The Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (MSPCC) is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring the health and safety of children through direct services to children and families and public advocacy on their behalf. Incorporated in 1878, MSPCC serves children and families across Massachusetts with offices in Holyoke, Hyannis, Jamaica Plain, Lawrence, Lowell, and Worcester.

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MSPCC

Lily joined [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children) in 2020 and serves as a Communications and Public Affairs Associate. In her role, she develops outward-facing content for the Children’s Mental Health Campaign and leads stakeholder engagement efforts. Prior to joining [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children), she acted as a researcher for [The Atlantic](/org/the-atlantic), focusing her research on the effects of social deprivation on attachment. She has also taught preschool in D.C., Chicago, and Boston. Lily received her B.A. in Psychology and Developing World Studies at [Oberlin College](/org/oberlin-college) and her M.A. in Child Study and Human Development at [Tufts University](/org/tufts-university). 

Lily Samuel

Lauren joined [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children) in 2019 and serves as a Grant Writer. She assists the Foundations Relations Manager in writing grant proposals and reports to support programs and services. Lauren received a B.A. in anthropology from [Western Carolina University](/org/western-carolina-university) and a M.A. in social science with a concentration in anthropology from the University of Chicago. Her graduate research focused on nonprofits. Prior to [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children), Lauren worked at the Museum of Science, engaging with volunteers and interpreting children’s educational programming.  

Lauren Levine

Gabe is the former Executive Director of Bread & Jams, a homeless shelter in Cambridge that served more than 200 clients annually.

Prior to joining Bread & Jams, Gabe held leadership positions at Cabot Corporation, Raffi & Swanson Inc., Boston Retail Products, Palmer Foundry Inc., and Anshe Chung Studios. 

He has a B.S. from [Northeastern University](/org/northeastern-university) in Industrial Technology and an MBA from the University of Illinois. 

Gabe also serves on the Board of Directors for [Eliot Community Human Services](/org/eliot-community-human-services). 

Gabriel Paci

Mike brings 30+ years of leadership to his role as Partner, directing PwC’s Private Equity, Northeast Advisory, and Deals practice. He holds an accounting degree from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and an M.B.A. from [Harvard Business School](/org/harvard-business-school). Mike also serves as Chair of [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children)’s Governance and Nominating Committee. 

Michael Quinlan

Catherine joined [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children) in 2019 as a Policy Associate. In this role, her time is divided between two projects. She assists in the management of the partnership between [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children) and the MA Association for Infant Mental Health (MassAIMH) to promote capacity building for the infant mental health workforce. She also works on research and policy to support foster families across MA. Catherine received her B.A. in Behavioral Neuroscience from [Colgate University](/org/colgate-university) and her M.A. in Child Study and Human Development from [Tufts University](/org/tufts-university). 

Catherine Quirion

Jeff serves as [Sensata](/org/sensata-technologies)’s Chief Executive Officer & President.

Prior to joining [Sensata](/org/sensata-technologies) in 2007, he was the Chief Operating Officer at [Ropes & Gray](/org/ropes-gray), Chief Operating, Financial and Administrative Officer for Digitas, Inc., and served in the tax, audit, and national accounting groups of Ernst & Young.

Jeff holds B.A. and M.A. degrees from [Florida Atlantic University](/org/florida-atlantic-university).  

Jeffrey J. Coté

Jen is an Associate Professor in the Wheelock College of Education & Human Development at [Boston University](/org/boston-university) and a child clinical psychologist. Her research focuses on supporting student social and emotional wellbeing in schools. In particular, she studies how teachers are partners in supporting the wellbeing of youth and the role that schools can play in decreasing racial/ethnic disparities in mental health service access.

Jennifer Greif Green

An investment banker since 2005, Stuart provides M&A and corporate advisory solutions to multi-channel marketers, consumer goods, manufacturers, distributors, and business services. He is a Registered Securities Representative, holds Series 62, 63, and 79 FINRA licenses. 

Prior to his career in investment banking, Stuart was a senior executive with several leading retailers and direct marketers. Stuart taught direct marketing at Bentley College. 

He is active in his synagogue, a member of the finance committee of the Schwartz Center, and an Advisory Board member of the Lyric Stage. 

Graduated from [Brandeis University](/org/brandeis-university), magna cum laude, with a BA in Economics and Philosophy. Stuart holds an MBA from [Harvard University](/org/harvard).

Stuart Rose

Reetika is the Managing Principal for [IA Interior Architects](/org/ia-interior-architects)’ Boston office. At IA Boston, Reetika and her team have designed workspaces that not only serve as tools to support innovation and productivity, but that also improve her clients’ lives and ultimately bring joy. She brings more than 23 years of experience playing a leading role in strategic planning, managing, designing, administering, and negotiating a wide variety of project types. Reetika serves as an executive sponsor to IA’s research group as well as IA’s Experiential Graphics Market.

Reetika Vijay

Mr. Senatore joined the MSPCC Board in 2013 and was named Chairperson in 2017. 

Chuck is executive vice president and head of risk oversight for Devonshire Investors, a unit within FMR LLC, the parent company of Fidelity Investments. Devonshire Investors focuses on long-term investments in operating companies and real estate, as well as the management of private venture funds. 

In his role, Mr. Senatore is accountable for oversight and strategic direction pertaining to the compliance, legal, regulatory, and risk-related functions for Devonshire’s constituent businesses.

Charles V. Senatore

Nancy has been leading [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children)’s public affairs team since 2006 and is responsible for the development and achievement of strategies to shape state policy with the goal of improving the lives of children and supporting families.

Prior to her work at [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children) Nancy served for 10 years in various public policy roles at Jane Doe Inc., Massachusetts Coalition Against Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence (JDI). She holds a B.S. in Psychology from Fitchburg State College, is an appointed member of the Governor’s Council to Address Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence, and serves on numerous state-level advisory committees. 

Nancy Allen-Scannell

Larry joined [Berkshire Partners](/org/berkshire-partners) in 1994 and became a Managing Director in 2006. Prior to joining Berkshire, Larry worked as a consultant at Boston Consulting Group and as a financial analyst at Bowles, Hollowell, Conner & Co. 

He is a graduate of [Duke University](/org/duke-university) and holds an M.B.A. from [Harvard Business School](/org/harvard-business-school). 

Lawrence Hamelsky

Ann oversees Reading Cooperative Bank’s commercial lending division’s underwriting and portfolio management. She is a graduate of [Fitchburg State University](/org/fitchburg-state-university) and also serves as Treasurer for the Eliot Community Human Services Board of Directors. 

Ann Duffy

Julie joined [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children) in 2016 and currently serves at the Assistant Director of Development.  In her role, she cultivates, solicits and stewards a portfolio of current and new agency corporate donors and prospects as well as co-leads major gift efforts. Additionally, she is responsible for the planning, managing and implementation of all agency events. Prior to joining [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children), she was the Director of Events & Visibility at Italian Home for Children where she was co-founder of the Emerging Leaders Society young professional board. She currently serves on the Young Professional Council of Room to Grow Boston and has a B.S. in communications with minors in management and public relations from [Bridgewater State University](/org/bridgewater-state-university). 

Julie Sheflin

Megan joined [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children) in 2015 as Foundation Relations Manager. In this role, she builds and manages the agency’s partnerships with private foundations. Megan writes grant proposals and reports to support programs and services and coordinates applications for funding through state agencies, including the Department of Children and Families, Department of Mental Health, Department of Public Health, and the Department of Early Education and Care. Megan received a B.A. in public and community health from the [University of Maryland](/org/university-of-maryland) and a Master in Public Health degree with a concentration in health communication from Tufts University School of Medicine. Prior to [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children), Megan was a Program Coordinator in [Boston University](/org/boston-university)’s Department of Family Medicine, managing research projects related to maternal and infant health.

Megan Hempstead

Mr. Cronin is responsible for managing the bank’s portfolio of 10 Investment Banking businesses including Structured and Project Finance, Leasing and Asset Finance, Securitization, Corporate Advisory, and Loan Syndications. In his capacity as Head of U.S. Wholesale Banking, Kevin provides oversight and strategic leadership for the bank’s corporate client business. Mr. Cronin joined [MUFG](/org/mufg) in April 2011. 

Prior to joining [MUFG](/org/mufg), Mr. Cronin spent more than 20 years at [Bank of America](/org/bank-of-america) and one of its predecessor firms, Fleet Boston, where he was head of U.S. corporate banking, and head of transaction Banking for corporates in North and South America. Mr. Cronin was also a member of the [Bank of America](/org/bank-of-america) Capital Commitment Committee. 

Mr. Cronin holds a BS in Business Administration from [Boston University](/org/boston-university) and an MBA from [Babson College](/org/babson-college).

Kevin Cronin

Newk has served in [Ropes & Gray](/org/ropes-gray)’s private equity practice since its inception in the early 1980s and served as the first chair of the Private Equity Group. He received a B.A. from [Princeton University](/org/princeton) and a J.D. from Harvard Law School. 

Newcomb Stillwell

Greg is the Founder of Hypotenuse Consulting. He has held a range of leadership roles, including Chief Marketing Officer, at [Capital One](/org/capital-one), Fidelity Investments, [Liberty Mutual](/org/liberty-mutual), and Philips. Greg earned a B.A. from [Brown University](/org/brown-university) and an M.B.A. from [Duke University](/org/duke-university). Greg also serves as Chair of [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children)’s Marketing and Communications Committee. 

Gregory Gordon

Susan joined Bain Capital Private Equity in 2006. She is a Managing Director and Head of North America Private Equity HR & Talent Development. 

Prior to joining Bain Capital Private Equity, Susan worked at [Bain & Company](/org/bain) on the consulting side and also served as Director of North America Marketing and Client Development. Previously, she worked in the global consulting practice of Barents Group. 

Susan received an MBA from [Harvard Business School](/org/harvard-business-school), an MA from the [University of Pennsylvania](/org/university-of-pennsylvania) and a BS in Spanish/International Affairs from [Georgetown University](/org/georgetown-university).

Susan Levine

Jennifer was named Chief Business Sustainability Officer in 2015 and is responsible for identifying growth opportunities through expansion into current and adjacent businesses as well as sustainability leadership. 

She joined [Sappi](/org/sappi-ltd) in 1996 as Vice President and General Counsel and since that time, has held several leadership positions, most recently as Executive Vice President of Strategic Marketing and Communications. 

Before joining [Sappi](/org/sappi-ltd), Jennifer served as Vice President of Rates and General Counsel for Boston Gas. 

She has a B.A. in Economics from the [University of Washington](/org/university-of-washington) and a J.D. from Cornell Law School. Jennifer also serves on the Board of Directors for [Eliot Community Human Services](/org/eliot-community-human-services). 

Jennifer Miller

Courtney has been with [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children) since 2014.  In her role, she coordinates the work of the Children’s Mental Health Campaign. Prior to joining the [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children), she served as a Policy Coordinator at Health Care For All, where she worked to expand access to quality, affordable oral health care and coverage for vulnerable populations. She is a member of the Massachusetts Commission on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Questioning Youth, where she serves as the government relations committee chair. She is a graduate of the [University of New Hampshire](/org/university-of-new-hampshire) with a B.S. in environmental and resource economics.

Courtney Chelo

Melanie joined [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children) in 2015.  As Director of Development, she leads a team of 5 fundraising professionals in activities that generate more than $2 million annually from individual, corporate, foundation, and government funding sources.  Melanie works closely with [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children)’s Executive Director, Board of Advisors, and Board committees to strategically plan and implement fundraising, communications, and public relations initiatives to sustain and grow [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children)’s programmatic impact and footprint across the Commonwealth. Melanie has more than 30 years of development experience holding key leadership positions for non-profit organizations in Massachusetts, Vermont, and California including Italian Home for Children and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. She is a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) and has a B.S. in communications from [Emerson College](/org/emerson-college).

Melanie S. Lima

Mary McGeown has provided executive leadership to [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children) since 2012 and is responsible for [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children)’s advocacy for policies, services, and organizational fund development and stakeholder support. Previously, Mary held the positions of Vice President for Programs and Communications Manager at [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children). In these roles Mary worked collaboratively with advocacy and professional organizations and state government, managed marketing, public relations and communications projects to promote fundraising, advocacy and programs. Prior to her work at [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children), Mary worked in various leadership roles in Massachusetts state government as Chief of Staff of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Chief of Staff of the Department of Youth Services, and Deputy Commissioner for the Department of Youth Services.  Mary holds a B.S. in broadcast journalism from [Boston University](/org/boston-university) and co-chairs the Massachusetts Families and Children Requiring Assistance Advisory Board and the Boston Children’s Hospital Board Committee on Community Service.

Mary A. McGeown

Kristin is the Assurance Leader for the Northeast Market of PwC and has over 25 years of serving private equity funds and private equity fund-of-funds, hedge funds, offshore funds, and registered investment companies.

Kristin has led the Firm’s Asset Management Learning and Education Programs, which included developing and teaching numerous industry-specific courses to our managers, seniors, and associates. 

Until 2014, Kristin also led the Northeast Women’s Partner Group at PwC where she oversaw programs and activities aimed at attracting, retaining, and empowering future women leaders within the firm. 

Kristin was also one of the 2011 recipients of the Massachusetts Society of CPAs Women to Watch award for making significant contributions to the accounting profession, the community, and for demonstrating characteristics that enable women to become leaders in the profession. 

Kristin graduated from [Boston College](/org/boston-college) with a B.S. in accounting and is a member of the American Institute of CPAs and the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants.

Kristin Francisco

Aditi Subramaniam joined [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children) in 2019 and is leading a partnership between [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children) and the MA Association for Infant Mental Health (MassAIMH), focused on enhancing and supporting the infant mental health workforce with the goal of improving access to services for children age birth – 5 and their families. She is a Licensed Psychotherapist specializing in Infant, Parent, and Early Childhood mental health with more than fifteen years of experience, in India and Boston.

Her experience includes clinical work, serving as faculty and trainer, and engaging in systems to build capacity in infant and early childhood mental health. She served as a board member of MassAIMH and currently is the co-chair on their policy committee. She holds an M.A in Expressive Therapies from [Lesley University](/org/lesley-university) and an M.A in Clinical Psychology from the [University of Delhi](/org/university-of-delhi), India. The principles and practices of social justice and equity are embedded in her lens and work.

Aditi Subramaniam

Steve is Co-Chair of [Bain Capital](/org/bain-capital) and serves as the global head of [Bain Capital](/org/bain-capital) Private Equity’s technology, media, and telecommunications vertical and financial services vertical. 

Steve is also the Managing General Partner and co-owner of the [Boston Celtics](/org/boston-celtics), President of the [Boston Celtics](/org/boston-celtics) Shamrock Foundation, and serves on the Board of [Bain Capital](/org/bain-capital) Children’s Charity. 

He received a B.A. from [Duke University](/org/duke-university) and an M.B.A. from [Harvard Business School](/org/harvard-business-school). 

Steve served on the [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children) Board from 1999 to 2017 and led the board for 14 years as Chair. He was named [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children)’s first Board Emeritus in 2017.

Stephen G. Pagliuca

Emily joined [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children) in 2018 and serves as the Development and Design Coordinator. In this role, she designs all of the agency’s marketing materials, curates content for [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children)’s social media accounts, manages all aspects of the gift recording process, and serves as [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children)’s brand manager.  Emily received a B.S. in Integrated Marketing Communications from [Ithaca College](/org/ithaca-college) and worked for the [Ithaca College](/org/ithaca-college) Annual Fund as a Student Development Officer prior to joining [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children).

Emily DiCarlo

Reverend Groover was appointed Pastor of the Historic Charles Street A.M.E. Church in 1994. 

Previously, he served as pastor of Bright Temple A.M.E. Church in the South Bronx, and as an adjunct faculty member at the College of New Rochelle and New York Theological Seminary.  

A committed community advocate, Reverend Groover is involved in numerous efforts to support children and families in Boston and has served two terms on the Boston School Committee, including four years as its chairperson. 

Additionally, he currently serves on the Board of Directors of The Boston Foundation. He is a graduate of [Morehouse College](/org/morehouse-college), received an M.Div. from Union Theological Seminary and an M.S.W. Columbia University School of Social Work, and completed his doctoral work (D.Min.) at the New York Theological Seminary. Reverend Groover also chairs [MSPCC](/org/massachusetts-society-for-the-prevention-of-cruelty-to-children)’s Advocacy Committee.

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