OUR TEAM

Joe has over 30 years of professional experience, proving to be a successful executive sales and operational leader. He is the past CEO of Marygrove, a Catholic Charities agency, that provides residential treatment for children and young adults who have experienced trauma due to abuse, neglect and abandonment. He has served in executive leadership positions for several privately owned companies here in St Louis, including as President of a private equity national franchise operation.

Beyond his successful career, Joe has decades of experience serving the Church at the parish, ministry and archdiocesan levels. He served on the Missouri Catholic Conference’s Priority Planning Committee, the Archbishop-emeritus Carlson’s Pastoral Priority Planning Team and chaired the archdiocesan Catholic Men for Christ Conference for ten years. His faith is core to his identity, and he is known by many to be a man of integrity that is steady, passionate and committed to mission.

Joe and his wife, Julie, have five children and are parishioners of St. Clare of Assisi parish.  While at previous parishes he is a past member of the Parish Council, ACA and Capital Campaign volunteer, Confirmation catechist, PSR teacher and CYC coach.

University of Missouri – B.S., Business Administration and Marketing, 1989

Michael brings to the Roman Catholic Foundation more than 35 years of experience in asset management with a focus on charitable and wealth planning. Most recently, he was Senior Vice President and Director of Marketing for First Bank Wealth Management Group, and prior to that, he worked with U.S. Trust, UMB Trust and U.S. Bank.

Michael has enjoyed nearly 40 years of community involvement, having served as Board President for the Estate Planning Council of St. Louis, the St. Louis Planned Giving Council and the Arts and Education Council. He is a board member of the Shakespeare Festival of St. Louis, St. Louis Cathedral Concerts, St. Louis Planned Giving Council and currently serves as the Board Chair for the International Photography Hall of Fame. Michael lives in the Central West End and is a parishioner of the Cathedral Basilica, where he chairs the Parish Council and the Stewardship Committee.  He also sits on the Finance Committee.

Washington University in Saint Louis – B.A., Architecture, 1977

Cannon Trust School – Trust Certification, 1987

Laura joins the Roman Catholic Foundation with over 20 years of professional experience and a diverse skill set. Most recently, Laura worked in donor engagement with Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of St. Louis, where she helped connect donors with ministries and programs that resonate with their passions and values.

Before this role, Laura served as Director of Operations of a boutique law firm specializing in complex commercial litigation, where she managed the firm’s finances and day-to-day operations. Additionally, Laura holds a Juris Doctorate and practiced law for several years in the areas of litigation, corporate law, and estate planning before choosing to focus on raising her family.

Laura and her husband have three adult children and are active members of their parish where they deeply value their time with lifelong friends and family. Over the years, Laura has contributed to the parish by serving on the pro-life committee and chairing the annual family picnic. She and her husband also dedicated over seven years to ministry by serving on the presenting team for Worldwide Marriage Encounter, where they facilitated communication and relationship-building workshops for couples.

An enthusiastic volunteer, Laura has held several leadership roles including Board President of the Villa Duchesne City House Alumnae Association, board member of the Parent Network of St. Louis, and board member and Treasurer for Salem Methodist Preschool. She has also volunteered with St. Patrick Center serving meals and as a team captain for the casserole program providing meals for clients of St. Patrick Center.

Saint Louis University – J.D., 1993
Boston College – B.A., Education, 1990

Andrea and her husband have an adult daughter. She has spent the past 26 years serving religious organizations. Most recently, Andrea worked for the Lutheran Church Extension Fund as a quality assurance specialist. She brings excellent customer service skills and a positive attitude to all that she does at the Foundation. In her spare time, Andrea enjoys volunteering and visiting nursing homes to spend time with residents who do not have family nearby.

Andrea and her husband are parishioners of Seven Holy Founders Parish.

Jefferson College – A.A.S., Business Management, 1989

Christina has over 20 years of accounting experience in the nonprofit industry. Most recently, she was the Chief Financial Officer for Pony Bird, Inc.

Christina is currently Treasurer of the St. Pius X High School Alumni Association and Treasurer of the St. Rose of Lima Home and School Association.

Christina and her husband, Jason, have one son and are parishioners of St. Rose of Lima parish. They are very active in their parish and the local Knights of Columbus Council #1185.

Fontbonne University – M.S., Accounting, 2009
Fontbonne University – B.S., Business Administration, 2022