Building a Future in Rockland, Maine: The Ardiah Difference

Building a Future in Rockland, Maine: The Ardiah Difference

By Chris Austin, President of Ardiah

At Ardiah, we believe success isn’t measured by how big you get — it’s measured by how well you serve the people who count on you. That’s the path we’ve chosen. Instead of chasing national expansion, multiple offices, or layers of staff, we’ve made a deliberate decision: stay focused, stay true to our mission, and build something lasting right here at home.

Today, Ardiah is proud to serve from Rockport, but this August, we’ll be moving to our new home in Rockland, Maine — into a building that holds special meaning to me personally. Designed with the same distinctive architecture and spirit as the MBNA campus where I spent 14 years building the foundation of who I am as a leader, this building overlooking Rockland’s beautiful harbor feels like a return to familiar ground. Although it’s not the exact building I worked in back in Belfast, the design is identical — a reflection of the MBNA vision that shaped so many careers, including mine.

This move isn’t just about a new location. It’s about returning to the heart of where we love doing business, in the community we’re proud to serve.

Our commitment is simple:

  • We focus on the core needs that matter most to small businesses and organizations.

  • We provide outstanding payroll and payment solutions, where personal service isn’t a tagline — it’s a promise.

  • Bookkeeping remains part of what we offer, and we continue to work with select clients to make a real difference where we can.

  • Growth for us isn’t about bigger offices or a giant sales team. It’s about helping more local businesses thrive, one real relationship at a time.

When you work with Ardiah, you’re not handed off to a salesperson or lost in a maze of departments. You’ll work directly with me — Chris Austin, President of Ardiah — and our small, dedicated team. Together, we’ll make sure your payroll, payment systems, and back-office operations are handled with care, precision, and a genuine desire to see your business succeed.

I love our payment solutions. I love payroll offerings. I love our bookkeeping services.  And most of all, I love helping people.

That’s the Ardiah Difference.

Focused. Local. Personal.
And ready to help you build your future — just like we’re building ours — right here in the heart of Midcoast, but soon in Rockland, Maine.

Want to learn why we are different? Visit: https://ardiah.com

Chris Austin

President, Ardiah 

About the Author: Chris Austin is passionate about supporting small businesses and is the President of Ardiah, a trusted provider of payroll, payment solutions, POS systems, and accounting. Chris and his team are dedicated to helping small businesses thrive by delivering tailored solutions and personalized support. If you have a small business support or service need, they would love to help! 207-230-4576 or email: [email protected]