Recently Placed Leaders
Associate Director of major gifts, boston college high school
Kelsey O’Brien joins the major gifts team at Boston College High School after serving as Director of Young Alumni Programs & Assistant Director of Leadership Gifts at her alma mater, Westminster School in Connecticut. In her role, Kelsey is a key relationship manager, engaging alumni and parents of Boston’s premiere Catholic, and only Jesuit High School. Kelsey’s previous experience also includes contributions to fundraising success at both Belmont Hill School and Middlesex School.
director of stewardship, national audubon society
Newly appointed Director of Stewardship, Tahira Boothe, brings strong donor relations experience representing the field of nonprofit organizations. In her role at National Audubon Society, Tahira will develop strategy for major and principal-level donors, the key stakeholders driving critical initiatives in the conservation space. Tahira’s donor relations career originated at Weill Cornell Medical College, followed by New York Presbyterian, Piedmont Healthcare and most recently, The Carter Center at Emory University.
Senior Director, development communications, national audubon society
Andrew Wise was appointed Senior Director, Development Communications at National Audubon Society. A member of the principal giving team, Andrew leads communications strategy and implementation for the development department. In his role, Andrew collaborates closely with organization-wide fundraising and communications colleagues. Andrew was previously Vice President of Development and Communications for Volunteers of America of Massachusetts. A full history of Andrew’s professional experiences may be seen on LinkedIn. An outdoor enthusiast, Andrew has served as a volunteer for Audubon and may be found hiking and exploring during his free time.
Vice President principal giving, national audubon society
Danita Beck Wickwire joins the National Audubon Society as their new Vice President of Principal Giving. Prior to joining Audubon, Danita served as a Senior Associate Director of Principal Gifts at Johns Hopkins University, where she grew the pipeline of principal-level prospects and secured seven- and eight-figure gifts. Her previous experience includes development roles across higher education, the arts, and more. She is a member of the Board of Advisors at Holy Cross, her undergraduate alma mater, is a trustee for the Arts Education in Maryland Schools Alliance, and a member of the Leadership and Advisory Council for Cristo Rey Jesuit High School in Baltimore.
director of advancement, children’s trust
Ray Goodman joins the Children’s Trust of Massachusetts as the Director of Advancement. In this role, Goodman works with individual donors, foundations, and corporations for the Trust’s various programs. Ray joins Children’s Trust most recently from The Governor’s Academy, where he was the Director of Leadership Gifts. Prior, Goodman had worked in both higher education and healthcare in fundraising and managing projects. Ray graduated with a master’s in social work from the University of New Hampshire, where he also taught as an adjunct professor.
president, cathedral high school
Dan Carmody has been appointed Head of School at Cathedral High School, Boston. Dan brings a wealth of experience to this leadership role following a thirteen year tenure at Boston College High School. Most recently, Dan served as a member of BC High President’s Cabinet as Vice President for Global Mission and Identity and Executive Director of the Hyde Center for Global Education. While at BC High, Dan coordinated the first-ever international gathering of Jesuit secondary schools, representing the International Secretary of Jesuit Education. Dan served two years with the Peace Corps in South America after graduating from Elon University. Read the full announcement here.
Vice President of brand management, national audubon society
Kathryn Thompson joins the National Audubon Society in the newly created role of Vice President of Brand Marketing. Kathryn brings a family legacy of animal protection and a passion for the environment to Audubon. A world traveler, sailor and vocalist, Kathryn is driven by inspiring people and actions that create a beautiful world. Kathryn most recently was the Vice President of Corporate Sponsorship for the Paley Center for Media and previously worked on the Strategic Marketing and Corporate Partnership team at Wildlife Conservation Society in New York. Kathryn graduated from Mount Holyoke College and is a native of Pennsylvania.
director of campaigns & strategic initiatives, national audubon society
Nathalie Berger has been named Director of Campaigns and Strategic Initiatives at the National Audubon Society based in New York. In her role, Nathalie will work with a newly formed campaign team that will establish fundraising initiatives at both the state and national level. Nathalie brings nearly 10 years of fundraising experience focusing on capital campaigns at The Brooklyn Museum and the Whitney Museum of American Art which now sits between New York’s High Line and Hudson River. Nathalie graduated with a B.A. from Tulane University, and an M.B.A from Henley Business School.
senior director national campaigns, National Audubon society
Julie D’Andrea joins the National Audubon Society as the Senior Director National Campaigns. In her role, Julie will support the design and implementation of strategic campaign initiatives that will advance Audubon’s mission of protecting birds and the space they need to thrive. Julie brings extensive campaign experience to Audubon’s newly formed team including management of Barnard College’s $400 million comprehensive campaign, the largest initiative in the College’s history. Julie’s previous experience includes directing foundation and government relations for Jazz at Lincoln Center, and institutional giving at Roundabout Theatre Company and Carnegie Hall. Julie earned a B.A. at University of Minnesota, her home state. Updated LinkedIn profile.
Principal, Boston College High School
Adam Lewis is Boston College High School’s new Principal, effective July 1, 2019. In announcing Mr. Lewis’ selection, which followed a rigorous national search, BC High Board Chair Kelly Mason Verrochi P'15 congratulated members of the Principal Search, led by Mary Gene Clavin of Advancement Incite, for their diligent, thorough, and transparent work. Read full BC High Principal Announcement
Principal, Cathedral High School
Nampeera Lugira became Principal of Cathedral High School on July 1, 2019. Nampeera, who received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Boston College. is a woman of Ugandan heritage who grew up in Winchester, MA. Updated LinkedIn profile.
She started her educational career at Mt. Wachusett Community College as a resource specialist/data coordinator for underserved students. Nampeera went on to work within the Boston Public School System including serving as program Manager for BellXcel (formerly Building Educated Leaders for Life) and manager of the Office of Engagement. Most recently she was the Dean of Enrichment at the Codman Academy Public Charter School in Dorchester.
Nampeera is an active member in Black Girls Run Boston, Africans in Boston and the BC Endeavor Alumni Program and Lead Boston YW.
head of school & associate head of school, st. mary’s, lynn
Head of School, Dr. John F. Dolan has an extensive background in strategic planning, enrollment management, and advancement, having worked at a variety of universities throughout the country since 1982. Dolan previously was vice president for enrollment management at Le Moyne College, a Jesuit institution, where he led a recruitment effort that resulted in the largest class in the college's history. Prior to Le Moyne, he served as senior associate vice president for university advancement at Drexel University; vice president for enrollment management at LaSalle University; and CEO of The Catholic Foundation in Denver. Dolan earned a bachelor’s degree in education from Benedictine College, a master’s from the University of Denver, and a doctorate from Drexel University.
Associate Head of School, David Angeramo has spent the last 23 years at Salem High School, 12 as principal and 11 as a math teacher. He was the co-founder of College Prep Plus, a company assisting students with SAT preparation and the college application process. Angeramo earned a bachelor's degree in math from Dartmouth College, a master's in education from Salem State University and a certificate of completion from the Lynch Leadership Academy at Boston College.
Read more about this exceptional search: St. Mary’s New Leadership
Vice President for Institutional Advancement, Boston College High School
Kelly DeGregorio of Milton has been named as the new vice president of institutional advancement at Boston College High School. DeGregorio previously worked in healthcare philanthropy for 16 years, where she built comprehensive fundraising programs. Since 2013, she served as the assistant vice principal of major gifts at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, where she led gift initiatives for clinical and research programs, including cancer, women’s health and newborn medicine, as part of the hospital’s $1.5 billion campaign.
A native of Massachusetts, DeGregorio has worked at Harvard Law School and the Martin Health Foundation in Stuart, Florida. Before that, she worked in marketing, communications and public relations. At BC High, DeGregorio will work with the school’s president, Grace Cotter Regan, and the board of trustees, as well as stakeholders and senior colleagues, in forging the school’s strategic direction. A graduate of Hamilton College in New York, DeGregorio lives in Milton with her husband and son.
Senior Director of Alumni Engagement, Boston College High School
Michael O’Brien joins BC High as the Senior Director of Alumni Engagement after serving as Director of Admissions at Austin Prep in Reading, MA. Mike brings a wealth of programmatic development and strategic planning experience to BC High. In previous roles, Mike created programs for community service and outreach, international student recruitment, athletics and student affairs.
At BC High, O’Brien will work with Vice President of Institutional Advancement, Kelly DeGregorio, to rollout an alumni engagement program that will offer affinity programs and a variety of volunteer opportunities for 15,000+ graduates of the school. A native of Connecticut, Mike graduated from The Gunnery School and Hobart and William Smith Colleges where he received academic and athletic honors.
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I was able to keep pace with demands, knowing our new hires were well supported, prepared for headwinds, and on target to achieve department goals. Mary Gene’s work positively influenced our department outcomes.”