Dillon Clark

Each year, the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce partners with a dedicated committee of volunteers to select community-based educational programming that would benefit from additional financing through its Funds for Education program. This initiative has awarded over $170,000 to locally-based education programs that support practical skill-building and connect students to business leaders in the community, where they can learn about different industries and career opportunities […]

36 teams competed in the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce’s 37th Annual Funds for Education Golf Tournament on August 5, 2026 at Beaver Meadow Golf Course. Unexpectedly, five teams tied for first place based on strokes, finishing 13 under par with scores of 59. The winners were selected by a card off, which measured their performances on the most difficult holes. Read on for a full list of winners and an event recap.

The Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce’s prestigious Leadership Greater Concord (LGC) program has selected 28 participants representing diverse industries for this year’s class. LGC is a highly competitive 10-month deep dive into the capital region’s public resources and governance. Please help us congratulate the local professionals that were selected for this year’s class: […]

Every year, the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce hosts its signature Pinnacle Awards Ceremony to uplift and celebrate exceptional businesses and individuals in the Greater Concord area. Read on to learn more about this year’s recipients!

Mayor Byron Champlin and City Manager Tom Aspell returned to present at the Chamber’s annual State of the City forum, sponsored by Bar Harbor Wealth Management and hosted by the DoubleTree by Hilton. Here, Champlin and Aspell offered a clear message: Concord is balancing growth and long-term planning, with housing, infrastructure, and economic development at the center of the conversation. In their joint presentation, they highlighted both the momentum from the successes of the past year and the major investments still ahead. […]

Leadership Greater Concord—the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce’s annual leadership program for area professionals—is accepting applications for the class of 2027. For over three decades, this initiative has introduced over 650 community members to the inner workings of the capital region. Each year, participants embark on a nine-month immersion into the inner workings of the greater Concord community. The LGC program includes hands-on and interactive session days that cover many aspects of our region’s public resources and governance, and each class connects with prominent business and civic leaders who are making decisions about Greater Concord’s future. Read on to learn more about the program and how to apply!

The Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce’s Capital Area Student Leadership (CASL)—an immersive program that connects high school sophomores to their community and fosters their leadership skills—is pleased to announce its 2026 class. This initiative, generously underwritten by Northeast Delta Dental, is the only regional student leadership program in the state and features activities in public speaking, networking, teamwork, and creative problem-solving. CASL students interact with professionals from diverse industries including civic leaders, members of the judiciary, and young entrepreneurs. This year, the program welcomes 36 students across eight schools […]

As we step into a new year, I find myself reflecting on the strength and shared purpose that defined our 2025 in greater Concord. Each January offers a natural moment to pause, take stock of where we’ve been, and look ahead to the opportunities and challenges that await. It’s a time for fresh ideas, renewed energy, and thoughtful collaboration. As your Chamber President, I’m ready to enter this year with optimism and gratitude, committed to serving our members and the broader Capital Region […]