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The AMHC board of directors plays a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction and initiatives of the organization. Comprised of dedicated individuals who reside and actively engage within the counties served by AMHC, the members bring a wealth of firsthand knowledge and insight into the unique needs and challenges faced by community members. They serve as advisors to the Chief Executive Officer and leadership team, offering guidance on programs, policies, and initiatives. By fostering a collaborative partnership between board members and organizational leadership, AMHC ensures that its efforts are relevant and responsive to the communities it serves.
Chair
Traci Peabody, RN
Chief Nursing Officer, Houlton Regional Hospital
Houlton, Maine
Vice Chair
Timothy Vernon
Businessman (retired), Presque Isle, Maine
Other Members
Tanya Sleeper, RN
Assistant Professor of Nursing, University of Maine at Fort Kent
Caribou, Maine
Richard Marston
Businessman (retired), St. Agatha, Maine
Peter Sirois
Businessman (retired), Fort Kent, Maine
Shawn Babin
Human Resources Manager, Twin Rivers Paper Company
Madawaska, Maine
Cheryl Robbins
Transportation Director, Downeast Community Partners
Ellsworth, Maine
Joshua Grass
Educator, Calais School Department
Calais, Maine
Greg Disy
Businessman, Social Worker (retired)
Caribou, Maine
Chris Hayes
Chief, Presque Isle Police Department
Presque Isle, Maine
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