ORONO, Maine — University of Maine women's basketball coach, Amy Vachon, will be honored by Girl Scouts of Maine (GSME) with the Juliette Award at this year's Pearls of Wisdom luncheon.   

This annual event is an opportunity for GSME to celebrate an exceptional woman within the Greater Bangor community where we serve more than 535 Girl Scouts.  
  
"Recognizing Amy at this year's Pearls of Wisdom is a testament to her outstanding leadership and influence. The Juliette Award is given to a woman of integrity who has made a difference in her community and is a role model for girls. Amy's commitment to women's sports and education at the University of Maine sets a powerful example for young women everywhere. We are excited to celebrate her remarkable contributions to our community," says GSME CEO, Mara Robinov-Moorhead.  
  
Currently, in her seventh season as head coach of the Black Bears, Vachon has guided her basketball team both athletically and academically. Year after year, Vachon's female athletes produce one of the highest overall GPAs in the Athletics department at UMaine. With a passion for leadership on and off the court, the five-time America East Coach of the Year honoree is a highly deserving recipient of this year's Juliette Award.  
  
Past awardees include former Bangor City Councilor Angela Okafor, Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce President Deb Neuman, Dean of the College of Business and NESCom at Husson University Marie Hansen, Former Maine State Chamber CEO Julia Munsey, Former Maine State Senator Emily Cain, and other outstanding recipients.  
  
Pearls of Wisdom will take place at the Cross Insurance Center at 515 Main St. in Bangor on Thursday, September 12, 2024, from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Members of the public are invited to attend for networking, lunch, and to hear from honoree Amy Vachon. Individual tickets are $30, and sponsorships are still available. Proceeds from the event will support opportunities for Girl Scouts throughout the Greater Bangor region. Register and learn more by visiting www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/pearlsofwisdom.  
  
To inquire about sponsorships or to purchase tickets directly, contact Darcy Foerster, GSME Director of Development at dfoerster@gsmaine.org or 888-922-4763.  
 
 
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