Maine Chamber of Commerce Directory

Complete directory of Maine chambers of commerce, including statewide organizations, regional business associations, and local chambers. Maine's chamber network includes 63+ chambers serving communities across all 16 counties, representing thousands of businesses from Portland to Aroostook County.

63+

Chambers Statewide

16

Counties Served

5,000+

State Chamber Members

1911

Bangor Chamber Founded

Maine State Chamber of Commerce

Maine State Chamber of Commerce

Location: 128 State Street, Suite 101, Augusta, ME 04330

Website: www.mainechamber.org

Organization Type: 501(c)(6) business league

Leadership: Dana F. Connors, President/CEO

Description: The Maine State Chamber of Commerce focuses on three pillars - Advocacy, Access, and Awareness - to advance a positive business climate and secure a strong state economy in which Maine businesses can compete and succeed. With a membership representing more than 5,000 employers and employees across every industry and region, the chamber is Maine's premier statewide business association.

Events: The chamber hosts numerous events throughout the year including the Annual Meeting and Dinner (held October 30, 2024, at Augusta Civic Center), networking opportunities, educational seminars, and policy forums designed to support Maine's business leaders and strengthen the statewide economy.

Mission: Advance a positive business climate and secure a strong state economy through advocacy, education, and member services that help Maine businesses compete and succeed in the global marketplace.

Public Policy: Widely known as "The Voice of Maine Business" at the Statehouse, the chamber speaks out before state policymakers on behalf of businesses on hundreds of public policy issues each legislative session through dedicated committees covering taxation, human resources, and other critical business concerns.

Regional & Major Metropolitan Chambers

Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce

Region: Greater Portland Area (7 Communities)

Location: 443 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101

Phone: (207) 772-2811

Website: www.portlandregion.com

Leadership: Quincy Hentzel, President & CEO

Description: The Portland Regional Chamber is the premier business organization serving Portland, South Portland, Cape Elizabeth, Falmouth, Cumberland, Gorham, and Westbrook. The chamber is the voice and advocate for the diverse and collaborative business community of the region, supporting growth and success through high-value services and opportunities while promoting regional prosperity.

Community Chambers: Five community chambers located in Falmouth, Cumberland, Portland, Scarborough, South Portland/Cape Elizabeth, and Westbrook

Programs: Produces more than 100 special events and programs annually offering marketing and networking opportunities, business growth resources, volunteer boards, and strategic partnerships throughout the region. PROPEL program specifically created to develop opportunities for young professionals to thrive in the regional business community through networking, educational opportunities, and work-life balance.

Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce

Region: 21-Community Bangor Region

Location: 2 Hammond Street, Suite One, Bangor, ME 04401

Phone: (207) 947-0307

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.bangorregion.com

Founded: 1911

Description: Established in 1911, the Bangor Region Chamber is currently one of the largest chambers in the state. With over 800 members and more than 100 years representing the Bangor Region as the voice of the business community, the chamber is committed to growing and fortifying the region's business climate.

Communities Served: Bangor, Bradley, Brewer, Carmel, Dedham, Eddington, Glenburn, Hampden, Hermon, Holden, Hudson, Kenduskeag, Levant, Milford, Newburgh, Old Town, Orono, Orrington, Penobscot Nation, Veazie, and Winterport

Services: Business development, public policy advocacy, community betterment programming, trade shows, seminars, networking opportunities, leadership development, and worksite wellness programs

2024 Issues of Impact: Workforce development, infrastructure investment, healthcare cost reduction, and tax policy reform identified as leading challenges facing the region's economy

Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce

Region: Lewiston-Auburn & Androscoggin County

Location: 415 Lisbon St, Lewiston, ME 04240

Phone: (207) 783-2249

Website: lametrochamber.com

Description: The Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber (LA Metro Chamber) is an organization of community-minded businesses serving Lewiston, Auburn, and surrounding communities. An engine for economic vitality and enhanced quality of life, the chamber provides opportunities and resources to help businesses of all sizes grow.

Membership: Representing more than 1,200 area businesses - the largest membership of its kind in Maine

Services: Networking events, professional development opportunities, educational scholarships, practical resources for business growth, and promotion of a positive business environment contributing to community and economic vitality of the Androscoggin County region

Regional Impact: The strength in their numbers allows the chamber to provide a collective voice, advocating for issues, influencing ideas, and facilitating conversations in support of business, commerce, and community

Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce

Region: 23-Community Kennebec Valley (Augusta Area)

Location: 105 Second St, Hallowell, ME (moved from Augusta in 2023)

Website: augustamaine.com

Leadership: Katie Doherty, President

Description: The Kennebec Valley Chamber is a business association of some 700 businesses, industries, and organizations in the capital area. The chamber works to improve the economic vitality of the Kennebec Valley through business networking, educational seminars, community events, and economic/community development.

Coverage Area: Augusta, Belgrade, Chelsea, Dresden, Farmingdale, Fayette, Gardiner, Hallowell, Jefferson, Litchfield, Manchester, Monmouth, Mount Vernon, Pittston, Randolph, Readfield, Richmond, Somerville, Wayne, West Gardiner, Whitefield, Windsor, and Winthrop

History: After more than 90 years in Augusta, the chamber moved to its new location in Hallowell in 2023. The historic building (built 1832-33) was originally known as the Hallowell House and Worster House, designed to provide accommodations for state lawmakers.

Member Benefits: Members receive discounts on events, 10% off in-store purchases and 20% off printing materials at Staples, and access to specialized business resources and advocacy support

Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce

Region: Waldo County

Website: belfastmaine.org

Description: The Belfast Area Chamber aims to be recognized as a major catalyst for developing a thriving and connected business community and visitor destination in the region. The chamber promotes a dynamic economy and strong communities through economic development, promotion of the region, business advocacy, and member services for Waldo County and beyond.

Service Area: Covering Waldo County areas north of Lincolnville

Chambers by County & Region

Coastal Counties

York County (Southern Maine)

  • Greater Yorks Region Chamber of Commerce - Kittery, Eliot, York, South Berwick, Cape Neddick (1 Stonewall Lane, York Harbor)
  • Kennebunk-Kennebunkport-Arundel Chamber - 16 Water Street, Kennebunk
  • Biddeford-Saco Chamber of Commerce - 28 Water Street, Biddeford
  • Sanford Springvale Chamber of Commerce - 917 Main Street, Sanford
  • Old Orchard Beach Chamber - 11 1st Street, Old Orchard Beach
  • Ogunquit Chamber of Commerce - 36 Main Street, Ogunquit
  • Wells Chamber of Commerce - Wells
  • South Berwick Maine Chamber - 180 Main Street, South Berwick

Cumberland County

  • Portland Regional Chamber - 443 Congress Street, Portland (Premier organization, 7 communities)
  • Greater Freeport Chamber of Commerce - Freeport
  • Freeport Merchants Association - Freeport
  • Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce - Yarmouth
  • Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber - Bridgton

Sagadahoc County

  • Bath-Brunswick Regional Chamber - 52 Front Street, Bath & 242 Main Street, Damariscotta (Serves 16 communities including Arrowsic, Bath, Bowdoin, Bowdoinham, Brunswick, Dresden, Edgecomb, Georgetown, Harpswell, Phippsburg, Richmond, Topsham, West Bath, Westport Island, Wiscasset, Woolwich)

Lincoln County (Midcoast)

  • Boothbay Chamber of Commerce - Boothbay
  • Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber - Boothbay Harbor
  • Damariscotta Region Chamber - Damariscotta
  • Wiscasset Area Chamber - Wiscasset

Knox County (Midcoast)

  • Penobscot Bay Regional Chamber - Serves Rockport, Camden, Lincolnville, Rockland, Hope, Appleton, Union, Owls Head, Thomaston, South Thomaston, St George, Warren (Formed 2011 from consolidation of Camden-Rockport-Lincolnville and Rockland-Thomaston chambers)
  • Union Area Chamber of Commerce - Union (Western inland Knox County)

Hancock County (Downeast)

  • Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce - Bar Harbor
  • Ellsworth Area Chamber - Ellsworth
  • Blue Hill Peninsula Chamber - Blue Hill
  • Deer Isle-Stonington Chamber - Deer Isle
  • Trenton Chamber of Commerce - Trenton

Central & Northern Counties

Androscoggin County

  • Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber - 415 Lisbon St, Lewiston (1,200+ members, largest in Maine)
  • Jay-Livermore Falls Chamber - Jay

Kennebec County

  • Kennebec Valley Chamber - 105 Second St, Hallowell (700 businesses, 23 communities)
  • Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce - Waterville area
  • Winthrop Area Chamber - Winthrop

Penobscot County

  • Bangor Region Chamber - 2 Hammond Street, Bangor (800+ members, 21 communities, founded 1911)
  • Greater Lincoln Lakes Region Chamber - Lincoln
  • Katahdin Area Chamber - Millinocket
  • Northern Katahdin Valley Regional Chamber - Patten

Piscataquis County

  • Piscataquis Chamber of Commerce - Dover-Foxcroft (Visitor Center in log cabin downtown, serves 22 towns from Dover-Foxcroft to Greenville)

Somerset County

  • Skowhegan Regional Chamber - 23 Commercial Street, Skowhegan
  • Forks Area Chamber - The Forks
  • Jackman Region Chamber - Jackman
  • Flagstaff Area Business Association - Flagstaff

Franklin County

  • Franklin County Chamber of Commerce - 615 Wilton Rd, Farmington
  • Rangeley Lakes Chamber - 6 Park Road, Rangeley (110+ lakes/ponds, 120+ businesses, founded 1955)

Oxford County

  • Bethel Area Chamber - Bethel
  • Oxford Hills Chamber of Commerce - 4 Western Ave, South Paris (Serves Buckfield, Harrison, Hartford, Hebron, Mechanic Falls, Norway, Otisfield, Oxford, Paris, Poland, South Paris, Sumner, Waterford, West Paris)

Washington County (Downeast)

  • Eastport Area Chamber - 141 Water Street, Eastport (Sponsors Maine Salmon Festival)
  • Machias Bay Chamber - 11 Main Street, Machias
  • St. Croix Valley Chamber - 39 Union Street, Calais

Aroostook County (Northern Maine)

  • Central Aroostook Chamber - Presque Isle
  • Greater Fort Kent Area Chamber - Fort Kent
  • St. John Valley Chamber - Fort Kent area (Madawaska, Van Buren, Fort Kent)
  • Greater Houlton Chamber - Houlton
  • Greater Limestone Chamber - Limestone
  • Greater Van Buren Chamber - Van Buren
  • Fort Fairfield Chamber - Fort Fairfield

Waldo County

  • Belfast Area Chamber - Belfast (Waldo County north of Lincolnville)
Note: This represents major chambers across Maine. For a complete directory, visit Maine State Chamber local chambers page, Visit Maine chambers directory, or U.S. Chamber Maine directory.

Chamber Membership Benefits

Maine chambers provide comprehensive benefits and services to help businesses succeed. Here are the key benefits members receive:

Networking & Connections

  • Monthly Business After Hours networking events
  • Member Breakfast Series with guest speakers
  • 100+ annual events (major chambers)
  • PROPEL young professionals programs
  • Business-to-business referrals
  • Member-to-member connections
  • Access to diverse business community

Marketing & Visibility

  • Listing in online member directories
  • Inclusion in chamber publications
  • Ribbon cutting ceremonies
  • Business recognition programs
  • Social media promotion opportunities
  • Marketing through chamber events
  • Free boardroom and meeting space rentals

Business Development

  • Professional development seminars
  • Educational workshops and training
  • Leadership development programs
  • Trade shows and business expos
  • Economic development support
  • Workforce development resources
  • Business growth consulting

Advocacy & Influence

  • Voice at state legislature (Maine State Chamber)
  • Local government advocacy
  • Policy committees and public input
  • Tax policy advocacy
  • Regulatory reform initiatives
  • Connections to policymakers
  • Collective business voice on issues

Cost Savings

  • Group health insurance programs
  • Workers' compensation discounts
  • Staples discounts (10% in-store, 20% printing)
  • Member-only event pricing
  • Access to group benefits programs
  • Business services discounts
  • Reduced training and seminar costs

Credibility & Trust

  • Chamber member logo for marketing
  • Association with good business practices
  • Enhanced business reputation
  • Community involvement recognition
  • Trust signal to customers
  • Professional business standing
  • Network of established businesses

Membership Investment & ROI

Cost Structure: Chamber membership costs vary by size and location. Small community chambers charge $100-$300 annually for small businesses and sole proprietors. Regional chambers like Portland, Bangor, and Lewiston-Auburn have tiered structures based on company size, ranging from a few hundred to several thousand dollars for larger corporations.

Return on Investment: According to the Shapiro Study, people associate chamber membership with organizations that use good business practices. Over 90% of chamber programs provide valuable ROI through new customer referrals, cost savings on group benefits, advocacy results, and business development opportunities. Track ROI through new sales generated from chamber connections, cost savings from member benefits, and business growth from chamber programs.

Maine State Chamber Membership Levels

The Maine State Chamber offers six flexible membership levels starting at just $35 per employee annually with a minimum investment of $500 per year. As membership level increases, exclusive benefits, resources, and opportunities expand - from enhanced visibility to influential advocacy, tailored to help businesses thrive at every stage of growth.

Small Business Development Resources

Maine Small Business Development Centers (Maine SBDC)

Maine SBDC provides free, confidential business advising to Maine's entrepreneurs and small businesses. Certified business advisors help businesses at all stages to provide individualized business development assistance.

Regional Service Centers

  • Auburn Area (AVCOG): Serves Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford County towns
  • Northern Maine (NMDC): Serves Aroostook County and bordering towns in Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Washington Counties
  • Statewide Locations: Centers located throughout Maine with in-person and virtual appointments available

Services Provided

  • Business Planning and Strategy
  • Credit and Financing Assistance
  • Market Research and Analysis
  • Marketing and Sales Support
  • Loan Packaging Services
  • Operations and Management
  • Government Procurement Guidance
  • Succession Planning

Contact: 207-780-4420 | [email protected] | www.mainesbdc.org

Economic Development & Financing Programs

Grow Maine Program

Administered by FAME (Finance Authority of Maine) with $62 million in State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) funding.

  • Eligible: For-profit and nonprofit companies with fewer than 500 employees
  • Funding: Loan guarantees, direct loans, equity capital
  • Maximum: Loans up to $5 million available

Community Development Block Grants (CDBG)

Grants to municipalities for public infrastructure and business development projects.

  • Public infrastructure projects: Up to $500,000
  • Start-up businesses: Maximum $250,000
  • Uses: Acquisition, construction, rehabilitation, infrastructure

Maine Seed Capital Tax Credit

Encourages investment in Maine businesses through private venture capital funds.

  • Tax credits: 40% of investment
  • Maximum investment: $3.5 million
  • Focus: Technology-driven and innovative businesses

Pine Tree Development Zone (PTDZ)

Corporate tax credits and incentives for qualified businesses.

  • Corporate tax credits and sales/use tax exemptions
  • Employee income reimbursements of 3.6%
  • Reduced electricity rates
  • Sectors: Biotech, aquaculture, manufacturing, IT

Key Economic Development Organizations

  • Finance Authority of Maine (FAME): Provides loans, loan guarantees, and other financing programs for Maine businesses
  • Maine Technology Institute (MTI): Grants, loans, and equity investments for technology-driven businesses
  • Coastal Enterprises, Inc.: Supports rural communities and small businesses
  • Maine Department of Economic & Community Development (DECD): Oversees state economic development strategy and programs

Resources: Visit Maine Resource Compass or contact [email protected] for comprehensive business support navigation.

Workforce Development & Apprenticeship Programs

Maine Apprenticeship Program (MAP)

A formal, industry-led, nationally-recognized workforce training program providing in-house skill development through structured on-the-job learning supplemented with technical and theoretical instruction. Available for all industries including healthcare, construction, manufacturing, clean energy, education, hospitality, and IT.

Program Growth & Funding

  • Base Funding: $420,202 from U.S. Department of Labor for staffing
  • Expansion Grant: 3-year $5 million competitive grant for Expanding Maine Apprenticeship Program (EMAP)
  • Focus Areas: Education and infrastructure sectors
  • ROI: Over 90% of apprentices remain employed after one year; graduates earn average $300,000 more over lifetime

Diversity & Participation (2024)

  • Female Apprentices: 758 active, with 366 (10.1%) in non-traditional occupations like machinist, electrician, welder, shipfitter (up from 6.9% in 2019)
  • BIPOC/Hispanic: 429 apprentices (11.8%), significant increase from 4.2% in 2019
  • Industries: All sectors eligible - healthcare, construction, clean energy, manufacturing, IT, education, hospitality

Major Employers Offering Apprenticeships

  • MaineHealth: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, language skills development
  • Northern Light Health: Paid apprenticeships with classroom instruction and on-the-job training
  • Cianbro Institute: Trades including electrical, millwright, pipefitter, ironworker, carpenter, power line worker
  • Maine Aquaculture Apprenticeship: Shellfish and seaweed farming with Southern Maine Community College

Employer Resources: Businesses can sponsor apprenticeship programs in partnership with Maine Department of Labor. Contact apprenticeship.maine.gov or visit CareerCenters across the state for workforce training assistance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Maine has 63+ chambers of commerce across the state serving communities in all 16 counties. The Maine State Chamber of Commerce, headquartered in Augusta, represents more than 5,000 employers and employees across every industry and region. Local chambers range from small community organizations to large regional chambers like the Portland Regional Chamber, Bangor Region Chamber with 800+ members (founded 1911), and Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber with 1,200+ members - the largest membership of its kind in Maine.

The Maine State Chamber of Commerce is the premier statewide business association located at 128 State Street, Suite 101, Augusta, ME 04330. Led by President/CEO Dana F. Connors, the chamber is a 501(c)(6) business league that focuses on three pillars: Advocacy, Access, and Awareness. With a membership representing more than 5,000 employers and employees, the chamber works to advance a positive business climate and secure a strong state economy in which Maine businesses can compete and succeed. The chamber hosts numerous events including an Annual Meeting and Dinner, networking opportunities, educational seminars, and policy forums throughout the year. Widely known as "The Voice of Maine Business" at the Statehouse, the chamber speaks out before state policymakers on hundreds of public policy issues each legislative session.

The largest chambers in Maine include: Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber with 1,200+ area businesses representing the largest membership of its kind in Maine; Bangor Region Chamber with 800+ members founded in 1911, one of the largest and oldest chambers in the state serving 21 communities; Portland Regional Chamber serving seven communities as the premier business organization in Greater Portland with 100+ annual events; and Kennebec Valley Chamber with 700 businesses in the Augusta capital area serving 23 communities. All major chambers provide comprehensive business development, advocacy, networking, and economic development services with tiered membership structures to accommodate businesses of all sizes.

To find your local chamber, visit the Maine State Chamber of Commerce website at www.mainechamber.org/localchambers.html for a complete directory. You can also check Visit Maine at visitmaine.com/planning-resources/chambers-of-commerce or the U.S. Chamber directory at www.uschamber.com/co/chambers/maine. Major city chambers: Portland (www.portlandregion.com, 207-772-2811), Bangor (www.bangorregion.com, 207-947-0307), Lewiston-Auburn (lametrochamber.com, 207-783-2249), and Augusta area (augustamaine.com). Maine has 63+ chambers across all 16 counties, with virtually every community having local chamber representation serving business and visitor services needs.

Maine chambers provide comprehensive business services including networking events and business-to-business connections, advocacy at local and state levels for pro-business policies, economic development and business recruitment support, workforce development and training programs, educational seminars and professional development, marketing and promotional opportunities through events and directories, leadership development programs, trade shows and business expos, worksite wellness programs, member-to-member referrals, access to group benefits and cost-saving programs like health insurance and workers' compensation, ribbon cuttings and business recognition, connections to policymakers and elected officials, tourism promotion and visitor services, and community betterment initiatives. Services vary by chamber size and regional focus, with major chambers offering 100+ annual events and programs.

The Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce is the premier business organization serving seven communities in Greater Portland: Portland, South Portland, Cape Elizabeth, Falmouth, Cumberland, Gorham, and Westbrook. Located at 443 Congress Street in Portland (phone 207-772-2811), the chamber is led by President & CEO Quincy Hentzel. The chamber serves as the voice and advocate for the diverse and collaborative business community, supporting growth through high-value services and promoting regional prosperity. The chamber operates five community chambers and produces more than 100 special events and programs annually, offering extensive marketing, networking, advocacy, and educational opportunities through staff work, volunteer boards, and strategic partnerships throughout the region. The PROPEL program specifically develops opportunities for young professionals to thrive in the regional business community.

Chamber membership costs vary significantly based on chamber size, location, and business type. Small community chambers may charge annual dues ranging from $100-$300 for small businesses and sole proprietors. Regional chambers like Portland, Bangor, Lewiston-Auburn, and Kennebec Valley typically have tiered membership structures based on company size, number of employees, and desired level of involvement, with dues ranging from a few hundred to several thousand dollars annually for larger businesses and corporations. The Maine State Chamber offers six flexible membership levels starting at just $35 per employee annually with a minimum investment of $500 per year. Most Maine chambers offer scaled pricing to accommodate businesses of all sizes, from startups to established enterprises. Contact your local chamber directly for specific membership rates, benefits packages, and return on investment information. According to the Shapiro Study, over 90% of chamber programs provide valuable ROI through new customer referrals, cost savings, and business development.

The Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce, established in 1911, is one of the largest and oldest chambers in Maine with over 800 members. Located at 2 Hammond Street, Suite One, Bangor, ME 04401 (phone 207-947-0307, email [email protected]), the chamber has represented the Bangor Region as the voice of the business community for more than 100 years. The chamber serves 21 communities including Bangor, Bradley, Brewer, Carmel, Dedham, Eddington, Glenburn, Hampden, Hermon, Holden, Hudson, Kenduskeag, Levant, Milford, Newburgh, Old Town, Orono, Orrington, Penobscot Nation, Veazie, and Winterport. Services include business development, public policy advocacy, community betterment programming, trade shows, seminars, networking opportunities, leadership development, and worksite wellness programs. The 2024 Issues of Impact identified workforce development, infrastructure investment, healthcare cost reduction, and tax policy reform as leading challenges facing the regional economy.

The Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce is a business association of approximately 700 businesses, industries, and organizations in Maine's capital area. Now located at 105 Second St in Hallowell (moved from Augusta in 2023 after more than 90 years), the chamber is led by President Katie Doherty. The chamber serves 23 communities spanning from Augusta to Gardiner to Windsor to Monmouth to Readfield, including Augusta, Belgrade, Chelsea, Dresden, Farmingdale, Fayette, Gardiner, Hallowell, Jefferson, Litchfield, Manchester, Monmouth, Mount Vernon, Pittston, Randolph, Readfield, Richmond, Somerville, Wayne, West Gardiner, Whitefield, Windsor, and Winthrop. The chamber works to improve economic vitality through business networking, educational seminars, community events, and economic/community development initiatives. Member benefits include discounted event rates, 10% off in-store purchases and 20% off printing materials at Staples, and access to specialized business resources and advocacy support.

Yes, many Maine chambers are actively involved in tourism promotion and visitor services. Maine's many chambers of commerce and tourism organizations are excellent resources when planning trips to Maine, listing local events, area lodging, and dining options. Regional tourism initiatives include Maine's MidCoast & Islands (MMI), a regional tourism organization funded by the Maine Office of Tourism and governed by an association of chambers from Brunswick to Belfast covering communities in Sagadahoc, Lincoln, Knox, and Waldo counties. The MidCoast Chamber Council is an alliance of seven chambers from Brunswick to Searsport working together to promote the area through regional materials, online/print advertising, and the Maine's Midcoast See Life publication. Chambers also work with the Greater Portland Convention & Visitors Bureau, Visit Maine statewide tourism promotion, and local visitor centers. Most local chambers maintain visitor information, event calendars, and business directories to support both residents and tourists, with many chambers operating visitor centers providing free WiFi, maps, and travel counseling services.

Last updated on November 27, 2025