SUMMARY

Dynamic, multi-disciplined civic leader, retired CPA, and Systems Engineer with extensive experience in public policy, fraud investigation, non-profit leadership, media, and grassroots political organizing. Proven ability to launch impactful community initiatives, influence legislation, and build consensus across diverse political ideologies. Skilled communicator, seasoned media host, and lifelong advocate for accountability, transparency, and individual rights.

EXPERIENCE & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Public Policy & Advocacy

• Testified frequently before state and local legislative bodies; authored/drafted legislation on topics including:
  • Climate policy, transportation, solar waste, government reform
  • Fake Warriors bill (in partnership with author Henry Mark Holzer)
  • Deferred property taxes for seniors
  • First draft of an Office of Inspector General (OIG) bill
  • Legalized cribbage in Maine; launched and directed The Great State of Maine Cribbage Tournament
  • Advocated for civil rights, disability rights, and veteran integrity protections
• Participated in national policy focus groups with Frank Luntz
• Member, Region 1 Homeless Council; active in multiple healthcare and aging support networks across Maine

Political & Civic Leadership

• Founder, Maine Center for Constitutional Studies (later evolved into Maine Policy Institute)
• Founder, 912 Project Portland (120 members); hosted televised debate at Cabela’s covered by all major networks
• Ran Editorial Board weekly civic forums at Portland Public Library (2 years, 25 avg. attendees)
• Co-founder, Maine Taxpayers United (MTU)
• Involved in both major political parties in Portland over the years
• Explored multiple political campaigns, including a gubernatorial run during Janet Mills' first race

Media & Public Engagement

• Host of Watchdog Nation radio show on WMPG (2+ years)
• Hosted monthly global teleconferences on climate and energy policy
• Television host on Biddeford Community TV
• Recurring guest and commentator on WLOB with Ray Richardson and Jim Crocker
• Contributor and columnist for several regional publications; profiled in My Generation (senior publication)

Innovation & Technology

• Retired Certified Public Accountant and Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
• Founder, Kaycen Technologies; managed statewide Voc Rehab computer systems with 25% cost savings
• Specialty in computer audits, financial fraud investigation, and systems efficiency
• Proposed electronic fare collection system to Maine Turnpike Authority
• Launched and operated businesses in hobby retail and tech consulting (KIDZ Hobbies, Kaycen Tech)

Healthcare & Aging

• Founder, MemoryWorks; operated the largest Memory Café network in the U.S. (16 locations, 2016)
• Speaker at hundreds of events on dementia, healthcare, and fraud prevention
• Organizer of regional aging and dementia conferences across York and Cumberland Counties

Visionary Projects

• Cruise Ship Housing for the Homeless (international attention)
• SkyWay by MicroRail – urban transit infrastructure initiative

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

• University of Southern Maine – B.S. in Accounting, Summa Cum Laude
• Tilton Prep – Graduated 3rd in class
• Certifications: Retired CPA, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)

OTHER INTERESTS & AFFILIATIONS

• Model rocketry, model railroading, antique bottle collecting, computer technology
• Active in climate policy groups including work with Joe D'Aleo, Art Horn, and Tom Chisholm (Weather Channel co-founder)

PERSONAL BACKGROUND

• Born in Eastport, raised in Scarborough, raised family in Falmouth; Portland resident since 1995
• Descendant of Josiah and Daniel Bartlett – signers of the Declaration of Independence