Dear Colleagues,

Please give a warm welcome to Colin McNamara who joins regional development today as a regional director. Colin has spent the last five years working in the admissions office at Holy Cross College, Notre Dame, Ind. During the last two and a half years, Colin served as the Director of Admissions. He earned his bachelor’s degree in business from Indiana University South Bend. He is currently pursuing a master’s in business administration from the University of St. Francis. Colin is married to Claire. They, along with their sons Joseph and (soon-to-be-born) John, call South Bend home. Rooted in the community since childhood, Colin possesses a passion for both the University of Notre Dame and the South Bend Community.

Colin’s regional development team will be determined soon. Please be sure to say “hello” to him this week.

Thank you.
Jerry Barca

All,

I write to share the news that Greg Williamson will be leaving the University as of July 1. Greg has served as a Regional Director since 2021, working with families in the Orange County and LA areas. We are grateful for his work with benefactors and collaboration over the last few years. Please join me in wishing Greg the best of luck on his future endeavors.

Best,

Shelby Carroll

Amber comes to us locally after 19 years at Beacon Health System, working her way through college, and then developing professionally as a Senior Systems Analyst for the last 10 years. She is ecstatic to be joining the Data Management team with The Office of Development!

Amber received her Bachelor of Science in Business from Indiana University, South Bend and grew up just over the state line in Niles, MI. She and her husband, JR, have 2 kids, Isaac and Adaline, both of whom attend Saint Joseph Grade School, where Amber serves as HASA Co-Chair, leading volunteer activities, and soaking up time with her kids before she becomes ‘uncool’!

In her spare time, Amber is a runner, currently training for her first and only Marathon, a reader, and passionate about spending time with her family. Soccer Mom is a title she embraces and logistics are her specialty!

Amber’s first day is Monday, June 3rd.

–Patty Herrity

I am thrilled to announce that Eli Fish will be joining us as an Associate Regional Director, starting on June 3rd.

Eli holds a Master’s degree in Education from Notre Dame and a Bachelor’s degree in Communications with a minor in English and Gender Studies from Saint Anselm College.

With two years in Notre Dame’s admissions office, Eli has experience managing seven recruiting territories, traveling to share Notre Dame with prospective students and their families, navigating a holistic application review process, and educating coaches on the admissions process to aid their recruiting efforts.

Although a Mainer by heart, Eli is excited to further Notre Dame’s mission and serve within a supportive team dedicated to building lasting relationships. He looks forward to joining the Annual Giving Team and continuing his growth in a community that feels like home.

Please join me in welcoming Eli Fish!

Indi

 

Eli Fun Facts:

– Obsessed with sports and a huge New England sports fan, especially the Red Sox

– Avid reader and wishes to spend his summer devouring books at the beach

– Physically received his master’s degree before his bachelor’s degree (COVID)

– Loves the idea of cooking but can’t imagine himself actually cooking

– Grew up in rural Maine with no internet access and spent much of his youth playing outside and gardening with his parents

Dear University Relations Team,

I’m reaching out to share some bittersweet news. Dezha Moore recently shared that she’s decided to pursue new opportunities outside her current role. While we will miss her, we wholeheartedly support her in this new chapter of her career. Her last day will be May 17th.

Dezha is thankful for her time at University Relations, especially to her colleagues on the Giving Programs Team: Leslie, Wendy, Hannah, and Raegan. She is also thankful to department leaders who have supported her.

Please join me in expressing our heartfelt appreciation to Dezha for her dedication and hard work. While her presence will be missed, we wish her nothing but success and fulfillment in her future endeavors.

Just to let you know, we hope to hire someone for this role in the coming months. In the meantime, please feel free to contact Meredith Sharwarko msharwar@nd.edu with any project requests/outstanding items.

With love and respect,
Meredith Shawarko

Dear friends and colleagues,

We are excited to share two important announcements for our regional development team.

Sean Sharpe has accepted an opportunity to join the East Coast team, cultivating relationships with several of the University’s top benefactors in Atlanta and Nashville. Before leading the Northwest region for more than 4 years, Sean served as a regional director in the East and New York regions, working closely with benefactors in New York City.

Jason Scarlett has accepted an opportunity to join the Southern team, cultivating relationships with generous benefactors in Kansas City, St. Louis, and southwest Florida. Before leading the Central region for the past 3 years, Jason served as a regional director for 11 years, working closely with Notre Dame families in what was formerly known as the Midwest region.

Please join us in congratulating Sean and Jason and thanking them for their continued leadership in service to Notre Dame and this team.

All the best,
Nadia Erickson and Tim Kelly

Dear Colleagues,

Please join me in welcoming Annabelle Hilson to Regional Development as a Development Coordinator (DC).

A recent graduate of Notre Dame’s Masters of Nonprofit Administration (MNA) program, Annabelle completed her undergraduate studies at the University in May of 2023 with a degree in Business Analytics. During that period she served as an RA in Cavanaugh Hall, as well as the ND student softball manager.

Annabelle grew up in Minnesota and has worked for Minnesota Wild and Skyhawks Sports Minnesota. A strong advocate for underserved individuals, she currently volunteers for the Boys & Girls Club of St. Joseph County. Her interests include travel, outdoor walks, softball, and baseball. Annabelle’s first day is May 20th and she will support fundraisers in Athletics.

Welcome to Development!

Angie Dennig

Please join me in welcoming Teresa Pocius back to Notre Dame and to the Annual Giving team! Teresa will be serving as the Associate Director, Annual Giving Events and Stewardship, leading our Giving Society events and assisting with our stewardship of members.

Teresa is joining us after serving as the Equipment Operations Manager for the Duke Women’s Basketball team. Teresa has previously worked at Notre Dame in Athletics in Crowd Control and Equipment Services and is a South Bend native. She and her fiance, Joe, are excited to be back home!

-Conor

Dear Colleagues,

It is with mixed emotions that I share the news of Tracey Mulherin’s ’02 departure from the IT&S within the Development Office, effective May 10th, 2024. After years within our Notre Dame family as a student [’02] and staff employee, Tracey has made the decision to prioritize her time with her family and take some time away from work. Additionally, Tracey will be graduating from Notre Dame in May 2024 with her MS in Data Science.

As Tracey moves on to this new chapter in her life, Meggie Richard ’15 will transition to the Annual Giving space as an embedded resource. Tracey has been instrumental in the success of Annual Giving, and her absence will undoubtedly be felt.

On behalf of the entire team, I would like to extend my sincerest appreciation to Tracey for her hard work and commitment. Tracey, we wish you nothing but the utmost success in all your future endeavors.

Warm regards,

Wayne