Nolan Thompson

Nolan Thompson

Nolan came out of retirement in August of 2024 to join New Ventures Maine as the AmeriCorps VISTA College Access and Success Coordinator for the Augusta area. With a background in social work, teaching, and public policy, Nolan brings significant experience and...
Kim Donovan

Kim Donovan

Kim provides career planning and financial education classes and coaching to participants statewide. Her previous experience includes case management for workforce and behavioral health organizations and direct service with diverse populations. Prior to joining NVME...
Leia Kons

Leia Kons

Leia works with NVME staff and participants statewide. Her professional experience includes providing support and project management for business start-ups through work at two Rhode Island nonprofit organizations: RIHub and New England Medical Innovation Center...
Martha Leonard

Martha Leonard

Martha coaches and teaches classes for entrepreneurs in Southern Maine. She has over 15 years of hands-on experience in education and running a small business. As a co-founder of MAIZ Colombian Street Food in Portland, she directs all facets of business development...
Gina Platt

Gina Platt

Gina is a small business advisor providing classes and individual coaching to aspiring and current entrepreneurs in Western Maine. She is from an entrepreneurial family and has owned several small businesses. Gina also worked as a marketing professional and...