The Maine Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) serves as the umbrella organization to the offices of Tourism, Business Development, the International Trade Center, Community Development, Film and Innovation and Science. In addition, the agency administers the Made in Maine program, which is recognized worldwide for its quality and integrity.
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Submissions from 2022
Maine Office of Tourism Strategic Plan; Situation Assessment (June 2022), Maine Office of Tourism
Submissions from 2019
Maine Economic Development Strategy 2020-2029 : A Focus on Talent and Innovation, Maine Department of Economic & Community Development and Heather Johnson
Submissions from 2017
Maine Office of Tourism Annual Plan, 2017, Maine Office of Tourism and Maine Department of Economic & Community Development
Submissions from 2016
2016 Maine Tourism Highlights, Maine Office of Tourism and Maine Department of Economic & Community Development
Maine Office of Tourism Annual Report, 2016, Maine Office of Tourism and Maine Department of Economic & Community Development
Submissions from 2014
Comprehensive Evaluation of Maine’s Economic Development Incentive Programs, 2014, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development and Investment Consulting Associates (ICA)
Comprehensive Evaluation of Maine’s R&D Incentive Programs, 2014, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development and Investment Consulting Associates (ICA)
Submissions from 2013
2013 Maine Lodging Study, Digital Research, Inc. and Maine Office of Tourism
Submissions from 2012
Maine Comprehensive Research and Development Evaluation, 2011, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development; Camoin Associates; EntreWorks Consulting; and Scruggs & Associates, LLC
Maine Innovation Index, 2012, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development and Camoin Associates
Maine Woods Presentation, April 2012, dpa and Miljan Bajic
The Role of Middle Skill Jobs in Maine’s Innovation Economy: A Case Study for Maine's Comprehensive Research and Development Evaluation, 2011, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development; Camoin Associates; EntreWorks Consulting; and Scruggs & Associates, LLC
Submissions from 2011
2010 Annual Report: Department of Economic and Community Development, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
From Business Assistance to Market Expansion: Helping Maine Firms Succeed in National and Global Markets, 2011, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development; Maine Office of Innovation; PolicyOne Research, Inc; EntreWorks Consulting; and Scruggs & Associates, LLC
Maine Comprehensive Research and Development Evaluation 2010, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development; Maine Office of Innovation, Department of Economic and Community Development; PolicyOne Research, Inc; EntreWorks Consulting; and Scruggs & Associates, LLC
Maine Innovation Index, 2011, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development; Maine Office of Innovation; and PolicyOne Research, Inc
Maine Office of Tourism Traveler Segmentation Study, dpa
Maine Performs Brochure, 2011, Maine Arts Commission
Submissions from 2010
2009 Annual Report: Department of Economic and Community Development, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Accomplishments FY2009: Department of Economic and Community Development, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Accomplishments FY2010: Department of Economic and Community Development, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Report on Maine's Nature-based Tourism Initiative, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Submissions from 2009
2008 Annual Report: Department of Economic and Community Development, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
2010 Science and Technology Action Plan: A Bold Approach to Stimulate Maine's Economy, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development, Maine Innovation Economy Advisory Board, and Maine Office of Innovation
2010 Science and Technology Action Plan: A Bold Approach to Stimulate Maine’s Economy, Maine Innovation Economy Advisory Board and Maine Office of Innovation, Department of Economic and Community Development
Maine Comprehensive Research and Development Evaluation, 2008, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development; Maine Office of Innovation; PolicyOne Research, Inc; and RTI International
Submissions from 2008
An Economic Impact and Rate of Return Analysis of the Film & Video Industry in Maine, 2008, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development, Maine Film Office, and ECONorthwest
DECD 2007 Highlights, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Governor's Training Initiative, 2008, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development, Maine Department of Labor, and Bureau of Employment Services
Maine Comprehensive Research and Development Evaluation 2008, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development and Maine Office of Innovation
Maine Office of Tourism Strategic Five Year Plan, 2008, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Maine's Technology Sectors and Clusters: Status and Strategy, 2008, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development; Maine Office of Innovation; Maine Technology Institute; Maine Center for Business and Economic Research, University of Southern Maine; Battelle Technology Partnership Practice, Battelle Institute; Planning Decisions, Inc; and PolicyOne Research
Submissions from 2006
Business Resource Guide, 2006, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Evaluation of Maine's Public Investments in Research & Development, October 2006, UNC Center for Competitive Economies
Maine's Creative Economy: Connecting Creativity, Commerce & Community, 2006, Muskie School of Public Service, University of Southern Maine; Maine Department of Labor; Maine Department of Economic and Community Development; and Maine Arts Commission
Pocket Guide to Maine's Business Resources, 2006, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Wood-Based Bio-Fuels and Bio-Products : A Maine Status Report, Innovative Natural Resource Solutions, LLC
Submissions from 2005
DECD 2004 Highlights, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Executive Summary : Strategic Plan for Implementing the Maine Nature Tourism Initiative, September 2005, FERMATA, Inc.
Governor’s Council on the Sustainability of the Forest Products Industry, 2005, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development, Eric W. Kingsley, and Peggy Schaffer
Municipal Tax Increment Financing, 2005, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Submissions from 2004
DECD 2003 Highlights, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Maine: Charting a New Course, 2004, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Maine Innovation Index, 2004, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development and PolicyOne Research, Inc
Submissions from 2003
Business Resource Guide, 2003, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Employment Tax Increment Financing, 2003, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Municipal Tax Increment Financing, 2003, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Pocket Guide to Maine's Business Resources, 2003, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Tourism Works for ME, Maine Tourism Commission
Submissions from 1998
A Rural Development Initiative for Maine: OneMaine, Office of Governor Angus King and Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Submissions from 1978
Coastal Policy Study : State of Maine : Travel Development Study, Economics Research Associates
Submissions from 1976
Motoring Thru Maine, 1976, Maine Publicity Bureau
Submissions from 1975
The Maine Economy Today, Galen Rose and S Anderson
Submissions from 1973
Planning for an Integrated Wood Processing Complex in Maine, Maine Department of Commerce and Industry
Submissions from 1972
An Analysis of the Maine Skiing Industry, Maine Department of Commerce and Industry, Alvar K. Laiho, and Thomas A. Palmberg
Inventory of Maine Ski Areas, 1972, Maine Department of Commerce and Industry and Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Motoring Thru Maine, 1972, Maine Publicity Bureau
Submissions from 1971
Maine's Deep Water Harbors, Maine Department of Economic Development and Joseph B. Coffey
Submissions from 1970
Catch Me. The Great State of Maine Salt Water Fishing, Maine Department of Economic Development
Climb Me. The Great State of Maine Mountaineering, Maine Department of Economic Development
Color Me. Beautiful: The Great State of Maine Fall Foliage, Maine Department of Economic Development
Come Boat with Me. The Great State of Maine Boating and Sailing, Maine Department of Economic Development
Cruise Me. The Great State of Maine Coastal Cruises, Maine Department of Economic Development
Dig Me. The Great State of Maine Minerals & Gems, Maine Department of Economic Development
Dig Me. The Great State of Maine Minerals & Gems, Maine Department of Economic Development
Enjoy Me. In the Park: The Great State of Maine Baxter State Park, Maine Department of Economic Development
Escape to Me. The Great State of Maine Flat Water Canoeing, Maine Department of Economic Development
Events for You & Me. The Great State of Maine Activity Roundup, Maine Department of Economic Development
Explore Me. The Great State of Maine Hiking & Cycling, Maine Department of Economic Development
Fish Me. The Great State of Maine Fresh Water Fishing, Maine Department of Economic Development
Fore Me. The Great State of Maine Golfing, Maine Department of Economic Development
Forget Me. Not: The Great State of Maine State Parks, Maine Department of Economic Development
Historic Me. The Great State of Maine Historic Sites, Maine Department of Economic Development
Let Me. Entertain You: The Great State of Maine Museums, Maine Department of Economic Development
Make Tracks for Me. The Great State of Maine Snowmobiling, Maine Department of Economic Development
Meet Me. In the Woods: The Great State of Maine Birds, Insects & Wild Flowers, Maine Department of Economic Development
Restful Me. The Great State of Maine Roadside Rest Areas, Maine Department of Economic Development
Search Me. The Great State of Maine Antiques & Auctions, Maine Department of Economic Development
Ski Me. The Great State of Maine Skiing, Maine Department of Economic Development
Talented Me. The Great State of Maine Summer Theatres, Maine Department of Economic Development
Unique Me. The Great State of Maine Covered Bridges, Maine Department of Economic Development
Watchful Me. The Great State of Maine Lighthouses, Maine Department of Economic Development
Wild Me. The Great State of Maine White Water Canoeing, Maine Department of Economic Development
You'll Love Me. The Great State of Maine Camps, Maine Department of Economic Development
Submissions from 1969
Historic Sites in Maine, Maine Department of Economic Development
Hunt Me. The Great State of Maine Hunting, Maine Department of Economic Development
Picture Me. With Camera and Brush: The Great State of Maine Art and Photo, Maine Department of Economic Development
Ski Me. The Great State of Maine Skiing, Maine Department of Economic Development
State Parks of Maine, Maine Department of Economic Development
Submissions from 1968
An Inventory of Ocean-oriented Activities in the State of Maine, 1968, Maine Department of Economic Development
Facts About Maine, Maine Department of Economic & Community Development
Population - 1960 and 1966, Maine Department of Economic Development
Submissions from 1967
Maine, Autumn 1967, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine, Spring 1967, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine, Summer 1967, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine, Winter 1967, Maine Department of Economic Development
Submissions from 1966
Maine, Autumn 1966, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Developments, January 1966, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Developments, June 1966, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine, Summer 1966, Maine Department of Economic Development, Bud Martin, and Linwood Partridge
Maine, Winter 1966, Maine Department of Economic Development
Books from 1965
A Guide to Baxter State Park and Mount Katahdin in Maine, Baxter State Park Authority and Maine Department of Economic Development
Information Pamphlet No. 1: Regional and Municipal Planning Statutes in Maine - 1965, Maine Department of Economic Development and Maine Division of Research and Planning
Information Pamphlet No. 2: Urban Renewal Legislation in Maine, Maine Department of Economic Development and Maine Division of Research and Planning
Maine Developments, January & February 1965, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Developments, March & April 1965, Maine Department of Economic Development
Mountain Climbing in Maine, Maine Department of Economic Development
Planning for Development in the State of Maine, Maine Department of Economic Development
Planning for Development in the State of Maine, Northeastern Research Foundation
Portland Area Comprehensive Transportation Study, Maine State Highway Commission and Maine Department of Economic Development
Submissions from 1964
Maine Developments, January & February 1964, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Developments, March & April 1964, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Developments, May - December 1964, Maine Department of Economic Development
Submissions from 1963
Maine Developments, April 1963, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Developments, August 1963, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Developments, February & March 1963, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Developments, January 1963, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Developments, June & July 1963, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Developments, May 1963, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Developments, November & December 1963, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Developments, October 1963, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Developments, September 1963, Maine Department of Economic Development
Submissions from 1962
Maine Developments, April 1962, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Developments, December 1962, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Developments, February 1962, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Developments, July 1962, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Developments, June 1962, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Developments, March 1962, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Developments, May 1962, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Developments, October & November 1962, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Developments, September 1962, Maine Department of Economic Development
Submissions from 1961
Maine Buyers' Guide and Directory of Maine Manufacturers, Maine Department of Economic Development and Maine Department of Labor and Industry
Maine Developments, December 1961, Maine Department of Economic Development
Old Town Comprehensive Plan 1960 ~ 1980, Hans K. F. Klunder and Maine Department of Economic Development
Urban Renewal Legislation in Maine 1961, Maine Department of Economic Development and Maine Division of Research and Planning
Washington County Industrial Fact Book, 1961, Maine Department of Economic Development and Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Submissions from 1960
Maine Progress : June-July, 1960, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Progress : June-July, 1960, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Progress : March-April, 1960, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Progress : March-April, 1960, Maine Department of Economic Development
Planning Study for the Economic Growth of the State of Maine, Volume Five, Armour Research Foundation
Planning Study for the Economic Growth of the State of Maine, Volume Four, Armour Research Foundation
Planning Study for the Economic Growth of the State of Maine, Volume One, Armour Research Foundation
Planning Study for the Economic Growth of the State of Maine, Volume Three, Armour Research Foundation
Planning Study for the Economic Growth of the State of Maine, Volume Two, Armour Research Foundation
Submissions from 1959
City of Bath City Plan Report, 1959, John T. Blackwell
Maine Progress : April, 1959, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Progress : August, 1959, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Progress : January, 1959, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Progress : May, 1959, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Progress : November-December, 1959, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Progress : November-December, 1959, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Progress : September-October, 1959, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Progress : September-October, 1959, Maine Department of Economic Development
Public Parks in Maine, Maine Department of Economic Development
Washington County Maine Industrial Fact Book, 1959, Maine Department of Economic Development
Submissions from 1958
Maine Progress : April, 1958, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Progress : February, 1958, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Progress : January, 1958, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Progress : March, 1958, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Progress : May, 1958, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Progress : November-December, 1958, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Progress : October, 1958, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Progress : September, 1958, Maine Department of Economic Development
Public Parks in Maine, Maine Department of Economic Development
Submissions from 1957
Maine Progress : March, 1957, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Progress : May, 1957, Maine Department of Economic Development
Maine Progress : November, 1957, Maine Department of Economic Development
Program from a Lobster Dinner for the Maine State Society of Washington, D.C., Maine State Society
Public Parks in Maine, Maine Department of Industry and Commerce
The Wood Products Industries of Maine : A Report to the Department of Economic Development, H. Austin Peck, George J. Burak, and Merrill D. Bartlett
Submissions from 1956
Community Handbook Industrial Development Clinic, Maine Department of Development of Industry and Commerce
Community Handbook: Industrial Development School for Maine Community Leaders, Maine Department of Development of Industry and Commerce
Maine Airports Available for Industry, Maine Department of Development of Industry and Commerce, Wayne Buxton, and Maine Aeronautics Commission
Maine Department of Development of Industry and Commerce Advertising Supplement, Maine Department of Development of Industry and Commerce
Mr. Industrialist! Make More Money in Maine, Maine Department of Development of Industry and Commerce
Submissions from 1953
The Maine Development Commission and it's Duties, 1953, Maine Development Commission
Submissions from 1952
Public Parks in Maine, Maine Development Commission
Submissions from 1950
Let's Get All the Facts About 'Quoddy, Maine Development Commission
Maine: The Land of Remembered Vacations, Maine Development Commission
Public Parks in Maine, Maine Development Commission
Submissions from 1948
Public Parks in Maine, Maine Development Commission
Submissions from 1946
Maine Fishing Hunting Canoeing, Maine Development Commission
The Maine Coast, Maine Development Commission
The Maine Coast, Maine Development Commission
Submissions from 1945
Maine Agriculture, Maine Development Commission
Submissions from 1942
A Brief Statement to the Parents of American Boys and Girls, 1942 (?), Maine Development Commission
Industrial Maine: A Presentation of Facts Concerning the Advantages Which Maine Offers to Industry, Maine Development Commission
Submissions from 1941
Data on Vacant Industrial Plants, Maine Development Commission
Submissions from 1940
Cultural Maine, 1940, Maine Development Commission and Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Maine Vacationland Stamp Album, Maine Development Commission, Maine Publicity Bureau, and Maine Poster Stamp Society
Submissions from 1939
Maine Recreational Copy and Pictures from the Maine Development Commission, State House, Augusta, Maine, Maine Development Commission
Maine, the Place to Live, Work, and Play, Maine Development Commission
Submissions from 1938
Maine in Autumn, Maine Development Commission
Submissions from 1937
Do What You Like to do Best in Maine: The Land of Remembered Vacations, 1937?, Maine Development Commission
Guide to the Chesuncook Section of Maine Bridle Paths, Maine Development Commission and Bangor Boot and Saddle Club
Maine: a Guide Down East, Federal Writers' Project
Submissions from 1936
Maine the Land of Remembered Vacations, 1936, Maine Development Commission
Submissions from 1935
Maine Prosperity Plan to Stimulate Agriculture, Business and Employment, Maine Development Commission
Maine: The Land of Remembered Vacations, Maine Development Commission and Harrie B. Coe
Submissions from 1934
Hunting Maine, 1934, Maine Development Commission
The Transformation of a Maine Farm, 1934, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development, Maine Development Commission, and Maine Department of Agriculture
Submissions from 1933
Compliments of Maine, 1933 (?), Maine Development Commission
Present Location, Trends, and Future of the Poultry Industry in Maine, Maine Development Commission; Neil H. Landers; and Department of Agricultural Economics and Farm Management, University of Maine
Quality and Price of Maine Eggs on the Boston Market, Maine Development Commission; Winthrop G. Libby; and Department of Agricultural Economics and Farm Management, University of Maine
Submissions from 1932
Maine By Motor, 1932, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development and Maine Development Commission
The Latch String, Maine Development Commission
Submissions from 1928
First Annual Economic Conference, 1928, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development and Maine Development Commission
Submissions from 1927
Maine Invites You, Information Bureau, Secretary of the State of Maine
The Maine Development Commission: Its Scope and Work, 1927, Maine Development Commission and Clarence C. Stetson
Submissions from 1925
Maine by Motor, Information Bureau, Secretary of the State of Maine
Maine Has the Goods But She Must Sell Them, Maine Publicity Bureau