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We’re all about our alumni

Graduation doesn't signify the end of your link to the Abbey; instead, your connection to the college will continue to grow as you pursue your personal and professional goals. We're here to help you along the way. Whether you're looking to connect with fellow alumni or make a donation to your alma mater, you'll find resources here.

Meet the College relations team

Philip Brach, VP of College Relations

Position: Vice President of College Relations
Contact: PhilipBrach@bac.edu | 704-461-5073

Philip Brach oversees the College Relations office. This includes the strategic and operational direction of philanthropic programs from individual giving to major gifts. Additionally, the office coordinates all external relationships for the college, including alumni, parents, friends, business, and community leaders.

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Samantha Donohue, Associate VP of Administration

Position: Associate Vice President of Administration
Contact: samanthadonohue@bac.edu | 940-231-0366

Samantha Donohue leads the administrative team in the College Relations office. She primarily oversees database management, prospect research, gift acceptance processes, stewardship, alumni relations, parent association, and individual giving strategy.

Augusta Gladd, Associate VP for Strategic Initiatives

Position: Associate Vice President for Strategic Initiatives
Contact: AugustaGladd@bac.edu | 704-860-6739

Augusta L. Gladd ’91 has returned to the Abbey leading the major gifts program and developing strategic philanthropic opportunities for advancing the College’s mission with alumni, parents, friends, and other community leaders.

Monica Mattioli, Dir. of Planned Giving

Position: Director of Planned Giving
Contact: monicamattioli@bac.edu | 704-461-6674

Monica Mattioli facilitates support of the College, especially among donors who are interested in extended horizon investments for the future, such as endowments, estate planning, and long-term financial commitments.

Chris Egan, Exec. Dir. of Major Gifts

Position: Executive Director of Major Gifts
Contact: chrisegan@bac.edu | 704-461-6571

Chris Egan is responsible for keeping alumni and benefactors engaged with the College, and securing financial resources to further the mission of the College. Chris travels extensively to meet with alumni across the country.

Grounded in possibilities

Having an education rooted in the liberal arts provided me with a well-rounded understanding of different areas of study, and refined my ability to learn and think critically. I made some of my best friends and met some incredible professors and mentors during my time there.

GRACE BRUNO 2017
English and Government & Political Philosophy
Office of Management & Budget, The Executive Office of the President