Our People


Board of Directors

Sammee Quong, President

Hillary Schultz, Secretary

Chris York, Treasurer 

Ellen Gibson

Tracy Weber

Ted Haskell

Deb Doten

Ryan Martin

Ryan Martin

Executive Director

Bethany Drouin

Bethany Drouin

Office Manager

Lauren Kircheis

Lauren Kircheis

Programs Manager

Harrison Lobb

Harrison Lobb

Environmental Steward

Marcelle Malinky

Marcelle Malinky

Visitor Services

Chris O'Connell

Chris O'Donnell

Maintenance Technician

Our Partners

Partnerships are crucial for the success of Viles Arboretum. By collaborating with like-minded
organizations, we can combine resources, expertise, and networks to amplify our impact and
reach. Our partners enable us to tackle complex challenges more effectively and create
sustainable change in the communities we serve.
Strategic Partners
Organizations aligned with Viles Arboretum's mission, forming formal collaborations to achieve shared objectives and enhance programs, resources, and impact.
Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce
Maine Association of Nonprofits
The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry
Maine Tourism Association
Programmatic Partners
Collaborative organizations working with Viles Arboretum on specific
programs, events, initiatives, or grants; hosting activities, providing expertise, resources, and
support to enhance specific program quality and effectiveness.
FedCo Seeds
ReWild Maine
Wild Seed Project
North Spore
Kennebec Beekeepers Association  
Maine Capitol Area New Mainers
Maine Chapter of the American Chestnut Foundation
The Children’s Discovery Museum of Central Maine
Health Communities of the Capitol Area
Waldo County Soil and Water Conservation District
Woodthrush Wilderness
Maine Primitive Skills School
First Light Wildlife Habitats
Worth It Nature and Forest Therapy Connections
Natural Resource Conservation Service
Major Contributors
Individuals, corporations, or foundations providing significant financial
support to sustain Viles Arboretum's mission, programs, and operations.
Elise and William Viles Foundation
Maine Community Foundation
Kennebec Savings Bank
Maine Initiatives
Lewis J Schafer Community Trust 
Our Business Members

 
 







 

 
 







 
Companies actively supporting Viles Arboretum through membership or
sponsorship programs, contributing to the organization's sustainability, visibility, and
community impact.
Augusta Adult and Community Education
Children's Center
Companion Animal Clinic
E.D. Bessey & Sons
Fedco Trees
G&E Roofing Company
Harvest TIme, Inc.
Kennebec Beekeepers Association
Maine Hosta Society
Maine Stream Therapy
McKee Law, LLC, P.A.
On Track Agility Club of Maine
One Heart Massage Therapy
Robbins Lumber East Baldwin
The Real Estate Learning Group