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, her two children Scarlett and Grayson, 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, Chief Operating Officer
Lindsay is a proud Board Member of the Greater Augusta Area Back to School Program and was recently appointed to the Chief Operating Officer's role in 2021. She is responsible for the development, execution, and enablement of success for the Chamber. Not only is she a COO, but she is also a full-time mom and partner to her wonderful wife and two children. They enjoy spending their time going on camping trips around Maine.
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Melissa Walden, Membership & Development Manager
Melissa is responsible for the recruitment and retention of Chamber members. Her role also includes educating members about the benefits of membership including sponsorship and advertising opportunities. Reach out to Melissa if you’re thinking about joining the chamber or are currently a member and want to learn more about your benefits! Melissa enjoys many outdoor activities. When she’s not in the office you can find her mountain biking, hiking or camping. Melissa is the owner of Melissa Walden Photography, a local business that offers lifestyle portrait photography and landscape prints. |
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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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
Alec Rogers, Past Chair
Quality Inn & Suites Maine Evergreen Hotel
Cathy Demerchant, Human Resources
Capital Area Staffing Solutions, Inc.
Katie L. Doherty, President & CEO
Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce
Randall Anderson
The Medows Golf Club
Joyce Blanchard
The University of Maine at Augusta
Karen Boston
Lipman, Katz & Boston, P.A.
Nathan Cotnoir
Camden National Bank
Lori Dube
Sprague & Curtis Real Estate
Sue Grenier
G&E Roofing Co., Inc.
Robbi Lockhard
Team EJP
Amy Marston
Central Maine Power
Nicole McSweeney
MaineGeneral Health
Stacey Morrison
Ganneston Construction Corp.
Rebecca Pushard
MIKA
Lynn Quirion
Macomber, Farr & Whitten
Andrew Silsby
Kennebec Savings Bank
Eric Jermyn
Cross Employee Benefits
Steven Marson
Central Maine Pyrotechnics
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.