2013-2014 Executive Board Candidates Dan Jachlewski '99 - New candidate for President Dan graduated from Hilbert with a BS in business administration. He has been a member of the Hilbert Alumni Board for two years. Since the year 2000, Dan has worked as Operations Manager for two local offices of Superior Group. Through this position he recruits, hires, and manages employees throughout WNY. His hobbies include baseball, football, and hockey, and he also coaches Little League Baseball. Dan's goals for this year include, meeting new Hilbert graduates, increasing the involvement of Hilbert graduates in alumni events and activities, and increasing the amount of money raised for student scholarships. Krystyl Wachowski '12 - Re-election for Vice President Krystyl graduated from Hilbert College with an AAS in legal studies. She is currently pursuing her BS in legal studies and will graduate in 2014. In addition to school, Krystyl is currently working as a CDD Analyst at HSBC US N.A. Her hobbies are shopping, traveling and spending time with family and friends. Krystyl's goals for this year include getting more individuals and members interested in giving back to the College. She stated, "I appreciate the education I was given and more people should. I show it through serving on the Alumni Board of Hilbert College." Mary Hermans '04 - New candidate for Secretary Mary graduated from Hilbert with a BS in legal studies. Mary also has a BA in sociology from UB and an MBA from St. Bonaventure University. She is currently working as an Executive Paralegal at HealthNow New York Inc. Mary is a part of the Board of Directors as Hospitality Chair for the Taste of Buffalo. She enjoys reading, hiking, photography, crafting, dancing, boxing, and Re/Upcycling home projects. Mary's goals for the upcoming year include keeping alumni engaged with the College through a diverse range of programs and events that foster and encourage the mission and goals of the institution. Dawn Ehrhardt '02 - Re-election for Treasurer Dawn has two Associate's Degrees in both business and criminal justice, and a BS in economic crime investigation from Hilbert College. Dawn has worked for M&T for the last nine years. Dawn has been a member of the alumni board for over 10 years. She is an active volunteer for the Annual Hilbert Golf Tournament as well as various other events.
Amy Meisner '01 - Re-election for Parliamentarian Amy graduated from Hilbert College with an AAS in accounting and a BS in business administration. She is currently working for Five Star Bank at the Attica Office. Her hobbies include getting wrapped up in a good book, playing volleyball, going to tractor pulls, and hanging out with family. She is a member of the Attica Area Chamber of Commerce as Treasurer and as Concert Series Committee Member. When asked about her goals for the upcoming year, Amy stated, I m looking forward to reconnecting with alumni so that our small, but powerful Association can grow and develop. I would also like to explore what alumni events/socials entice past classmates/alumni to Come Back to Hilbert and potentially join the Board to create fresh ideas. I also want to make it a priority of the Association to support the endowment scholarship each year, which give current students the ability to afford higher education. Michael Shriver '11 - New candidate for GOLD (Graduate of the Last Decade) Representative Michael graduated from Hilbert with a BS in business administration and an MBA from St. Bonaventure University. Michael began his career in 2011 at Ingram Micro and is currently employed as Market Development Specialist. He enjoys photography, kayaking, mountain biking, and billiards. Michael's goals for this year include I building ties and relationships between alumni and current students at Hilbert College. With his strong interest in maintaining contact with Hilbert, he plans to continue his services of speaking to current business students and sharing his experiences with them of entering the professional workforce.
Candidates for the 2013-2014 Alumni Association Board of Directors: Bob Benshadle 82 Bob graduated from Hilbert College with his Associate's Degree and is currently working at United Insurance Agency Inc., as Director of Employee Benefits and Financial Services. His interests and hobbies include working out, softball, and hockey. As a member of the Alumni Board, Bob hopes to build enrollment for Hilbert College. Jamie Bigaj '12 Jamie graduated from Hilbert with a BA in digital media and communications at Hilbert. He is currently in sales at The Guitar Factory and has past experience working as Assistant to the Promotions Directors for WEDG-FM, WGRZ-FM, and WHTT-FM. His greatest hobby is as a musician and has a great passion for music. Jamie's goals for this year include bringing an extra spark to the board. He stated, "I have a few years of professional media experience, as well as 13 years as a profession/hobby musician. I believe my outgoing personality combined with my life experiences has taught me a lot already. I believe that this experience, plus everything I have learned as a Hilbert student, will make me an excellent candidate for the Hilbert Alumni Board." Shannon Connor 13 Shannon graduated from Hilbert College with a BA in English studies. She is currently working at Planet Smoothie, while getting ready to go back for her Master s degree. During her time at Hilbert, Shannon worked in Residence Life, Admissions, and Student Activities. Her hobbies include writing, reading, painting, and watching Criminal Minds. As a member of the Alumni Board, Shannon hopes to network and help raise money for the scholarship fund. Amanda Dudek '11 Amanda graduated with a BS in forensic science and is currently working as a Clerk Typist at Tonawanda High School. She enjoys reading, bike riding, boating and sports. She also loves teaching her daughter what the world can offer. Amanda s goal for the upcoming year is to participate in all the events that we host. And to make a plan on how to engage more alumni members, including recent graduates.
Maggie Fage '10 Maggie graduated from Hilbert College with a BS in human services. She also has her MS in Higher Education Administration from UB. She is currently working as a Financial Aid Counselor at Daemen College. Prior to this, she worked at Hilbert as the Excel Program Advisor. Maggie's hobbies include playing soccer, hanging out with friends and family, and watching movies. Her yearly goal is to get more Hilbert alumni involved on campus and increase the participation of alumni at events. Donna Grisanti-Cox 13 Donna graduated with her Associate's Degree from Hilbert in 1976. She received her BSN in 1979 at D Youville and proceeded to get her BS from Hilbert in legal studies in 2013. She is currently working at HSBC as a CDD Analyst and has worked for multiple hospitals in the Buffalo area. She also worked as a nurse paralegal. Her hobbies include reading, knitting, crocheting, biking, hiking, walking her dog, playing piano, and gardening. Donna s goals for the upcoming year are to promote Hilbert, raise money, and be a part of a GREAT school by doing whatever she can to make people aware of this. Jon Hulbert '13 Jon graduated from Hilbert College with a BA in psychology with honors. He is currently pursuing his MS in higher education administration (Student Affairs Concentration) at UB, where he is also acting as Graduate Assistant for Community Engagement. During his time at Hilbert College, Jon was extremely active in such activities as Student Government Association President, Strategic Planning Committee Member, and National Science Foundation Applied Psychology Intern at Clemson University. Jon has served on numerous boards like, Say Yes Buffalo s Post-Secondary Pathways Task Force and Dr. Nathan Daun-Barnett s Research Team at UB. His hobbies include working out, swimming, reading, organizational psychology, politics, playing guitar, chess, and camping. As a member of the alumni board he hopes to expand and strengthen the networking that takes place among alumni. By building a stronger alumni network, he feels that it will be easier for alumni who have jobs to find business partners and will give those that are looking for jobs the opportunity to meet possible employers. He hopes to construct a mentoring program that allows alumni to serve as a resource to Hilbert students who are interested in their respective careers. "Accomplishing these goals will allow alumni to remain close members of the Hilbert family, which is a family that will always take care of each other." Robyn Kulczyk 00 Robyn graduated from Hilbert with an AAS in business administration in 1990. She went on to receive her BA in business administration from Hilbert in 2000 and then received her MBA from St. Bonaventure in 2002. She is currently the Director of Lord of Life Child Development Center in Depew. Robyn is very involved in numerous boards and committee s including, Lord of Life Adult & Child Services, Inc., Lord of Life Lutheran Church Finance Committee, Child Care Resource Network of Erie County Director s As Leaders leadership council and Cub Scout
Pack 616, GNFC (Red Jacket District) Committee Chairperson, involved in Marketing/Web Director. Robyn s goals for the upcoming year include keeping alum in contact with Hilbert or re-connect with alum who have lost contact, creating more beneficial and engaging programs for alum and soon-to-be alum, and also to ensure Hilbert is forever on the hearts and minds of grads! Kathleen Mangan 12 Kathleen graduated from Hilbert College with a BS in legal studies. She is currently working for HSBC and is a previous business owner. She is currently the financial secretary for Kaisar church and also works teaching religious education. She is a new home owner and enjoys gardening. As a member of the Alumni Board, Kathleen hopes to give back to Hilbert and stay involved in the Western New York area. Jerrell Mason 13 Jerrell graduated from Hilbert College with a BS in criminal justice. He is currently working for Community Services for the Developmentally Disabled. During his time at Hilbert, Jerrell took on numerous positions on campus, such as Administrative Assistant for the Admissions Office, Dean of Students, Residential Assistant, Peer Leader, and Student Ambassador. His hobbies include networking, event planning, motivational speaking for youth and young adults, and being the lead singer in a Gospel Band. When asked about his upcoming goals, Jerrell stated, I hope to educate the current students of Hilbert College about the history of Hilbert College; past students that have had major influence. As well as educate them on the benefits of being an active alumni of Hilbert College. I hope to invite current students to build a strong connection to the Hilbert College Alumni Board, before graduating which would give them more incentive to become an active alumni member after graduating. I would like to be a part of creating some awesome events as well as networking opportunities for students. Debra Mogavero '09 Debra graduated from Hilbert College with a BS in forensic science and continued on to receive her Master's Degree in Executive Leadership & Change at Daemen College in 2011. Her hobbies include forensic science/csi computer crime investigation, traveling to see friends & family, reading, attending book club, and various needlework activities. Debby is a Retired Project Manager for Verizon Data Services (GTE Data Services) in Tampa, FL. She is currently an Adjunct Instructor at Hilbert. Her goals for the upcoming year include marketing alumni activities to current and future Hilbert alumni and mentoring current students. Jessie Roland '12 Jessie graduated from Hilbert College with a BS in forensic science. She is currently working as an FASNY Assistant Volunteer Programs Coordinator and has also worked as a Security Guard, Teacher Aid, and a Tutor/mentor over the years. She is the current President of East End Active Hose Company. Jessie's hobbies are hiking, exercise, runs (mud runs), couponing, simple crafts, firefighting, and soccer. For the upcoming year, Jessie's goals include bringing different ideas and events to the thought process, and has numerous fundraising ideas she would like to try.
Kayla Tigue '11 Kayla graduated from Hilbert College with a BS in legal studies. She also has a BS in sociology from UB and an MBA from St. Bonaventure University. She is currently working as a paralegal at Paul William Beltz. She enjoys writing, reading, traveling, and exercising. Kayla's goals for the upcoming year include offering new ideas and reinvesting herself in the Hilbert Community. She hope that she can participate in many alumni events and hopefully help to create new events. "I would like to reintroduce many of the Franciscan values that Hilbert represents back into my own life." Don Thompson - Honorary Don received his BA in Geography at SUNYAB, his Master's in Mathematics Education at SUNYAB, a Master's in Reading at SUNYAB, and a CS in Educational Administration at Buffalo State. He is now a retired teacher, after 30 years of service in the Gowana Central School district. Don also taught Math at the James Blair Middle School in Williamsburg, VA. He also worked briefly as a Colonial Re-enactor in Williamsburg. Don's interests and hobbies include baseball memorabilia, being an avid bowler, taking care of his home and gardens, and 2 cats (Malcom and Lou). Don also worked as a Youth Minister at St. Columba-Brigid for several years. For the upcoming year, Don hopes to help make the Alumni Association a more vibrant and thriving organization. In addition, he would also like to help make the San Damiano Awards Night a more successful event to promote alumni support. Don's late wife is Dominique Thompson who graduated from Hilbert in 2004. Debra Tredo 10 Debra graduated with from Hilbert College with a BS in legal studies. She is currently finishing up her last year of law school at UB and works for Elma Deli. Her hobbies include hanging out with her husband and two kids; their favorite activities include completing jigsaw puzzles, playing board games, and watching movies. She also enjoys arts and crafts. Debra s goals for the upcoming year include raising money for student scholarships and developing a closer relationship between the board and current students. Kolleen Woodcock '12 Kolleen graduated from Hilbert College with a BS in human services and minor in rehabilitation services. She is currently pursuing her MS in Higher Education and Student Affairs Administration at Buffalo State, while also working as a Graduate Student/Graduate Assistant in the Career Development Center at Hilbert College. Her hobbies include scrap booking, reading, and riding her bike. She hopes to one day be a career advisor or an admissions counselor in a higher education institution and help students realize their true potential and help them with their future. In regards to her goals for this year, Kolleen would love to serve and make a difference in our community. She would like to assist with or run a fundraiser to help with the alumni scholarship and would like to be more involved in the golf tournament for next year. Please cast your vote here!