Diane Laurendeau

 Board Member (Strategies for a Stronger Sanford)

 

Diane Laurendeau recently retired from a 40 year career as Chief Financial Officer at one of York County’s largest health and social service organizations. During Diane’s tenure she was responsible for managing the business elements of the organization, during a time of steady growth in size and complexity, enabling the organization to deliver high quality, essential services to York County residents and communities. Diane was responsible for overseeing the implementation of major federal, state and philanthropic grants that supported services ranging from public transit, affordable housing, early childhood education, and the delivery of primary healthcare.
Diane has a history of community involvement, serving as an advisor to several statewide, regional and local organizations whose health, educational and supportive service programs improve the wellbeing of children, families, and communities in Maine.
Diane holds a Bachelor of Science degree from UMass Boston, with a concentration in Business Administration. A visit early in her life to the Pine Street Shelter in Boston inspired a deep belief in the value of public service and a commitment to follow a career path in which she could make a meaningful difference in the lives of those facing seemingly overwhelming challenges.
Diane lives in Acton with Tom, her husband of 44 years. They raised three wonderful sons, all of whom attended local schools, and are now raising their own families in the greater Sanford area.