Michael (Mike) Murphy brings more than four decades of financial expertise and community leadership to the Hope on Haven Hill Board of Directors. With several years of board experience across multiple organizations, Michael offers deep knowledge in finance, accounting, tax planning, and financial statement oversight.

A Certified Public Accountant in public practice for over four decades, Murphy owns and operates his own firm, working closely with small businesses, nonprofit organizations, and individuals. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Administration and a Master of Science in Taxation, equipping him with strong technical expertise and strategic financial insight.

Mike’s passion for service extends to athletics as he is a former Chairman and President of the NH Football Officials Association and past Treasurer of the Joe Yukica NH Chapter of the National Football Foundation. A longtime high school football official, Mike was honored with the Union Leader’s John Clark Officials Award in 2015. He also volunteers as a Peace Greeter, welcoming U.S. troops passing through Pease Air Force Base.

Mike supports Hope on Haven Hill because of its vital mission and meaningful impact within the community. He is proud to contribute his financial expertise to help ensure the organization’s continued strength, sustainability, and service to families in need.

Christine LeBlanc resides in Milton, New Hampshire, and graduated in 2011 with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. She has built a strong career in the development field and currently serves as Financial Controller for Summit Land Development in Dover. Prior to this role, she spent nine years as Vice President of Finance at McNabb Properties, where she developed extensive experience in financial leadership and strategic oversight.

Christine supports Hope on Haven Hill because of her personal understanding of how substance use disorders affect individuals and families. She believes deeply that the more a community invests in recovery, the greater the opportunity for lasting success. Recognizing that healing often requires collective support, Christine is proud to be part of the village that surrounds women and families with the care, resources, and encouragement they need to rebuild and thrive.

Brandy Rickaby brings both professional leadership and lived experience to her role on the Board of Directors at Hope on Haven Hill. Eight years ago, she was a participant in the program — an experience that profoundly shaped her journey and deepened her commitment to supporting women and families in recovery. She has served on the Board for more than two years.

Brandy currently serves as Executive Director of New Generation, where she continues her dedication to strengthening families and communities. Her perspective as a former participant gives her unique insight into the life-changing impact of Hope on Haven Hill’s work.

One of the most fulfilling aspects of her board service is witnessing firsthand the positive difference the organization makes in people’s lives. She finds it incredibly meaningful to help guide the development of programs and policies that foster healing, instill hope, and promote resilience. Brandy is especially passionate about ensuring that women and children — including families like her own — have access to the support, connections, and resources they need to thrive.

Liz Torrance has been with Kennebunk Savings since 2012 and is currently First Vice President and Social Responsibility Director. She drives the strategic direction and execution of corporate social responsibility and philanthropy, supporting the team that manages grants and sponsorships, the corporate volunteer program, the Community Reinvestment Act program, and social responsibility initiatives. She grew up in Rochester, NH and studied Environmental & Resource Economics at the University of New Hampshire. She currently resides in North Hampton, NH, with her partner, Dave.

Liz is a passionate ally and advocate for the recovery community and recovery supports in the workplace. In addition to the Hope on Haven Hill Board of Directors, she serves on the University of New Hampshire Sustainability Advisory Board, THRIVE 2027 Goal 3 Cabinet, the Granite United Way DEI Committee and the Greater Rochester Community Health Foundation Community Advisory Committee.

Liz is a strong believer in the business community’s power to be a force for good and she is proud to be a part of a purpose-driven organization like Kennebunk Savings.

Tina Nadeau served as Chief Justice of the New Hampshire Superior Court from 2011 until her retirement in 2023. Appointed to the bench in 1996, she previously worked as legal counsel to Governor Steve Merrill and as an assistant attorney general. A champion of criminal justice reform, she led efforts to expand drug courts across New Hampshire, securing statewide funding for treatment-focused alternatives. Justice Nadeau remains active as a senior judge and serves on multiple boards dedicated to recovery, harm reduction, and justice initiatives.

Tess Farley is currently an attorney with Shaheen & Gordon, P.A., where she specializes in family law. Prior to joining Shaheen & Gordon, she served as a staff attorney at a nonprofit legal services organization in Maine, where she represented survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence.  

In addition to her legal practice, Farley has worked with Pregnancy Justice (formerly National Advocates for Pregnant Women) and the ACLU of New Hampshire, focusing on protecting the rights of marginalized communities. 

Farley is a graduate of Colby College and the University of New Hampshire School of Law. Her achievements have been recognized with numerous honors, including selection as a 2025 Rising Star by Super Lawyers, and inclusion in the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America 2026 edition for Family Law. 

When asked about what drew her to Hope on Haven Hill’s mission, Farley said “During my time working in reproductive justice, I came to understand that the right to parent—and to do so safely—is often overlooked. Hope on Haven Hill safeguards that right. It’s a vital resource for a particularly vulnerable group in our community, and it’s very meaningful for me to support its mission.” 

Tracy is retired from nonprofit leadership and human resource leadership.

She performs per diem consulting work with municipal strategic planning and represents private and
municipal clients at NH Labor Department and Employment Security hearings.

She has degrees from UNH in sociology with a criminal justice minor, a Master of Science from New
England College in management with a concentration in healthcare administration, and a masters from UNH in Public Policy. Tracy has lived in Barrington, NH, for the last 25 years; but moved from Salem, NH, to attend UNH at age 18 and then stayed in the Seacoast area!

She has been married for almost 35 years and is a mother to two amazing adult children (one daughter and one son). Tracy has many interests and hobbies including African Drumming over 15 years. She also loves to travel, bake, cook and she and her husband enjoy days with her five grandchildren.

Some of her other community involvements include the Barrington Select Board, where she currently serves as the Vice-Chair, and she is also Chairwoman of the Barrington Zoning Board of Adjustment.

Tracy is a Liaison to the Barrington Capital Improvement Planning Committee and the Select Board/School Board working group.

Tracy is a past Rochester Rotary Club President for 2025-2026 and a past board chair and vice chair for
New Generation in Greenland, NH.

Chrissy Sullivan brings both professional expertise and a deeply personal connection to her role on Hope on Haven Hill’s Board of Directors. As a wealth planning professional, she is passionate about helping individuals and families build secure futures. Her commitment to Hope on Haven Hill is also shaped by her personal experience with recovery and the challenges that can accompany early motherhood and rebuilding a life.

Having witnessed the transformative impact of love, support, and access to resources, Chrissy understands that not every woman has the foundation she was fortunate to see within her own family. That understanding fuels her dedication to Hope on Haven Hill’s mission. She believes every woman deserves a strong support system, opportunities to heal, and the chance to create a brighter future for herself and her children.

As a board member, Chrissy is honored to help ensure Hope on Haven Hill can continue providing life-changing programs and services. She combines her professional expertise with a heartfelt commitment to expanding the organization’s reach so that more women and families can experience hope, recovery, and lasting success.