Dr. Kristen Miller

President, Southern Maine Community College

Dr. Kristen Miller currently serves as the President of Southern Maine Community College. Prior to her presidency, she held the position of Vice President of Academic Affairs at White Mountains Community College (WMCC). With a proud tenure of 10 years at WMCC, Kristen contributed in successive roles within both Student Affairs and Academic Affairs. She has also been an instructor for courses at both WMCC and Plymouth State University. Before her time at WMCC, Kristen began her educational journey as a high school English Teacher at Kennett High School, accumulating over 16 years of experience in education. In 2008, she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communications and English from Sonoma State University. Kristen went on to earn her Master of Education in Educational Leadership from the University of New England in 2016 and her Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership and Higher Education Administration from Capella University in 2020.

Kristen was raised in North Conway, New Hampshire, where she spent much of her life and where she met her husband, who had relocated there from Maine. After 13 years together, they now call Maine home—returning to Joey’s roots and embracing the best of both mountains and the coast. Kristen lives with Joey, their 12-year-old daughter Elyse, and their two dogs, Kastle, a Bernese Mountain Dog, and Rossi, a miniature dachshund.

Ed Gilman

Northern Light Mercy Hospital

Board Co-Chair, SMCC Foundation

Ed Gilman is the Associate Vice President of Communications, Marketing, and Government Affairs at Northern Light Mercy Hospital in Portland, Maine. Ed grew up in Maine and relocated to Washington, DC to attend graduate school. It was on Capitol Hill where he launched a 16-year career in government, serving three members of Congress, two congressional committees, and the Obama Administration.

A resident of Cape Elizabeth, Ed is a board member of the South Portland/Cape Elizabeth Community Chamber of Commerce and an active volunteer in the community.

Joshua Reny

City of South Portland

Board Member, SMCC Foundation

Josh Reny is the South Portland Assistant City Manager, and he is passionate about economic and workforce development and improving the quality of life in southern Maine. The city employs many former SMCC students and partners with the college on a variety of workforce training programs. Josh is a community college graduate and recognizes the important role the College plays throughout the region. He has served on the Foundation Board since 2016.

“SMCC’s ability to provide high-quality, relevant and affordable education and training is a tremendous value for students and is a launch pad for successful careers.”

Marie Herdan

Living Innovations

Board Member, SMCC Foundation

Marie Herdan is a Community Living Coordinator with Living Innovations in Saco, Maine. Before working with Living Innovations, Marie had a career as a Montessori preschool teacher and worked in a variety of administrative support positions. She has previous fundraising experience from her volunteer experiences with the YMCA.

A graduate of Andover College and a current student at York County Community College, Marie lives in Old Orchard Beach.

Jessica Dreves

Chair of the Nursing Department, Southern Maine Community College

Board Member, SMCC Foundation

Jessica Dreves, Chair of the Nursing Department Jessica has been a full-time instructor at SMCC since 2018 and was named Chair of the Nursing Department in June of 2022. She earned her bachelor’s degree at the University of Southern Maine (USM), her master’s degree at Saint Joseph’s College, and is currently working on completing her PhD in nursing education at the Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Jessica has worked at Virginia Hospital Center (VHC) and Maine Medical Center (MMC) and is an active member of the Organization of Maine Nurse Leaders, Maine’s Nursing Action Coalition and Maine’s Nursing Education Collaborative. In addition to teaching at SMCC, she has taught at USM and the University of New England.

Jessica was awarded a Nursing Excellence award at VHC in 2012, and a Research and Innovation Award at MMC in 2017 and was recognized as SMCC Staff Member of the Year in 2020. Jessica believes that service to others is at the heart of nursing and education alike. She is passionate about uniting colleagues and students around shared values to create lasting impact.

David Pratt

Board Member, SMCC Foundation

Dave was a long-time faculty member at the college who is the connection point person to the retiree group from the SMVTI/SMTC days. He continues to be very supportive of the college with his own personal philanthropy. Recipient of last year’s LOTP Presidents Award in recognition of his remarkable dedication and service to Southern Maine Community College (SMCC).

“David Pratt and ‘The Old Guard’ have collectively devoted countless years to SMCC, both in their active roles and in retirement,” SMCC President Kristen Miller said. “Their commitment to the College and our students has not only stood the test of time but has also been a shining example of loyalty and service. Whether through formal positions or behind the scenes, they have consistently supported SMCC’s mission, ensuring that students are given the tools and guidance they need to succeed.”

Pratt, a longtime instructor, advisor, and SeaWolves cheerleader, regularly gathers with SMCC retirees to reminisce and support the College in any way they can.

Gregg Frame

Taylor, McCormack and Frame, LLC

Board Member, SMCC Foundation

Gregg is a founding member of Taylor, McCormack and Frame, LLC, focusing his practice in the area of labor and employment law, business development, civil litigation, and mediation. Mr. Frame graduated from Waterville High School, Phillips Exeter Academy, and obtained a B.A. in History from Dartmouth College, where he was a four-year starter, captain, and All-Ivy League basketball player. He graduated cum laude from the University of Maine School of Law, where he was a research editor of the Maine Law Review, and a legal writing and research instructor. Mr. Frame was twice awarded the Justice Glassman Scholarship for academic achievement while in law school.

Prior to earning his J.D., he spent five years as a teacher and coach, and also worked as an intern at The White House. He is a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation and has served on national American Bar Association boards. Gregg was inducted into the New England Basketball Hall of Fame as a Scholar Athlete and the Maine Basketball Hall of Fame, is a Founding Member and President of the Cape Basketball Association, and is a Board Member of the Thomas Memorial Library Foundation and a Corporator of the Boy’s and Girl’s Clubs of Southern Maine. Gregg lives in Cape Elizabeth with his wife Jill (a counselor) and his children Lillian and Jake. In his free time, he enjoys golfing, reading, hiking and traveling in Maine and beyond.