Helen Lemay is a longtime supporter of the National Repertory Orchestra (NRO) and an active community volunteer in Summit County, Colorado. Born in Rowayton, Connecticut, she developed an early love for music, earning a fellowship to Lincoln Center during high school. Helen founded and led The Schneider Group, Inc., transforming it from a marketing agency into a successful management firm for scientific societies, where she worked with clients for over 30 years before retiring in 2023.
Since moving full-time to Blue River in 2013, Helen has been deeply involved in local service, volunteering with FIRC, Meals on Wheels, Neighbors Helping Neighbors, and the Summit Historical Society. Her passion for music and community engagement drives her ongoing support of the NRO and its mission to bring world-class music to audiences.