Your Board of Directors

Meet the dedicated individuals behind The Store Next Door. Our Board of Directors brings together a diverse group of community leaders, each committed to our mission of supporting students in need. Their expertise, passion, and dedication make it possible for us to provide essential goods, academic support, and emotional services to students in Lewiston.

Contact Board Members:

 Ron Potvin - (207) 346-1079               ronpotvin2@aol.com

Tom Giberti - (207) 576-2765            thomv454@gmail.com

Megan Parks - (207) 344-7577            meganparksladc@gmail.com

Ryan Donovan - (207) 576-1044         ryan@ryancaptureslife.com

Justin Fortier - (207)                            justin.m.fortier@gmail.com

Rebecca Linscott - (207) 346-0353    beccalinscott@icloud.com

Ron Potvin

Thomas Giberti

Jamie Caouette

Ryan Donovan

Rebecca Linscott

Megan Parks

Megan Parks is a dedicated behavioral health and public health professional with extensive experience serving diverse populations across healthcare, carceral, nonprofit, and public systems. As a licensed social worker, licensed alcohol and drug counselor, and certified clinical supervisor, she brings a comprehensive understanding of trauma, mental health, substance use, and the systemic barriers impacting vulnerable populations. Her deep commitment to this work is grounded in her own lived experience as a homeless youth in Lewiston, a perspective that fuels her unwavering passion for improving access to housing, support, and dignity for those experiencing homelessness. As a member of this board and a committed social change agent, Megan continues to advocate for equitable, trauma-informed care and is devoted to uplifting marginalized youth and families through compassionate, community-driven solutions.

Justin Fortier

Justin Fortier, settled back in his hometown of Lewiston after graduating from the University of New Hampshire with his degree in Communication. Before that, he attended and graduated from Lewiston High School (class of 2011) where he is committed to doing his part--personally and professionally--to help to reduce barriers for the youth of Lewiston in attending school. In alignment with the goals of the Store Next Door, we aim to help and to inspire those affected by homelessness or housing instability in the community so that they can build a strong foundation towards their future. Justin joined the board of directors in January of 2023.