AIMEE BEAL, Communications and Outreach Coordinator
Edits publications including Friends of Acadia Journal and Annual Report. Manages media relations and online presence. Develops and implements Friends of Acadia communications plan.

Communications and Outreach Coordinator, Friends of Acadia, (2010-present); Freelance Editor, (2008-2010); Managing Editor, Alice James Books, (2001-2006); Assistant to the Director, Western Pennsylvania Writing Project, (2000-2001); Instructor, University of Pittsburgh, (1998-2000).
B.A., Creative Writing, Carnegie Mellon University; M.F.A., Creative Writing, University of Pittsburgh

Contact: aimee@friendsofacadia.org

THERESA BEGLEY, Projects and Events Coordinator
Manages Friends of Acadia's Annual Meeting, Take Pride in Acadia Day, and National Trails Day. Works with the conservation director to manage volunteer program, Acadia Trails Forever, village connector trails, and other in-park projects.

Projects and Events Coordinator, Friends of Acadia ( 2007- present); Development Associate and Events Manager, Friends of Acadia (1996-present); Account Representative, American International Group (1993-1994); Manager, Rodier Paris (1988-1990).
James Madison University

Contact: terry@friendsofacadia.org

MARY BOËCHAT, Development Assistant
Manages the donor database and records. Provides backup to the Director of Development for the Friends of Acadia Benefit and oversees production of the Benefit Guide. Assists with membership, annual giving, annual program, and donor events.

Development Assistant, Friends of Acadia (2009-present); Philanthropy Officer, Healthcare Charities, Blue Hill Memorial Hospital (2004-2008); CEO of private holding company (1987-present); Financial Copywriter, PaineWebber, (1987-1991); Marketing Assistant, Good Food Magazine, (1985-1987); Intern, Francesco Scavullo, (1985); Intern, The Rowland Company, (1985).
B.A., French, Wheaton College.

Contact: mary@friendsofacadia.org

SHARON BROOM, Development Officer
Manages the Membership and Annual Fund programs to maintain and increase support for Friends of Acadia. Works with the development director to set and meet fundraising goals.

Development Officer, Friends of Acadia, (2006-present); Development Director, Abbe Museum (1999-2006); Director of Public Relations, American Social Health Association (1993-1998); Director of Public Relations, PlayMakers Repertory Company (1988-1993); Communications Officer, North Carolina Museum of Art (1981-1987); Press Representative, American Dance Festival (1981); Managing Editor, Chapel Hill Newspaper (1978-1981).
B.A., Journalism, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Contact: sharon@friendsofacadia.org

SHEREE CASTONGUAY, Accounting and Administrative Associate
Works with director of finance and administration. Handles cash receipts, accounts payables, bank and donor data reconciliations, accounting schedules and analysis, and assists the president.

Accounting and Administrative Associate, Friends of Acadia (2007 - present); Secretary to the President, Friends of Acadia (2005-2006); Realtor, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, (2001-2005); Senior Accountant, Liberty Mutual Group (1989-2001); Internal Auditor, University System of New Hampshire (1984-1986); General Accountant, Interaction Systems, Inc. (1981-1984); Bookkeeper, Strayton Corporation (1978-1981); Bookkeeping Machine Operator, Natick Public Schools, (1976-1978). Past volunteer for Wetland Bird Study and Eagle Watch for Audubon Society of New Hampshire, Newmarket Conservation Commission, and Cocheco Valley Humane Society.
B.A., Philosophy, University of New Hampshire; Accounting Courses, Bentley College

Contact: sheree@friendsofacadia.org

STEPHANIE CLEMENT, Conservation Director
Develops and executes conservation programs in advocacy, policy, and planning. Primary contact with park staff for many FOA park policy initiatives. Principal liaison with community officials. Lobbies Congress, state legislature, federal and state agencies. Coordinates Ridge Runner, AYCC, and Intern programs. Current projects include public transit, park funding, air and water quality. Member of staff Core Management Group.

Conservation Director, Friends of Acadia (1997-present); Intern, Planner, Lake Champlain Basin Program (1994-1997); Teaching Assistant, School of Natural Resources, University of Vermont (1994-1995); Research Assistant, Snelling Center for Government (1994); Teaching Assistant, Hotchkiss School (1992-1993); Environmental Education Intern, Save the Bay (1991).
B.A., Biology, Colby College; M.S., Natural Resources Planning, University of Vermont.

Contact: stephanie@friendsofacadia.org

LISA HORSCH CLARK, Director of Development and Donor Relations
Directs fundraising efforts for Friends of Acadia. Works primarily with individuals, foundations, and corporations wishing to make charitable gifts to support capital and special projects. Specializes in estate and planned giving. Leads the development office in running a low-cost, efficient development program. Manages the Friends of Acadia Annual Benefit.

Director of Development and Donor Relations, Friends of Acadia (2005-present); Director of Family Giving, The College of William and Mary (2004-2005); Capital Gifts Officer, James Madison University (2000-2004); Assistant Director of Annual Giving, James Madison University (1995-2000).
B.B.A., International Business and French, James Madison University; M.B.A., James Madison University

Contact: lisahorsch@friendsofacadia.org

DIANA McDOWELL, Director of Finance and Administration
Handles all financial matters, manages accounting, general ledger, spread sheet analysis, leading indicators, yearly audit. Develops annual budget. Works with staff members to ensure on-budget performance in program areas. Works with Investment & Finance Committee. Member of staff Core Management Group.

Director of Finance and Administration, Friends of Acadia (1997-present); Financial Director, Downeast Horizons (1991-1997); Comptroller, Homestead Project (1986-1991); Bookkeeper, Layout & Design Artist, Coastal Exposures (1984-1985); Office Manager, Acadia Corporation (1976-1983).
University of Maine; Husson College.

Contact: diana@friendsofacadia.org

MARLA S. O'BYRNE, President and CEO
Manages organization and staff. Reports to board chair. With board, sets direction and tone. Responsible for execution of all programs—conservation, stewardship, development—and general operations. Balances budget, directs planning. Works with park superintendent, NPS Washington officials, etc. Chairs staff Core Management Group, which handles personnel matters.

President, Friends of Acadia (2007-present); Stewardship Director & Editor, Friends of Acadia Journal, Friends of Acadia (1996-2006); Business Manager, Director of Finance & Administration, Maine Coast Heritage Trust (1986-1995).
B.A., English Literature, George Washington University; M.A., English Literature, University of Maine.

Contact: marla@friendsofacadia.org

MIKE STAGGS, Office Manager
Organizes and coordinates office operations and procedures, ensuring efficiency in all operations. Provides technical support, assessment, and maintenance of computers, office equipment, and furniture.

Office Manager, Friends of Acadia (2007 - present); Administrative Assistant, Friends of Acadia (2001-2006); Hardgoods Buyer, Cadillac Mountain Sports(1994-2000); Assistant Librarian, Thorndike Library (1992-1996); Seasonal Employee, Maine Association of Island Museums(1991-1992).
B.A., Human Ecology, College of the Atlantic; Graduate Business Courses, University of Maine

Contact: mikestaggs@friendsofacadia.org