Who Are Our Board Members?
The Front Door Agency’s Board of Directors plays a vital role in advancing our mission and strengthening our impact throughout the Greater Nashua community. Bringing together leaders with diverse professional expertise, the Board provides strategic guidance by establishing effective policies, overseeing and approving the organization’s budget, and championing initiatives that expand support for individuals and families in crisis. Through their dedication, leadership, and countless volunteer hours, Board members work collaboratively to ensure the Agency remains true to its mission, vision, and values while positioning the organization for continued growth and success.
Joining our Board for the 2027 fiscal year is Jaime Abrams, Eric Kirchberger, and Donna Kraus. We asked for insight on what drives them to make a difference in our community:
Jaime Abrams
About Jaime:
Jaime lives in Merrimack, New Hampshire with her family and currently serves as the Supervisor of Substation Operations within the Civil Construction Division within Eversource. In this role, she oversees critical infrastructure work that supports safe and reliable energy delivery across the region. Prior to her career in utility operations, she proudly served as a police officer with the City of Nashua, where she developed a strong foundation in leadership, public service, and community engagement. Outside of work, she is deeply committed to giving back to the community. She coaches several different youth sports teams and volunteers with Special Olympics, supporting athletes and helping create positive, inclusive experiences for local families.
Q: What made you want to be a part of the Front Door Agency’s mission?
A: “What drew me to the Front Door Agency’s mission is its commitment to helping individuals and families achieve long-term housing stability rather than simply addressing an immediate crisis. The organization’s approach recognizes that stable housing is the foundation for success in so many other areas of life, including employment, education, health, and overall well-being. I also admire the Front Door Agency’s focus on treating every client with dignity, compassion, and respect. By combining homelessness prevention, rapid re-housing, affordable housing, financial education, and supportive services, the agency empowers people to build independence and create lasting change for themselves and their families.”
Q: What do you love most about Greater Nashua?
A: “What I love most about Greater Nashua is its strong sense of community. It has the welcoming feel of a close-knit community while still offering the opportunities and resources of a larger city. People here genuinely case about their neighbors. I also appreciate the diversity of the community, the local businesses, parks, and family-friendly atmosphere. Greater Nashua is a place where people can build careers, raise families, and feel connected.”
Q: What’s an issue that you would like to address during your time on the Board?
A: “One issue I would like to address during my time on the board working with the Advocacy Committee is increasing community awareness about housing insecurity and homelessness in Greater Nashua. Many people don’t realize that families who are working, seniors, veterans, and individuals facing unexpected hardships can quickly find themselves at risk of losing stable housing. By helping educate the community and advocating for effective solutions, we can build stronger public support for affordable housing, homelessness prevention and the vital services the Front Door Agency provides.”
Q: What’s something you do for fun in your free time?
A: “In my free time, I really enjoy coaching youth sports, specifically girls softball. I grew up playing and have continued to play into my adulthood, but coaching is an aspect of the game that I am really passionate about. It’s incredible to see girls understand and grasping the concepts of the game and then putting them into action and feeling the success and accomplishment of making a great play.”
Eric Kirchberger
About Eric:
Eric has recently joined The Event Center at the Courtyard by Marriott Nashua as Director of Sales. Eric is returning to the hotel as he previously was the Sales Director from 2004-2010. A career professional in hospitality sales, he has worked mostly with Marriott and Starwood hotels and is excited to be returning to the Nashua hospitality market. Eric grew up in NJ but spent summers in NH since childhood and moved to the Granite State in 2000. Eric lived in Nashua until 2020 and now resides with his family in Milford, NH. His wife, Ardith, is the owner of Speak Easy Speech Therapy in Amherst. They have two children, one who is in college and one who attends Milford area schools. Eric is excited about the opportunity join the board of Directors at the Front Door Agency. “The wonderful work that the Front Door Agency does and its mission to help put people in a position to succeed is something that I would be honored to take part in.”
Q: What made you want to be a part of the Front Door Agency’s mission?
A: “I recognize the important and impactful work of the Front Door Agency. As a father of two children, one being a daughter, I would like to set an example of helping those who want to help themselves.”
Q: What do you love most about Greater Nashua?
A: “I love the “can do” spirit of so many in our community. People with creative minds who will also “roll up their sleeves” to accomplish their goals.”
Q: What’s an issue that you would like to address during your time on the Board?
A: “Exploring how the Front Door Agency can further promote healthy lifestyles to those who participate in its programs. Life goals are always more achievable if your mind and body are working with, and not against you.”
Q: What’s something you do for fun in your free time?
A: “I enjoy kayaking and encouraging others to incorporate sustainable physical fitness routines into busy lives.”
Donna Kraus
About Donna:
Donna first became acquainted with the Front Door Agency more than 20 years ago through her late husband Ron’s membership on the Board of Directors. Since his passing in 2012, she has been the sole owner and President of Bausch Articulating Papers, Inc., a North American dental products distribution company that they co-founded in 1998. Donna has most recently served on the Board of Directors for the Nashua Community Music School and also on the Board of the Nashua Symphony Association. She is currently a member of the Nashua Choral Society and Crossway Christian Church. The proud mother of twins, Donna now resides in Hollis with her husband, Howard Bonenberger.
Q: What made you want to be a part of the Front Door Agency’s mission?
A: “I have had a connection to the Front Door Agency for the better part of 25 years as my late husband, Ron Kraus, was very committed to the work and mission of the Agency as was evidenced by his board membership and public support. As a family, we have stayed involved since his passing through our BAP, Inc. business sponsorship and memorial scholarship donations. The timing is now right for me to do my part at the board level.”
Q: What do you love most about Greater Nashua?
A: “I love the greater Nashua region mostly because we enjoy “Big City” advantages enhanced by the “Small Town” feel. We are so fortunate as residents to benefit from the wide-range of services, the breadth of artistic and educational opportunities and quality healthcare, while enjoying the enviable proximity to the geographic riches of New England.”
Q: What’s an issue that you would like to address during your time on the Board?
A: “I’m looking forward to beginning my board tenure and learning of the current needs of the community, before I determine where I should focus my energy.”
Q: What’s something you do for fun in your free time?
A: “One of my passions is music – particularly singing. I am currently a member of the Nashua Choral Society.”
A Goodbye to Our Departing Board Members:
Christine Malloy (2023)
Leanne Vondermuhll (2024)
Thank you for your generosity, advocacy, and steadfast support. We are truly grateful for your service and wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
We’d also like to announce our new Executive Committee:
Paige Hultman (Purple Finch Properties), President
Kathy Whitaker (BAE Systems), President-Elect
Derek Bruinooge (Eaton & Berube Insurance Agency), Vice President
Donna Robinson (CBIZ), Treasurer
Linda LaFleur (SquareTail Advisors), Secretary
And a special thanks to Nick Frasca (Frasca and Frasca) who is now the immediate past president.
