Celebrating the spirit of Maine across all 16 counties

PUBLISHER

Originally from England, Karen has spent years building relationships across Maine’s hospitality, lifestyle, and creative communities. As founder and publisher of MyMaine, she is passionate about celebrating the people, places, and experiences that make the state feel both grounded and magical. Being by the ocean is one of life’s greatest pleasures for Karen, and the smell of the sea each morning reminds her how lucky she is to call Maine home. Whether hosting events, discovering hidden gems, tending to her gardens, or walking the coastline with her dog Arthur, she hopes MyMaine feels like a love letter to the state she loves so deeply.

EDITORIAL DIRECTOR

A Maine native, Maggie honed her storytelling passion at Portland High School, evolving over two decades into a career in national print and video. She was most recently editor-in-chief of edible MAINE and of the University of Southern Maine’s A Taste of Two Worlds: Stories + Recipes from Greenland & Maine, which received “2024’s Best in the World” at the Gourmand Awards. She co-created and produced Plate the State on NEWSCENTER Maine with her husband, Chef Josh Berry. Her favorite pastimes are beekeeping and chasing the golden hour. 

DESIGN DIRECTOR

Tracy’s lifelong career in graphic design has led her to work all over the country with a wide range of clientele. Vacationland became home 15 years ago, where she continues to enjoy easy access to both the slopes and the sea.

MANAGING EDITOR

Gigi is an award-winning editor, writer, and communications strategist with deep roots in magazine publishing and higher education. A former university writing professor, she is the copy editor for MyMaine and believes that Acadia is one of the most beautiful places on Earth.

DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY
Kerry Payne is an award-winning photographer, editor, and visual storyteller whose work has appeared in TIMELightBox, The New York Times Lens Blog, Marie Claire, Esquire, and Burn Magazine, among others. Named Photographer of the Year in the Moving Images category by the Lucie Foundation in 2015, her career has included leadership roles with the International Center of Photography, NOOR, and Maine Media Workshops + College.  Today, Kerry serves as Director of Photography for MyMaine Magazine and is the founder of Blenheim Park Maine, where she produces photography workshops from her historic lakeside cherry orchard in Midcoast Maine.

CULTURE & ARTS EDITOR

Casey is a Maine-based arts leader, writer, and nonprofit executive currently serving as Associate Director of Portland Ovations. His career has included leadership roles with the Bowdoin International Music Festival, Gloucester Stage Company, Good Theater, and Cape May Stage. He serves on the boards of the Portland Conservatory of Music and Visit Portland and previously served on the board of Portland Ballet. Casey holds a degree in Theatre Arts and Creative Writing from the University of Puget Sound and a Master’s in Nonprofit Management from the Muskie School of Public Service. He is passionate about the arts, storytelling, and community building. He lives in South Portland with his wife, Tanay, and their dogs, Storm and Obi.iption goes here

TECHNOLOGY DIRECTOR

Mindy, a Maine native, has built her career helping organizations leverage technology to improve operations, enhance customer experience, and drive growth. With hobbies that span all four seasons, she enjoys being on the water, fishing, bird watching, and snowmobiling.

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MYMAINE’S GOOD BOY

Recently adopted from Tennessee, Arthur’s favorite hobby is exploring the beach with his mom (see left) and running away very fast with crabs in his mouth. He is still getting used to snow and loves interrupting team calls to play ball.