- I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities like snowboarding, nordic skiing, mountain biking, hiking and distance swimming
- I love to plan events and trips that feel full and rewarding
- Authentic travel, culture, food, cooking, pastry and serving community
Stacy Kirschner Linehan
Westport Island,ME
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in events and a talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
President/Owner
Treats
Wiscasset, ME
01.2006 - 01.2026
- Oversaw all human resources, payroll and scheduling
- Maintained all paperwork for state and federal agencies
- Created multiple community events both in-house and abroad
- Stayed on top of market trends in food, wine, and catering
- Oversaw all marketing, website design and social media
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
- Established a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations and holding individuals responsible for results.
- Reduced operational costs through strategic cost management initiatives.
- Launched new products successfully into the market after meticulous research, planning, and marketing campaigns
- Executed 20+ catered events from small to big yearly
- Hired and managed 100+ employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices, protocols and customer service
- Increased customer satisfaction through quantifiable feedback
- Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
Assistant Director of Bowdoin Outdoor Program
Bowdoin College
Brunswick, ME
08.2001 - 11.2005
- Successfully trained 500+ staff and students in leadership trainings and co-created a leadership training program
- Planned multiple events for students and donors
- Ensured safety of all trips through trainings and logistics
- Created multiple leadership manuals and cookbooks to teach students how to lead trips and how to cook in the backcountry
- Provided leadership and itineraries on destination trips
- Successfully managed a 500+ person program, that sent students out on over 30 multi day orientation trips
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance student engagement
- Mentored new leaders through observation, feedback, and development opportunities
- Developed strong relationships with community partners and academic departments to enhance educational opportunities for students
Education
Master of Science - Biology and Philosophy
Lake Forest College
Lake Forest, ILBA - Biology and Philosophy
Lake Forest College
Lake Forest, ILSkills
- Strong logistics coordination and oversight
- Enthusiastic, flexible and self directed
- Authentic adventurer and skilled leader
- Creative and a natural collaborator
- Organized and efficient
- Strong communication and management skills
- Able to foster connections to place through events
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Can work independently or with a team
- Curious learner and educator
Accomplishments
- Successfully owned a corner stone business for 20 years
- Supervised team of 10-20 staff members
- Designed multiple domestic and international educational trips
- Helped with multiple fund raisers
- Strong with social media and communications posts
Certification
- Certified Maine Sea Kayaking Guide
- Small Business Owners Association
- Women Owned Business Association
- Serve Safe
Interests
Timeline
President/Owner
Treats
01.2006 - 01.2026
Assistant Director of Bowdoin Outdoor Program
Bowdoin College
08.2001 - 11.2005
Master of Science - Biology and Philosophy
Lake Forest College
BA - Biology and Philosophy
Lake Forest College