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Kirsten Pomeroy

Kirsten Pomeroy
Support
Receptionist
Waterville
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Kirsten joined our Waterville office as a receptionist in October 2024.

With five years of insurance industry know-how and a background as a high school counselor, she brings a warm, welcoming energy to our team.

She strives to brighten someone’s day with a smile and a friendly greeting before directing people to the service and support they need.

Kirsten graduated from the University of Maine at Farmington and holds her Maine Property & Casualty license.

Outside of work, Kirsten loves spending time with her family, getting creative with her hands through knitting, crocheting, coloring, and painting, and whipping up baked goods—scones are her favorite!

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Jessica Sanborn

Jess Sanborn
Employee Benefits
Account Manager
Telecommute
Direct: 207-230-5701
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Jessica Sanborn joined Allen in May 2024.

A licensed life and health producer in the state of Maine, Jess is an account manager in our benefits division, serving the needs of our group health insurance clients.

A graduate of the University of Maine in Orono, Jess holds a degree in mechanical engineering. Jess spent a decade working in loss control at Acadia Insurance and in human resources at a local medical center. Both experiences position her well for her role at Allen.

Jess enjoys helping clients navigate the complexities of their health insurance plans and is grateful to be part of the Allen team.

Outside of work, Jess enjoys crocheting and can make a mean chicken pot pie. On her bucket list is to attend the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas.

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Debbie Tyler, SHRM-CP

Debbie Tyler, SHRM-CP
Human Resources
Human Resources Manager
Camden
Direct: 207-230-5807
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Debbie Tyler joined Allen Insurance and Financial in September 2024 as our human resources manager. Based in Camden, she is the point person for company benefits, payroll, employee health and safety and onboarding.

A native of Rockland, Debbie is a graduate of the University of Maine in Augusta with a bachelor’s degree in social science. She held previous leadership positions in both childcare and human resources. She holds her SHRM-CP certification from the society of Human Resources Management. Debbie is a seasoned HR professional whose background is well suited to support Allen’s continued growth.

Debbie shares: “I like to support people and create a positive workplace culture. I enjoy the variety of tasks and never knowing what my day will bring.”

Outside of work, Debbie enjoys spending time with her family and creating homemade greeting cards.

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Lily Schoonover

Lily Schoonover
Investment Planning, Wealth Management
Financial Services Coordinator
Camden
Direct: 207-230-5821
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Lily Schoonover joined Allen Insurance and Financial in 2024 as a financial services coordinator.

A native of Washington, D.C., Lily graduated magna cum laude from Byrn Mawr College in Pennsylvania with a degree in urban planning and architecture. She lives in Rockland.

She says: “Financial planning can be very daunting and complicated, and it's wonderful getting to support our advisors in helping people make sense of their current situation and chart a course for the future. I find that my work is not just intellectually stimulating, but personally rewarding.”

Lily loves being outdoors – hiking, camping, gardening – as well as completing sewing and embroidery projects for friends and family. On her bucket list is visiting all 50 states – she’s at 39 and counting.

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Kerin Lindahl

Kerin Lindahl
Personal Insurance
Assistant
Camden
Direct: 207-230-5101
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Kerin Lindahl joined our company in 2024.

A graduate of Saint Anselm College, her previous experience is in customer service and education. New to the insurance industry, she obtained her Maine property & casualty insurance license shortly after joining us.

Outside of work, Kerin enjoys spending time with family and friends, exploring trails, beaches, walking with her dogs, gardening, baking, reading and attending her childrens’ sporting events.

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Angela Torell

Angela Torell
Personal Insurance
Assistant
Southwest Harbor
Direct: 207-230-5101
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Angela Torell joined our company in December 2023.

New to the insurance industry, she recently obtained her Maine property & casualty insurance license. Before joining Allen, Angela worked in a sail loft, repairing sails and making custom marine products.

Angela is a natïve of Tremont and a graduate of Baker College.

Outside of work, Angela enjoys hiking, camping and kayaking. She always makes time to attend her daughter’s events and school activities.

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Randi Morse

Randi Morse
Employee Benefits
Account Manager
Camden
Direct: 207-230-5845
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Randi Morse joined our company in June 2023 after a decade in the information technology field.

Now a licensed accident & health insurance producer in Maine, Randi is looking forwarding to using her skills to support Allen benefits clients with top-notch service for their accounts.

Outside of work, Randi volunteers with the American Legion, helping those veterans in need because her husband is a military veteran. She also enjoys spending time with family. She lives in Lincolnville.

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Nichole Kindelan, CIC, ACSR, CPIW

Nichole Kindelan
Business Insurance
Producer
Waterville/Remote
Direct: 207-230-5749
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Nichole Kindelan, CIC, ACSR, CPIW, became an Allen employee-owner in August 2023.

A native of Caribou, Maine, Nichole is a graduate of Northern Maine Technical College.

With 25+ years of experience in our industry, Nichole’s passion is building lasting relationships by working with businesses on their insurance needs so they can focus on running their business.

She says: “I love learning the background of businesses and their owners and why they love what they do so I can best work with them as their business needs grow and change. It is very important to make sure they have the right coverages in place to properly protect their business exposures through all stages.”

Throughout her insurance career, Nichole has embraced the value of continuing education. Her professional designations include Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), Accredited Customer Service Representative (ACSR), Certified Professional Insurance Woman (CPIW). This demonstrates her commitment to her insureds and staying properly educated.

Outside of work Nichole enjoys running, hiking, volunteering in her community and spending quality time with family and friends.

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Kristen Baker, CISR

Kristen Baker
Personal Insurance
Account Executive
Camden
Direct: 207-230-5746
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Kristen Baker joined our company in July 2023, bringing with her a decade of insurance experience.

“Insurance can be like a puzzle,” she says. “I enjoy the challenge of finding the best coverage for the best price for each client and knowing they have peace of mind that their assets are protected.”

Kristen holds the Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR) designation.

She is a graduate of Rockland District High School (now known as Oceanside) and the New England School of Communications.

Outside of work, Kristen enjoys kayaking, spending time with family and attending her son’s school and extracurricular events. She is a library volunteer and member of the board of the Gibbs Library – the community library in Washington where she lives with her husband, son and their two cats, Skywalka and Perry Winkle.

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Melissa Davenport, CIC, AAI

Melissa Davenport
Business Insurance
Account Manager
Waterville
Direct: 207-230-5711
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Melissa Davenport joined our company as an account manager in January 2023. Sharp-eyed clients might recognize her name from a stint with GHM Agency (as our Waterville office was previously known), from 2005 to 2019.

Melissa has nearly two decades of insurance industry experience, having worked as a workers compensation adjuster in Connecticut and for GHM once before, also as an account manager in the business insurance division. She maintains both the Accredited Advisor in Insurance (AAI) and Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) designations.

Because she enjoys getting to know her clients and the new challenges each day brings when you work in our industry, Melissa is glad to be working at Allen Insurance and Financial.

Melissa is a graduate of Ashford University in Clinton, Iowa, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in behavioral science. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, listening to music, traveling and camping.