Commissioner's Staff

Mark Latti, Communications Director

Mark joined the Department in 1998 as the Public Information Officer, a position he held for ten years before becoming Communications Director at the Maine Department of Transportation. In 2011, he returned to MDIFW to direct the Department's landowner relations program before later overseeing communications for the Bureau of Resource Management. In 2019, Mark was appointed Communications Director, where he oversees statewide media relations, public communications, and coordination with the Governor's Office.

Throughout his career with MDIFW, Mark has played a key role in major public outreach and communications initiatives, including three successful statewide referendums involving wildlife management and fisheries infrastructure investments. Prior to joining the Department, Mark served as Communications Manager at Sugarloaf and worked as both a writer and editor for several Maine newspapers.

Christl Theriault, Assistant to the Commissioner

Christl began her career with the Department as a Game Warden in 1998, serving until 2005 before spending several years in the private sector. She returned to MDIFW in 2012 as Assistant to the Commissioner, where she serves as a key liaison between the Department, the Legislature, and the Governor's Office.

In her role, Christl coordinates legislative activities for the Department, including tracking legislation, assisting with constituent services, and supporting the Legislative Fish and Wildlife Committee. She also assists with the Department's rulemaking process, oversees Freedom of Access Act coordination, supports updates to Title 12 and Department publications, works closely with the Commissioner's Advisory Council, and assists both staff and the public with questions related to laws and rules. Christl also supports a variety of special projects and administrative initiatives for the Commissioner's Office.

Becky Orff, Secretary Specialist

Becky has worked for the Department in a variety of roles since 1990 and has served in the Commissioner's Office since 2004. In her role as Secretary Specialist, she provides administrative and operational support to the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner, and Assistant to the Commissioner.

Becky also serves as Clerk of the Board for the Commissioner's Advisory Council and coordinates meetings for the Disabled Hunter, Trapper, and Angler Advisory Board. In addition, she maintains records and permits for individuals with permanent physical disabilities participating in Department programs and activities.