This year’s Employee Holiday Party was extra special as we proudly introduced a brand-new recognition program — the Hammond Honors — created to celebrate the incredible people who make Hammond Lumber Company what it is today.
The Hammond Honors shine a spotlight on employees across all branches who demonstrate outstanding dedication, teamwork, and spirit. Through companywide nominations and voting, this new program gives every team member a chance to recognize their peers for going above and beyond.
The Six Hammond Honors Categories
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Extra Mile Award – For the employee who consistently goes above and beyond expectations, taking initiative to make a difference.
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Team Spirit Award – For the teammate who lifts others up and represents the true spirit of teamwork and community at Hammond.
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Rookie of the Year Award – For a newer employee who’s made a strong impression through hard work, enthusiasm, and a commitment to growth.
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Decades of Dedication Award – For the long-term team members whose loyalty and consistency have helped build Hammond’s success.
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Branch Manager of the Year Award – For the exceptional leader who drives results, fosters teamwork, and upholds Hammond’s core values.
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Employee of the Year Award – For one outstanding team member at each branch who embodies Hammond’s values and makes a lasting impact.
2025 Hammond Honors Winners and Finalists
The winners were revealed live during our Annual Holiday Party — a festive evening filled with laughter, good food, and well-deserved recognition for our amazing team members.
Extra Mile Award
Winner: Tony Nevells – Rochester, NH
Finalists:
Joanie Morin – Machias
Madison Dodge – Blue Hill
Sharon Penney – Belfast
Valerie Bowen – Calais
Team Spirit Award
Winner: Wade Lesperance – Belgrade
Finalists:
Amy Thibodeau – Camden
Brooke Hanna – Belgrade
Patti Schaffer – Rochester, NH
Vicki Tuttle – Madison
Rookie of the Year Award
Winner: Dylan Colvin – Old Town
Finalists:
Alyssa Baker – Brunswick
Merena Routhier – Bucksport
Parker Kimball – Bangor
Taylour Daniello – Belfast
Decades of Dedication Award
Winner: Al Feather – Belgrade
Finalists:
Jane Moon – Ellsworth
Ken Bouchard – Brunswick
Paul Dodge – Belgrade
Scott Cook – Farmington
Branch Manager of the Year
Erik Walsh – Farmington
Employees of the Year
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Auburn: Virginia Balsamo
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Bangor: Mike Andrews
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Bar Harbor: Jeff Watson
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Belfast: Jay Roth
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Belgrade: Mark Day
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Blue Hill: Peter Gray
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Boothbay Harbor: Mike Doucette
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Brunswick: Adam Mathieu
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Bucksport: Jim Crosson
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Calais: Belinda Mealey
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Camden: Jarrod Gledhill
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Cherryfield: Lauren Beattie
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Corinth: Andrew Alexander
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Damariscotta: Aaron Murray
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Dover-Foxcroft: Corbin Toner
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Ellsworth: Nicki Curtis
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Fairfield: Misty Bernard
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Farmington: Rick Williams
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Gorham: Max Jackson
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Greenville: Chris Daniels
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Greenville (Lily Bay Rd): Rhonda Bickford
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Kingfield: Missy Maynard
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Livermore Falls: Kayle McLatchy
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Machias: Nick Phillips-Burrill
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Madison (Main St): Brett Ward
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Madison (Rt 201): Timothy Lloyd
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Mexico: Trevor Gallant
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Old Town: Troy Batchelder
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Palmyra: Nick Clukey
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Portland: Doug Bear
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Rochester, NH: Tony Nevells
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Rockland: Maria Adolphson
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Skowhegan: Matt Mitchell
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Waterville: Joey Bedard
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West Enfield: Shawn Ripley
Honoring Our People
The winners of all six categories were revealed live during our Annual Holiday Party — a fitting celebration of the teamwork, dedication, and community spirit that define Hammond Lumber Company.
This new program is all about shining a light on the people who make Hammond such a special place to work — those who support one another, serve our customers with pride, and carry forward the values that have guided our family-owned company for generations.