Owen Z Mccarthy

Owen McCarthy, a Republican, is running for Governor of Maine in the 2026 primary. Raised in Patten, the son of a logger and a lunch lady, he credits his work ethic to his upbringing. He holds an engineering degree from the University of Maine and a master's from Harvard Business School. As a Maine entrepreneur, McCarthy co-founded MedRhythms, a medical device company aiding mobility, and also started a 3D electronics business. The youngest gubernatorial candidate, he is motivated by his sons to ensure Maine's future success. His "Maine 2040" plan focuses on an innovation-driven economy and ensuring families thrive in the technological revolution. He advocates for phonics-based education, aiming to be a problem solver dedicated to a better future for Maine.