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Gina Rodriguez

Senior Vice President of Advancement

860-837-2448

Rodriguez leads the Laboratory’s advancement strategy and team in support of JAX’s mission to improve human health.

Michelle White

Executive Assistant to Senior Vice President, Advancement

207-288-6119

Michelle is a dedicated Executive Assistant supporting SVP of Advancement in a fast-paced office. A master of organization and efficiency, I thrive on managing complex schedules, coordinating high-stakes meetings, and ensuring seamless operations.

Deirdre Weaver

Director, Communications and Campaign Strategy

860-837-2419

Works closely with senior leaders and the Advancement team to develop and implement strategies, communication vehicles and infrastructure for JAX's comprehensive campaign for philanthropic support.

Miri Strachman

Trustee Relations Manager

410-440-1523

Dedicated trustee relations manager adept at facilitating seamless communication and collaboration between trustees and organizational leadership. Specializes in trustee governance and operational functions, ensuring effective stewardship and alignment with strategic objectives.

Nancy Fox

Senior Director, Development

207-288-6211

Leads a team of philanthropic gift officers and provides strategic guidance on JAX’s fundraising efforts in the areas of principal gifts, major gifts, and planned giving.

Emily Moser

Director, Major Gifts

207-288-1672

Emily works with donors who want to make a meaningful difference in the future of human health through supporting breakthrough research and education.

Sarah Robinson

Director, Planned Giving

207-288-1585

Sarah enjoys partnering with individuals, families and their advisors to meld their philanthropic vision with personal goals and dreams. Sometimes it is possible to “have your cake and eat it too.” With planning, donors can make an impactful gift to JAX while also satisfying a financial, retirement, estate or tax need. To learn more please feel free to reach out to Sarah or visit our website.

Rebecca Bowman

Major Gift Officer

860-837-2223

Karen Cerveny

Corporate & Foundation Relations Grants Manager

916-469-2608

Casey Ames

Administrative Assistant IV

207-288-6263

Supports the Senior Director of Development in the areas of principal gifts, major gifts, planned gifts, and corporate and foundation relations.

Debby Hyde

Director, Principal Gifts

860-837-2153

Oversees a high-performing principal gifts program to build relationships that inspire transformational philanthropy in support of JAX institutional priorities and mission to improve human health.

Lindsay Holtz

Major Gift Officer

860-837-2191

Cultivate and maintain relationships with those who care about JAX's mission while finding opportunities for meaningful philanthropically engagement.

Lisa Burton

Senior Director, Advancement Operations

207-288-1085

Burton leads a team responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of functions to strengthen JAX’s donor pipeline to support multifaceted revenue streams.

Mary Anne Pearson

Administrative Assistant IV, Advancement Operations

207-288-6056

Supports the Senior Director of Advancement Operations in the areas of budgets, travel, and schedules. Team support in the areas of stewardship, data platforms, special events, annual giving, and vendor relations.

Kristen Cocce

Director, Prospect Development & Analytics

Collaborates with philanthropic gift officers to ensure they are armed with the best research and data intelligence to engage the right donors at the right time.

Becky Venturelli

Assistant Director, Prospect Development

Drives JAX's comprehensive prospect research program by systematically identifying, analyzing, and strategizing on individual, corporate, and foundation philanthropic prospects.

Allison Williams

Associate Director, Data Management and Analytics

Jackie

Virtual Engagement Officer

Jackie is powered by AI to help JAX communicate with donors and friends, and to support our faculty and community.

Michael Sullivant

Associate Director, Annual Giving

916-469-2546

Sarah Mischner

Director, Advancement Analytics

860-837-2113

Oversees the JAX Annual Giving program and develops data analyses to advise on strategies and optimize audience insights.

Natalie LaDow

Director, Stewardship and Engagement

Drives JAX's donor relations program with the goal of demonstrating impact of philanthropic gifts and fostering meaningful connections to the JAX community.

AG Barry

Assistant Director, Stewardship and Alumni Engagement

865-258-8367

Cultivates alumni relationships and supports donor stewardship initiatives for the JAX Summer Student Program.

Darcie Smith

Special Events Manager

Smith designs engaging and memorable event experiences aimed at fostering meaningful connections and driving forward philanthropic initiatives.

Lisa Nichols

Advancement Writer

Writes feature articles and fundraising materials that tell JAX's story and demonstrate the impact of philanthropic gifts.