Chambernomics: information for Chamber members
Wednesday, May 16, 2012 - 9:40am
ROCKLAND, MAINE: Business After Hours tonight, Machias Savings Bank, Camden Street, Rockland
May 16, 5-7pm
This week's Penobscot Bay Regional Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours is co-sponsored by Machias Savings Bank in Rockland and the Humane Society of Knox County on Wednesday, May 16th , 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Machias Savings Bank Branch in Rockland; located at 3 Glen Street; adjacent to Camden Street (Route One) at the top of the hill in the Shaw's Shopping Plaza.
Please park in the lower lot by the drive up lanes of the Bank and not on Glen Street or Camden Street. We will be hosting our event outdoors, thank you to Brian Spencer of Wallace Tent & Party Rentals! And, our caterer, Chef Kerry Altiero, of Café...
Monday, May 14, 2012 - 11:28am
Congratulations to Chamber member Allen Insurance and Financial on their 2012 Governor's Award for Business Excellence!
AUGUSTA, Maine – Governor Paul LePage today presented six Maine companies with a 2012 Governor’s Award for Business Excellence. The honors were delivered by Governor Paul LePage during an awards ceremony held at the State House Hall of Flags.
The 22nd annual awards, administered by the Maine Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) and sponsored by FairPoint Communications, recognize Maine companies that demonstrate a high level of commitment to their community, employees and to manufacturing or service excellence.
"This year's honorees represent businesses that are regional, national...
Thursday, May 10, 2012 - 10:42am
The Penobscot Bay Regional Chamber of Commerce's Success Express Seminar Series continues into May with two must-attend programs discussing conflict and branding:
Thursday, May 17, 8-9am
Lighthouse Museum, Park Drive, Rockland
Resolving Conflicts in the Workplace
With Will Galloway, Director, Watershed School.
No workplace is completely conflict free. Whether making a major decision or getting someone to clean up their mess in the office fridge, conflict = stress.
Do you find yourself backing...
Wednesday, May 9, 2012 - 11:29am
All Chamber members (and their guests) are welcome to join us for our monthly Business After Hours- the perfect chance to network with fellow business owners: we have been averaging over 100 attendees each event, and there's no better way to join your peers and catch up on regional business trends in a relaxed social setting.
Join with fellow Chamber and community members under the big, heated (and dry!) tent this Wednesday from 5-7pm in downtown Rockland at the newest location of Wallace Tent & Party Rental, 34 Union Street (across from Jaret & Cohn).
Wallace Tent & Party Rental was founded in 1998. We started out as a small party rental store and have now evolved into a large multi-location full service event rental company. Along with building a...
Monday, May 7, 2012 - 11:45am
May 23:
12pm to 1pm - Rockport Opera House
Hop on the Bus: Working with the Motorcoach Industry
This workshop will demystify the terms used in the motorcoach industry, will guide you step-by-step through the industry standards for motorcoach-friendly lodging, restaurants, attractions and festival/events, and explain how to get started building relationships with tour operators and other motorcoach businesses. The workshop will be facilitated by Margaret Hoffman from the Maine Office of Tourism and will include a panel of local business members already expanding their businesses by working with the motorcoach industry.
These hospitality & tourism...
Thursday, April 26, 2012 - 12:40pm
We all know the hard work and shared vision that went into the creation of the new Penobscot Bay Regional Chamber was the result of many hands over many years, and now Bangor Metro magazine highlights the creation and the future of our innovative and potent Chamber in their May edition:
Thursday, April 26, 2012 - 12:30pm
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Monday, April 23, 2012 - 9:16am
ROCKLAND & CAMDEN: The Penobscot Bay Regional Chamber offices don't just function as resources for visitors and customers looking for information on local businesses and the area in general. Due to our role as the public face of the business community the Chamber is often the first stop for programs, organizations, and agencies who are looking to connect with and help local businesses and non-profits.
To that end, the Chamber offers a wide range of free publications from the SBA, the IRS, the State of Maine, Efficiency Maine and more, all intended to connect your business with programs, ideas, and incentives that are designed to protect and enhance your bottom line.
In addition to information from the state and federal governments and the...
Friday, April 20, 2012 - 12:00pm
CAMDEN — Camden National Corporation announced it has been named to Forbes’ list of the 100 Most Trustworthy Companies in America — the only Maine-based company on the list.
The organization was evaluated along with more than 8,000 other companies traded on U.S. exchanges by GMI Ratings. GMI is an independent risk research firm that provides a statistically modeled assessment of corporate integrity. GMI’s analysis looks beyond the raw data on companies’ income statements and balance sheets to assess the true quality of corporate accounting and management practices.
“To be included on Forbes’ list of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies is an incredible honor for any company, and I can...
Friday, April 20, 2012 - 11:51am
CAMDEN — J. Michael Pierce, an independent financial advisor affiliated with Commonwealth Financial Network and president of Allen Insurance and Financial of Camden, was recently named to Commonwealth's President's Club. This distinction recognizes successful financial advisors, based on a ranking of annual production among Commonwealth's network of 1,400 financial advisors.
"We are pleased to award Mike with this impressive recognition," said Wayne Bloom, CEO of Commonwealth, in a news release. "He is among the most respected financial advisors in our industry and is a trusted partner to the clients he serves. Achieving President's Club status is a testament to his commitment to outstanding customer...
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