ROCKLAND — Three new members have been elected to the Farnsworth Art Museum's Board of Trustees: Brett Haynie, Coby Lerner, and Nada Stirratt. 
 
According to a Farnsworth news release, the three new trustees bring a wealth of professional experience and diverse perspectives to the Farnsworth, with distinguished careers spanning hospitality, the performing arts, strategic planning, nonprofit leadership, media, and technology.

"Their collective expertise in organizational growth, innovation, cultural institutions, and community engagement will help advance the museum’s mission and strengthen its role as a leading cultural institution in Maine and beyond," said the Farnsworth.
 
“We are delighted to welcome Brett, Coby, and Nada to the Farnsworth’s Board of Trustees,” said Christopher J. Brownawell, Executive Director of the Farnsworth Art Museum. “Each brings an extraordinary combination of professional accomplishments, creative vision, and a deep appreciation for the arts. Their diverse perspectives and expertise will be invaluable as we continue to expand the museum’s reach, engage new audiences, and build upon the Farnsworth’s legacy as a vital center for American art.”

Brett Haynie is the co-owner of The Norumbega, a luxury boutique hotel located in Camden, Maine. Hailing from New York by way of Oklahoma, he studied Opera Performance/Musical Theatre at the Oklahoma City University Bass School of Music before moving to New York and beginning his short but successful career in fashion merchandising, according to the Farnsworth news release, working for luxury American sportswear brands like Michael Kors, rag & bone, and Re/Done. In 2022, Haynie and his partner, architect William Tims, purchased The Norumbega and set about extensive renovations to the historic property. Haynie and his partner live in Camden, Maine.
 
Coby Lerner is a strategist and organizational leader with extensive experience in strategic planning, organizational effectiveness, change management, and institutional transformation. He serves as Associate Vice President of Strategy and Organizational Effectiveness for Global Human Rights at American Jewish World Service, where he oversees strategic planning, research and evaluation, risk management, and administrative operations. Previously, he was a Senior Strategist at Brightspot Strategy, advising leading cultural, educational, and corporate organizations, including the Brooklyn Museum, Cranbrook Art Museum, Museum of Contemporary Art Los Angeles, and Google. Earlier in his career, he worked at the Brooklyn Museum in executive administration and visitor experience research. A former Schusterman Fellow, Lerner has contributed to publications and presentations on strategic planning, workplace productivity, and innovation in higher education. He holds a B.A. in Communications from the University of Pennsylvania, where he graduated cum laude, and pursued additional studies in art and design at Pratt Institute.
 
Nada Stirratt is a seasoned media and technology executive with more than 30 years of experience leading growth, innovation, and transformation at some of the world’s most influential companies, according to the Farnsworth news release. Most recently, she served as Vice President, Global Business Group, Americas at Meta, overseeing advertising partnerships across North and South America. Her previous leadership roles include CEO of Verve Mobile and Chief Revenue Officer at Acxiom and MySpace, as well as senior positions at MTV Networks, Advertising.com, MovieFone, and AOL. A dedicated nonprofit leader, Stirratt has served on the Board of Directors of Blue Star Families since 2013 and has supported humanitarian initiatives worldwide. A lifelong enthusiast of art and architecture, she studied drawing at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and the School of Visual Arts in New York. She holds a B.S. in Advertising from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and has been recognized among CableWorld’s Most Powerful Women and Business Insider’s Most Powerful Women in Mobile.

Located in Rockland, the Art Capital of Maine, the Farnsworth Art Museum is the only museum dedicated to illuminating the rich, living history of Maine's influence on American art. Home to a nationally recognized collection of nearly 16,000 works spanning the 19th century to today, the Farnsworth celebrates artists who were born in Maine, inspired by its landscapes and communities, or whose work has shaped the state's enduring artistic legacy. Through world-class exhibitions, dynamic educational programs, historic sites, and meaningful partnerships, the museum inspires visitors from around the world to discover how Maine continues to shape American art. Named one of the finest small museums in the country by The Boston Globe, and the Best Museum in Maine by Down East Magazine, the Farnsworth welcomes visitors year-round as a cultural destination and a vital resource for lifelong learning. Learn more at farnsworthmuseum.org.