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Our Senior Leadership Team:
LyAnn Grogan, CEOLyAnn joined KFI in 2004 with nearly 20 years of disability-services experience. A former Music Therapist and national clinical training leader, she has held several KFI roles, including Support Coordinator, Hiring and Training Coordinator, and Director of Training and Outreach. As CEO, she leads KFI’s next chapter as a progressive provider supporting people to live their best lives.
Holly Bean, Director of Support ServicesHolly joined KFI as a University of Maine intern in 1989 and has since served as direct support staff, site supervisor, Supported Employment Specialist, and Support Coordinator. She also served on the Consumer Advisory Board during the state’s class action period and helped KFI transition from a sheltered workshop model to inclusive employment, community integration, and individualized services. Holly holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mental Health and Human Services and maintains her MHRT certification.
Hilary Emery, Director of OperationsHilary joined KFI as a Support Coordinator in 2011 after serving in the U.S. Army as an Information Systems Analyst. She holds a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Maine and an MBA from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. Combining expertise in technology and social work, she helps KFI operate efficiently while supporting people in living meaningful lives.
Jodi Benvie, Director of Training & Team DevelopmentJodi joined KFI in 2014 after more than 10 years advocating for people’s rights through Disability Rights Maine. Before that, she supported adults with disabilities in a variety of roles, including self-advocacy and employment. Her background and training in Person-Centered Planning and Social Role Valorization are valuable assets to the agency and to the people she supports.
Our Leadership Team:
Susan O’Brien, Financial Managersusan.o’ Susan joined KFI in 2022 with 20+ years of accounting experience, 12 of which are in non-profit accounting. Susan holds a BS in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting from University of Maine as well as a Master’s in Business from Husson University. Growing up in Millinocket and now living in Bangor, with family ties in the Lincoln area, she has a strong connection to the areas and people we serve.
Dana Houghton, Human Resources ManagerDana joined KFI as a Planning Coordinator in 2024 and recently moved into the Human Resources Manager role in 2025. Dana earned her Masters in Human Relations and Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management from Husson University in 2021. Dana is passionate about supporting people, building positive work-place relationships, and living out KFI’s values each day. She brings an optimistic, person-centered approach to work and looks forward to helping create an environment where employees feel supported and valued.
Amanda Hart, Support Coordinator, Lincoln Region
Katie Lee, Support Coordinator, Millinocket Region
Jade Hayden, Support Coordinator, Lincoln Region
Jade joined KFI in early 2024 as a per diem staff member and quickly moved into leadership. Their professional and lived experience, supported by a Bachelor’s degree in Mental Health and Human Services, helps them build meaningful connections with the people they serve. Guided by the belief that everyone deserves to be seen, heard, valued, and included, Jade supports people with disabilities in pursuing lives of their choosing and contributing meaningfully to their communities.
Donna Stockwell, Support Coordinator, Lincoln Region
Brandie Michaud, Support Coordinator, Bangor Region
Liz Ellis, Planning Coordinator
Robbie McKay, Planning Coordinator
Robbie rejoined KFI as Planning Coordinator in 2026, after working with the organization about 14 years earlier as a Direct Support Professional. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Interpersonal Communication with a minor in Psychology from the University of Maine. Drawing on leadership experience in other organizations, Robbie builds results-focused teams grounded in respect for the people KFI supports and for one another. Her love of people and commitment to helping others lead enjoyable, productive, and meaningful lives drive her work.
Michael Carroll, Employment Coordinator
KFI Board of Directors
Bruce McLean, President School Teacher/Business Owner, Millinocket
Julie Brown, Vice President Human Resources Specialist (Retired), Millinocket
Anthony Moscone, Treasurer/Clerk Paralegal, Millinocket
Louis Pelletier Accountant (Retired), Millinocket
Michael Speed Entrepreneur, Millinocket
Deb Rountree Director, Katahdin Region Higher Education Center, East Millinocket
Patti Woolley Early Childhood Administrator (Retired), Bangor
Ashley Wells Accountant, Bangor






