Colleagues,

I write to share the bittersweet news that Jackie Thomas will be leaving her role as Young Alumni Program Director to embark on her next adventure in Chicago. During her 6+ years with the Alumni Association, Jackie has been instrumental in re-envisioning our young alumni and student engagement through the important role she has played in the creation of the YoungND board, Domer Dozen, Bloody Mary and Mimosa Bar, Traditions Book, Life Beyond The ND Bubble, Senior Medallion, and more. Perhaps most importantly, Jackie is a genuine friend and dear colleague to many across the University. Jackie’s final day with the NDAA will be Friday, September 3. Please join me in thanking Jackie for her service to Notre Dame and wishing her well in this new chapter.

We are working to post this position soon. If you know anyone interested in learning more, please do not hesitate to contact me at jflynt@nd.edu.

Best,
Josh Flynt

The Notre Dame UR Family extends its deepest condolences to Giovana Heeter. Her father, Domenic Cataldo, passed away on Thursday, August 5th. Those who knew Domenic understood that he was a “master craftsman” at creating a family culture that celebrated life, love, and laughter. He and his wife, Sarita, were “locally famous” for welcoming others to their dinner table to share stories, friendship, and their impeccable Italian food and homemade wine. A mass of Christian burial was held Wednesday, August 11th at Saint Pius X Catholic Church in Granger. A celebration of Domenic’s life can be found at this link:

https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/elkharttruth/obituary.aspx?n=domenico-cataldo&pid=199700729&fhid=8872

Please keep Domenic, Giovana and Lonnie Heeter, Giovana’s mother, Sarita, and their extended family in your prayers.

-Jason Scarlett

Colleagues,

It is with mixed emotions that I write to share the news that Rich Allocco will be retiring from Notre Dame as of 9/30/2021. Rich joined the Notre Dame Development team in December 2018, after a long and successful career as a Silicon Valley executive. A distinguished Notre Dame graduate, Rich played football for the Irish and was a member of the 1973 National Championship team under Ara Parseghian. Rich has been an integral part of the Northwest region, residing in Northern California and working with benefactors in and around the San Francisco Bay area. His passion for Our Lady’s University, professionalism, and great care for his constituents and his teammates will be greatly missed. A wonderful Notre Dame representative, Rich embodies all that makes Notre Dame and Her family so special.

Rich will be in the Bay Area wrapping up gift conversations and transitioning his constituents over the next 45 days. We are incredibly grateful for Rich’s many contributions to our team, and will miss his experience and passion for Notre Dame. Please join us in congratulating Rich on his upcoming retirement and wishing him continued success in this next chapter in life!

Thank you,

Sean Sharpe

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It is my pleasure to welcome Kevin Frost to the Sorin Society Giving team as an Associate Director, Leadership Annual Giving. Kevin’s first day will be Monday, August 16th.

Kevin is a 2016 graduate of Notre Dame and will be relocating to South Bend from New York, where he started his career. Kevin joined SAP after graduation, before being appointed business and sales development director at Innodata, Inc, an IT service management company. We are especially thrilled to welcome Kevin back to Notre Dame Development, as he was a student caller and manager in our student center (now ND Listens) during his time on campus.

Please join me in welcoming Kevin back home to Notre Dame. His work as a fundraiser will not only drive our giving society memberships, but his love for Notre Dame will serve the Sorin team well! We are thrilled to have him as the newest member of our team!

In Notre Dame,

Pablo Martínez

We are excited to celebrate the promotion of Annie Geary to the President’s Office, where she will work as an Advisor to the Vice President and Chief of Staff, Ann Firth. Annie has been an invaluable contributor to the Development Coordinator Team in University Relations and, most recently, to the University’s Covid Response Unit in the testing center and as a contact tracer. Please join us in wishing our friend and colleague every success as she approaches her 25th year of service to Our Lady’s University. Thank you, Annie!

 

Lori Ehrman Tinkey

 

Great news to share…Nancy Cole will return to University Relations on Monday, August 16 as the new Resource Strategy Coordinator on our Resource Strategy and Administration team.

Nancy will play a critical role in helping to move forward the abundance of hiring going on in the division and will support the financial management of the division as well. For those who do not know, Nancy brings with her a wealth of institutional knowledge, operational chops, and strong relationships from her six years in Mendoza, five years in NDAA as Dolly’s Sr. Administrative Assistant, and most recently four years in the President’s Office as Operations Advisor to Ann Firth. We’re so excited that Nancy is sharing her many talents with our team.

Thanks for helping to warmly welcome Nancy back to UR!

Kathryn Valenti

It is my pleasure to welcome Andrew Owens to the Academic and Athletic Annual Giving team as an Associate Director, Leadership Annual Giving. Andrew’s first day will be Monday, August 16th.

Andrew is a 2013 graduate of Notre Dame and 2019 of Notre Dame Law School. Andrew is joining us from Honigman LLP in Detroit, Michigan, where he served as an Associate in the firm’s Real Estate Law department.

Please join me in welcoming, Andrew, home to Notre Dame. We are thrilled to have him as the newest member of our team!

Kasey O’Connor

Dear colleagues,

With thanks for 10 years of dedicated ND service, we announce the departure of Noell Stohler for a position as Recruiter for TalentSource Staffing. Noell’s last day with UR in the role of Assistant Manager of the DC Team will be 08.19.21.

We are grateful for Noell’s contributions to Development throughout the last campaign, particularly her dedication to the team throughout the pandemic. While she will be missed, please join us in wishing Noell all the best on her new career path.

Note that the position will be posted shortly; if interested in knowing more, feel free to contact me at ltinkey@nd.edu.

Lori Ehrman Tinkey

It is with mixed emotions that I write to share the news that Michael Loungo will be leaving the University. Michael recently accepted a position as Senior Vice President for Development at the Augustine Institute, a Catholic education and media company based in Denver. Michael has been part of the Development team for eight years and has played a pivotal role in leading the Academic Advancement team and in cultivating benefactors who live outside the United States. He feels fortunate to be part of Notre Dame both as an alumnus and as an employee, and will take what he has learned to try to make a positive impact on the lives of others.

Michael shared, “I have been surrounded by exceptional professionals here at Notre Dame, and I am grateful for everyone who helped me grow and accepted me despite my shortcomings.”

Michael’s last day is expected to be in early September. He and his family will continue to reside here in South Bend.

Please join me in wishing Michael all the best.

Best,
Stu