2024 Board of Directors Annual Election


Our annual election is now open through 5 PM on Monday, October 2!


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2023 Pen Bay Chamber Red Carpet Award Nominations


Nominations are now open through September 30th!


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Thank You To Our Premium Members:

A Message from Chamber President & CEO


Thank You!


Next Tuesday, 9/26 marks my one-year anniversary as your President & CEO.


I am grateful for the Board's commitment to supporting my vision for the Chamber as well as the overwhelming support from our members. We accomplished many things this past year and I am looking forward to another great year serving as your proponent for continued economic growth in our region.


The Knox Museum


The Knox Museum in Thomaston, Maine, educates all ages about Henry Knox's contributions to our nation's founding and his enduring impact on Maine. Explore our exhibits, workshops, and an upcoming event with "John Adams" on October 6, 2023. Please visit our website for more information.




Your business or organization could be spotlighted here next week! To become a Featured Member, click here.

Dining Guide


What's open today?





Click here to View our Dining Guide which is updated weekly.

Webinar - What is Maine without Lobster?


The lobster industry is woven into the fabric of our state’s identity and critical to Maine’s overall economy. But this centuries-old fishery faces challenges that some say could lead to the end of this iconic industry.


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Maine’s Minimum Wage to Increase to $14.15 Per Hour in 2024


Pursuant to Maine law (Maine statute Title 26, chapter 7, section 664), effective January 1, 2024, the state minimum wage will increase from $13.80 to $14.15 per hour


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Business After Hours

The Knox Museum

October 11, 2023 - Free and open to the public


Don't miss out on this premier networking event, giving you the opportunity to discuss and share ideas while learning about other local businesses and non-profits in a relaxed, social setting. Register now and join us!


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Would you like to host a Business After Hours?


There are two Business After Hours hosting opportunities still up for grabs in 2024: January 10 and February 21. If you are interested in bringing 80+ people to your place of business for an evening of networking, please contact Matt Roderick at Matt@CamdenRockland.com today. The dates will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.


Click here for our 2023 Schedule 

Interested in advertising in the

2024 Jewel of the Maine Coast?


The Jewel is THE most comprehensive source of information about the Camden-Rockland region, for visitors and residents alike. No one else delivers the amount of extensive, informative, and entertaining content visitors and residents crave--all in one place. For display (paid) advertising information, contact Diane Norton, Member Marketing & Development Director aJewel@CamdenRockland.com. 

Submit your news releases to Matt@CamdenRockland.com.

All News Articles can be viewed here.

Rockport Public Library Temporarily Closed for Repairs in October


The Rockport Public Library experienced a burst sprinkler pipe during the brief but brutal cold snap on the first weekend of February 2023. Thankfully, emergency responders were on the scene within minutes, and the flood was quickly contained.


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Camden National Bank Celebrates Employees with 2023 Commitment Awards 


Camden National Bank is proud to announce the 14 employees recognized at its annual employee appreciation event.


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All events are available through our Events Calendar.

If you wish to post an event it's now available to do so in Chamber Master.


Upcoming Events over the next two weeks:

Chamber Board of Directors

Penobscot Bay Regional Chamber of Commerce board meetings are generally held on the third Thursday of each month. For details, contact Eric@CamdenRockland.com


Jake MillerChair

First National Bank


David Gogel, Vice Chair

Rockland Main Street


Joan LeMole, Secretary

New Hope Midcoast


Steve Matteo, Treasurer

Camden National Bank


Chris Austin

Ardiah


Pamela Barker

RE/MAX Jaret & Cohn


Jeffrey Hamilton

J. A. Hamilton Consulting, LLC


Martha Kempe

Wayfinder Schools


Diane Lebson

Evergreen Philanthropic Solutions


Becky Lowe

PBNJ Self Storage


Michelle Peacock

Blue Harbor House Inn


Dan Pease

Rock Harbor Pub & Brewery


Greg Soutiea

Craignair Inn and Causeway Restaurant


Laura Tracy

Mid-Coast School of Technology


Gerald Weinand

Gerald Weinand Architect, Inc.


Chamber Staff


Eric Belley

President & CEO

Eric@CamdenRockland.com


Matt Roderick

Member Services Director

Matt@CamdenRockland.com


Diane Norton

Member Marketing & Development Director

Diane@CamdenRockland.com


Matt Brown

Information Center Associate



Chamber Offices


Camden Office

2 Public Landing

Camden, ME 04843 

207.236.4404

Information Center open:

Mon-Fri, 9 am - 5 pm

Sat-Sun, 10 am - 4 pm


Rockland Office

25 Park Street

Rockland, ME 04841

207.596.0376

Information Center open:

Mon-Fri, 9 am - 5 pm

View the 2023 Jewel

Currently available at each Chamber office!