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Founded in 1932, the Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce is a key part of the business community and a driving force in the economic development of the Kennebec Valley region. Our mission is to enhance life quality by strengthening our regional economy.
With over 600 members of varying sizes and industries throughout 23 communities, the Kennebec Valley Chamber provides countless services to the community and our members. Some of the key functions of our chamber are legislative support, community events, educational seminars, economic development, and business networking opportunities.
The Kennebec Valley Chamber’s region includes 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.
Katie Doherty, President & CEO
Promoted to President & CEO in February 2017, Katie is directly responsible for the full range of Chamber activities and work programs, organizational structure, and procedures. She is also responsible for the growth and maintenance of membership and facilities management. In addition, she works closely with the Board of Directors on long-range planning and goal setting. Katie resides in South Gardiner with her husband Chris, their daughter Scarlett, and their dog Layla. They enjoy spending time with family and friends and, in the summer months, you can find them on the golf course. Email Katie Doherty |
Lindsay Corbett, Office Manager
She lives in Gardiner with her wife and two children and is eager to get out in the community and help grow the Kennebec Valley.
Photo by Rene Roy Photography |
Iris Alexander, Marketing & Events Manager
Though not all her time is spent in the office, she can be found running along the Kennebec Rail Trail or in Barnes & Noble searching for a good book. For all of your marketing questions, please feel free to email her or connect via LinkedIn.
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Lindsay was very excited to join the Chamber in February 2018. She is a Thomas College graduate who previously spent six years working in higher education. She started as a front desk receptionist and then was quickly promoted to lead the finance department.
Iris joined the Chamber in June 2021. With a solid social media and marketing background gained from Interning with the Margret Chase Smith Foundation and Townsquare Media, Iris was excited to find an opportunity in her hometown of Augusta, Maine, that allowed her the chance to be a part of her community. A graduate of St. Francis Xavier University with a degree in Leadership and Management, Iris is pleased to start her career with a team of experienced and knowledgeable women.
Executive Committee
Earl Kingsbury, Chair
City of Augusta
Tim Walton, Chair Elect
Walton External Affairs
Michele Pelletier, Vice Chair
Performance Foodservice - NorthCenter
Matthew Tardiff, Treasurer
J.S. McCarthy Printers
Cathy Demerchant, Human Resources
Capital Area Staffing Solutions, Inc.
Alec Rogers, Past Chair
Quality Inn & Suites Maine Evergreen Hotel
Chuck Hays, Past Treasurer
MaineGeneral Health
Katie L. Doherty, President & CEO
Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce
Board Members
Karen Boston
Lipman, Katz & Boston, P.A.
Nathan Cotnoir
Camden National Bank
Lori Dube
Sprague & Curtis Real Estate
Elisa Ellis, Special Counsel
Ellis Law, LLC
Sue Grenier
G&E Roofing Co., Inc.
Eric Jermyn
Cross Insurance Agency - Employee Benefits
Steven Marson
Central Maine Pyrotechnics
Stacey Morrison
Ganneston Construction Corp.
Richard Parkhurst
Stained Glass Express
Lynn Quirion
Macomber, Farr & Whitten
Andrew Silsby
Kennebec Savings Bank
Eric Stinneford
Central Maine Power
Rebecca Wyke
University of Maine at Augusta
From I-95 South: Take Exit 109A and keep right to merge onto Western Avenue. Take a right into Augusta Crossing, then take a Left at the light near Target. This will bring you to a light back onto Western Avenue - get in the center lane to turn left. Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce will be on your right.
From I-95 North: Take Exit 109 and keep right to merge onto Western Avenue. Take a right into Augusta Crossing, then take a Left at the light near Target. This will bring you to a light back onto Western Avenue - get in the center lane to turn left. Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce will be on your right.
Monday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.