Leadership
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Patrick Woodcock, President & CEO
Patrick joined the Maine State Chamber in October 2023 as President and CEO after returning to his home state from serving in a number of state energy leadership positions in New England. Prior to joining the Chamber, Patrick was the Commissioner of the Department of Energy Resources under Governor Charlie Baker in Massachusetts, where he oversaw offshore wind procurements, new building codes, solar policies, and all other state and regional energy policies. He also served on the Board of the National Association of State Energy Officials, and several state and regional energy boards. Prior to working in Massachusetts, Patrick was Director of the Maine Energy Office from 2013 to 2016 in the Governor LePage Administration where he led efforts to expand air source heat pump adoption and other energy efficiency investments. He previously served as an adviser to former U.S. Senator Olympia J. Snowe in her Washington, D.C. office. Patrick graduated from Bowdoin College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Government. Contact Patrick
Phone: (207) 623-4568 - Ext. 103 |
Advocacy
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Linda Caprara, Vice President of Advocacy
Linda joined the Maine State Chamber of Commerce in January 2008, and serves as Vice President of Advocacy and the Chamber’s Director of Grassroots Advocacy. Prior to joining the Chamber, Linda was Director of Government and Public Affairs at the Maine Pulp and Paper Association. She is a graduate of Saint Anselm College, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in sociology. Linda attended Central Connecticut State University for additional studies in taxation and accounting and is a graduate of Connecticut School of Broadcasting. Contact Linda
Phone: (207) 623-4568 - Ext. 106 |
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Ashley Luszczki, Government Relations Specialist
Ashley joined the Chamber in 2023 and oversees energy and environmental policy. She previously worked for the Maine Legislature, including serving as Director of Policy for the Senate President, and in fundraising. Ashley graduated from Mount Vernon Nazarene University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. Contact Ashley
Phone: (207) 623-4568 - Ext. 111 |
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Amanda Johnson, Government Relations Specialist
Amanda joined the Chamber in 2025 and oversees labor and HR policy. Amanda has more than a decade of leadership experience in Human Resources across manufacturing, healthcare, and public-sector environments. She has served in the Maine Air National Guard since 2011. Amanda holds a bachelor’s degree in Applied Science with a minor in Human Resources from the University of Maine at Augusta and an associate degree in Paralegal Studies from Thomas College. Contact Amanda
Phone: (207) 623-4568 - Ext. 104 |
Operations
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Mark Ellis, Director of Operations
Joining the Chamber in 2019, Mark oversees communications, events, inclusion, information technology, and publicity. In the private sector, he has held senior management positions in information technology in the manufacturing, health care, and power generation industries. Mark has also held leadership positions in state and national political campaigns, statewide political party operations, and legislative communications. Contact Mark
Phone (207) 623-4568 - Ext. 109 |
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Katie Clark, Director of Communications
Katie directs external communications and serves as the Chamber's primary media liaison. She ensures the Chamber is represented across communications platforms from the website to podcasts and social media. Katie has experience in corporate and nonprofit organizations in a variety of industries. Contact Katie
Mobile: (207) 233-2230 |
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Angela Ouelette, Director of Special Projects
Angela joined the Chamber in 2018, serving as executive assistant to the president after moving home to Maine. Angela oversees a variety of special projects and the Chamber’s Jobs for Maine Graduates (JMG) scholarship program. Prior to her work with the Chamber, Angela worked in diverse management roles in the private sector. Contact Angela
Phone: (207) 623-4568 - Ext. 101 |
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Richard Panté, Director of Events and Programs
Joining the chamber in January of 2024, Richard is responsible for all planning and delivery of the Chamber’s in-person and virtual events and programs. He comes to the Chamber after spending close to nine years in the cancer non-profit space with a focus on event and program management. Contact Richard
Phone (207) 623-4568 – Ext. 110 |
Finance & Human Resources
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Simon West, Director of Finance and Human Resources
Simon joined the Chamber in 2019 and is responsible for the Chamber’s human resources and financial operations. Additionally, Simon assists various affiliates, including the Maine Economic Research Institute (MERI) and the Chamber’s Education Foundation. Simon has an undergraduate degree from the University of Maine System and an MBA from Thomas College. Contact Simon
Phone: (207) 623-4568 - Ext. 117 |
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Kattie Peaslee, Membership & Finance Coordinator
In August 2022, Kattie joined the Chamber, focusing on producing, recording, and reconciling financial reports. She aids in database maintenance for events and membership, adapting to diverse organizational demands as they emerge. Kattie came to the State Chamber with 15 years’ experience in banking. Contact Kattie
Phone: (207) 623-4568 - Ext. 108 |
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Melody Rousseau, Sponsorship and Advertising Sales Manager
Melody joined the Chamber in 1996 and was soon promoted to Advertising & Sales Manager, managing ad sales and sponsorships for all Chamber events and publications, including IMPACT newsletter, Final Summary, and OneVoice Maine magazine. Melody also works closely with the Chamber’s finance and events departments and is active in her community. Contact Melody
Phone: (207) 623-4568 - Ext. 102 |
