Chamber E-News
Members will receive a email newsletter several times a month about upcoming events and programs that are pertinent to our business community.
New Member Recognition
Announcement in our social media and newsletters.
Business Referrals
We receive inquiries on a regular basis for recommendations on goods and services in our area. We refer these newcomers, tourists, residents, and businesses to chamber members only. The chamber works fervently to refer member businesses to local inquiries.
Newcomer/Visitor Information
The chamber promotes its members to thousands of residents, tourists,and other visitors each year. Chamber members are encouraged to place promotional materials and/or brochures in our Info Center/ office at 297 Bath Road.
Conference/Meeting Room
Arrangements can be made to use the accessible meeting/conference room at 297 Bath Road. We have wi-fi and can help to set up media. Please call the Chamber for rules and reservations.
Brochure Display and Distribution
You are invited to display brochures at the info center and/or the office at no cost! Great marketing opportunity by exposure to the general public and fellow chamber members. Please call for delivery.
Business Deductions & Discounts
Chamber membership is considered to be a business expense by the IRS. Look for other discounts exclusive to chamber members.
Online Presence
Through social media sources and our website we stay in front of the business community. Your membership included one category listing on the chamber website at wiscassetchamber.com.
Member to Member Discount Program
Members have access to exclusive discounts provided by other Chamber members. Learn more!
Chamber in the News
Watch the Wiscasset Newspaper for new businesses, events, new members, ribbon cuttings and other news of the business community.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies
Whether it’s a new member or an existing member moving to a new location, expanding their business or re-launching their product line, the chamber is always ready to help its members celebrate their successes with ribbon cutting ceremonies.
Business After Hours and Networking Events
These events are great opportunities to gather in informal settings for growing your business by making new contacts. Chamber members tend to do business with and promote fellow chamber members. If they don’t know you, they can’t promote your business.
Networking and Prospecting Opportunities
Major benefits of your membership in the chamber are the many places where you can showcase your business through event sponsorship and networking at business, social and educational events.
Business Development Workshops
The partnerships that the chamber has with a variety of organizations and educational institutions offers learning opportunities that can help your business succeed! Access knowledge on topics that are well relevant to your business.
Committees
Committee involvement provides members with the opportunity to serve and make their voices heard on policy matters and in activities presented by the chamber. Service on a committee is one way for businesses to increase the value of their membership in the chamber.
Advertising Opportunities
The chamber has many connections to advertising that can help spread the word of your business. Call for connections!
Chamber Chats
The Wiscasset Area Chamber of Commerce Chamber Chat in partnership with LCTV presents a forum to offer members and others in the community an effective tool for promoting their business, a project, or other information to this audience.
Please contact the chamber for your opportunity to be in the spotlight!
Annual Events – Sponsorship opportunities.
Alive on the Common Concert Series
Wiscasset Area Chamber of Commerce and Wiscasset Parks and Recreation are partnering on the summer’s “Alive on the Common” concert series on Wiscasset Common. All the concerts start at 6 p.m. Presenting different genres of music to appeal to our various audiences.
Annual Dinner
Held in May or June, the annual Dinner enables members to celebrate the significant accomplishments of the chamber year. Honor volunteers who have contributed to the achievements, mark the transition of leadership, look forward to the new year, and enjoy fine food and fellowship. The event brings together chamber members, engaging keynote speakers and an overview of the past year’s accomplishments and a look at the future of the organization.
ScarecrowFest & Chili, Chowder & Pumpkin Dessert Challenge
Scarecrows abound! Craft your own scarecrow, shop craft fair vendors, raffle, fun things for kids, chili, chowder, pumpkin dessert challenge with cash prizes!
Nightmare on Federal Street
Parade of the ghouls, food stuffs, trick or treating and prizes for best of!
Charcuterie Board Challenge
A showcase of creative appetizer boards – bring a board to enter the challenge, or buy tickets to sample!
Wiscasset Holiday MarketFest
First weekend in December, a partnership with the Wiscasset Creative Alliance. A fun-filled event celebrating the season with lots of shopping options, visits with Santa, tree lighting, music and much more!
Membership Fees 12 months – billed annually
Business Level: $250.00
Non-Profit Level: $175.00
Individual Level: $100.00
Patron Level: $1,000.00