu...

Stacey Singleton is a respected dental professional, educator, speaker, and consultant with more than 30 years of experience in the dental industry. Holding credentials as a CDA, EFDA, and AADOM Diplomate, Stacey has dedicated her career to advancing dental education, strengthening practice leadership, and helping dental teams reach their full potential. As the Director of Talk Teeth 2 Me, LLC, sh...

Meagan Boulter is the founder of The Gray Art Gallery, an emerging art and conversation space in Sanford, Maine, dedicated to bringing artists, creatives, and the community together. As an artist, instructor, and creative curator, Meagan's work explores themes of transformation, identity, personal growth, and the power of human connection. Beyond the art world, Meagan is also an accomplished...

Brian White is the co-owner of Black Bear Automotive and has been part of the business since his freshman year of high school. What started as a young kid learning the trade has turned into a lifelong career built on hard work, dedication, and a passion for the automotive industry. Over the years, Brian has gained a wealth of hands-on experience and helped grow Black Bear Automotive into a trusted...

This is the second episode recorded live from the first-ever Iron Network event at Iron Tails Saloon, where businesses, organizations, and community leaders came together for an incredible day of networking, fundraising, and supporting Camp Kita. In this episode, we sit down with Angela Whitten from Stay;For Life,  an organization dedicated to raising awareness for men's mental health and enc...

The 207 Collective took the show on the road and recorded live from Iron Tails Saloon during the inaugural Iron Network Event. What started as a networking event turned into an incredible day of community support, bringing together more than 70 businesses and vendors, along with raffles and silent auctions that raised money for Camp Kita, an organization dedicated to supporting individuals and fam...

Bill Lemke  a 24-year Army veteran, EMT, Registered Maine Guide, and passionate outdoorsman dedicated to both service and community. Alongside his wife Kayla and their four Labrador retrievers, Bill competes in the exciting world of Dock Dogs and serves as Vice President of Seacoast Dock Dogs in Lee, New Hampshire, the New England affiliate club of DockDogs Worldwide. Beyond competition, Bill is d...

Dottie is a lifelong Sanford, Maine resident, where she lives with her husband of 14 years and stays close to her two children and three grandchildren. Since the age of 16, she has lived with Panic/Anxiety Disorder and Agoraphobia, once struggling with being homebound and unable to do everyday tasks alone. After years of searching for help, Dottie found a therapist in 2011 who truly understood her...

This episode of “The 207 Collective” features Mandy Sumner — a North Berwick, Maine native with deep local roots who has gone on to accomplish incredible things on the world stage in the sport of freediving. Growing up in southern Maine, Mandy was heavily involved in competitive swimming with the Sanford Titans and even helped start the swim team at Noble High School before eventually discovering...

Mainely Pressure Washing, based in York, Maine, is owned by Anthony Holmes and co-owned by Michael Farrar. With over a decade of combined experience, Michael brings years of industry knowledge, while Anthony has developed his skills working side-by-side with him. Best friends since childhood, their connection shows in the pride, consistency, and quality they bring to every job. In this episode, An...

The Dream Factory of Maine – York Chapter is a local, all-volunteer nonprofit organization dedicated to granting dreams for critically and chronically ill children, ages 3 to 18, throughout York County. Through the power of community support, they create life-changing experiences that bring hope, joy, and lasting memories to children and their families. One of their upcoming efforts includes a Mot...

Jake Rackliff, a Registered Maine Guide with deep roots in the Belgrade Lakes region, where a lifelong passion for the outdoors was forged early through hunting, fishing, and hands-on experience in the Junior Maine Guide program. Now licensed in fishing, hunting, and recreation, Jake has turned that passion into purpose—guiding others through Maine’s woods and waters while teaching the fundamental...

Mike Nicholas started Meet York County in 2018 as a passion project, simply looking to highlight the people, places, and experiences that make York County special. What began as a hobby quickly gained momentum, evolving into a trusted local brand that connects thousands to the best of York County’s food, events, and community. Mike doesn’t consider himself an influencer—he just genuinely enjoys sh...

Brian Hayden is a Wells, Maine native and a lifelong heavy equipment operator who’s been in the seat since he was just a kid. Now serving as foreman for his family business, Hayden Excavation LLC, Brian has built a reputation for precision, work ethic, and deep respect for the craft. In 2026, he took his skills to the global stage at Caterpillar’s Global Operator’s Challenge—competing against top...

Andrew Bilodeau is a filmmaker/video producer based in Lebanon Maine. He runs a video production business where he makes various types of video content for local business owners, real estate agents, and individuals. He is passionate about telling stories with video, and works on all kinds of projects from feature length films to short documentaries and business promotional videos. Andrew dabbled i...

Jen Sellick is the owner of Perfect Day Travel & Cruise Boutique, a boutique travel and lifestyle business based in Southern Maine. With a lifelong passion for travel- rooted in childhood road trips, cruises, and international adventures- Jen built her business from the ground up after one of the most difficult seasons of her life. Following the loss of her daughter to overdose, her husband&ap...

Nick Harriman is a highly trained Harley-Davidson technician and dyno tuner who owns and operates SR Cycles. His passion for engines started around age eight when he rebuilt his first bike, a Honda XR75, with his father. From that moment on, he was always either riding or fixing something. After high school, Nick worked several jobs before deciding to pursue motorcycles full time. In 2008 he moved...

Shaun Flynn is a Registered Maine and New Hampshire Guide and the owner of Northern Wilderness Journey, where he teaches practical outdoor skills, wilderness survival, and confidence in the backcountry. Through his programs, Shaun helps people become more prepared, capable, and comfortable in the outdoors. Northern Wilderness Journey currently offers The Prepared Hiker System, an online course des...

Casey Hartford is a biological, adoptive, and foster mom based in Springvale. Alongside her husband Adam, she balances full-time careers, community volunteering, and raising five children in a home built on love, structure, and resilience. With firsthand experience in foster care, adoption, reunification, and biological parenting, Casey brings honest insight into the realities of modern family lif...

Troy Fields is a lifelong Maine woodsman and waterman, and the owner of Traditions Guide Service. Raised in the era of wool hunting clothes and L.L.Bean boots, Troy grew up learning the woods and waters of Maine alongside his father — lessons that shaped both his skills and his “old school” code of doing things right the first time. From the Rangeley Lakes and Baxter State Park regions — where he...

Annie Cannon has always been passionate about health, healing, and understanding how the body truly works. With a background in neuroscience and advanced training in acupuncture, she brings together science and traditional medicine in a way that’s both grounded and practical. She earned her B.S. in Neuroscience from the University of New England before completing her Master’s in Acupuncture and Or...

Ethan Gilman is an Air Force veteran, passionate bladesmith, and metalworker behind Forged by Ethan—a brand dedicated to handcrafted, high-quality steel products that blend artistry with real-world functionality. Guided by discipline, precision, and a deep respect for craftsmanship developed during his military service, Ethan specializes in custom metalwork that combines traditional forging techni...

Scott Mace brings a lifetime of hands-on experience and service to everything he does. He spent 14 years installing and maintaining traffic signals, followed by 10 years working as a residential and commercial electrician. He is currently employed as a Custodian with SAU 16 in Exeter, where he continues his commitment to keeping schools safe and well maintained. Community service has always been a...

As the driving force behind Payeur And Sons Stump Grinding, Matthew Payeur embodies dedication and hard work, while also prioritizing precious moments with his loving family - a devoted husband and father to two inspired young men, ages 13 and 19. Beyond his work grinding stumps, Matthew finds joy in hitting the open road on his Harley-Davidson, immersing himself in nature, exploring new horizons,...

Jason Rice. is an experienced family law attorney with more than 15 years of legal practice across Florida, Maine, and New Hampshire. A native of Florida, Jason earned his Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of South Florida in Tampa before obtaining his Juris Doctor from Stetson University College of Law in Gulfport, Florida. Jason began his legal career as a Staff Attorney for the 13...