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Claire McElwain

By Claire McElwain

Claire first came to Nantucket as a child, continuing a decades-long family tradition of summer trips. She has lived on island full-time since 2020, joining the Remain team as the first Communications Manager in the fall of 2024. Claire oversees strategic communications, including social media and public relations, while supporting programs such as the Envision Resilience Challenge and More Nantucket. Her work focuses on crafting and delivering Remain’s message, providing updates on its projects and building connections that underscore the organization’s impact within the community and beyond.

Prior to joining Remain, Claire worked in marketing and communications on island. She also runs her own digital marketing and consulting firm, EspressoMedia, specializing in photography, design and freelance writing. Before moving to Nantucket full-time, Claire lived in Orlando, Florida, where she worked for The Walt Disney Company. She earned her bachelor’s degree in journalism and communications from Indiana University.