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DEAR FRIENDS,
As I reflect on this inspiring year at the Institute, I am filled with profound pride, deep gratitude, and abiding optimism. This Annual Report brings to life a powerful truth that now defines our work: We are creating a cycle that is, and will perpetually be, bringing leadership full circle. For the past decade, Olympia’s Leaders (OLs) have grown from thoughtful high school participants into accomplished young women who are shaping campuses, workplaces, homes, and communities. I am heartened to see how many now return to our Institute as volunteers, mentors, and donors — strengthening the very network that nurtured their early confidence. This sequence of growth, generosity, and reinvestment has never been more evident than it is today. This year, we meaningfully expanded our Alum engagement efforts. We established an additional Alum Chapter at Thomas College, further reinforcing our commitment to support graduates as they persist through post-secondary education and build professional foundations. We also launched the Olympia’s Leaders Advisors (OLA) Council — former and returning mentors supporting current OLAs, offering professional development and guidance to the Alum Network, and keeping past OLAs engaged. These advances make our leadership circle stronger, more connected, and more sustainable. New Institute-exclusive scholarships from Machias Savings Bank and individuals broadened opportunities for OLs as they prepared to embark on college, military, and training pursuits. And, once again, our statewide Community Partners demonstrated extraordinary commitment: MMG Insurance hosted a dynamic workshop — creating space for skill-building and connection for OLs, Alums, and OLAs in Aroostook County; InterMed welcomed participants to an insightful open house — delivering firsthand exposure to the vibrant healthcare sector; and our Fall Forum brought together the largest group of corporate representatives in our history — engaging junior and senior OLs with impactful conversations and a look inside career pathways available to them. We celebrated a landmark moment: surpassing more than 1,400 OLs served and 1,000 graduated. These numbers represent far more than participation; they reflect a movement. Our graduates are contributing across Maine and beyond — building careers at distinguished employers such as Bangor Savings Bank, General Dynamics | Bath Iron Works, IDEXX, KeyBank, L.L.Bean, MaineHealth, MEMIC, Northern Light Health, TD Bank, Unum, and many other local companies. Our Alums’ talent and determination are bolstering our state’s workforce through the industries and communities they serve. 2025 ANNUAL REP ORT
Throughout all this growth, our core three-year, accredited curriculum has remained a beacon of purpose — guiding each OL as she develops her sense of self, learns to articulate her beliefs, and discovers how to lead with integrity and authenticity. Our dedicated OLAs, committed Partner Schools, and engaged community collaborators ensure that every one of our participants can receive consistent guidance and support. This year also revealed the extraordinary commitment of our Alum Network through our first Alum giving initiative — which affirmed that the confidence nurtured in the program continues to blossom into leadership and generosity after graduation. Though many are still in college, 100% of Alum Council members contribute to the Institute financially. Each gift of time, insight, and resources bolsters the experience that future participants will receive. My friends, you make all this possible! Your belief in our mission does more than change individual lives; it fuels a cycle of leadership that grows sturdier with each passing year. Because of you, young women across Maine are discovering their capabilities, raising their aspirations, and shaping organizations that reflect their vision and values. Your generosity is not only building leaders, but also ensuring that leadership comes full circle. With deepest appreciation,
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THE PROGRAM
THE NEED Girls’ confidence drops by 20% between the ages of 13 and 18. (1) This decline often leads to greater self-doubt, particularly in subjects like math and science, as well as a tendency to withdraw from school activities and avoid new challenges or leadership opportunities. Research also shows that, as early as middle school, girls are 25% less likely than boys to say they enjoy taking the lead. A lack of confidence at this stage can put young women at a lasting disadvantage, with effects that can continue into adulthood. The girl who hesitates to raise her hand in class may become a woman who struggles to apply for a job, ask for a promotion, negotiate a salary, network with new people, communicate effectively with colleagues, lead a team, make decisions, solve problems, innovate in her field, or start her own business. Without intentional support and leadership development during adolescence, this confidence gap could limit individual potential and the strength of their future workplaces and communities. THE SOLUTION 91% of girls believe higher confidence is directly related to mentorship. (2) Each year at the Institute, more than 200 women — business and community leaders from across Maine — volunteer as mentors. These OLAs are trained by the Institute and devote three years to delivering an accredited curriculum to nearly 600 high school students at 38 Partner Schools spanning every Maine county.
EQUIPPING YOUNG WOMEN TO LEAD The mission of the Olympia Snowe Women’s Leadership Institute is to raise the confidence and aspirations of high school girls by helping them develop the skills needed to be leaders in their lives, families, careers, and communities.
Cohorts of five or six OLs meet monthly with two OLAs for thoughtful lessons and debriefs, meaningful conversations, and goal-setting. They also attend two regional and statewide events with Senator Snowe, their peers, and many guests from the Institute’s network.
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By increasing interactions with successful adults — through mentorship, role modeling, and networking — OLs can observe, emulate, practice, and grow confidence. The curriculum explores leadership characteristics, skills, and tasks as participants are getting settled in high school. Instead of letting them fall behind, we help them get a step ahead and stand on their own — with mentors, peers, and the Institute’s entire network as support.
Advancing women’s leadership requires increasing the visibility of women leaders today while supporting girls as they consider, prepare for, enter, and navigate careers. By cultivating this leadership pipeline, the Institute helps ensure that Maine — and the nation — benefit from the full potential of the next generation of women leaders. Sources: (1) Etre Girls, 2025; (2) LinkedIn Global Employment Trends, 2025 and Institute surveys, 2023-2025; (3) PubMed Central, 2012; (4) U.S. Census Bureau, 2025 and Neilsburg, 2025
I AM THE FIRST IN MY FAMILY TO PURSUE HIGHER EDUCATION. THE INSTITUTE GAVE ME THE CONFIDENCE TO NAVIGATE THE PROCESS — AND A WEALTH OF OTHER RESOURCES, CONNECTIONS, AND SUPPORT. — Jhordaynia Ebanks, Olympia’s Leader, Lincoln Academy ‘25
THE LONG-TERM IMPACT Women remain underrepresented in leadership, holding only 30% of leadership positions despite making up a larger share of the workforce. (3) The Institute’s program is critical because research shows that, when they see women in leadership roles, girls’ educational attainment and career aspirations can increase by 30% or more. Role models and mentors strengthen girls’ belief in their abilities, build self-efficacy, and foster the personal agency needed to pursue new opportunities and leadership paths. (4) This need is especially urgent in Maine because of its small and aging workforce. The state’s future economic strength and civic life depend on developing the next generation of leaders.
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THE OUTCOMES
PRODUCING POSITIVE OUTCOMES The curriculum is built around Olympia’s Leaders (OLs) making progress toward key outcomes related to leadership, and it is having a significant impact.
In addition to personal growth in every category, compelling indications of the program’s success are as follows: high school on time, compared 100% graduated to Maine’s 87% graduation rate 93% matriculated directly to higher education the military, specialized training, 7% joined or the workforce in Maine for post-secondary pursuits 76% remained pursuing science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM)* 64% are
DATA FROM THE CLASS OF 2025 INDICATES THAT OLS BELIEVE THE PROGRAM HAS MADE A DIFFERENCE IN THEIR LIVES:
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* The final statistic is significant because it demonstrates that those OLs interested in STEM now have the confidence to pursue historically male-dominated fields.
FROM LEARNING TO LEADING Through the program, young women develop the confidence, communication skills, resilience, and sense of responsibility needed to contribute meaningfully to networks, organizations, and communities. As they graduate and pursue higher education, careers, and service opportunities, Alums remain in, or connected to, Maine. They can collaborate across differences, address challenges thoughtfully, and lead with integrity. As they step into leadership roles, these skills ripple outward into the teams and missions they serve — strengthening entities, expanding opportunity, and helping shape a more vibrant and resilient Maine. By cultivating these capabilities early and encouraging graduates to mentor those who follow, the Institute ensures that its leadership cycle continues for generations to come.
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Bangor High School Belfast Area High School Biddeford High School Boothbay Region High School Calais Middle/High School Camden Hills Regional High School Cony High School Edward Little High School Ellsworth High School Houlton High School Lawrence High School Leavitt Area High School Lewiston High School Lincoln Academy Lisbon High School Medomak Valley High School Morse High School Mount Ararat High School Mount Blue High School Mount Desert Island High School Mount View High School Mountain Valley High School Narraguagus Jr/Sr High School Nokomis Regional High School Oak Hill High School Oceanside High School Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School Penquis Valley High School Piscataquis Community High School Poland Regional High School Portland High School Presque Isle High School Sacopee Valley High School Skowhegan Area High School Spruce Mountain High School Thornton Academy Westbrook High School Winslow High School
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BEING NOTICED AND SELECTED FOR MY LEADERSHIP WAS ONE OF THE MOST SURPRISING, AMAZING FEELINGS IN THE WORLD. — Alyisa Kinsey, Olympia’s Leader, Mount Blue ‘26
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THE DIVERSITY
DIVERSITY OF CURRENT OLYMPIA’S LEADERS (OLs): (1)
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The Institute is intentional about how Partner Schools select cohorts of OLs. The goal is to have individuals who reflect the range of diversity within their school and community. In addition to building equity and inclusion, the benefit to this diversity is that it allows for difference in shared experiences, which challenges OLs’ preconceptions and leads to more creative and vibrant exchanges. Having diverse cohorts supports the acquisition of skills, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and thoughtful communication. Knowing companies seek employees who can successfully work alongside others from a wide variety of backgrounds, this intercultural collaboration translates into a professional competence that will serve OLs well as they seek and develop careers.
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POST-PROGRAM SUPPORT
CONTINUING SUPPORT FOR ALUMS
GROWING A COMMUNITY OF LEADERS
Alums — the Institute’s largest and fastest-growing stakeholder group — are now persisting through post-secondary education or training and stepping into careers. Supporting them at this stage is essential.
The Alum Council (AC) is a group of Institute Alums committed to carrying forward the mission and impact of the program beyond their years as participants.
By continuing to invest in Olympia’s Leaders (OLs) who thrived in the program, we strengthen a virtuous cycle — one where leadership development supports young professionals and drives the future of Maine’s workforce.
Through the leadership of the Networking, Programming, and Operations Committees, the AC plans events and initiatives that keep Alums connected to one another, the Institute, and its Community Partners. These efforts provide opportunities to build more career readiness or life skills, participate in leadership development workshops, and expand professional networks.
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Lasting relationships with mentors help young women navigate education, career decisions, and leadership opportunities. However, research shows that women in the workforce often receive less consistent support from managers (4–7% less) and fewer opportunities for training and professional development (14% fewer).(5)
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EXTENDING CONNECTION THROUGH ALUM CHAPTERS Institute Alum Chapters serve OLs matriculating into Maine-based colleges and universities, providing an additional layer of support as they enter a new stage of life and pursue the visions shaped during their time in the program.
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NETWORKING COMMITTEE CHAIR: Anna Coleman, Belfast Area ’20 Leah Bradstreet, Mount View ’20
Micayla Budd, Biddeford ’25 Haley Hersey, Lawrence ’20
Because manager support is closely tied to advancement, these disparities can limit progress into leadership — highlighting the value of continued connection to the Institute and its network of supporters. Through ongoing connections with OLAs, fellow Alums, staff, and the Institute’s network, OLs remain part of a lifelong community — one that provides mentorship, guidance, and support at every stage of their careers and lives. Source: (5) Women In The Workplace 2025, McKinsey & Co.
Chapters operate like a university club — with a faculty or staff advisor, student leadership, and a budget. Members gather for on-campus or local events to advance their goals while benefiting from peer mentorship and a strong sense of community. Advisors help facilitate connections with students, staff, and affiliates — and explore opportunities on campus and beyond.
Tara O’Donovan, Belfast ’19 Mercedes Owen, Calais ’23
ALUM CHAPTERS
CHAIR: Mikayla Reynolds, Winslow ’19 Jenna Burton, Lewiston ’18
•Health & Direct Care •Skilled Training & Military •Sustainable Energy
Anna Kingsbury, Oceanside ‘22 Leilani Welsh, Calais ‘25
The Institute is proud to contribute to the solution by connecting OLs and Alums with mentors and helping them explore potential careers, engage with companies across the state, and build high aspirations and talent in sectors critical to Maine’s economy.
UNIVERSITY OF MAINE Members: 78 ADVISOR: Julia Van Steenberghe, Director of Student Success and Recruitment, Maine Business School UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MAINE Members: 47 ADVISOR: Rebecca Nisetich, Director, USM Honors Program HUSSON UNIVERSITY Members: 33 ADVISOR: Liz Vigue, Director of Institutional Success and Curriculum Development THOMAS COLLEGE Members: 11 ADVISOR: Debbie Cunningham, Vice President of Student Success
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I SEE MYSELF SUPPORTING THE COUNCIL’S WORK BY CONTRIBUTING TO THE EXISTING PROJECTS AND TO THE NEW INITIATIVES THAT STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS. — Miranda Maung, Olympia’s Leader, Poland ‘21
STRENGTHENING MAINE’S FUTURE WORKFORCE By 2030, Maine — and many of our Community Partners — are projected to face a shortfall of more than 75,000 workers, with some of the greatest needs in STEM-related fields:
CHAIR: Nadya Buffum, Biddeford ’20 Lauren Cornelio, Spruce Mountain ’18
70% of Alums are staying in Maine, and one-third are pursuing careers in these fields with the greatest workforce demand.
Miranda Maung, Poland ’21 Jill Rombalski, Leavitt ’18
As they progress in their careers, Alums will become role models and mentors to future students and colleagues — fortifying a cycle of leadership, retention, and workforce contribution that compounds over time.
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LASTING SUPPORT FOR ALUMS SUSTAINING THE CYCLE OF LEADERSHIP Today’s Olympia’s Leaders become tomorrow’s colleagues, mentors, and role models. Alums are now working at Community Partner organizations, strengthening the same leadership community that supported their development. COMMUNITY PARTNERS CURRENTLY EMPLOYING ALUMS
Bangor Savings Bank Bar Harbor Bank and Trust General Dynamics | Bath Iron Works IDEXX L.L.Bean MaineHealth MEMIC Northern Light Health TD Bank UBS Unum
HALEY HERSEY Email Campaign Specialist, IDEXX Olympia’s Leader, Lawrence ’20 B.A. in Media Studies, University of Southern Maine ‘22 M.A. in Journalism, Emerson College ’23 Alum Council Member, OSWLI
“The program helped me identify my values, find my voice to articulate them, and create a vision of my future earlier in life. Having this foundation in high school helped me develop confidence, and I have a lifelong community that continues to support me. The Institute is truly changing lives — including mine — and I am grateful to be able to give back as an Alum.”
17% OF ALUMS WORK AT COMMUNITY PARTNERS
MELANDI MARTEL Cost Estimating Specialist, Ordnance and Tactical Systems, General Dynamics Olympia’s Leader, Biddeford ‘22 B.S. in Finance, University of Southern Maine ‘25
THE INSTITUTE EVENTS MAKE ME FEEL EMPOWERED AND ENERGIZED. — Naomi Fidler, Olympia’s Leader, Morse ‘25
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“The Institute has coached and led me through very pivotal moments in my life. From navigating high school, college, and the start of my career, I use what I learned with the Institute almost daily. Learning my values, voice, and vision has helped me find what I love to do and stand up for what I believe in. This program helped me learn who I am and where I want to go in a world full of endless paths.”
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THE SCHOLARSHIPS
NEVAEH SCHOPPEE of Narraguagus Senior High School,
AS OF 2025, OLYMPIA’S LEADERS (OLS) HAVE BEEN AWARDED MORE THAN $3.75 MILLION IN INSTITUTE-EXCLUSIVE OR INSTITUTE-PARTNERED SCHOLARSHIPS
who is now studying Nursing at University of Maine
MACHIAS SAVINGS BANK SCHOLARSHIP Machias Savings Bank helps communities find the “Yes!” they need. Its Difference Makers scholarship uplifts OLs who already demonstrate meaningful community engagement, are pursuing higher education, and have a clear vision to make a difference in our world. now studying Wildlife Ecology at the University of Maine and serving as an SMP Cadet in the Army National Guard
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JOHN R. MCKERNAN, JR. JMG SCHOLARSHIP Named in honor of the former Governor of Maine, who is a champion of both JMG and the Institute — this award recognizes OLs who excelled academically, within the Institute and during their JMG program.
SHAVELLE KING of Morse High School, who is now studying Business at Thomas College
The Institute-Exclusive MC Scholarship uplifts an OL from Poland Regional High School who is pursuing post-secondary education or training in Maine and would benefit from assistance to see their admirable aspirations through.
SHAWNA WRIGHT of Poland Regional High School, who is now studying Business Administration and Management at Central Maine Community College
LEILANI WELSH of Calais High School, who is now studying Nursing at University of Maine
SHARON Y. MILLER LEADERSHIP AWARD Named in honor of the Chair of the Institute’s founding Board of Directors — this award celebrates students who have used their values and voice to positively influence their school community. now studying Nursing at University of Southern Maine
PIPER SANDERS of Belfast Area High School, who is
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Olympia’s Leader, Lewiston ‘25 Student, University of Southern Maine ‘29 “The Sharon Y. Miller Leadership Award has been a blessing. Being awarded this scholarship allowed me to take a breath when it came to the financial aspect of schooling. I am now able to focus on my goals and achieve every step needed to follow my dreams with much less stress. This scholarship has brought me one step closer to pursuing a career as a physician assistant.”
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The Marr-Anderson Family Foundation’s mission is to promote education and health — and offer compassionate support during times of crisis. The family has partnered with the Institute to reach high school seniors with goals of obtaining post-secondary education yet for whom financial barriers would prevent them from realizing this dream.
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The University of Southern Maine believes that anyone who has the drive to succeed and willingness to work hard deserves a chance at higher education. Its USM Promise Scholarship — an InstitutePartnered award — provides funding for OLs and others to attend college, as well as on-campus support while they pursue a degree.
ALEXA LILES of Westbrook
High School, who is now studying Communications at the University of Southern Maine
MITCHELL SCHOLARS The mission of the Mitchell Institute is to increase the likelihood that young people from every community in Maine will aspire to, pursue, and achieve a college education. Camryn Baron, Sacopee Valley HS Arianna Bradeen, Mount View HS Paidyn Cashman, Narraguagus HS Bluebell Chen, Spruce Mountain HS Sage Hoyt, Oxford Hills Comprehensive HS Troy Keddy, Biddeford HS Cailyn McKechnie, Skowhegan Area HS Kyri Meak, Winslow HS Orla Murphy, Nokomis Regional HS Nevaeh Schoppee, Narraguagus HS WORTHINGTON SCHOLARS
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The Worthington Scholarship Foundation believes the world is shaped by those with the courage and tenacity to chase big dreams. It is committed to helping the next generation of Mainers build a better future for our state. Alexa Brann, Nokomis Regional HS Jara Brown, Belfast Area HS Myla Brown, Skowhegan Area HS Bluebell Chen, Spruce Mountain HS Isabella Colby, Oxford Hills Comprehensive HS Abigail Collins, Presque Isle HS MacKenzie Dawe, Skowhegan Area HS Kylie Delile, Lawrence HS
Jhordaynia Ebanks, Lincoln Academy Eliza Fournier, Oceanside HS Natalie Furka, Spruce Mountain HS Ayan Gedow, Portland HS Paige Goodwin, Lawrence HS Helen Harrington, Oceanside HS Sage Hoyt, Oxford Hills Comprehensive HS Mikala Jones, Camden Hills Regional HS Shavelle King, Morse HS Ava MacMahan, Morse HS Caroline Matthews, Lincoln Academy Jazlynn McNinch, Houlton HS Kyri Meak, Winslow HS Yidong Mongu, Westbrook HS Nadia Morrison, Lawrence HS Quinn Natale, Medomak Valley HS Ilsa Petrak, Mount View HS Kalia Reffett, Winslow HS Brooklynn Robinson, Oxford Hills Comprehensive HS Piper Sanders, Belfast Area HS Nevaeh Schoppee, Narraguagus HS Estella Sprague, Belfast Area HS Kaylin Van Deventer, Nokomis Regional HS Amelia Van Dongen, Mount Desert Island HS Kytana Williamson, Medomak Valley HS CIEE GLOBAL NAVIGATORS CIEE: the Council on International Exchange offers Global Navigator Scholarships for OLs to attend a three-week High School Summer Abroad program. In 2025, OLs were awarded scholarships to study abroad in locations including Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, England, Germany, Ghana, France, Italy, and Japan and topics including Global Entrepreneurship, Women for Environmental Action, Leadership & Service, Creative Writing, and various languages: Rem Abbott, Leavitt Area HS Kenley Bruen, Spruce Mountain HS Claire Cochrane, Thornton Academy Tallulah Marks, Camden Hills Regional HS Adau Mawein, Portland HS Aubrey Moors, Winslow HS Bronwyn Rice, Mountain Valley HS Belen Solomon, Westbrook HS Marlee Spencer, Oak Hill HS Valedah Vallaincourt, Ellsworth HS
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OLYMPIA’S LEADERS ADVISORS
AS AN OLA, I HOPED TO HELP YOUNG WOMEN LEARN AND GROW, BUT IT HAS BEEN ME WHO HAS GROWN AND CHANGED THE MOST FROM OUR TIME TOGETHER. — Nikki Vachon, Olympia’s Leader Advisor, Bangor ‘20 ‘23 ‘26
RUBA HADDAD Digital Marketing & Financial Education Specialist, Katahdin Trust OLA, Houlton ’27 “I was raised in a culture with specific expectations of women, but I challenged those expectations and made my own path. I am committed to supporting Olympia’s Leaders and Alums as they create their own route and find what inspires them. I am proud to work for an organization that is so invested in the community I love and allows me to give back in this meaningful way.”
JULIA VAN STEENBERGHE Director of Student Success and Recruitment, Maine Business School Institute Alum Chapter Advisor, University of Maine OLA, Bangor ‘26 “As they navigate transitions to and through college, Alums at UMaine enjoy having a group of peers with shared experiences, a safe space to build community, and the opportunity to continue exploring their values, voice, and vision. Alum Chapters are the OLs’ next step in their journey if they choose to pursue higher education in Maine, and they only make the Institute’s cycle of leadership stronger.”
Victoria Abbott, Bread of Life Deb Adams, Criterium Engineers Yetunde Ajao, University of Maine at Farmington Iris Alexander, Camden National Bank Christy Alley, University of Maine System & Elevate Maine Realty Lindsay Allison, Hearing Wellness Centers of Maine Leslie Anderson, Self-employed Deb Arrington, General Dynamics | Bath Iron Works Suze Baack Dyke, TD Bank Kristina Bailey, Eastport Healthcare & Army National Guard Bonnie Baker, Martin’s Point Health Care Cindy Barnicle, Moncure & Barnicle Lisa Barton, Independent Consultant Allison Beane, Hampton Inn by Hilton Lewiston-Auburn Kate Beever, Maine Music and Health, LLC Julie Biggers, Pierce Atwood, LLP Elizabeth Bishop, YMCA - Boothbay Regional & Central Lincoln County Aitana Blevins, Procter & Gamble Molly Bogart, Maine Department of Health and Human Services Julie Bohan Barti Bourgault, Beyond the Edge Jen Boynton, First National Bank Gayle Brann, MEA Danielle Brown, Community Care Partnership of Maine Sarah Brownell, Maine Coaching Company Shelby Bryant, Educate Maine Jenna Burton, Andwell Health Partners Ashley Buttice, Puritan Medical Products Co. Laura Carey, Community Health and Counseling Kate Carlisle, Educate Maine Melissa Carr, Alford Lake Camp Jane Ceraso, Retired Nikki Child, CIEE Sue Clary, Central Maine Power Company Stephanie Clifford, Stephanie Perkins Clifford, LLC Shannon Coffin, Good Shepherd Food Bank Lindsey Coit, capital H. Anna Coleman, Cornerspring Montessori School Caryn Coleman, StoneCrest Event Center Denise Condon, Former Occupational Therapist Jess Conley, Southern Maine Community College Mary Copeland, Lippman Jungers, LLC Rhonda Corson, State of Maine Jennie Crosby, Woodland Pulp & St Croix Tissue Steph Cross, Better Homes and Gardens/The Masiello Group, Sappi North America Nicola Culmo Jackie Curtis, Norway Savings Bank Alison Curwen, Retired Ashley Davis, Bangor Savings Bank Emily Davis, Bangor Savings Bank Michelle DeBlois, ReMo Lin Dehetre, Norway Savings Bank Stacey Dietsch, Kalon Advisors, LLC Carrie Dionne, Unifyed Bethany Dodge, L.L.Bean Hyemi Draheim, Bangor Savings Bank Martha Dumont Diane Dunn, Department of Defense, Veterans and Emergency Management Ilka Eberly, L.L.Bean Melissa Elliotte, AcceptU Gretchen Fall Sawyer, Thomas College Chantal Farnham, MMG Insurance Kat Felch, MMG Insurance Ruth Feldman, Coastal Enterprises, Inc. Alicia Fereday, University of New England Brenda Fernald, First National Bank Caitlin FitzGerald, L.L.Bean Kim Foglio, Wright-Ryan Construction Kim French, Retired from FA Peabody Insurance
Kate Frey, Bangor Savings Bank Ashley Fuller, MEMIC Chele Fuller, Self-employed Mary Fuller Nori Gale, WEX Terry Gardner, Maine State Police Donna Gaspar Jarvis, Southern Maine Community College Beigette Gill, Fernwood Cove - Summer Camp Angela Gillespie, Howell Laboratories, Inc. Nicole Gleason, Aledade Idella Glenn, Chrysalis Consulting, LLC Amy Goodine, Self-Employed Real Estate Vicki Gordan, Retired Melanie Gould, L.L.Bean Sarah Greaton, Safe Voices Sarah Green, Northern New England Poison Center Taylor Griffin, RSU 13 School District Brooke Hachey, Sunrise County Economic Council Ruba Haddad, Katahdin Trust Company Judy Hanscom, Camden National Bank Hannah Hartnett, Colby College Fiona Haslett, Waynflete School Ayanna Hatton, Colby College Katie Hawkins, WEX Sue Henninges, Self-employed Elinor Higgins, Maine Department of the Secretary of State Karen Holyoke, Verrill Jamie Hughes, MMG Insurance Corrie Hunkler, Healthy Acadia Katherine Hunt, RSU 13 School District Maureen Hurley, Retired Air Force Officer Colleen Ippolito, Coastal Enterprises, Inc. Robyn Jackson, MEMIC Cate Kalenian, Kalenian Coffee Consulting, LLC Sarah Kelly, Recorded Future and Changing Tides Coach Michelle Labonte, Kennebec Savings Bank Betsy Lane PJ Lassek, University of New Hampshire Diana LeBlanc, Coastal Enterprises, Inc. Michelle Lemieux, cPort Credit Union Cynthia Leonard, Former Speech Pathologist Melissa Ligotti, Wells Fargo Advisors Susan LoGiudice, Retired Sue Loomis, Maine Maritime Academy Mel Lovering, Woodlands Senior Living Stasia Lowe, Retired Stacey Lutton, Horch Roofing Kelly MacVane, HDR Jackie Madden, Dispatch Technologies Jane Martell, Tilson Technology Lilli Martin, Retired Sydney Martin, Unum Ryan Mastrangelo, MaineHealth Franklin Hospital Gina Mazzei, Bangor Savings Bank Kelsey McCormack, IDEXX Laboratories Kristina McCrea Scrutchfield, McCrea Coaching Patricia McDaid, Self-employed Riley Mercier, Ford Models Lyndsay Messner, L.L.Bean Lauren Metayer, Purdue Global Cecelia Moody, AFI Benefits/Todd Benefits Group Mary Morse, Unum Emily Moser, Jackson Laboratory Courtney Mueller, Retired Lisa Murphy, Bangor Savings Bank Diane Nichols, Former Attorney Meryl Nierman, Retired Bistra Nikiforova, York County Head Start Angela Oechslie, Educate Maine Dena Orfanidis, Franklin Community Health Network Kelly Parnell, Acentra Health Dianne Paton, Retired Linda Peare, Polar Treat, LLC Katherine Penley, Knickerbocker Group
Heather Perry, Gorham School Department Chelsea Pherigo, Medical Professionals Health Program Kathryn Pierce, The Peter and Carmen Lucia Buck Foundation Molly Plaisted, Slalom Heather Pouliot, Pouliot Real Estate Cheryl Preble, State of Maine Department of Corrections Rebecca Pushard, MIKA’s Awesome Summer Camp & After School Programs Heather Putnam, MaineHealth Karen Raye, Raye’s Mustard Laura Reed, Maine Community Foundation Cecilia Rhoda, Probate Paralegal Jillian Rich, Portside Real Estate Group Kasey Richards, Vatica Health Michelle Ritcheson, Katahdin Trust Company Jennifer Robbins, Atlantic Power Constructors Melany Robinson, Sprouthouse Agency Tracy Rockwell, US Border Patrol, Houlton Sector Headquarters Jaime Rogers, Autism Society of Maine & University of Maine Susan Rouillard, Retired Peggy Rousseau, Self-employed Linda Rowe, lindāyurveda Donna Ryan, Baker Newman Noyes Carol Ryan Ertz, Ryan Ertz Consulting Deb Sabatino, MEMIC Ellen Sabina, Maine Farmland Trust Judy Sanders, Self-employed Morgan Sanders, The Jackson Laboratory Amanda Savage, University of Maine & Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center Olivia Seibel, Camden National Bank Heather Shanklin, MaineHealth - Coastal Region Adrienne Shibles, Bates College Kristin Simmons, Camden National Bank Mary Sinclair, University of Maine at Farmington Amanda Smith, Sunrise County Economic Council Edie Smith, Office of U.S. Senator Angus S. King, Jr. Karyn Smith, Former Teacher Mish Sommers, Bay Consulting Tracy Spizzuoco, Five Towns CSD & Alford Lake Camp
Anne Springer, Bowdoin College Rebecca St. Clair, First National Bank Jamie St. Pierre, Central Maine Power Company Laura Stanczyk, Self-employed Karen Stanley Amber Stoddard, Bangor Savings Bank Corrine Stoddard, Bangor Savings Bank Aline Taylor, Kennebec Savings Bank Amy Taylor, Androscoggin Bank Ann Theriault, Maine Department of Labor Emily Theriault, Pouliot Real Estate Elaine Theriault-Currier, Pen Name Brittney Tomasello, Bangor Savings Bank Lisa Torgersen, MaineHealth Annie Torres, State of Maine DHHS Jane Torres, Greater Houlton Chamber of Commerce Kristi Trafton, Rudman Winchell Shawnee Treadwell, L.L.Bean Leslie Tremberth, LT Coaching & Consulting Kirstie Truluck, Midcoast Youth Center & Skatepark Merrill Truluck, Maine State Legislature Amanda Tupper, Machias Savings Bank June Usher Wallace, Camden National Bank Nikki Vachon, Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) Julia Van Steenberghe, University of Maine Heather Velozo, Maine Tourism Association Julie Vittum, Machias Savings Bank Cindy Wade, MaineHealth Jen Walter, Machias Savings Bank Kerri Watson-Blaisdell, The County Federal Credit Union Alix Weeks, Self-employed Lauren Westra, L.L.Bean Cassandra White, UnitedHealth Group Brynne Whitney, Bangor Savings Bank Meri Wicks, Baker Newman Noyes Melodie Wilson, L.L.Bean Katie Winchenbach, Motorola Solutions, Inc. and Women Standing Together Debbie Woodbury, Former Teacher Amanda Woolford, Maine Department of Corrections Vanessa Worcester, Penobscot Community Health Care Valerie Young, Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences
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OUR OLAS WERE VERY THOUGHTFUL AND REGULARLY TOOK TIME TO GET TO KNOW US BY CATCHING UP WITH OUR LIVES. THEY PROVIDED OPPORTUNITIES FOR US TO BE HEARD, RESOURCES FOR OUR PERSONAL SUCCESS, AND OFFERED TO HELP AT EVERY OPPORTUNITY. THEY WERE ALWAYS UNDERSTANDING, SUPPORTIVE, READY WITH WISDOM, AND PROUD OF OUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS. — Lexa-leigh Valentin, Olympia’s Leader, Oak Hill ‘26
OF OLAS HAVE RETURNED TO MENTOR ADDITIONAL COHORTS
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OLYMPIA’S CIRCLE
The Institute is GRATEFUL and PROUD to recognize the Community Partners whose extraordinary generosity — through cumulative gifts of $150,000 and above — has played a transformative role in advancing our work. Ann & Rick Bresnahan Burns Family Foundation Charles Butt Sue & Bill Caron Davis Family Foundation Denise & Mike Dubyak John T. Gorman Foundation Mary & Peter Kalikow KeyBank | KeyBank Foundation Rachel & Tom Maniatis Carolyn & Dick McGoldrick Bob Nanovic Barbara & David Roux Olympia Snowe & John McKernan TD Bank | TD Charitable Foundation The Harold Alfond® Foundation MEMIC Unum WEX
IN MEMORY OF LIZ NANOVIC The Institute remembers Liz as a beloved friend, inspiring role model, and steadfast supporter — whose life was guided by the values of education, connection, and mentoring.
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2025 DONORS The Institute is deeply THANKFUL to our Community Partners, whose substantial and continued support makes our mission possible. CHANGEMAKERS CIRCLE $50,000 and Beyond Ann & Rick Bresnahan Burns Family Foundation* Bob Nanovic Unum* VISIONARIES CIRCLE $15,000 – $49,999 Anonymous Kenden Alfond Bridge to Work Foundation Davis Family Foundation Hannaford Supermarkets InterMed John T. Gorman Foundation Meredith Jones, OLA ‘25 Kennebec Savings Bank KeyBank | KeyBank Foundation L.L.Bean Rachel & Tom Maniatis Marr-Anderson Family Foundation MEMIC* Jenny & Row Moriarty P&G Fund of the Greater Cincinnati Foundation Peter Alfond Foundation Seth Sprague Educational & Charitable Foundation Kari Sides Suva & Bob Suva Olympia Snowe & John McKernan Spectrum Healthcare Partners Systems Engineering TD Charitable Foundation The Betterment Fund The Katie McGrath & J.J. Abrams Foundation WEX INNOVATORS CIRCLE $5,000 - $14,999 Allagash Brewing Company Annie Drew, OLA ‘23* Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Bangor Savings Bank Bank of America Charitable Foundation Bates College Birchbrook* Bowdoin College Camden National Bank Central Maine Power Company Colby College cPort Credit Union Dead River Company Julie DiNapoli Denise & Mike Dubyak Edward H. Daveis Benevolent Fund Elise Kiely, OLA ‘25 & Neil Kiely
Elizabeth Ann Leach Charitable Trust Susan & David Duncan IDEXX Laboratories Katie Fullam Harris* General Dynamics | Bath Iron Works Judy Glickman Lauder Lisa Gorman Harvard Pilgrim Health Care* Rebecca & Aaron Hatfield Liz Hilpman Robin Hodgskin, OLA ‘18 & Art Bell** Renee Lewis M&T Charitable Foundation Machias Savings Bank* Maine Trust For Local News MaineHealth* Margaret W. Soule Charitable Trust Martindale Family Foundation Cynthia McFadden* Linda & Clement McGillicuddy Mimi Foundation Caroline Morong Cindy & Cuyler Morris Susan V. Morris Nellie Mae Education Foundation Meryl Nierman, OLA ‘23 ‘27 Rachel Nixon Old Bug Light Charitable Foundation Cary Olson Cartwright, OLA ’18 ’20 ‘23 Andy Patstone, OLA ’21 ‘24 & Todd Patstone Red Thread Reny Charitable Foundation Jana Rich & Jill Nash Michelle & Valentine Sheldon Sibley-Saltonstall Charitable Foundation Skowhegan Savings Bank Smith Family Foundation Oliver Smith Nonie & John Sullivan The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation The Portland Maine Branch of Morgan Stanley Versant Power Jean Wilson & John Roberts LEADERS CIRCLE $2,500 - $4,999 Lori & Peter Anastos Back Cove Financial Baker Newman Noyes* Erin & Travis Barry Beauty Mark Company Bernstein Shur Sheri Boulos Brannen CPA Services* Sandy & Sissy Buck Butler Bros. Industrial Supply Patti & Pat Butler Sue & Bill Caron Clark Insurance ClearH2O Coffee By Design Mary Copeland, OLA ‘26 Davenport Trust Fund Wiley Davi
Drummond Woodsum Epstein Properties First National Bank Erica Forbes Franklin Savings Bank Carol Fremont-Smith Linda & Mickey Greene Penny Harris Mary Herman Jennifer & Jay Hood HM Payson Lynn & Stuart Janney Nancy & Sam Ladd Betsy & Caleb Lawrence Lebel & Harriman JoAnn Leon, OLA ’20 ‘23** Maine Community Bank* Martin’s Point Health Care* Liz Martinez Mascoma Bank Margaret E. Burnham Charitable Trust Christina & John McAnuff** Marie McCarthy & Jennifer McNulty MMG Insurance* Bob Moore New England Cancer Specialists Northeast Bank Northeast Packaging Company* Northern Light Health Norway Savings Bank* Pierce Atwood, LLP Hilary Rapkin & Will Stiles RLC Engineering Melissa & Matt Rubel Sebago Technics Deanna Sherman Heather Shields Slalom Jamie Somes, OLA ‘25 Heather Stephens Karen Stram Sandra Stone SMRT Architects & Engineers Summit Utilities The Boulos Company The County Federal Credit Union Two Lights Settlement Services Verrill* Kathy Vignos Walmart Wipfli CPAs and Consultants* Phoebe & Jim Whipple CATALYSTS CIRCLE $1,000 – $2,499 Elizabeth & Doug Andrews Paul Andrews & Zach Scrutchfield Artemis Gallery Karen & John Baldacci Bar Harbor Bank & Trust Bath Savings Institution Katie Bell BerryDunn Bickford Pond Fund Heather Blease Jim Brady Lynn Breckinridge & John Fitzsimmons Lisa Buck Sarah Calder John Castellani
Chocolats Passion Lynn Cianchette & Michael Ames Shannon Coombs, OLA ‘21 ‘24 Denise Condon, OLA ’26 & Chris Condon Cornerstone Financial Planning Stephanie Cotsirilos Credere Associates, LLC Jessie Davis & Daniel Bookham Stacey Dietsch, OLA ‘26 Edward H. Daveis Benevolent Fund Edward Jones | April Caron Maria Ferral First Federal Savings & Loan Heidi & David Fitz Florence V. Burden Foundation Barbara Franklin Charlotte Fullam Brenda Garrand Geiger Idella Glenn, OLA ‘26 Cyndi & Juan Gonzalez Rosemary & Peter Goranites Vicki Gordan, OLA ’20 ’23 ’28 & Scott Gordan Maureen Gorman Grow Your Knowing Quincy Hentzel Houlton Rotary Club Julie & Jim Jackson Meredith Johnson Sadler Katahdin Trust Company Knickerbocker Group Donna & Greg Knowlton Kristen Knupp Michelle Kydd Wendy & Michael Laidlaw Nancy Laite, OLA ‘19 & Chip Laite Ken Lambrecht & Ken Stein Catherine Lamson, OLA ‘18 Kimberly & Adam Levy LeBlanc Diggins Liberty Mutual LG&H* Mad Gab’s Mary Allen Lindemann Katy Longley* Maine Beer Company Maine Community College System Melissa Marcaurelle Jean Mattimore Linda McBrierty Barbara McManus Zach Means Phoebe & Dee Megna Sharon & Dan Miller Moody’s Co-Worker Owned Kristy Morse, OLA ’22 ‘25 & Alisa Morton, OLA ‘25 Andrea & Marshall Murphy Heidi & Kevin Naughton Diane Nichols, OLA ‘27 O&P Glass Old Port Advisors Irene & Jeffery Oldfield Anne Oliviero Michele & Matt Orne Amy Parker Donna & John Park Public Interest Registry Pulp+Wire Puritan Medical Products Co. Rinck Advertising
Elaine Runyon, OLA ‘19 Saco & Biddeford Savings* Betsy Saltonstall Nichola Samponaro & Alex Kasser Dennis & Maureen Ryan Mandy Schumaker & Ted O’Meara Rhonda Senger, OLA ’25 & Peter Senger Mary Shea Danielle Snow Spinnaker Trust Karen Stanley, OLA ‘26 Starboard Leadership Consulting Sylvia Stevens & Fredric Williams Betsey Timm & Ken Gray* UBS Vermont Mutual Insurance Group Giving Fund Alicia Walsh, OLA ‘21 Kathleen Welter, OLA ’22 ‘25 West Bay Rotary Maria Weymouth Woodard & Curran Woodside Foundation Micca & Ben Wooten ADVOCATES CIRCLE $500 - $999 Connie & Art Batson Maria & Jim Brignall Coastal Landscaping Janet & Bill Cross Jean Deighan Jacqueline Edmondson Moya Elliot Rae & David Evans FHC, Inc.* Heather & Linden Frederick Kay Gibson Judith Gleason Henley Leadership Group Alissa Hessler Elizabeth & Robert Howell Kennebunk Savings Bank Jana Lapoint Carolyn Latti & Jack Milmoe Dorie Lawson Diane Lebson, OLA ‘22 & Eric Lebson Kathie Leonard Kass Longley-Leahy, OLA ‘19 ‘22 Maine Community Foundation Joan Matheson McCrea Coaching McLeod | Ascanio Margaret Moremen New England Specialty Stone Triona O’Connor Cindy O’Rourke, OLA ‘21 & Jim O’Rourke Cynthia Oldfield Irene Oldfield Kathryn Olmstead Rebecca Recor Kim Russell, OLA ‘19 Mary Saltonstall & John Hanson Joan Sarles & Robert Herold Drew Sigfridson Barbara Silber Lamont Lois Skillings Gary Smith
Tamara St Claire Susan Bartlett Rice Studio Susannah Swihart & Karl Turner The Sunrise Fund Kelly Warsky** & Jordan Warsky Stuart Watson Widgeon Point Charitable Foundation FRIENDS CIRCLE Up to $499 Debra Abbondanza, OLA ’22 ‘25 Amy & Steve Abbott Judy & John Adelman Allen Insurance Amica Companies Foundation Cadance Andrick, OL ‘22 Sally & William Arata John Atwood Nicole Avery Suze Baack-Dyke, OLA ’20 ‘23 ‘26 ** Lily Bailey, OL ‘23 Whitney Ball Bar Harbor Savings & Loan Betsy Barrett Katrina Belle Richard Benoit Harrielle Bernard, OL ‘20 Evelyn Bilodeau, OL ‘18 Molly Bogart, OLA ‘28 Scout Bookham, OL ‘25 Julie Bourgoin Thomas Boyer Leah Bradstreet, OL ‘20 Emma Brearly, OL ‘21 Alison & Steve Bromski Abbie Brown Mary Budd Micayla Budd, OL ‘25 Nadya Buffum, OL ‘20** Jenna Burton, OL ‘18 & OLA ‘26 Christine Byrne Alice Carter Avva Cassidy, OL ‘25 Jessie Cassidy Beppie Weintz Cerf Laura Chandler Si Ting Chen, OL ‘23 Mary Chomas Carolyn & Peter Cianchette Susan Clary, OLA ‘28 Liza Cohen Anna Coleman, OL ‘20 & OLA ‘27 Christina Consigli Misty Coolidge Lauren Cornelio, OL ‘18 Liz Cotter Schlax Lindsey Cross, OL ‘18 Kaitlyn Cunningham Morse Holly Cutler, OL ‘21 Maggie Dallaire, OL ‘20 Katie Dallaire, OL ‘24 Alicia Danielson Laura Davenport Clare Davitt Lindsey Dawn Lianna Dellatorre Melissa Denbow, OLA ‘20 Vesper-Arlo Desjardins, OL ‘21 Beth DeTine Renee Detremble, OL ‘21 Michelle Devereaux
2025 ANNUAL REP ORT
Jo Doudis Jennifer Drouin Anna Dugal Dasani Dupree, OL ‘24 Suzannah Edwards, OL ‘24 Melissa Elliotte, OLA ‘28 Derrick Elmes Kate Elmes** Kendra Emery F.A. Peabody Insurance Kelly Feirtag & Matthew Rector F.L. Putnam Investment Management Company Patricia Foden, OLA ‘24 Grace Fitzjurls, OL ‘20 Rebecca Flanagan Florida Trust Company Michelle Fong G&E Roofing Co Linda & David Gallick Cynthia Gargas Megan Garratt-Reed Megan Gean-Gendron Linda Geoffrion Karen Geraghty Leo Eli Goddard, OL ‘20 Mollie Goldenberg Cherie & Jared Goranites Karen Graham Betty Ann Grant Jim Grasky Ruth Griffith, OL ‘22 Susan Gross Gabriella Guiod, OL ‘19 Merna & Joseph Guttentag Emily Haddad Ralph Harder Carol & David Hastings Dr. Jason Harkins Dawn Hatch Katie Hawkins Vail, OLA ‘27 Rylee Heal, OL ‘25 Amber Heffner Cosby, OLA 21 ‘25 Iris Hennin, OL ‘22 Haley Hersey, OL ‘20 Shanoah Hill Worster, OL ‘20 Ezra Holt, OL ‘24 Karen Holyoke, OLA ‘28 Jean Hoffman Ayumi & Chloe Horie Katherine Hunt, OLA ‘26 Elinor Hunt Robbins, OL ‘19 Sarah Hunter Tom Hyndman IHG Kristen Ismail Bethany Jack Emma Jacques, OL ‘18 Jacynthe Jacques Karen Johnston MaryEllen Joseph Aubrey Kachnovich, OL ‘24 Susan Kendall Meredith Kennedy & Zane Shatzer Kettle Cove Fitness Catherine King Jenna King Kristy Kilfoyle Miranda Kramer Eleanor & Peter Kuniholm Celine Kuhn Kaitlin LaCasse, OLA ‘23
BUILDING A CULTURE
OF GIVING BACK The Institute’s first Alum Giving Challenge was a powerful success, surpassing our goal and unlocking a generous matching gift. This milestone marks a meaningful full-circle moment; graduates have begun investing in the next generation of Olympia’s Leaders.
9% of Alums are already donors
Contributions come from every class since 2018
100% of the Alum Council gives
Dru Laduke Aubrey Lagerbom, OL ‘21 Cathy Landau-Painter, OLA ‘21 Anne LeBossiere Cynthia Leonard, OLA ‘26** Betsy Levenson Abbe Levin, OLA ’21 ‘24 Maria Libby Gillian Lindsay Giovanna Lockhart Laura Lommler Helen Lonegan Mel Lovering, OLA ‘28 Nathaniel Lord Hailee Lyons, OL ‘25 Leah Macleod, OLA ‘20 Ava MacMahan, OL ‘25 Ellie MacMillan, OL ‘20 Fran Mardjetko Andree Martin Miranda Maung, OL ‘24 Pamela Maus Amy McNaughton Means Wealth Management Kathleen Meil Mendall Financial Group Catherine Menyhart Kathryn Michael Ann Miller, OLA ‘25 Charli Misra, OL ‘19 Katie Moran Chip Morrison Caroline Mosca, OL ‘20 Matt Mullen Clare Mundell Denise Needham Holly Nelson The Nelson Family Marva Nesbit Deb Neuman Noontime Rotary Club of Ellsworth Tara O’Donovan, OL ‘19 Katherine O’Hare Hannah Oliver, OL ‘20
Mercedes Owen, OL ‘23 Kendra Overlock Colin Page Amy & Jim Parker Patricia Parker Dianne Paton, OLA ‘28 Clare Payne Annabelle Pendleton, OL ‘20 Peggy Pennoyer PEO Sisterhood Chapter B-ME Lizzie Phillips, OL ‘20 Kaitlyn Phillips Susan Pierce Pledgeling Foundation Nicole Pomeroy Ellen Pope Marybeth Poulin Jessamine Pottle Anne Pringle Sarah Quirk Julie Rabinowitz, OLA ‘24 Mark Rains Lily Ranco, OL ‘22 Lenore Rapkin Eliza Rauscher Realty of Maine RJ Reboquio, OL ‘19 Matthew Rector Mikayla Reynolds, OL ‘19 Isabella Robishaw, OL ‘19 Jillian Rombalski, OL ‘18 & OLA ‘25 Valerie Rooney Sarah Ruef-Lindquist Kristin Ryan Liz Ryan Marisa Ryan Piper Sanders, OL ‘25 Courtney Sargent, OL ‘20 Stephanie Schaeffer Sarah Schechter Mandy Schumaker Kristine Selleck David Sewall Mark Sherburne
Willow Sherwood, OLA ‘24 Shelly & Brian Shibles Jennifer Shurman Jennifer Skyes Danielle Slinger, OL ‘20 Christopher Smith Julie Smyth Judith Sobol Tessa Solomon, OL ‘19** Vanja Somerville Mary Sotirhos-Kavney Carmela Soto, OLA ‘24 Bill Southwick Anne Springer, OLA ’25 ‘28 Sarah Spizzuoco, OL ‘19 Jamie St. Pierre, OLA ’24 ‘27 Paula Stass Irene & Paul Steltzer Lucia Stone, OL ‘21 Meredith Strang Burgess Emily Tilton Nancy Truluck Laura Turner, OLA ‘25 Caitlin Ulmer, OL ‘18 Matt Walsh Edward Walworth Carol Warren Margie & Peter Webster Alexandra & Michael Weiner Leilani Welsh, OL ‘25 Karis Wentzel, OL ‘18 Ann Marie & John Weston Brynne Whitney, OLA ’24 ‘27 Wildwood Oyster Company Emilia Wilkins, OL ‘24 Daniel Willett Sadie Winters, OL ‘18 Debbie Woodbury, OLA ’27 & Dick Woodbury Carol Worcester Rachel Young * Denotes Commitment to Multi-Year Donation ** Denotes a Recurring Gift
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HILARY RAPKIN OLA, Portland ’21
CHAMPIONS COUNCIL
Former Chief Legal Officer, WEX
IN MEMORY OF
Chairwoman, Board of Directors, MEMIC
SUSANNE BOGART
(Molly Bogart)
SENATOR MARGARET CHASE SMITH
Board Member, United Way of Southern Maine In 2025, the Institute was awarded the inaugural Hilary Rapkin Community Impact Grant, a $25,000 award established by Community Partner WEX in honor of Hilary Rapkin, who retired as Chief Legal Officer in 2024 after nearly 30 years of exceptional leadership. Hilary has championed the Institute since its founding, as an individual donor and OLA to Portland High School’s Class of 2021. WEX’s partnership runs equally deep through philanthropy and volunteer leadership. Together, Hilary and WEX embody what it means to invest in the next generation, and this grant is proof of that commitment.
“As a retired female executive, I know first-hand how important it is to have the confidence to use your voice, stay grounded in your values, and lead with a clear vision. That’s why I am deeply committed to the Institute. The program helps young women discover who they are, what they stand for, and how they can lead with purpose — cultivating the next generation of leaders and change agents who will make a meaningful difference in the world and shape a better future.”
DR. PHYLIDIA KU-RUTH President & Internist, InterMed Host, Open House for Alums
“Olympia’s Leaders (OLs) brought such curiosity and drive to their time at InterMed. When young people have the chance to meet professionals and see real pathways in healthcare, it sparks a sense of possibility that strengthens both their futures and the future of care in Maine. We are honored to partner with the Institute and to help support OLs as they imagine what’s possible in their careers.”
FOUNDERS
TRIBUTE GIFTS
(Mark Rains)
ERIC OLSON
(Cary Olson Cartwright)
SUE PIERCE
(Tessa Solomon)
LYNNE SILKMAN
ALAN F. CARTWRIGHT
WITH DEEP GRATITUDE TO NEIL KIELY AND OLIVER SMITH The Institute is grateful to Neil and Oliver for their vision and leadership in co‑chairing the launch of the Institute’s Champions Council. As trusted leaders and dedicated supporters, Neil and Oliver helped bring together senior executives from across Maine — lending their voices, networks, and credibility to a shared belief: that investing in young women is essential to Maine’s future. With their partnership, the Institute is better positioned to deepen relationships with employers, understand evolving workforce needs, and prepare OLs and Alums for meaningful careers in Maine. Their commitment exemplifies the leadership required to build lasting opportunity and a positive and enduring impact throughout the state.
A long-time Institute supporter and spouse of the Institute’s Board Chair, Cary Olson Cartwright (Michelle Boucher, Wendy & Winfield Brown, Christina Consigli, Renee Daniels, Greenville Consolidated School, Sally Johnson & William Foley, Sharon & Dan Miller, Julie Smyth, Jenna King, Katherine O’Hare, Institute Board of Directors, Institute Staff, Kathleen Patterson, Olympia Snowe & John McKernan) The Institute remembers Alan with sincere appreciation and admiration. His belief in uplifting women leaders began at home, by constantly cheering on Cary’s endeavors, and continued with his engagement and generosity with the Institute. The gifts directed in his memory create a lasting tribute that carries his selflessness and generosity forward.
(Sharon Y. Miller, Kim Russell)
BERET SKORPEN-TIFFT
(Laura Davenport)
BRIGADIER GENERAL RICHARD TUTTLE
(Kim Russell)
IN HONOR OF KENDEN ALFOND
(The Henley Leadership Group)
ELIZABETH ANDREWS
(Judith Sobol)
ERIN BARRY
(Zach Means, Melissa Moffett Denbow)
MOLLY BOGART
(Katie Fullam Harris)
TIMI CARTER
(Alice Carter, Valerie A Rooney)
BARBARA CHANDLER
(Robin L. Hodgskin)
MARY COPELAND
(Elise Kiely, Matt Mullen)
KRISTA DANIEL
(Laura Turner)
ELEANOR DORR
(Derrick Elmes)
GIOVANNA G. LOCKHART & LUCAS IVES
(Katie Fullam Harris, Heather Shields)
SARA GAGNE-HOLMES
(Katie Fullam Harris)
SARAH HALPIN
(Christine Byrne)
KATIE FULLAM HARRIS
(Karen Geraghty, Giovanna G. Lockhart)
ROBIN HODGSKIN
(The Portland Maine Branch of Morgan Stanley)
INSTITUTE ALUMS
(Cary Olson Cartwright)
GEORGIA CHOMAS A long-time Institute supporter and cherished cousin of Senator Snowe (Paul Andrews & Zachary Scrutchfield, Paula & Lewis Brickates, Thomas Boyer, Maria & Jim Brignall, Michele Devereaux, Laura Dinu, Jo Doudis, Florida Trust Co., Linda & David Gallick, Cynthia Gargas, Cherie & Jared Goranites, Ralph Harder, IHG Hotel & Resorts, Institute Staff, Susan Kendall, Helen Lonegan, Sharon & Dan Miller, Charles Morrison, Cary Olson Cartwright, Marybeth Poulin, Anne Pringle, Kim Russell, Mandy Schumaker & Edward S. O’Meara, Mark Sherburne, Olympia Snowe & John McKernan, Vanja Somerville, Mary Sotirhos-Kavney, Paula Stass, Irene & Paul Steltzer, The Nelson Family, Alexandra & Michael Weiner) The Institute will forever honor Georgia as a treasured friend and extraordinary example of leadership and service. She lived with deep devotion to her faith, family, community, and the advancement of women. Georgia’s legacy will live on through Olympia, her daughters, Mary and Thea, and those lucky enough to have met her through the Institute events she attended each year.
KRISTINA JENKINS
(Kim Russell)
MEREDITH JONES & DANA MURCH
(Ellen Pope)
JUDITH KNUPP
(Kristen Knupp)
BETH LABOSSIERE
(Anne Labossiere)
DIANE LEBSON
(Public Interest Registry)
CHRISTINA MCANUFF
(Katie Fullam Harris)
BECKY MCKINNELL
(Mollie Goldenberg)
GOVERNOR JANET MILLS
(Matthew Rector)
LISE PÉPIN-BLAIS
(Jacynthe Jacques)
HILARY RAPKIN
(Lenore Rapkin, WEX)
DEBORAH RE
(Jennifer Drouin)
ANNA SMYTH
(Dru Laduke)
TESSA SOLOMON
(Susan Pierce)
LOGAN TRULUCK
(Nancy Truluck)
JULIA VAN STEENBERGHE
(Matt Mullen)
MARIA WEYMOUTH
(Meredith Johnson Sadler)
Olympia’s Leaders and Alums at InterMed Open House
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Acadia Insurance Albin, Randall & Bennett Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Maine Helaine & Jonathan Ayers Eleanor Baker Baker Newman Noyes Bangor Savings Bank Lily Bentas BerryDunn BorgWarner Foundation Joseph Boulos Sheri Boulos Ann & Richard Bresnahan Leonore & Joseph Bujold Karen & William Burke Sara Burns Jennifer & Lucas Caron Susan & William Caron Deborah Carstens Central Maine Healthcare Central Maine Power Company CIEE: Council on International Educational Exchange Alyson & Christopher Claudio Community Pharmacies, LP Maddy Corson* Cynthia Crocker* Gale Davis Dead River Company Theresa Desfosses Diversified Communications Denise & Michael Dubyak Sunny Dupree Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems Marybeth & Christopher Emmons Epstein Properties Eugenie Francine & Brian Noyes Carol & Paul Fremont-Smith Anne Galyean Geiger Janet & Michael* Genest Andrea Gordon Peter Gore Gorham Savings Bank Lisa & Leon* Gorman Andrew Greene Sibyl Haley Sarah Halpin CFP® Penny Harris Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Michelle Hood Sherry Huber* Lynn* & Stuart Janney Jobs for Maine’s Graduates John T. Gorman Foundation Mary & Peter Kalikow KeyBank David* & Patricia* Knudsen Sterling Kozlowski* Lucy & William LaCasse Nancy & Sam Ladd Carla & Danny Lafayette Lafayette Hotels/Holiday Inn By The Bay Nancy & Parker Laite Lebel & Harriman Kathie Leonard Lewiston Sun Journal Mary Allen Lindemann Anne Littlefield L.L.Bean Maine Beverage Association
Maine Medical Center MaineHealth Maple Way Dental Care Masthead Maine Paula Marcus-Platz & Thomas Platz Elizabeth Martinez Martin’s Point Health Care, Inc. Jean Mattimore Linda & Clement McGillicuddy Carolyn & Richard McGoldrick MEMIC Sharon & Dan Miller Phoebe Milliken* Stephen Milliken Karen & Barry Mills Pam Wheeler Mitchell Mitchell Tardy Jackson Moody’s Co-Worker Owned Carolyn* & Robert Moore Elizabeth* & Robert Nanovic Andy Nixon Norman, Hanson & DeTroy LLC Norway Savings Bank Jane & Richard Petersen Pierce Atwood, LLP Katherine Pope Portland Maine Branch of Morgan Stanley Joanne & Rice Powell Preti Flaherty Jean & Larry* Pugh Purdue University Global Karen & Kevin Raye Barbara & David Roux Kim Russell Margaret & William Ryan Mandy Schumaker & Ted O’Meara David Shaw Deanna Sherman Paula Silsby Shipyard Brewing Company Melissa Smith & Brian Corcoran Olympia Snowe & John McKernan Spectrum Spinnaker Trust Erica Spyropoulos Mariyana Spyropoulos St. Mary’s Health System Karen Stram Eleanor & John Sullivan Kari & Robert Suva Susannah Swihart & Karl Turner Cynthia & Robert* Taylor TD Bank, N.A. The Boulos Company The Heather Foundation The P&G Fund of the Greater Cincinnati Foundation The Reny Charitable Foundation The Wescustogo Foundation James Tobin United Insurance Unum J. Cody van Heerden* Kathy Vignos Verrill WEX Lisa Whited Diane Wilsey Wipfli CPAs and Consultants Noelle Wolf Amy Woodhouse & Tobey Scott *Founders in Memoriam
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THE FINANCES
REVENUE
2024 TOTAL
2025 TOTAL
$447,104 $350,114 $604,179 $53,387
$451,452 $840,883 $546,374 $62,469
$1,454,784
$1,901,178
INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT CORPORATE SUPPORT FOUNDATION SUPPORT IN-KIND CONTRIBUTIONS TOTAL PUBLIC SUPPORT: OPERATING EXPENSES PROGRAM EXPENSES
$894,731
$997,969
FUNDRAISING EXPENSES ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES
$356,035 $170,111
$416,369 $140,854
TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSES:
$1,420,877
$1,555,192
REVENUE AFTER EXPENSES:
$33,907
$345,986
NET GAIN ON INVESTMENTS:
$843,504
$1,170,919
$8,882,903
$10,399,808
While inflation continued to affect operating expenses, thoughtful investments in infrastructure allowed the Institute to expand program activities and grow its impact. Program costs increased in 2025, as more than 500 Olympia’s Leaders (OLs) and 1,030 Alums (a 17.8% increase) are now supported. Fundraising costs grew with the size of the Institute’s network — which reached nearly 600 donors in 2025.
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With a net operating surplus and strong investment performance, the Institute increased its year-end net assets by 17.1%. This financial position ensures long-term sustainability as the Institute works to build a powerful foundation for continued program delivery and growth.
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The Institute met its FY25 fundraising target. Corporate giving was the most significant area of growth, reaching an all-time high. Individual support and in-kind contributions also rose, demonstrating broad and deepening engagement across our community of supporters.
FUNDRAISING:
At the same time, administrative expenses decreased, underscoring a continued commitment to operational efficiency. Strategic investments have enabled the Institute to continue growing while keeping the program free for all OLs and Partner Schools.
30.7% FOUNDATIONS
STEWARDING RESOURCES FOR LONG-TERM SUCCESS
41.5%
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TOGETHER, WE’RE MAKING A SIGNIFICANT DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF OUR FUTURE LEADERS: MAINE’S EXTRAORDINARY YOUNG WOMEN!
STAFF:
Alison Bromski
Kate Elmes
Jim Grasky
Bethany Jack
Christina McAnuff
Rizzajem Reboquio
Kristin Ryan
Tessa Solomon
Kelly Warsky
Associate Director of Community & Communications
Director of Philanthropy
Director of Finance & Operations
Administrative Specialist
Executive Director
Alum Relations & Data Specialist
Program Director
Development Specialist
Director of Stakeholder Engagement & Alum Relations
OLYMPIA’S LEADER ‘19
— The Honorable Olympia J. Snowe
OLYMPIA’S LEADER ‘19
FOUNDING BOARD OF DIRECTORS Olympia Snowe Jean Mattimore Sharon Miller Karen Raye Ann Robinson Kim Russell Karen Stram 2025 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Olympia Snowe, Founder & Honorary Chair Cary Olson Cartwright, Chair Renee Lewis, Treasurer Catherine Lamson, Secretary Kenden Alfond Erin Barry Annie Drew Dr. Idella Glenn Katie Fullam Harris Quincy Hentzel Robin Hodgskin JoAnn Leon Melissa Marcaurelle Marie McCarthy Jana Rich Rhonda Senger Heather Shields Kari Sides Suva Alicia Walsh The Institute extends deep gratitude to Jill Nash for her exceptional strategic support throughout 2025.
2025 DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Katie Fullam Harris, Chair Catherine Lamson Diane Lebson Renee Lewis, Individual Chair Rhonda Senger, Corporate Chair Heather Shields Bev Uhlenhake Maria Weymouth Emma Wilson With profound appreciation, the Institute recognizes Kristina Jenkins for her transformative leadership during her tenure as Director of Development from 2016 to 2025. 2025 ANNUAL REP ORT
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OLYMPIA’S VISIONARIES
The Institute is proud to recognize individuals whose estate commitments reflect extraordinary vision, generosity, and belief in the enduring power of investing in the next generation. KATIE FULLAM HARRIS JANA RICH & JILL NASH OLYMPIA SNOWE & JOHN MCKERNAN CARY OLSON CARTWRIGHT For more information about how a legacy gift can shape the future for Maine’s young women, or if you have already included the Institute in your estate plans, please contact philanthropy@oswli.org.
KATIE FULLAM HARRIS
Chief Government Affairs Officer, MaineHealth Member, OSWLI Board of Directors Member, Olympia’s Visionaries Legacy Society
“As a lifelong rural Mainer, I immediately embraced the Institute’s mission. Its evidence-based curriculum fills a vital gap for Maine girls, and I’m honored to serve on the Board and witness firsthand the Institute’s powerful impact on participants’ aspirations. The program’s success depends on the talents and resources of many — and by including the Institute in my estate plans, I help ensure this proven model continues to support Olympia’s Leaders for generations to come.”
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