Alumni Board of Directors

The Iona University Alumni Association's Board of Directors is dedicated to fostering a strong connection between the University and its graduates. Composed of volunteer ambassadors, the Board strives to engage, connect, leverage, and benefit the Iona community.

Alumni Association's Board of Directors at 2024 retreat.

Goals

By supporting the University through their time, treasure, and talent, Board Members play a vital role in enhancing the alumni experience and advancing Iona’s mission by:

  • Strengthening the alumni network and enhancing community engagement.
  • Providing ongoing support for the University through financial contributions and volunteer efforts.
  • Facilitating professional and personal development opportunities for alumni.
  • Promoting the University’s core values and mission.
  • Coordinating initiatives that benefit alumni and the University community, including idea generation and program assessment.
  • Increase alumni participation to 15% & achieve Annual Fund Targets.
  • Promote and grow the Gaels Go Further Mentoring Program.
  • Re-focus alumni engagement through affinities & early interventions.

Board Members 2023-2025

Officers

President
James P. Oates '95

Vice President
Vincent C. Parise '00

Secretary
Claire L. Mungiguerra '75, '78MBA

Treasurer
Kevin R. Callahan '84

Alumni Representative to the Board of Trustees

Anita L. Iaco '85

Directors

Anthony A. Capentieri '06, '07MBA
Chris M. Connolly '91
Brigid Hanley Donnelly '00
Grace Ferri '09
CJ Funaro '15
Robert J. Hayes '11
Malik Henry '19
Anita L. Iaco '85
Natale F. Kennedy '92, '98MS
Joseph R. Kolinsky '92
Kayla M. Kosack-Haughton, JD, '17
Scott A. Mangino '08
Darcy M. McCabe '94
Thaysha C. Menardy '05
James A. Miller '05MBA
Elizabeth Rodriguez '22
Mark A. Andrews '98, '00MS
Kyle Byrne '15, '20MBA
Matthew P. Cipriano '06, '09MBA
Brendan T. Droge '05
Gabrielle Gambrell '08, '10MA
William H. Giles '73
Theresa A. Gottlieb, Esq., '78
Timothy J. Horohoe '91
Anthony J. Riina '91
Cameron T. Woods '14

Board Committees

  • Golden Gaels
  • Maroon & GOLD
  • Affinity
  • Branding & Benefits
  • Recognition
  • Gaels Go Further
  • Committee on the Board