Ellen has a diverse background in marine sciences, non-profit leadership, storytelling, logistics, and business operations. She holds an undergraduate degree in environmental studies from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, and a master’s degree in international logistics management from Maine Maritime Academy.
Ellen co-owns and operates Drift Oceanside Inn in Camden, Maine with her husband, and works in storytelling and impact operations for a startup company called Moms. She is deeply committed to volunteerism, especially work that supports environmental sustainability, promotes outdoor education and connection, or uplifts and highlights the unique abilities and contributions of women. Ellen serves on the board of Sundog Outdoor Leadership Initiative, the Megunticook Riverkeepers, and as a member of the Megunticook River Citizens Advisory Committee.
She lives in Rockport, Maine, with her husband, Casey; her two sons, Forest and Anders; and her dog, Noodle. She loves the ocean and the woods alike, and is in awe of what a gift it is to simply be alive on this beautiful planet.
