The Office of Advancement & Engagement

NEC’s Office of Advancement and Engagement works with alumni, parents, donors, and friends to fulfill NEC’s mission of music education, artistic excellence, community impact, and innovation.

We partner with the NEC community to inspire deeper connections and philanthropic giving, providing students and faculty with the necessary support to transform the future of music.

Meet the Team

Helen Alto, Director of Engagement & Special Events

Michael Antonitis, Executive Director of Strategy & Operations

Justin Connolly, Major Gifts Officer

Jillian Doroni, Assistant Director of Engagement & Special Events

Cheryl Fries, Assistant Director of Advancement Operations

Stephanie Gozali, Director of Annual Giving

Jen Dilzell Hare, Director of Donor Relations & Stewardship

Kathleen Kelly, Executive Vice President

Tricia Kopko, Director of Advancement Operations

Maddy Littlefield, Administrative Manager

Jackie Gerhold Martocchio, Vice President of Institutional Advancement

Aaron McGarry, Planned Giving Officer

Robin Melendez, Associate Director of Engagement & Special Events

Titi Ngwenya, Major Gifts Officer

Jeremy Sarna, Assistant Director of Annual Giving

Abigal Smitka, Assistant Vice President of Major Gifts and Campaigns

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Advancement and Engagement
New England Conservatory
241 St. Botolph Building
617-585-1100

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