In addition to the Officers and Board of Directors there are many talented business people serving on Committees of the Chamber. These are the people that help run the Southern Midcoast Maine Chamber:
The Executive Committee is composed of the Officers of the Board of Directors, the immediate past Chairman of the Board of Directors, two other members and the President of the Chamber. The committee develops and provides management and policy recommendations to the Board of Directors and staff. It sets the monthly meeting agenda for the Board of Directors. The committee also acts on behalf of the Board between monthly meetings, if necessary. For 2012 Don Spann (RE/MAX Riversidie) chairs the committee, which meets the second Thursday of each month, 8 - 9 a.m., at Border Trust Business Center, Topsham.
The Marketing Committee oversees the communications and promotion activities of the the Midcoast Region emphasizing the diversity of the area, its retail shops, stores, historical and recreation areas, overnight accommodations and restaurants. It ensures that proper promotional materials are made available and widely disseminated at the Chamber's Seasonal Information Center, Chamber office and other outlets such as the State Information Centers. The Tourism sub-committee meets the first Wednesday of each month, 8:30 - 9:30 a.m., Border Trust Business Center, Topsham. The Business and Community sub-committee meets the first Monday of each month, 8 - 9 a.m., Bordert Trust Business Center, Topsham.
The Government Liaison Committee establishes and ensures open and regular communications between government officials at the state and local level and the business community through the Chamber of Commerce. The committee screens public issues for possible Chamber involvement and makes recommendations to the Board of Directors. It keeps the Chamber membership apprised of legislation, laws, ordinances and rulings that might affect them and their businesses. The Committee meets the first Thursday of each month, 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. at Border Trust Business Center, Topsham.
The Membership Committee recruits new members and retains existing members. It develops procedures and products to highlight the benefits of Chamber membership. The committee meets the third Wednesday, 8 - 9 a.m., at Border Trust Business Center, Topsham.
The Finance Committee reviews on a periodic basis the financial condition of the Chamber. It also contributes guidance for the creation of the annual budget. The Treasurer serves as chair of the committee. It meets the second Thursday of each month, 7 - 8 a.m., at Border Trust Business Center, Topsham.
The Military Community Council maintains an open line of communication with Naval Air Station Brunswick and Supervisor of Shipbuilding in order to build rapport and mutual understanding and address issues before they become problems. The council honors an individual whose activities have served to build upon the close relationship existing between the civilian and military components of the region. The award is named in honor of Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain, Civil War General, Governor of the State of Maine, President of Bowdoin College, and active participant in town affairs. The Chamber's immediate past Chairman and the Captain at Supervisor of Shipbuilding lead this committee which meets at least twice each year.
The Midcoast Education Outreach Program oversees the Chamber's Midcoast Maine Leadership Institute, Junior Achievement of Midcoast Maine (Junior Achievement of Maine), and Mid-Day Chambers programs. The Chamber supports excellence in education and the afore mentioned programs are designed to serve both its members and the communities of which they are a part. The commitment to education is expressed by "We Thrive by Learning." The committee meets the fourth Monday, 5-6 p.m. each month at Border Trust Business Center, Topsham.
