Meet the Team

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.

For general inquiries, please contact alumni@peddie.org.

Karyn Vella

Karyn Vella

Assistant Head for Development
B.A., Dartmouth College
kvella@peddie.org
609-944-7560
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Ryan Baumuller

Ryan Baumuller

Director of Leadership Giving
rbaumuller@peddie.org
Lauren Bonaventura Sorrento

Lauren Bonaventura Sorrento

Senior Manager of Data Operations
lsorrento@peddie.org
609-944-7608
Amy Cabot

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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Katherine Grant

Katherine Grant

Director of Engagement and The Peddie Fund
kgrant@peddie.org
609-944-7616
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Laura-Lee Hensle Radtke

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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Paula Jones

Paula Jones

Office Manager and Special Projects Coordinator
B.A., The College of New Jersey
pjones@peddie.org
609-944-7608
Lynn Klionsky

Lynn Klionsky

Development Operations Coordinator
B.A., Rutgers University
lklionsky@peddie.org
609-944-7691
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Renee LaPorte

Renee LaPorte

Assistant Director of Prospect Management and Research
B.S., University of Phoenix
rlaporte@peddie.org
609-944-7694
Nina Lauer

Nina Lauer

Gift Planning Administrator
B.S., St. Lawrence University
nlauer@peddie.org
609-944-7681
Shannon Madden

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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Bridgette McKnight

Bridgette McKnight

Associate Director of Engagement and Reunions
Head Coach, Girls Varsity Basketball
bmcknight@peddie.org
609-944-7931
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Julia Meneghin

Julia Meneghin

Director of Prospect Management and Research
B.A., DePauw University
jmeneghin@peddie.org
609-944-7524
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Dina Schwab

Dina Schwab

Director of Donor Relations
B.F.A., School of Visual Arts
dschwab@peddie.org
609-944-7616
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Douglas Seaberg

Douglas Seaberg

Leadership Giving Officer
M.A., Binghamton University
B.A., Binghamton University
dseaberg@peddie.org
609-944-7858
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