Transitioning Leadership: Recognizing Retiring Board Members and Welcoming New Trustees

By Rob Moore, Governance Committee Chair

THANK YOU, AUDREY AND ROGER

We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to two dedicated and committed, long-serving trustees, Audrey Hagerman and Roger LaFontaine.

Audrey has been a leader and committed board member two different times (1991-2012) and (2019-2024). Audrey’s involvement with various committees, including Governance and Human Resources, has shaped the program’s growth, and as a member of the Mayhew Legacy Society with her husband George, she leaves an enduring impact. Most impressively, Audrey inspired us all with a remarkable 1,600-mile bike ride from Maine to Florida to raise awareness and funds for Mayhew, going above and beyond. We thank Audrey for all she has done to make a difference for the boys. Audrey will continue to support Mayhew and the boys by serving on the Mayhew Advisory Council.

Roger’s journey with Mayhew began in 2001 when he was inspired by Audrey to join the board. He has brought invaluable insight, most recently serving on the Investment and Fore the Boys Golf Tournament Committees. Roger’s work, including planning the 26th tournament, exemplifies his passion for supporting New Hampshire boys.  Like Audrey, Roger will also continue to support Mayhew and the boys by serving on the Mayhew Advisory Council.

We are deeply grateful for Audrey and Roger’s tireless contributions and unwavering commitment to the Mayhew Program and the boys.

MAYHEW WELCOMES TWO NEW TRUSTEES- SCOTT ALLENBY AND JENNIFER CRANE

Scott is the Chief Strategy and Communications Officer at Proctor Academy and has long been a dedicated supporter of Mayhew and its mission. With over 20 years of experience in the independent school world, Scott has served as a teacher, administrator, coach, and mentor. His deep understanding of the positive impact mentorship can have on young people, especially boys, aligns perfectly with Mayhew’s values. Scott has long admired the commitment of those who have dedicated their lives to the program and its boys, and he is eager to continue this important work. Scott looks forward to sharing his expertise in marketing, fundraising, and messaging. He is passionate about raising awareness and elevating Mayhew’s mission, both across New Hampshire and beyond, helping the organization grow and reach even more young people. We are thrilled to have Scott’s vision and leadership as part of our team and look forward to the positive impact he will undoubtedly make.

Jennifer, the former Director of Development at the Mayhew Program, has built a successful career in fundraising. She has held positions at Bowdoin College, the University of Maine School of Law, Mayhew, and currently serves as Senior Director of Advancement for Engagement and Operations at her alma mater, Holderness School. Jennifer also recently completed nine years of service on the Circle Program Board of Directors.

A New Hampshire native with deep ties to Newfound Lake, Jennifer is passionate about Mayhew’s mission and believes strongly in the transformative power of camp and mentorship for young people. She is eager to apply her expertise in fundraising, fiscal oversight, operations, and board leadership to support Mayhew’s continued growth.

Jennifer looks forward to reconnecting with the Mayhew community and helping advance its mission by strengthening connections to build a lasting support network for the boys.

Executive Director Peter Saliba, who was one of Jennifer’s former teachers at Holderness School, is excited to welcome her back to Mayhew as a member of the Board.

MAYHEW TRUSTEES

The Mayhew Board of Trustees is composed of sixteen individuals and is the governing body of the program. The Board is responsible for hiring the Executive Director, for board member recruitment, for helping to manage the finances of the program and other fiduciary duties, for strategic planning, for fundraising, for ensuring the program complies with legal requirements, and for representing the organization’s mission, values, and vision.

The current board consists of: Rick Alpers (Bristol), MJ Keane (Rye), Susan Martore-Baker (Bedford), Patrick Moriarty (Hebron), Sammy Baldini (North Hampton), Tom Berry (New Hampton), Lisa Fuller Bottomley (North Hampton), Jay Buckley (Plymouth), Chris Fischer (Portsmouth), Drew Landry (Harrisville), Rob Moore (Bridgewater) , Steve Rothenberg (Hopkinton), Jim Schofield (Marlborough), Nick Silitch (Dublin), Scott Allenby (Andover), and Jennifer Crane (Plymouth).