Lindsay Skilling is a fifth-generation ice cream maker and Chief Executive Officer at Gifford’s Ice Cream in Skowhegan, Maine.
In this leadership role, Lindsay is responsible for the day-to-day operations and growth strategy of the legendary Maine ice cream company. She leads a team of employees based at the company headquarters in Skowhegan.
Lindsay works closely with her brother JC Gifford (Chief Operating Officer), her sister Samantha Gifford (Marketing Manager), and her cousin Staci Gifford (Vice President of Gifford’s Famous Ice Cream Stands).
Lindsay grew up in Maine. She left the state for college in 2002 and returned home with a degree and a strong commitment to her family’s business and the state. Lindsay has held a variety of roles throughout her career at Gifford’s, gaining experience in nearly every facet of the business. She began as a Girl Friday and went on to serve as Assistant to the Controller, Assistant to the President, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, and General Manager—before becoming CEO.
