RETIRING
Dana Totman, longtime president and chief executive officer of Avesta Housing, announced he will retire later this year. Totman has served as president and CEO for nearly 22 years. Under his leadership, the number of staff has increased from 60 to 300, the number of affordable homes in the Avesta portfolio has increased from 700 to 3,200, and assets have increased from $60 million to $350 million, according to a news release. Totman will stay through the summer to lead the organization during the search for his replacement.
NEW HIRES
Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital announced two hires at its women’s health practice in Ellsworth.
Brittany Nurmukhamedov brings experience as a critical care registered nurse in different hospital settings.
Summer Oakes worked at Yale New Haven Hospital for the past four years.
Northeast Credit Union has hired Steve Becker as vice president of financial planning and analysis. Becker brings a wealth of experience to his role maintaining the credit union’s strong financial stability as it pursues growth strategies.
Dawn LaRochelle joined the Maine Jewish Museum as executive director. LaRochelle brings an extensive background in education and nonprofit leadership. Most recently, she worked at the Center for Women and Enterprise.
Androscoggin Home Healthcare and Hospice has hired Ron Hood as the new manager of volunteer resources. Hood most recently served as system manager of volunteer services at Central Maine Healthcare.
PROMOTIONS
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