Linda Qualey, Benedicta, Maine, is a retired professional with more than forty years of
experience in nonprofit work, including resource development, public relations, and human
resources. Throughout her career, she’s focused on strengthening communities across Northern
Maine through practical problem‑solving and collaborative leadership.
Linda’s work included serving with the Healthy Maine Partnerships, where she coordinated
public health initiatives throughout Northern Penobscot County. Previous to that she was the
Tribal Administrator for the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, overseeing the development and
implementation of programs designed to enhance the tribe’s long‑term self‑sufficiency. Her
expertise also extended to national-level grantmaking, participating in two review cycles for the
Administration for Native Americans’ Social and Economic Development Strategies grants.
Linda is a strong advocate for the educational, economic, and cultural value that the National
Monument brings to the region. She cares deeply about protecting and preserving its natural and
cultural resources for future generations.
When she’s not working with organizations or community groups Linda enjoys hiking, biking,
cross-country skiing, woodworking, sewing, and gardening.
Linda Qualey
Linda Qualey, Benedicta, Maine, is a retired professional with more than forty years of
experience in nonprofit work, including resource development, public relations, and human
resources. Throughout her career, she’s focused on strengthening communities across Northern
Maine through practical problem‑solving and collaborative leadership.
Linda’s work included serving with the Healthy Maine Partnerships, where she coordinated
public health initiatives throughout Northern Penobscot County. Previous to that she was the
Tribal Administrator for the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, overseeing the development and
implementation of programs designed to enhance the tribe’s long‑term self‑sufficiency. Her
expertise also extended to national-level grantmaking, participating in two review cycles for the
Administration for Native Americans’ Social and Economic Development Strategies grants.
Linda is a strong advocate for the educational, economic, and cultural value that the National
Monument brings to the region. She cares deeply about protecting and preserving its natural and
cultural resources for future generations.
When she’s not working with organizations or community groups Linda enjoys hiking, biking,
cross-country skiing, woodworking, sewing, and gardening.