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| Penobscot Bay YMCA Staff Sandy Bodamer Fitness Director Sandy moved to Camden over 13 years ago from Pittsburgh, PA. to be close to her family. There was a need for exercise instructors at the Camden YMCA so she volunteered to teach a class which evolved into her current position as Fitness Director. In this position Sandy oversees supervision and administration of the fitness Department with an emphasis on group exercise classes. Sandy says she feels she is a versatile "team player" that can tackle many roles while continuing to build a strong sense of community in both adult and active older adult fitness. In her "spare" time Sandy is a part-time caterer, event planner and enjoys culinary challenges. Her hobbies include reading, painting and obviously fitness! She is a single parent with two young adults, Lindsey and Justin. Justin serves in the United States Army. Sandy lives in Rockland. Sandy graduated from Fairview High School, Fairview, PA in 1972 and attended Westminster College in New Wilmington, PA. With Penobscot Bay YMCA since 1995 Jen Curtis Aquatics Director Jen is the ideal person to oversee all the Y's Aquatics programs. She not only enjoys being around people of all ages, but she spent 5 consecutive summers starting in 1999 involved with the Y's camping programs, during which time she also taught at Boothbay and at John Bapst Memorial High School. Her love of working with students outside the classroom led her to be involved with Varsity Basketball and Soccer, Outing Club, Track and Field, Intramural Indoor Soccer, Girls Science Camp, and Intramural Basketball. Jen grew up in Aroostook County, remaining in the area through her graduation from both Caribou High School and the University of Maine at Presque Isle, where she received a Bachelors of Science degree in Secondary Education with a concentration in Biology. She is currently working on her Masters of Exercise Science degree at the University of Maine, something she knows will help her in her continuing interest in incorporating physical fitness and science in instructing people at the Y. She likes backpacking, alpine and cross- country skiing, snowshoeing, and movies. Jen and Troy are the proud parents of daughter Bailey and son Bryce.. With Penobscot Bay YMCA since 2003 Troy Curtis Executive Director A native of Guilford Maine, Troy has been Executive Director of the Penobscot Bay YMCA since May of 2005. Troy has extensive experience in his field, working previously for the Piscataquis Regional YMCA, prior to relocating to the Midcoast region. He has a bachelor's degree in Recreation and Leisure Services with a minor in Business, certification as YMCA Senior Program Director and the YMCA of the USA Executive Development Institute. He says, "I am extremely proud of what the YMCA has developed into. Program quality is high, services are numerous and the facilities are top notch with staff that work together extremely well to implement the Y's mission." Outside of the Y Troy enjoys officiating basketball and is a member of IAABO Board #111. Most of Troy's family resides in the Guilford area. He and his wife Jen (who is also employed at the YMCA) have a daughter named Bailey and son Bryce. With Penobscot Bay YMCA since 1999 With Piscataquis Regional YMCA 1997 - 1999 Richard Fletcher Facilities Director Dick was born and raised in Hudson, Ohio—in 1968 graduated from Ohio State University and immediately married his high school sweetheart—Jan Hunter. He spent the next three years as an officer in the U.S. Army with a one year tour in Viet Nam. Dick and Jan lived in Virginia for almost 30 years—they raised three children who are grown and still living in Virginia. Dick and Jan’s home in Virginia was a small farm complete with horses, goats, chickens, cats and dogs, plus whatever other creatures the kids were rescuing and raising at the moment. While in Virginia, Dick was in sales and management with a wholesale plumbing company, moved on to mechanical contracting, and then Maintenance Director for the Essex County Public School system. Jan was homemaker and an office manager for a local doctor. In Virginia Dick was active with the school PTA, American Legion, Home Builders Association, county rescue squad, was on various County Boards, and he and Jan were Emergency Foster Care Parents. Jan was also active with the County Extension Group, 4-H, and various School Committees and County Boards. In 1999, Dick and Jan moved to Round Pond, Maine and built on property that has been in Jan’s family for generations—they again have a small ‘farm’ with Icelandic horses—five of them no less. Jan is the ‘horse’ person— Dick’s hobby is doing whatever he can with his Kubota tractor—clear land, fence in pastures, put in roadways, etc., doing whatever he can outside. Prior to accepting the Facilities Director position here at the YMCA, Dick was the Maintenance Director at a nursing home in Waldoboro. Dick feels there can be no better place to work than at a YMCA—particularly this one! With Penobscot Bay YMCA since 2002 Meghan Gustafson Youth and Family Services Assistant Meghan has been working in the YMCA childcare programs since September of 1999. Meghan is currently the Youth and Family Services Assistant, but has also worked as a Camp-A-Homa camp counselor, KinderKIDS Teacher, Y-Care Teacher and Y-Care Co-Head Teacher. Meghan graduated from Plymouth State College in Plymouth New Hampshire with a B.S. in Childhood Studies. Meghan says she "loves listening to children's imagination. I love teaching them new things and the look of accomplishment when they master it. It's very rewarding." Meghan grew up in North Hampton, New Hampshire. She met her husband Todd (originally from Maine) while in college and moved back with him after graduation. Meghan currently lives in Rockland with her husband, two daughters Elayne and Sydney and son, Owen. Meghan's special interests include being a Mom and reading in her spare time. With Penobscot Bay YMCA since 1999 Caitlin Harrington Administrative Assistant Caitlin grew up in Appleton attending local schools, including The University of Maine in Thomaston. After spending 6 years at Northern Kingdom Music she has come to the YMCA as an Administrative Assistant. Her many duties include assisting on different fundraising efforts and accounting functions. Caitlin says she is really excited with all the Y has to offer, especially the after-school programming with the outlying schools. Caitlin and husband Josh have three children- Abbie, JJ and Jacob. In her spare time Caitlin enjoys quilting, coaching youth soccer, helping with Brownies, movies, and cooking with her children. With Penobscot Bay YMCA since 2004 Jill Harrison Membership Associate Information coming soon... Kristine Lerner Human Resources Coordinator Kristine was born and raised in Rochester, New York. After graduating college, she entered a career in banking and real estate development. Shortly after moving to Camden, Kristine joined the YMCA, first as the Finance Director and now as the Human Resources/MIS Coordinator. Over the past 11 years of working at the YMCA, Kristine is especially proud of helping to enhance our information systems. Believe it or not, when she first started our computer system consisted of a single computer tucked away in the basement. Kristine feels that the Y is the perfect place to work, make a contribution to and feel a part of the community. She says, "It's especially a treat when our YMCA children come door-to-door at Halloween." Outside of the Y, Kristine has previously served as Treasurer and Board Member of Peopleplace Cooperative Preschool. She and her husband Brett have two daughters, Caroline and Claire. Their family interests are horseback riding and reading. Brett works at Bank of America and owns the Owl & Turtle with his mother, Carole. With Penobscot Bay YMCA since 1995 George Mueller Development Director George Mueller retired (2005) from the YMCA, with 27 years of professional service, while CEO of the Penobscot Bay YMCA, Rockport, Maine. In 2002 the PBY opened a new $10.9 million facility, which serves a region of 30,000 residents. Other professional affiliations include YMCA’s in New Jersey, Vermont and Maine. A 1972 graduate of Montclair State College (now University) with a Bachelor’s Degree in Health and Physical Education, George completed advanced degree work in Community and Financial Development, as well as achieving Senior Director in the YMCA of the USA. Midway through his career with the YMCA, George and wife Jan operated two country stores in Vermont for a period of 9 years, which enabled him to rehabilitate after a head-on car collision in NJ. Currently, George is co-owner of Midcoast Business Advisors, Inc. and provides counseling services to non-profit organizations throughout New England, which includes the YMCA. As past-chair of the CEO Network of the YMCA Maine Alliance, George continues his service as chair of the Public Policy Committee and Director of Development for the Penobscot Bay YMCA. George, Jan, 3 daughters and their families (8 grandchildren) reside on the Midcoast of Maine – “The Way Life Should Be” With Penobscot Bay YMCA since 1998 With Piscataquis Regional YMCA 1991- 1998 With Somerset Hills YMCA 1979 - 1983 With Montclair YMCA 1971 - 1979 With Ridgewood YMCA 1969 - 1971 Ted Pieri Finance Director Ted joined the Y's staff in 2001 as its new Finance & Administration Director after 20 years of owning Northern Kingdom Music. A native of Boston, he graduated from Northeastern University and Bentley College with degrees in business administration and accounting before moving to Camden in 1977. He and his wife, Lauren, have three children, Christian, Keegan and Moira, who are all interested in sports. Ted enjoys coaching Babe Ruth baseball and Pee Wee Basketball. With Penobscot Bay YMCA since 2001 Sarah Whytock Marketing Coordinator Sarah is one of the many behind-the-scenes friendly faces who can often be seen at the front desk. She loves working at the YMCA and enjoys the relationships she has made with the members. She moved from her native Dixfield, Maine when her husband Chris went to work as a Rockland firefighter EMT-I nine years ago. Her degree in Administrative Management well prepared her for her current job. Sarah and Chris have a daughter - Madeline and a son - Frankie. With Penobscot Bay YMCA since 2000 |
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