Episode 19: The Power of Showing Up: Mentorship, Community & Quiet Leadership with Timi Carter

In this heartfelt episode of Elegant Maine Living, Elise sits down with her dear friend and co-leadership advisor, Timi Carter, to reflect on the impact of mentorship, community, and living a life of intentional service.

A longtime resident of Yarmouth, Maine, Timi is known for her calm strength, generous spirit, and ability to quietly build community wherever she goes—from the halls of Portland High School to her church and food pantry board, and through her leadership role with the Olympia Snowe Women’s Leadership Institute.

Together, Elise and Timi reflect on:

• The experience of mentoring five high school girls over three years
• How those relationships changed both the mentors and the mentees
• The emotional power of seeing the girls graduate and step into their next chapter
• What it means to create community through friendship, service, and faith
• Timi’s own journey—from moving to Maine in the 1970s to traveling the world and sharing those experiences with the next generation
• Why “being all in” as a mentor made all the difference
• The story behind a powerful vision board session and why it should become part of every mentorship curriculum

This episode is a quiet celebration of showing up, listening deeply, and believing in the potential of young women. Timi reminds us that elegance is found in simple acts of service, small-town traditions, and friendships that span decades.

🔗 Highlights & Mentions:

• 🏫 Olympia Snowe Women’s Leadership Institute: www.snoweleadershipinstitute.org
• 📍 Timi’s beloved hometown: Yarmouth, Maine – known for its Clam Festival, tight-knit community, and timeless New England charm
• 🎓 A shoutout to Poland Regional High School’s graduating class of 2025 —and five exceptional young women
• 💡 The Go-Giver by Bob Burg – the quote that inspired this episode’s theme

💬 Memorable Quote:

“We told our girls from the beginning: we’re all in. Whatever you need, we’re here.”
 – Timi Carter

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