Our Staff
Friends of Casco Bay is staffed by talented professionals who are passionate about our mission. We are known as a great place to work, in addition to being a great cause for which to volunteer.
Will Everitt, Executive Director
Will stands at the helm of our organization, ensuring that Friends of Casco Bay remains resilient, effective, and mission-driven. Will joined Friends of Casco Bay as our Development Director in 2006 because his values aligned with our community-based approach to environmental stewardship. Prior to working with us, Will worked as an environmental community organizer, helping neighborhood groups and families across New England protect themselves from pollution, sludge spreading, and toxic pesticide spraying. He also worked across the country on environmental and political campaigns in New Jersey, Ohio, Vermont, and Alaska. Will was hired as our Executive Director in 2022.
Will is the person to reach out to if you have a question about our mission, our overall approach to protecting Casco Bay, or our finances. He loves hearing your thoughts and suggestions about our work.
To reach Will, call: (207) 799-8574 or email: willeveritt@cascobay.org.
Ivy Frignoca, Casco Baykeeper
As Casco Baykeeper, Ivy is the lead advocate for Friends of Casco Bay. She is an environmental attorney with expertise in the Clean Water Act and other environmental laws. Ivy has an in-depth knowledge of coastal and watershed issues, including ocean acidification, stormwater, and climate change. A former Senior Attorney with Conservation Law Foundation, her leadership roles in the Maine marine community include: Co-Founder of the Maine Ocean Climate Collaborative, member of the Maine Climate Council’s Coastal and Marine Working Group, and Casco Bay Estuary Partnership executive committee.
Ivy is the person to reach out to if you have general questions about the Bay, you see something on or around the Bay that concerns you, or if you have questions about our Baykeeping efforts.
To reach Casco Baykeeper Ivy Frignoca, call: (207) 831-3067 or email: ifrignoca@cascobay.org.
Susan Bosco, Development Assistant
Susan utilizes her strong organizational skills to maintain meticulous records and track member support. She has over 10 years of experience working in development and administration with Maine nonprofits. Susan was drawn to Friends of Casco Bay because of our work to protect the health of the coastal waters that she calls home.
Susan is the person to reach out to if you would like to update your contact information.
To reach Susan, call: (207) 799-8574 or email: sbosco@cascobay.org.
Mike Doan, Staff Scientist
Mike leads Friends of Casco Bay’s science and research efforts. Mike first joined the organization in 1995 as an intern and water quality volunteer. Hired as a Research Associate in 1998, he is the longest-serving staffer in the organization. Mike oversees our Continuous Monitoring Program, our Season Sampling efforts, our eelgrass bed monitoring, and many other research projects.
Mike is the person to reach out to if you would like to learn more about our science and monitoring efforts or if you would like access to one of our data sets.
To reach Mike, call: (207) 799-8574 or email: mdoan@cascobay.org.
Jeff Fetterer, Bookkeeper
Jeff came to Friends of Casco Bay in 2007 with over 10 years of administrative and development experience with Maine nonprofits. Jeff keeps the financial operations of our office flowing smoothly and efficiently.
Jeff is the person to reach out to if you have questions about invoices and payments.
To reach Jeff, call: (207) 799-8574 or email: jfetterer@cascobay.org.
Sara Freshley, Community Organizer and Volunteer Coordinator
Sara’s passion for Casco Bay and its communities is lifelong. Growing up on the Maine Coast inspired her to earn a bachelor’s degree in marine science, followed by a law degree focused on environmental and ocean law. As our Community Organizer and Volunteer Coordinator, Sara leads our Water Reporter program and organizes Friends of the Bay to support our stewardship efforts and environmental policies.
Sara is the person to reach out to if you have questions about Water Reporter, volunteering, our events, or getting organized to improve the health of the Bay.
To reach Sara, call: (207) 807-0785 or email: sfreshley@cascobay.org.
Heather Kenyon, Science and Advocacy Associate
As Science and Advocacy Associate, Heather works closely with Staff Scientist Mike Doan to collect data on the health of the Bay and with Casco Baykeeper Ivy Frignoca in putting those data to good use in our advocacy. Heather has a background in marine science, having spent many hours under the surface of the ocean as a scientific scuba diver collecting data on coral reefs. She is a graduate of University of Maine School of Law, where she concentrated on environmental law with a focus on marine environments. While in law school, she served as Editor-in-Chief of the Ocean and Coastal Law Journal and interned with Friends of Casco Bay, Maine Conservation Voters, Democracy Maine, and Maine’s Department of Marine Resources. Heather is committed to our mission because she sees improving and protecting the health of the Bay as imperative to creating a sustainable future for generations to come.
To reach Heather, call: (774) 487-9178 or email: hkenyon@cascobay.org.
Bill Linnell, 2025 Pumpout Coordinator
Bill first worked with Friends of Casco Bay’s Pumpout Program from 2006 through 2009, and we’re glad to welcome him back. A Portland resident, Bill has held a Captain’s license for many years. His varied career has included commercial fishing, lobstering, towboat operations, substitute teaching, and running his own small businesses. Bill enjoys being on the water again as part of the Pumpout team.
For pumpout service, please register here.
Sarah Lyman, Development Director
Sarah loves building and maintaining relationships for Friends of Casco Bay. As Development Director, her core work of strengthening our financial support and growing our membership base comes naturally from her easy way with people, development experience, and deep knowledge of our work. Sarah first joined Friends of Casco Bay in 2011 as a part of our fundraising staff. Most recently, she served as our Community Engagement Coordinator. Sarah fell in love with Maine’s coast while studying marine biology and psychobiology at the University of New England. She strongly believes advocating for science-driven, community-informed decisions creates the best outcomes. Sarah continues to be excited that our interdisciplinary approach at Friends aligns with her education and values.
If you have questions about making a donation to Friends of Casco Bay, or ideas for supporting our journey toward improving and protecting the Bay’s health, Sarah would love to speak with you. To reach Sarah, call: (207) 370-7553 or email: slyman@cascobay.org.
Andrew Neilson, Pumpout Coordinator
Andy is a longtime boater, with a “six-pack” captain’s license and 50 years of experience on the water. He summers on Casco Bay aboard his Grand Banks 46. He is a retired engineer, business consultant, and co-founder of Seahorse Bioscience Inc., a biotech company. He sees his Pumpout Coordinator position as a way to give back to the waters that have given him so much enjoyment. During winter months, when not on Casco Bay, he works as a professional ski patroller.
For pumpout service, please register here.
Katrina Venhuizen, Administrative Assistant
Katrina’s background is in resource conservation, outreach and environmental education. She supports the protection of our shared watershed by ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the office. Her expertise in coordinating events, managing communications, and building community partnerships, coupled with her passion for environmental sustainability, makes her an invaluable asset to the team. Drawn to Portland in 2011 for its proximity to the ocean and natural beauty, Katrina is delighted to be part of our team.
To reach Katrina, call (207) 799-8574 or email: katrina@cascobay.org .
Meghan Vigeant, Communications Coordinator
Meghan brings a strong storytelling approach to her communications work. Drawing on her background in writing, documentary, and journalism, she produces videos, writes stories and press releases, photographs, designs graphics, and manages social media, newsletters, and annual reports—collaborating closely with staff and community stakeholders to share the Bay’s stories. She holds an MFA in creative writing from the University of Southern Maine’s Stonecoast program, taught creative writing at the Telling Room for five years, and documented island culture and history during her Island Institute fellowship on Swan’s Island. At Friends of Casco Bay, Meghan is grateful to put her skills and passion to work supporting the resilience of Casco Bay.
Meghan is our media contact and the person to reach out to if you have story ideas. To reach Meghan, call (207) 799-8574 or email: meghan@cascobay.org.
