We are excited to announce the appointment of six new members to our volunteer Board of Directors: Sue Doliner, Brian O’Coin, Kerry Peabody, Wes Ridlon, Megan Walton, and David Gowen. These talented individuals bring a wealth of experience in healthcare, finance, nonprofit leadership, and community engagement, all of which will play a key role in shaping the future of Piper Shores.
A Board Dedicated to Leadership and Service
The Piper Shores Board of Directors is composed of dedicated volunteers from diverse professional backgrounds who contribute their expertise to guide the organization’s growth and development. Board changes occur annually, and this year, we extend our deepest gratitude to outgoing board members Nancy Magee, Kim Donnelly, and Jonathan Roderick for their years of dedicated service. Additionally, Nancy Magee, who previously served as Board Secretary, will be succeeded in this role by Stephen Brooks.
“We are thrilled to welcome Sue, Brian, Kerry, Wes, Megan, and Dave to the Board of Directors,” said Philip Jean, CEO of Piper Shores. “Their expertise and leadership will help us continue providing top-tier services and expanding our offers to better serve our residents. We are confident that their impact will be significant as we look toward the future.”
Meet Our New Board Members
Each of our new board members brings unique strengths and a deep commitment to the Piper Shores community:
Sue Doliner
A leader in healthcare philanthropy, Sue has over 30 years of experience and has raised nearly half a billion dollars through donor-centered initiatives. She is a Fellow of the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (FAHP) and received the prestigious Harold J. (Si) Seymour Award in 2014. She resides in Cape Elizabeth, Maine.
Brian O’Coin
Brian serves as Senior Vice President and Commercial Market Manager at Maine Community Bank. With over 20 years of experience in commercial lending, he advocates for small businesses and affordable housing initiatives. He holds a B.A. in Economics from the University of Maine and lives in Falmouth.
Kerry Peabody
Kerry has more than 23 years of expertise in long-term care planning at MMA/Clark Insurance. A U.S. Air Force veteran, he is an active volunteer with Vet2Vet Maine and serves on local boards, including the Southern Maine Agency on Aging’s Money Minders. Kerry is passionate about scouting and community service.
Wes Ridlon
Wes is the Assistant Vice President of Absence Operations at UNUM and has extensive leadership experience dating back to 2006. He also coaches varsity baseball at Scarborough High School. Wes holds a B.A. from Bowdoin College and is dedicated to community service and senior care.
Megan Walton
As CEO of the Southern Maine Agency on Aging (SMAA), Megan leads efforts to address issues such as food insecurity and social isolation among older adults. She previously served as COO of Amara, a Seattle nonprofit. Megan holds a B.A. from Middlebury College and an MBA from Seattle University.
David Gowen
Dave recently retired after a 40-year career in public accounting, including 33 years as a partner at Gowen, Sawyer & Company. He has been a CPA since 1986 and has served in leadership roles for numerous nonprofits over the past 35 years. A lifelong Westbrook resident, Dave holds a B.S. in Accounting from the University of Southern Maine.
Looking Ahead
With these new appointments, Piper Shores is well-positioned to continue enhancing our services, expanding our community, and ensuring that our residents receive the highest level of care and support. Our Board of Directors plays a vital role in this work, and we are excited to see how the collective expertise of our new members will shape our future.