Leadership
The World Affairs Council is governed by a Board of Directors elected from its personal and organization membership and managed by an Executive Director. Professionally diverse and possessing broad international experience, the Officers and Board advance the Council’s mission through leadership of its Development, Education, Finance, Marketing, Nominating, and Program committees. A professional staff works with both Board and members to enhance the Council’s reputation for stimulating programs in an hospitable and collegial environment.
Elizabeth McLellan, President
(Maine Medical Center and Partners for World Health)
Michael Wygant, First Vice President
(US Foreign Service, Retired)
Bradley Babson, Second Vice President
(World Bank, Retired)
Joe Keaney, Treasurer
(Joseph A. Keaney CPA)
Desmond Gilliard, Assistant Treasurer
(Baker Newman Noyes)
Tim Seavey, Secretary
(Unum)
Tak Suppasettawat, Assistant Secretary
Deborah Barouch, Former President
Staff:
Jennifer Crichton
Administrative Director
<jcrichton@wacmaine.org>
