Owen McCarthy (entrepreneur)
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Owen Zachary McCarthy | |
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| Born | Patten, Maine, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | University of Maine (B.E.); Harvard Business School (MBA) |
| Occupation | Entrepreneur, Politician |
| Known for | Co-founder of MedRhythms; Candidate for Governor of Maine (2026) |
| Parent(s) | Martin McCarthy and Rachel McCarthy |
Owen Zachary McCarthy is an American entrepreneur and Republican political figure. He is the co-founder of a venture-backed medical devices company MedRhythms and a Republican candidate for Governor of Maine in the 2026 election. [1]
Early life and education
Owen was born and raised in the town of Patten, Maine to Martin and Rachel McCarthy, a third generation logger and second generation lunch lady.[2] He attended the University of Maine where he earned a Bachelor of Biological Engineering on the Pulp and Paper Scholarship[3] and received a Master of Business Administration from Harvard Business School.[4]
Career
Owen is the co-founder of MedRhythms, a Portland-based medical devices company that utilizes technology and music to improve the rehabilitation of people living with neurological injuries such as stroke, multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease.[5][6] Owen served as a trustee of the University of Maine System and is currently [7], president of the Rural Future’s Fund [8], and a board member for the American Telemedicine Association[9] and Junior Achievement Maine[10] .
2026 Gubernatorial Campaign
On June 11, 2026, Owen announced his bid to succeed term-limited Democratic incumbent Janet Mills as the 76th Governor of Maine.[11] A political outsider, his campaign’s priorities include creating economic opportunities, focusing on excellence in outcomes in K-12 education, making Maine more affordable, and reigning in government spending.[12]
Personal life
Owen resides in Gorham, Maine with his wife Holly and their two children.[13] Owen is an avid basketball fan and attends church at the Rock Church in Portland, Maine.
References
- ↑ Miller, Kevin (2025-06-11). "Business owner Owen McCarthy launches GOP bid for governor". Maine Public. Retrieved 2025-07-03.
- ↑ "About Owen".
- ↑ "About Owen".
- ↑ Miller, Kevin (2025-06-11). "Business owner Owen McCarthy launches GOP bid for governor". Maine Public. Retrieved 2025-07-03.
- ↑ "Roux learner spotlight series: meet Owen McCarthy".
- ↑ "About".
- ↑ Billings, Randy (2025-06-11). "Gorham Republican enters Maine's 2026 governor's race". Portland Press Herald. Retrieved 2025-07-03.
- ↑ "People".
- ↑ "Board of Directors".
- ↑ "Board".
- ↑ Kobin, Billy (2025-06-11). "Health care entrepreneur joins field of Republicans running for Maine governor". WGME. Retrieved 2025-07-03.
- ↑ "About Owen".
- ↑ "About Owen".
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