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Founder and President
Bruce MaitlandMy interest in Missing Persons began terribly and abruptly on March 19, 2004. My wonderful 17-year old-daughter, Brianna Maitland, went missing. Life changed from that point on for me. A living hell that no parent should ever go through. In the years since, the endless searching and sleepless nights, not knowing where or what happened to her has taken its toll and continues to this day.
In the last few years, the idea was brought to me by my friend and private investigator Greg Overacker (who has donated much time and energy to assisting in finding Brianna) to start this non-profit. It is an unfortunate reality that police have limited resources and time, and private investigators can sometimes get answers from people unwilling to speak to police. It is also an unfortunate reality that the costs of private investigators are beyond the ability of most of us to afford. I started this organization, Private Investigations for the Missing, to help solve this problem for missing persons and their loved ones. I do this in honor of my daughter Brianna Maitland. I think by helping others, will bring some good out of evil in this life. |
Our Trusted Members
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Lou BarryCase Manager and Board Member
Louis M. Barry has over 35 years of Law Enforcement experience, including 24 years as Chief of Police. During his time as a police detective, he investigated all manners of crimes, including sudden deaths, sexual assault investigations, armed robberies, and all major crimes, in addition to being assigned to a Federal Narcotic Task Force.
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After retiring as Chief of Police, he twice served as Interim Director of Public Safety at a local college. He has taught at Colleges and Universities for over 30 years in all areas of Criminal Justice. He has also instructed extensively at area police academies and is certified in over a dozen subject areas. Barry holds a Master's degree in Criminal Justice and is the owner of Harris Mountain Investigations, LLC. |
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Erin DesrochersOperation Manager
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James W. BakerBoard Member
James W. Baker served with the Vermont State Police for over 30 years, rising to the rank of Colonel. He served as the Director from 2006-2009. He received a B.S. in Criminal Justice Management from Southern Vermont College and is a graduate of the 188th Session of the FBI National Academy at Quantico, Virginia.
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In the fall of 2009, he started a consulting business called JW Consulting. Through his consulting, he held multiple roles in Vermont and federal law enforcement agencies. Baker was appointed Chief of Police for the City of Rutland in August 2012 and received a Gubernatorial Appointment to the Vermont Criminal Justice and Substance Abuse Cabinet in October 2014. He left the position as Chief of Police in January 2015 to accept a position with the International Association of Chiefs of Police as the Director of Law Enforcement Operation and Support. |
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Thomas L'EsperanceBoard Member
Thomas L’Esperance works at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence within Partner Engagement. Born and raised in Lynn, Massachusetts, Mr. L’Esperance graduated from Champlain College in Burlington, Vermont, with a bachelor’s in Criminal Justice. He began his 28-year law enforcement career with the Vermont State Police in 1987
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He began his 28-year law enforcement career with the Vermont State Police in 1987 as a uniform/detective trooper. He progressed through the ranks serving in positions as the commander for a station, drug task force, special investigations unit and criminal division, and served as the Director/Colonel for six years. His work helped to build coalitions, ensure transparency, and provide a professional level of public safety across the region. Mr. L’Esperance has also served in leadership roles with the Vermont Department of Public Safety, New England State Police Information Network, New England High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area, and International Association of Chiefs of Police. |
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Michelle KaszubaBoard Member
Michelle Kaszuba has been a prosecutor since graduating from Hofstra University School of Law in 2010. A portion of her career was spent in a specialized unit that investigated homicides, suspicious deaths and vehicular deaths alongside homicide detectives, resulting in the indictments and convictions of many perpetrators. She has also worked with the cold case units to investigate unsolved murders and disappearances.
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Tim PilleriBoard Member and Host of Missing
From the Boston suburb of Medford, Massachusetts, Tim's father got him involved in Medford’s public access station at the age of nine, where he was soon directing live shows. After success on stage in college and Boston, Tim embarked for Los Angeles in 2004 and has worked in the entertainment industry ever since.
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From the Boston suburb of Medford, Massachusetts, Tim's father got him involved in Medford’s public access station at the age of nine, where he was soon directing live shows. After success on stage in college and Boston, Tim embarked for Los Angeles in 2004 and has worked in the entertainment industry ever since. Tim currently hosts three popular true crime podcasts: Crawlspace, Missing and Empty Frames with his friend of 15 years Lance Reenstierna. Missing Maura Murray was the inspiration for Oxygen Network’s The Disappearance of Maura Murray, which was a cable hit. |
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Lance ReenstiernaBoard Member and Host of Missing
Lance Reenstierna began his career in the entertainment and media industry by producing original stage shows and murder mystery dinner theater experiences. A troupe was formed, and over the course of ten years and a dozen shows, performances brought the houses down.
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Midway through this time, Tim Pilleri joined the group. From there, the partnership was formed, and the pair has gone on to produce short and feature films, documentaries, live shows, and their niche, true crime podcasting. |
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