Heidi Stanton-Drew became the Executive Director of ECMI in June 2024. She manages the day-to-day operations of ECMI and has overall strategic and operational responsibility for ECMI’s staff, programs, development activities, and the execution of its mission.

Heidi served ECMI as a consultant from 2014-2023 and was instrumental in setting up its systems and programming. She lives in Ellsworth and has worked as a consultant for many Hancock County and statewide cultural non-profits. Her networks run deep and she has a reputation for creative solutions and integrity. Heidi recognizes the power of collaboration and will strive to strengthen funding and programming through community partnerships.

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Nancy Colter founded ECMI in 2013 with the help of knowledgeable and dedicated volunteers, board members, and staff. She currently serves as its Artistic Director. Nancy’s work includes overseeing programmatic excellence, rigorous program evaluation, a supportive musical environment for students and teachers, and quality in all artistic endeavors. She provides artistic oversight for concerts and musical events and works to ensure fine instruction through faculty recruitment and management.

Nancy lives on Mount Desert Island and is dedicated to expanding the role classical music education plays in elevating lives and creating community in our region.

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Riah Jaffrey joined ECMI in August of 2023. She is an organized, personable and self-reliant individual who facilitates the daily operations of the organization. She works alongside the staff, faculty, and board of directors to ensure successful implementation of all ECMI programs.

Riah brings to the organization her years of building relationships with local businesses and communities while promoting opportunities for partnership through local programs. Her devotion to community health, wellness, and togetherness drives her engagement and informs her understanding of local needs and opportunities.

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