Mary has spent her career committed to developing programs and experiences that foster connection, uplift spirits, and create a sense of belonging and understanding in the community. Her dedication to making a positive impact is evident in every initiative she undertakes. She has worked in both the government and non-profit sectors, including serving as the Policy and Planning Manager for the Executive Office of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority, and most recently, as the Director of Program and Outreach at the Worcester Area Mission Society.
Mary's volunteer and board experience includes Matthew25 Worcester, Habitat for Humanity MW/GW, Worcester Fellowship/ Thursday Café and the Pastoral Counseling Centers of MA. She holds a B.A. from Mount Holyoke College and a Masters in Environmental Management from Yale. Mary and her husband are parents to four children including a son they fostered and adopted through DCF. Their extended family also includes their dog Cali, who they adopted in 2021.