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Our Team

Who We Are

Rooted in Maine’s coastal communities, we work alongside environmental experts and volunteers to protect and enjoy our ocean, beaches, and waves. By connecting local knowledge with Surfrider’s national resources and policy expertise, we create effective, science-driven solutions that safeguard Maine’s coast and strengthen coastal communities.

We are like-minded people who call this place home and are passionate about taking care of it for today, tomorrow and generations to come.

Meet the Team

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Paula Slayton, Chapter Chair

Contact: pslayton@maine.surfrider.org

Favorite things: Walks on the beach with my pups, a good book and hunting for sand dollars.

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Julia Slayton, Chapter Vice Chair

Contact: jslayton@maine.surfrider.org

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Mariel Geiger, Climate Action Chair & Policy Lead

Contact: mgeiger@maine.surfrider.org

Bio & Favorite Things:  Mariel’s commitment to coastal preservation is propelled by an innate kinship with the sea that continually pulls her toward action, advocacy, and protection.

That passion has guided more than seven years of leadership with Surfrider, including serving twice as Chapter Chair, leading chapter policy efforts, acting as Climate Action Chair, and pioneering the Beach Guardian Program. Other passions include snorkeling, hiking, kayaking, travel & rescuing cats.

 

 

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Jess Kotrick, Volunteer Coordinator

Contact: jkotrick@maine.surfrider.org

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Harrison Horning, Ocean Friendly Business Coordinator

Contact: hhorning@maine.surfrider.org

Favorite Things: family, nature, food, travel, oceans, beaches, swimming, and surfing

 

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Harry Holtz, Media Coordinator

Contact: hholtz@maine.surfrider.org

Favorite Things: Filmmaking, beaches, surfing, writing, dogs.

 

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Donna Goodridge, Administrative Coordinator

Contact: dgoodridge@maine.surfrider.org

Bio & Favorite Things:  Donna brings a lifelong spirit of care and service to her role as the chapter's Administrative Support Coordinator and a dedicated Beach Guardian. After retiring from a nursing career, she is now fulfilling a long-held dream of environmental advocacy—channeling the same compassion and commitment into protecting the places she loves most, along our coast.

Recently, Donna has taken a deep dive into the policy forum, where she enjoys raising awareness and encouraging others to use their voices for the greater good. She’s happiest boots on the ground stewarding coastal areas, with a special passion for restoration projects. You can find her on our coastal islands and beaches or gardening in the sunshine with her two beloved doggos.

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Harrison Ko, Treasurer

Contact: hko@maine.surfrider.org

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Join our Executive Team!

We are looking for leaders in our community who are dedicated to protecting our ocean, beaches, and waves and who want to get more involved with the Maine Surfrider Chapter! 

General Chapter Contact

  • General Chapter Email: volunteer@maine.surfrider.org
  • Instagram: @surfridermaine
  • Facebook: @Surfrider Foundation Maine Chapter