Our Alumni & Development team is dedicated to fostering a dynamic and supportive community that enables alumni, parents and friends to contribute to the school’s mission through their expertise and philanthropy. We believe in the power of connection and engagement, and our team works tirelessly to create meaningful opportunities that enrich both our alumni’s lives and The Peddie School.
Connect
Understanding the importance of meaningful engagement, our team focuses on offering a range of programs and events that foster a sense of community among alumni. Signature events such as Reunion Weekend and the Peddie World Tour are designed to reconnect alumni with their peers and the school, celebrating shared memories and creating new ones. Our We Soar alumnae network is another initiative to empower our alumnae, offering exclusive networking opportunities and resources that help them thrive personally and professionally. These programs are carefully curated to ensure they resonate with our alumni and provide significant opportunities for them to engage with Peddie in impactful ways.
Support
The Alumni & Development team plays a crucial role in supporting the institution by aligning donors’ passions with the school’s needs and priorities. We strive to maximize the impact of gifts by matching them with strategic initiatives that drive the school’s mission forward. Whether through scholarships, facility enhancements or program funding, our donors’ contributions make a substantial and tangible difference. Additionally, we offer various volunteer opportunities that allow alumni and friends to give back in ways that are meaningful to them, further strengthening their bond with Peddie.
We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to connect with you and explore the many ways you can contribute to the Peddie School’s continued success. Your involvement is not only valued but also crucial to our mission, and we look forward to the positive impact we can create together.
Ryan Baumuller
Director of Leadership Giving
rbaumuller@peddie.org
Lauren Bonaventura Sorrento
Senior Manager of Data Operations
lsorrento@peddie.org
609-944-7608
Amy Cabot
Director of Gift Planning and Leadership Giving Officer
B.A., University of Richmond
M.A., New York University
acabot@peddie.org
609-944-7614
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Amy Cabot joined Peddie in 2005 having previously worked in college admissions, alumni relations and fundraising. Amy works with alumni and parents to create and strengthen their philanthropic ties with Peddie. She earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Richmond and a master’s degree in higher education administration from New York University. Cabot lives on campus with her husband, Ray (admission).
Katherine Grant
Director of Engagement and The Peddie Fund
kgrant@peddie.org
609-944-7616
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Katie Grant joined the Alumni & Development Office as the associate director of The Peddie Fund. Grant came to Peddie after spending seven years in higher education fundraising and alumni engagement. She works to build relationships and develop opportunities to keep alumni engaged and connected with their alma mater and giving back in ways that are most meaningful to them. Grant received her Bachelor of Arts in psychology from Franklin & Marshall College, where she was also an All-American swimmer.
Laura-Lee Hensle Radtke
Director of Special Events
B.S., Elmira College
M.B.A., Johnson and Wales University
lradtke@peddie.org
609-944-7968
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Laura-Lee Hensle Radtke ’92 joined the Alumni and Development Department in 2015, bringing over twenty years of experience in special events planning. Laura-Lee earned her Bachelor of Science in management and marketing from Elmira College and an M.B.A. in hospitality management from Johnson and Wales University. She serves as director of special events managing alumni and parent events both on campus and around the world.
Paula Jones
Office Manager and Special Projects Coordinator
B.A., The College of New Jersey
pjones@peddie.org
609-944-7608
Lynn Klionsky
Development Operations Coordinator
B.A., Rutgers University
lklionsky@peddie.org
609-944-7691
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Lynn Klionsky joined Peddie in 2017 after serving multiple roles in the nonprofit arena, including fundraising event coordination and gift processing. She received her bachelor’s degree from Douglass College, Rutgers University. As the development operations coordinator, Lynn ensures gifts made to Peddie are recorded correctly and acknowledged quickly.
Renee LaPorte
Assistant Director of Prospect Management and Research
B.S., University of Phoenix
rlaporte@peddie.org
609-944-7694
Nina Lauer
Gift Planning Administrator
B.S., St. Lawrence University
nlauer@peddie.org
609-944-7681
Shannon Madden
Associate Director of Leadership Giving and Digital Strategy Specialist
Assistant Coach, Girls Varsity Softball
smadden@peddie.org
609-944-7695
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Shannon Madden ’13 joined the Alumni & Development Office in July 2021 and is currently the associate director of The Peddie Fund and engagement. Shannon comes to Peddie after spending four years working in the advertising industry at a media agency, where she developed strategy recommendations for a global consumer packaged goods brand. In her role, Shannon focuses on increasing participation for Peddie’s annual fund as well as building out alumni engagement efforts for volunteers and affinity groups. Shannon received her Bachelor of Science in business administration from Babson College, where she was also a member of the softball team. Shannon is the assistant coach for varsity softball, supporting today’s students as they develop as student athletes and ultimately join the ranks of Peddie alumni.
Bridgette McKnight
Associate Director of Engagement and Reunions
Head Coach, Girls Varsity Basketball
bmcknight@peddie.org
609-944-7931
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Bridgette McKnight ’10 joined the Alumni & Development Office as the associate director of engagement and reunions in 2023. Bridgette comes back to Peddie after spending 10 years in healthcare information technology and coaching high school girls basketball. She works to build relationships and volunteer opportunities to keep alumni engaged and connected with their alma mater in ways that are most meaningful to them. Bridgette received her Bachelor of Science in political science from The University of New Hampshire, where she was also a member of the women’s basketball team.
Julia Meneghin
Director of Prospect Management and Research
B.A., DePauw University
jmeneghin@peddie.org
609-944-7524
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Julia M. Meneghin joined Peddie in the summer of 2016 as director of prospect management and research with more than fourteen years experience in fundraising and prospect development. She earned a bachelor’s degree in German from DePauw University.
Dina Schwab
Director of Donor Relations
B.F.A., School of Visual Arts
dschwab@peddie.org
609-944-7616
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Dina Schwab joined the Alumni and Development Office as the director of donor relations in 2022. She oversees all the stewardship and recognition efforts required to effectively thank and recognize all our donors. She was inspired to join the world of nonprofit development when two courageous parents founded an autism organization, and invited her to be part of their team. Her career grew and transformed, along with the organization, Autism Speaks; she successfully led the organization’s New Jersey chapter, and continued serving the autism community for nearly two decades. Dina received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in advertising from The School of Visual Arts in NYC.
Douglas Seaberg
Leadership Giving Officer
M.A., Binghamton University
B.A., Binghamton University
dseaberg@peddie.org
609-944-7858
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Doug joined the Peddie Alumni and Development Office in 2019 after more than 25 years of development experience in independent schools and higher education. His experience includes The Sidwell Friends School, Choate Rosemary Hall, George School and Susquehanna University. Doug earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Binghamton University. As director of major gifts, Doug seeks to work with alumni, parents and friends of Peddie to help keep them connected to the school and to one another and to keep them informed about Peddie’s mission, vision and programs. Doug also works collaboratively with members of the Peddie family to discover how they might want to engage with and support the school in ways that are meaningful to them.
Karyn Vella
Assistant Head for Development
B.A., Dartmouth College
kvella@peddie.org
609-944-7560
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Karyn Bysshe Vella joined Peddie in 2018, after obtaining more than 20 years of experience in private school admissions and development. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in English from Dartmouth College. As the assistant head of school for development, Karyn leads Peddie’s fundraising and alumni development efforts. She lives on campus with her husband and two daughters.
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