Through this initiative, P&G Alumni are applying the superpowers learned at P&G — strategic thinking, root problem solving, brand building, and behavior change — to help nonprofits thrive, expand their reach, and create long-term opportunities for those they serve.

Our journey begins: Changing Lives, One Job at a Time!

We are thrilled to share the exciting first steps the P&GA Italia Foundation  is taking to fulfill our core mission: helping individuals facing social vulnerability find a firm footing in the workforce and build brighter futures.

The Pilot Test with NEXT and SAVET

We launched our very first pilot project in collaboration with NEXT, an association renowned for its incredible work in integrating vulnerable talents.We proudly note that NEXT is a trusted partner, having been funded by P&G Italia for three consecutive years under their social responsibility projects. We partnered with SAVET, a leading company in industrial and urban green space maintenance, introduced by our Board Member, Federico Minoli. 

Our role was that of a strategic connector between the company and the association. NEXT directly covered the training costs, and our team of PG Alumni – Daniela Bottarelli and Txema Maequiegui –  generously dedicated their time and expertise as volunteers, guiding the participants through the training. As a result, out of 10 people involved, 5 have already been hired and  our collaboration with NEXT continues to secure new opportunities for the others. 

Project approved with  DOLE S.P.A.

Our first officially approved project is kicking off with a giant in the fruit and vegetable sector: DOLE s.p.a., again alongside the NEXT association.

We will be training skilled Warehouse Workers and the program is scheduled to start in January and will last for one month. Our Grant ( 20.000€/ 23.000 USD ) will cover the entire training cost, providing participants with both theoretical instruction and valuable on-the-job experience.  We will involve about 10 participants, and our ambition is for 5 of them to be hired by Dole immediately and the other within one year: This partnership was made possible by Cinzia Angeli, who has a direct connection with the General Manager, Giusto Curti, a former P&G manager.  Volunteers at the Heart are Daniela and Txema who will once again participate directly in the in-class training. The long-term goal is to replicate this successful model at the company’s other warehouses across Central Italy!

Project to be approved  : EmpowerHer proposed by ELIS

EmpowerHer ,proposed by Elis association, is a project designed to provide tools for women’s personal and professional empowerment, developed in honour of Francie Peppier. The initiative focuses on digital skills training to enhance employability in the Customer Care sector. The program is targeted at 15 women, with an employability goal of 80%, and is expected to be funded (USD 25,000) through the generous contributions of John Pepper and Federico Minoli. We selected ELIS, a high-profile association that has previously won a P&G Alumni award. Virginia Filippi is our tireless Champion (advocate and key contact).

Pillars of Trust and Support

We are incredibly honored to have received the support of two P&G pillars:  John Pepper and Toni Belloni.  We thank them wholeheartedly for their trust and their inspiring words and we want to quote few lines of their letters

”  The establishment of the P&G Alumni Foundation in Italy give me pride and emotions (…) Many years have passed, and we still are all very attached to our true alma mater, and joined by a professional experience that has been transformational for our lives as well. So good!!!” Toni Belloni

“To have all these purpose-driven groups of people coming together in a cause of improving life for people—an extension of P&G’s purpose—is an inspiration.” John Pepper

It is just the beginning; there is so much more to come!

With our theme “Better Together” in this report, please enjoy life-changing stories and the many smiles of our P&G alumni grant champions and grant beneficiaries – with 260,000+ lives improved across 47 countries!  Click the Alumni Foundation’s 2024-25 Impact Report image and link below to enjoy success stories, exciting new ways alums have gotten involved, and our financial picture. 

With a sense of gratitude for the skills learned and lifelong friendships made at P&G, alums are paying it forward. Together, we are harnessing the power of the Global P&G Alumni Network to give charitably and apply our expertise to help drive economic empowerment for generations to come.  

We hope you share our excitement, and you will help us do even more in the years to come.  We are better together!!!  

Across all grant years, we multiply the impact of our 86 alumni grant champions who follow their passions and work with nonprofits in 47 countries. Together, we are a force for good multiplied! Our total of 138 grants have improved lives for 260,000+ people in communities now and for generations to come.

Recently, the Foundation elected two new board members. They each bring great passion and philanthropic experience to their roles and are aligned to an innovative strategy to support our continued growth. We are fortunate to have their energy and talent to help leverage our shared values to invest together and create opportunities.  We are excited to expand their role in the Foundation. 

Janet Butler | Ghana, Africa
Janet is a Mechanical Engineer who worked for over 23 years for Procter & Gamble (P&G) in both the United States and Nigeria. She has clocked many “firsts” in her career and is most proud of having been the first Plant Manager for Procter & Gamble Nigeria Ltd.

Janet left P&G in 2000 and moved to Ghana with her family to establish permanent residency. She has had a number of contract Executive roles in Ghana, including Managing Director (CEO) for Pioneer Aluminum Factory, the oldest indigenous company on the Ghana Stock Exchange, and Chief Officer (VP) of Shared Services for Ghana Telecom, the incumbent telecom provider in Ghana. Janet was also CEO of Teligent Wireless Ltd. a Ghanaian-owned company that provides state-of-the-art communications solutions to corporate entities and small and medium-sized enterprises in West Africa.
She is a founding member and 1st President of the Governing Council (Board) of United Way Ghana.

In October 2010, she took on the newly established role of Vice President, Africa Region, United Way Worldwide, responsible for the growth and sustainability of United Way organizations on the African continent.
Janet retired from her position at United Way Worldwide in March 2023. She continues to lend her expertise through Board membership, executive coaching, and strategic advice.

Janet is a member of the Governing Council of United Way Ghana, Board member of GDI Africa, Advisory Board member of LandTours & Avis Ghana and Advisory Board Member of the Kokrobitey Institute.

Janet already been an active part of the Foundation, serving as the alumni Grant Champion for United Way Ghana – championing efforts to break the chains of human trafficking. Janet also served as a founding committee member of the P&G Alumni Women’s Leadership Forum, and in 2024, served as a speaker on the Women on Boards – Champions of Change webinar hosted by the P&G Alumni Network.

Gina Drosos | Texas and Georgia, USA
Virginia C. Drosos is an accomplished CEO, board director, and transformational leader with more than three decades of experience spanning global consumer, healthcare, and retail industries. She currently serves on the Boards of International Flavors & Fragrances (NYSE: IFF), where she is a member of the Compensation, Audit, and Innovation Committees, and the United States Golf Association (USGA), where she chairs the Leadership and Talent Development Committee and the USGA Foundation, where she serves on the Finance, Audit & Risk and Handicap Operating Committees. She has also served on the Boards of Foot Locker, Inc., Signet Jewelers Ltd., Akron Children’s Hospital, American Financial Group (NYSE: AFG), and Cosmetic Executive Women, where she chaired the CEW Foundation – Cancer & Careers.

From 2017 to 2024, Ms. Drosos was the Chief Executive Officer of Signet Jewelers Ltd., the world’s largest retailer of diamond jewelry. She led a sweeping strategic, digital, and cultural transformation that delivered a 540% Total Shareholder Return post-COVID, more than five times the retail industry average. During her tenure, Signet increased revenue by over $1 billion, expanded market share by nearly 40%, and earned recognition as a Certified™ Great Place to Work® for five consecutive years, including honors from Fortune and Forbes as one of the Best Workplaces in Retail™ and America’s Best Employers for Women.

Prior to Signet, Ms. Drosos served as CEO of Assurex Health, where she grew the company’s GeneSight® test twelvefold and led its successful strategic sale to Myriad Genetics, recognized as Ohio’s Venture Exit of the Year (2016).

She spent 25 years at The Procter & Gamble Company, culminating as Group President, Global Beauty, where she led a $12 billion portfolio and built multibillion-dollar brands that redefined beauty categories worldwide.

Gina has previously been involved with the foundation as she was a featured speaker in 2024 for the Foundation’s (Re)Connect & Inspire series for Leadership Circle donors, and became a Foundation Trustee Advisor in 2025.

Gratitude, Growth, 4Good – P&G Alums
Fueled by a sense of gratitude for the skills learned and friends made at P&G, The P&G Alumni Foundation pays it forward. Our grant champions and 300+ volunteers worldwide share their time and talent to empower sustainable employment and bright futures for people in need around the world. This changes lives, communities, and generations. 

Nourishing Lives | Freestore Foodbank & Cincinnati COOKS!
Champion: Mike Kremzar
With 35 years at P&G in senior Product Supply and R&D roles, Mike Kremzar helped launch Cincinnati COOKS! in 2000—a culinary workforce program providing second chances through job training. He continues to serve on its advisory board, helping guide strategic growth.

“What I learned at P&G about purpose and execution is what I bring to Freestore.” – Mike Kremzar
Mike is one of many P&G alums supporting Freestore, including David Taylor, Sue Baggott, Mike Collette, and others.

Breaking the Cycle | Cincinnati Youth Collaborative
Champion: John Pepper
Former P&G CEO John Pepper co-founded Cincinnati Youth Collaborative (CYC) in 1987 to address educational inequities. Since then, CYC has helped more than 180,000 students stay in school and succeed.

“A child’s future can be redefined with a modicum of support.” – John Pepper
John remains an active Advisory Board Member, continuing to champion youth opportunity.

Backing Honduran Entrepreneurs | Adelante Foundation, Honduras
Champion: Robert Johnson
Former P&G Sales leader Robert Johnson supports Adelante Foundation, which provides microloans and training to women entrepreneurs in Honduras.

“Adelante believes in the strength and energy of Honduran women.” – Robert Johnson
A $20,000 grant is helping women like Iris grow sustainable businesses—and hope.

From Poverty to Progress | Cincinnati Works
Champion: Dan Fleming
After 17 years at P&G in Finance and Product Supply, Dan Fleming now brings structure and strategy to Cincinnati Works, which connects people in poverty directly to employment opportunities.

“That connection with job seekers makes my efforts meaningful.” – Dan Fleming
He serves as a volunteer, donor, and Board Member—deepening impact at every level.

Empowering Through Work | Mercy Neighborhood Ministries, USA
Champion: Margaret Szempruch
A 25-year P&G Brand Management alum, Margaret Szempruch served as Board Member and Education Chair for Mercy Neighborhood Ministries—helping strengthen workforce development programs for underserved women.

“Our grants supported training, smartboards, and gap assistance to help women build independence.” – Margaret Szempruch
Her leadership helped expand reach and raise job placement rates.

Skills That Last | Beyond Relief, Haiti
Champion: David Kuntz
David Kuntz and his wife Anita founded Beyond Relief to teach young Haitians trades like welding and carpentry. David brings 35 years of P&G Product Supply experience and continues to mentor local teams on the ground.

“Beyond Relief isn’t about handouts—it’s about hands up.” – David Kuntz

Purpose in Action, Impact in Numbers
Across this four-part series, we’ve highlighted over 30 remarkable P&G Alumni Grant Champions who’ve brought purpose, performance, and compassion into their post-P&G lives. Their collective impact includes:

• Educating thousands of students—including 800+ girls in Sierra Leone
• Funding entrepreneurs across Asia, Africa, and Latin America
• Expanding workforce programs that improve economic mobility
• Volunteering, governing, and mentoring to scale grassroots impact

These stories remind us that a single Champion—or a small group—can spark transformation when purpose meets action.

Join the Movement
Want to become a Grant Champion or support one?
Learn how the P&G Alumni Foundation can help amplify your impact through grants and storytelling.

Together, we’re proving that the P&G spirit lives on—through lives transformed, businesses built, and communities uplifted.

Health and Hope | Arts to End Genocide, Mali
Champion: Jim Bisbee
After 24 years at P&G, Jim Bisbee brings his talents to Arts to End Genocide, where he serves as Board President. From training local leaders to writing grants, Jim’s efforts have helped open a free children’s clinic (serving 11,000+ youth) and deliver shoes to 3,700+ children.

“We’re small, but mighty. The mission is enormous—but so is the reward.” – Jim Bisbee
This impact is also a family affair—his daughter Lisa, also a P&G alum, supports branding and design.

Building Community Resilience | United Way Ghana
Champion: Janet Butler
Janet Butler, a 28-year P&G Engineering alum, was been a cornerstone of United Way Ghana for nearly two decades. As a Governance Council member, she supported education, health, and economic stability programs.

“It’s about building not just systems—but a movement of active citizen leadership.” – Janet Butler
United Way Ghana has become a beacon of locally-led, sustainable development.

 Sweet Success | Partners Worldwide, Eswatini
Champion: Jim Louwsma
Via its partnership with Partners Worldwide, P&G alum Jim Louwsma helped AfricaWorks Swaziland (AWS) distribute 756 beehives to 378 farmers, producing 11,250+ kilograms of honey in their first harvest—generating enough revenue to fund 750 more hives next year.

“It’s about income, resilience, and long-term scalability.” – Jim Louwsma
Jim also guided AWP through a leadership transition, ensuring future sustainability.

From Maize to Miracles | Just Earth, Kenya
Champion: Alex Lloyd Davies
With 16 years in P&G Brand Management and CBD, Alex supports Just Earth, which is transforming smallholder farms through sustainable agriculture.

“I’ve met people who turned scrappy maize fields into towering 12-foot crops.” – Alex Lloyd Davies
Through farm schools and business training, these families are growing futures as well as food.

Dancing for Change | World Dance for Humanity, Rwanda
Champion: Betsy Stivers
Betsy Stivers, a 20+ year alum in Manufacturing and Product Supply, leads the Business Committee for World Dance for Humanity, supporting 25+ women’s cooperatives across Rwanda.

“Our multi-pillar approach—from leadership training to livestock—makes a real difference.” – Betsy Stivers
She helps mentor entrepreneurs, strengthen business systems, and sponsor students.

Girls’ Education & Coconut Trees | Sherbro Foundation, Sierra Leone
Champion: Arlene Golembiewski
After 30 years in P&G Product Supply, Arlene founded Sherbro Foundation to empower girls through education—and fund it through fruit trees.

“We planted 4,500 coconut trees. They now fund scholarships for 800+ girls.” – Arlene Golembiewski
A bold vision turned into 2,000+ scholarships and a sustainable model for community-led education.

Stay tuned for Part 4, where we close out our series by highlighting Grant Champions making waves across North and South America—continuing to embody the P&G legacy of service, innovation, and impact.

Bring a guest! Extra tickets for the Night of Gratitude Party are available here.

Our Second Global “Alum-to-Alum” Auction!
Bid on exclusive experiences offered by fellow alums—with net proceeds going toward grants programs that help those in need. The online auction will go live on June 12 and will accept bids until June 30. The experiences span the globe and already include curated team-building experiences in Zurich and Berlin, bourbon tasting in Kentucky, one-of-a-kind art from Italy, craft beer tasting, and more. 

Do you have tickets, tours, vacation home, or a unique experience to contribute to the on-line auction? Take a look at this link to see donation ideas that can help us raise money to support life-changing grants and improve lives for generations to come! 

ONLINE AUCTION – Donate an Item
Empower Livelihoods & Multiply Your Impact

The P&G Alumni Foundation awarded $230,000 in grants this year—more than ever before. Across all grant years, we multiply the impact of our 80+ alumni grant champions who follow their passions and work with nonprofits in 45 countries. Together, we are a force for good multiplied! Our total of 134 grants have improved the lives of 230,000 people in communities now and for generations to come.

Recently, the Foundation elected two new board members. They each bring great passion and philanthropic experience to their roles and are aligned with an innovative strategy to support our continued growth. We are fortunate to have their energy and talent to help leverage our shared values to invest together and create opportunities.

Meet The New Board Members

Cinzia Gaeta retired from P&G in 2021, having worked in the legal department for 34 years, with her last assignment as VP Legal Counsel Southern Europe. Cinzia has a wealth of expertise having served as a member of the Italian Advertising Jury, Advertiser Union Legal Commission, Ministry of Equal Opportunities, and a Lecturer at Pisa University, Sole 24 Ore Business School, and LUMSA University. Cinzia graduated in Law at La Sapienza University in Rome.

Since retirement, Cinzia has taken on the role of Head of Human Resources & Legal Affairs at Susan G. Komen Italia APS, BoD member at Seniores Italia ODV, P&G Alumni Italia, and Metasociale Onlus.

Cinzia has significant Board experience having served on the BoD for Procter & Gamble, Italia, Fater S.p.A (P&G joint venture), Fameccanica (P&G joint venture) and Procter & Gamble Producto de Consumo Espana.

The P&G Alumni Foundation is thrilled to have Cinzia join the Board and bring her strong depth and breadth of Board expertise.

Randall Smith started volunteering for the Foundation on the Advancement Committee after retiring this year from Procter & Gamble. He brings over 15 years of experience from the Patron Development Committee of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra.

He is a global brand-builder, having worked in the US, Europe and Asia. During his 20 years at P&G in Cincinnati, he worked in BBIC and helped lead many of P&G’s most successful campaigns. His marketing programs at P&G have received 3 Emmys, over 15 Effies and over 50 Cannes Lions including 2 Grand Prix. He was a member of the Multicultural and Inclusive Marketing Lead team and the Brand Mastery Society.

Randall graduated from The College of the University of Chicago with degrees in economics and Near Eastern languages and civilizations. He earned his MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business with a concentration in marketing.

The Foundation is excited to have Randall assume an expanded role on the Board.

I am pleased to report that 2024 finds the Network and our Foundation to be very healthy, continuing to grow and positioned well for the future.

Following our successful  2023 Global Conference held in Washington, DC we are well into the execution of our 2025 conference in Berlin—continuing our history of alternating these events between North American and other key geographies.  The event is being organized by our German Chapter and led by Board Vice Chair Ute Hagen and German Chair Otmar Debald.  The event will take place at the Grand Hyatt in the center of Berlin and will run from Thursday evening, June 12 through Saturday evening, June 14. Among many others, David Taylor has agreed to be an important part of the agenda.  We hope many of you will attend.

Financially, we continue to be on very solid footing and the Foundation had a banner year which you can track in the Impact Report. Rest assured that our conservative approach to financials has the Network and the Foundation protected with the funds needed to operate for several years and plans underway to expand our ability to generate the funding required to grow our offerings for our alumni.

In 2024 we added several new faces to the Network Board and thank several of our peers who have moved on. Joining the Board are Hanxi Zhao from China, Neil Comerford from the UK and South Africa, Fer Jimenez Riveroll from Mexico, and Kendra Speed from the US. We want to thank Stevi Carr, Lisa Reynolds, and Michelle Solano for their service. Our board continues to reflect the diversity of our membership and the global reach of our mission.

Consistent with our mission, we continue to expand our offerings, adding them to our existing enrichment programs, and dramatically improving our communications tools and processes, all in order to serve our members better.

Notable successes, among our programs and initiatives, include:

• Our “Learnings from Leaders” podcast continues to grow its audience.
• Our webinar series, including those in Spanish, continues to secure compelling speakers.
• Our Coaching Program – designed and managed by our Women’s Leadership Forum— expanded out of the test and continues to receive very positive feedback. Moreover, we are exploring ways to bring the expertise of our coaches to the employees of companies run by our alumni.
• Our Peer-to-Peer leadership teams—CEOs, CMOs, and C-Level Women—in >$1B companies continued to gain traction and were an integral part of the global conference. We are exploring groups for CFOs, CIOs, and others.
• Our entrepreneur Business Catapult program has been revised to provide opportunities to alumni entrepreneurs, coaches, and investors – with a financial benefit for the Network.
• Our Younger Alumni efforts are being bolstered by the addition of several younger alumni to the Board.

Further:

• We executed a new event at the Conference dedicated to our Black Alumni with the objective of better serving this community. Kendra Speed has taken on the leadership of that forum.
• We continued to add and build our chapter organization and had several chapter leaders in attendance at the Conference. Ranu Gupta who leads our chapter efforts has helped us add chapters in several cities and countries around the world.
• As can be seen in the 2024 Alumni Foundation Impact Report, our Foundation had another remarkable year in terms of both fundraising and grants, dramatically increasing our impact against the objective of alumni involvement in fostering economic empowerment around the world.

As we enter 2025 in a world of greater uncertainty than we have encountered in some time, we continue to believe that the shared values that connect us as alumni will allow us to deal with whatever comes our way.  My own belief has always been that when we harness the experience, expertise, and creativity of Procter people, we can make great things happen.

As we move forward, I am pleased to report that the Network and the Foundation are healthy and thriving – and it’s all thanks to you.

From our families to yours, our sincere wish for 2025 of Peace On Earth and Goodwill toward Everyone.

Ed Tazzia, Chairman

There is a tremendous amount to celebrate and learn from when looking at Herbert’s career – contributions to the business and legacy in terms of the values he instilled in generations of young people.

Herbert had one of the most remarkable, global careers, joining P&G in Germany in 1966 and holding leadership positions across the USA, Austria, Scandinavia, Mexico, France, the Middle East, Africa, and Eastern Europe. Perhaps his most notable contribution was spearheading P&G’s expansion into Central and Eastern Europe, recognizing the region’s potential.

I first met Herbert in 1987 in Paris, where he was the outgoing General Manager, and began working with him in 1995. At a time of personal doubt after turning down two assignments, Herbert reached out: “I’m offering you an assignment in Eastern Europe—based in Moscow. You’ll start as Marketing Director and become General Manager. This will be crucial for P&G and for rekindling your passion for the company.” The rest is history, with Maria and me cherishing our Moscow years as one of life’s highlights.

Herbert was a giant in every sense—his presence unmistakable, his intellect immense, his heart even bigger. While he kept discussions short and to the point, with questions like, “How much have we shipped today?” or “What have you done for the company today?” and the classic, “Should I worry when I see you?”, Herbert’s mind was razor-sharp and strategic. Behind his sometimes gruff exterior was a scholar, holding both a Master’s and Ph.D. in Economics from top universities in Germany, Austria, and France.

Most remarkable was Herbert’s deep care for people. He took personal responsibility for others’ careers, even at junior levels. During the Russian crisis, he didn’t just consider numbers; he cared about people. Herbert and John Pepper were instrumental in keeping P&G in Russia during the 1998–1999 economic collapse when many competitors exited—a brilliant strategic decision that still strengthens P&G in the region.

Herbert’s legacy lives on through the values he embodied:

1. Transparency – Do as you say, say what you do, and keep it simple—“Shipments are strategic.”
2. Courage and Ownership – Take personal responsibility; if you don’t, how can you expect others to?
3. Care for People – Take care of your people, and they will take care of the business.
4. Perseverance – Work hard but enjoy the journey.
5. Humility – Herbert let results speak for themselves; he never bragged.

Over nearly 40 years of knowing Herbert, I understood he had Only two great love stories: his wife, Monica, his partner since university, and the P&G company and its people.

Rest in peace, Herbert. You will be remembered and missed forever.

Stassi Anastassov

With our theme “Together in Growth & Gratitude” in this report, please enjoy life-changing stories and the many smiles of our P&G alumni grant champions and grant beneficiaries—with 223,000+ lives improved across 42 countries! Click the Alumni Foundation’s 2023-24 Impact Report image and link below to enjoy success stories, exciting new ways alums have gotten involved, and our financial picture.

With a sense of gratitude for the skills learned and lifelong friendships made at P&G, alums are paying it forward. Together we are harnessing the power of the Global P&G Alumni Network to give charitably and apply our expertise to help drive economic empowerment for generations to come. We hope you share our excitement, and you will help us do even more in years to come.

Want to know more about the Alumni Foundation?

With a sense of gratitude for skills learned and friends made at P&G, the Alumni Foundation harnesses the power of our alumni network to pay it forward and empower people around the globe. We are a non-profit established to give charitably as the philanthropic arm of the P&G Alumni Network. The Foundation applies and multiplies P&G alumni expertise to help people in need thrive economically. Through strategic grant-making to charitable organizations with active P&G alumni involvement, we empower people around the globe to build bright, sustainable futures through jobs, vocational training, and new business start-ups.

If you would like to donate, click the link below. For information on donating through Donor Advised Funds or other methods, contact Sarah Woods at swoods@pgalums.com.

Neil Comerford
Neil Comerford is a customer focused business leader with more than 30 years of experience in Commercial and General Management industries. He has lived on three continents and worked in more than 30 countries. Neil is currently consulting companies and investment funds on commercial best practices, company capabilities, and helping to secure investment for high-growth businesses. 

During a Sales and Customer Business Development career in P&G for 19 years, working across WE, CEEMEA, and EMEA, Neil collaborated with many of P&G’s largest global customers and distributor partners. He was (and is), an advocate for and enabler of P&G’s expansion in Africa, working seven years on the continent. Neil is most proud of the generation of P&G and P&G Alum leaders he was able to coach and help grow in their early careers who have now assumed leadership roles of significance. He has recently become actively involved in the P&G Alumni network and has an appetite to help upgrade the attraction and enrollment of young alumni.  

Kendra Speed
Kendra Speed is passionate about helping teams and individuals use their experiences to face new challenges. Her focus on authenticity, purpose, and innovation drives her to inspire others to break through barriers and achieve success. 

As the Global Director of Consumer Insights at LinkedIn, Kendra leads a team that discovers key insights across LinkedIn’s main services, brand perception, and consumer trust. Her work helps shape strategies that improve how people understand and engage with the platform. 

Kendra has ignited more than $2 Billion in product and marketing pipelines for leading brands such as Dropbox, Toyota, Olay, and JM Smucker. Her groundbreaking psychographic segmentation in the real estate industry led to the formation of Charlotte-based homebuilder of Fielding Homes and the rebranding of national multi-family developer Novel. Kendra has partnered with corporations such as BET and P&G to deliver transformative campaigns. As a visionary strategist, she helped to create the national CROWN Act, in partnership with Unilever. 

Fer Jiménez Riveroll
Fer Jiménez Riveroll collaborated within P&G, starting as a scholar in 1991 and growing to band three in 2000. During this period, he held eleven distinct positions, including areas in materials management, shipment liquidation, customer service, sales administration, IWS, and sales. Thereafter he served in General Management of Scorpion, then as General Manager of a Mercedes Benz agency in Querétaro, and later as CMO at DHL Since July 2023, Fer has been a founding partner and Director of Acquisition at NCC, Fer has also been a member of several boards, including the P&G Alumni Mexico Network.

Fer believes that people should remain in a state of constant construction, which is why he continues to learn new things at prestigious centers of learning. Further, his love of philanthropy has led him to undertake many personal projects such as co-writing more than fifty financial intelligence books for children from Kindergarten to High School, founding Deudores Anónimos, and supporting projects like Teletón, Aldeas Infantiles, TECHO, Wikipedia, Greenpeace, and soon Banco de Alimentos

Recently, the Foundation elected two new board members. They each bring great passion and philanthropic experience to their roles and are aligned to an innovative strategy to support our continued growth. We are fortunate to have their energy and talent to help leverage our shared values to invest together and create opportunities:

Dr. Janet Reid
Janet B. Reid, Ph.D. is CEO of BRBS World, LLC, a private management consulting consortium that specializes in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). She and the consortium serve forward-leaning clients whose success is dependent upon building world-class leaders. She has extensive board experience and a long track record of leadership in business and civic affairs.

Dr. Reid spent 10 years at P&G – starting off in R&D in 1980 with a doctorate in Bio-Inorganic Chemistry from Howard University in Washington D.C. With the encouragement of P&G CEO John Smale, Dr. Reid also held positions in Brand Management — ultimately succumbing to her entrepreneurial spirit to found her first company.

Dr. Reid has a long history of board leadership – including as Chair of The Ohio State University Board, Chair of Xavier University Board, Vice Chair of The Mercy Health System and Director positions at the Red Cross, YWCA and the Greater Cincinnati Foundation. Currently, she serves on the Board of Directors of Bon Secours Mercy Health, a $10 billion healthcare system. Dr. Reid has received numerous business and civic awards including E&Y Entrepreneur of the Year, Cincinnati Enquirer Woman of the Year, and was recently named a “2023 Great Living Cincinnatian”.

Janet has already been an active supporter of the foundation serving as and Advisor to the Board for 5+ years. The Foundation is excited for her to take on an expanded role on the Board and the Governance Committee.

Maria Taricco
Maria is currently retired and lives with her husband in London. With a BS in Biology from Royal Holloway in London, Maria accepted a position with P&G to help launch the Portugal subsidiary in 1990. She led the Market Research department and market entry strategies – working at P&G for 4 years based first in Portugal – and then transferring to Sweden to lead the Nordic Europe market entry strategies. She then spent 8 years in brand design and communications – including 4+ years at Design Bridge in London and Milan – serving as key Account Manager. Upon meeting her Italian husband, Maria moved to Milan where she worked for Robilant Associati for the next 4 years, a Milan based brand consultancy. For the past 10 years Maria has collaborated on a free-lance basis with a Portuguese travel publication called Convida in editorial input and translation to English.

Maria began her volunteer service with the Foundation 10+ years ago, assisting in the early Feasibility & Planning Study. Most recently, Maria has served on the Mar/Comm committee, taking on a leadership role with a key focus on social media content. She is also co-chairing the emerging Ambassadors/Marketing sub-committee. The Foundation is excited for her expanded role on the Board.

Fueled by a sense of gratitude for the skills learned and friends made at P&G, The P&G Alumni Foundation pays it forward. Our grant champions and 250+ volunteers worldwide share their time and talent to empower sustainable employment and bright futures for people in need around the world.

This changes lives, communities, and generations.
Gratitude, Growth, 4Good—P&G Alums
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Breaking news from Sonoma California at our second annual Vineyard Experience. It is with huge excitement and deep gratitude to Chip & Juliet Bergh that we announced that … every dollar donated to the Alumni Foundation will be 100% MATCHED through the end of 2024 up to $200,000!

The Bergh Match inspired a first gift at the event. SynFiny Advisors is donating $25,000 as a second match. Many thanks to SynFiny & CEO Jeff Wuest kicking things off well!

QUADRUPLE your donation now! Your donation of $100 becomes $400 with the two matches. The first $25,000 in donations have the 4X match, and the next donations up to $200,000 will be doubled!

As alums, most of us would agree that we share a common sense of gratitude for skills learned and friends made at P&G. At the P&G Alumni Foundation, this gratitude is what drives us to pay it forward. We enjoy coming together to harness the power of the P&G Alumni Network to create a global force for good—giving grants and applying our collective experience to help people in need thrive economically.

“P&G is really like family. … I am happy to support the P&G Alumni Foundation and encourage others to join me. Together, we lift up others who are in need to new sustainable employment.”

– Chip Bergh

Our grants lift up hundreds of thousands of individuals and their families. While we have come a long way, there is still much to be done. For every grant we make, there are four more waiting for funding.  Also, an Alumni Foundation grant serves as a trusted credential and multiplier for further fundraising by award recipients. One recipient told us of an 8:1 multiplier from one $20,000 award!

Donating is a way to continue P&G’s mission of improving lives in the places we live, work and serve. If you are able to add the P&G Alumni Foundation to your current giving circle, please DONATE TODAY and GET MATCHED!

Special thank you to

1. Chip & Juliet Bergh for this amazing matching gift that will sustain grants for a year and to Chip for serving as an Honorary Guest Co-Host.
2. Tarang Amin for serving as an Honorary Guest Co-Host and for a generous donation that just came in post our fun fundraiser from the Tarang & Hirni Amin Family.
3. SynFiny Advisors for being the first to step up with a major matching gift of $25,000
4. Karen Francis DeGolia for sharing her beautiful vineyard setting with us, donating all the wine for the event, and arranging an exceptional dinner perfectly paired with wines from the estate.
5. Limerick Lane Cellars for hosting us for the Rocky Knoll tour, dinner in the 1910 historic vineyard, poolside receptions, and lovely Farmhouse accommodations.
6. Our Event Team – Deb Kielty, Shantini Munthree, Ranu Gupta, Julie Lumgair, Diane Chen, and Sarah Woods
7. All who attended 
8. All who purchased wine in support of the P&G Alumni Foundation

If you would still like to purchase wine in support of the Alumni Foundation, please go to limericklanewines.com or club@limericklanewines.com for assistance and email pgalumfoundation@limericklanewines.com with your order number to give credit for the proceeds. Additional thanks to Karen and Limerick Lane for donating 10% of the proceeds from wine sales to the P&G Alumni Foundation.

Sponsoring Alumni Greg York leads various volunteer groups and coordinates farm maintenance and building management. His leadership, alongside Barbara and Becky’s advocacy and support, has been instrumental in Tikkun Farm’s growth and success. ?

Through Tikkun Farm’s job training program, participants gain essential skills in carpentry, electrical, agriculture, and culinary arts, alongside valuable life skills like accountability and respect. Greg’s experience at P&G has played a pivotal role in shaping Tikkun Farm’s vision and approach, highlighting the importance of strong leadership and management skills.

In 2023-2024, Tikkun Farm will expand its training program, combining trauma-informed care experiences with technical skills training in Environmental Care, Building Trades, and Culinary Arts. Participants receive hands-on training addressing stressors and improving their chances of success.

With the most recent PGAF grant we are proud to support Tikkun Farm to expand the training program from 50 to 90 participants in 2024. Funds will support salaries, equipment, farming tools, seeds, starter plants, and certification costs, ensuring the program’s success and impact.

Though born from tragedy, Tikkun Farm’s job training program is a beacon of hope, honoring the memory of individuals like Monie by providing opportunities for transformation and empowerment. Monie, a young man who found solace and support at Tikkun Farm after facing homelessness and challenges in his home environment, tragically lost his life to gun violence. His story motivates Tikkun Farm to continue their vital work, ensuring that others like Monie have access to support, skills, and hope for a brighter future. Together, we can create a brighter future for all.

Among these remarkable individuals stands Ana, a courageous mother and caregiver whose journey into entrepreneurship began with the unwavering support of FOB and the Cultural Center of Batahola Norte (CCBN). Despite facing numerous challenges, Ana’s determination knows no bounds as she balances household chores, caring for her children, and preparing for her business—a true testament to her resilience and commitment to creating a better future for her family.

Ana’s story epitomizes the transformative power of entrepreneurship supported by FOB. With the mission to provide art, cultural, and educational opportunities for the most vulnerable in Managua, FOB is changing lives. The P&G Alumni Foundation is proud to partner alongside sponsoring alum Dave Stickel to empower women like Ana to break the cycle of poverty and unemployment.

The project’s objective is clear: to meet the need for sustainable and stable incomes for women and their families. Through entrepreneurial training, personal development workshops, and an ‘Entrepreneurship Fair,’ Ana and 24 other women will receive the support and mentorship they need to start their own businesses.

But Ana’s journey is just one chapter in FOB’s larger narrative of impact and empowerment. Together, we can create a brighter future where every woman has the opportunity to thrive and succeed. Join us in celebrating Ana, FOB, and the transformative power of women’s entrepreneurship in building stronger, more resilient communities.

It’s a process of rejuvenation, where you polish your talents, set meaningful objectives, and sweep away obstacles to reveal a clearer, brighter path forward. Through coaching, you can embrace the season of renewal, revitalizing your career trajectory and enhancing your overall well-being.

Our team of experienced and ICF-certified P&G Alumni Coaches is ready to partner with you on this journey. Remember, the journey toward joy and fulfilment is ongoing—a beautifully endless cycle of discovery, growth, and transformation.

Proudly Sponsored by the P&G Alumni Women’s Leadership Forum

But Fati’s story is just one chapter in AtEG’s larger narrative of impact and empowerment. Thanks to the generous support of the PGAF grant, AtEG is expanding its reach to train 180 women in soap-making, braiding/plaiting, dying, milk processing, henna, and pottery.   Trainees will be residents of Faladie as well as the IDP camp in Zantiguila.  The camp is for those displaced by terrorists and made to live in a camp built over an active garbage dump.  The women involved will not only gain valuable skills but also improve living conditions for more than 1000 members of the community.

The PGAF would also like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our sponsoring alum, James Bisbee, who spent 24 years at P&G in PSO in the U.S. James’s commitment to empowering women and communities is creating the ability to create lasting change. The PGAF is honored to support his work with Arts to End Genocide.

As we celebrate Fati, James, and all the extraordinary women of AtEG, let’s reaffirm our commitment to supporting women’s empowerment and creating a more inclusive and equitable world for all. Together, we can build a future where every woman has the opportunity to shine and succeed. ?

The Foundation invests in global programming that contributes toward real employment, financial independence, and the economic well-being of those served. The core areas supported are:

1. Job skills development & vocational training
2. Business-related skills education & training
3. Entrepreneurial or business ventures viable in local communities

Review Eligibility Requirements, Vetting Procedures, and Submission Details here.

Learn more about our 2023 Grant Recipients here.

For general application or content questions contact: Sue Wilke

For system or technology questions contact: Patrick Hartnett

About the P&G Alumni Foundation:

The P&G Alumni Foundation, the charitable arm of the P&G Alumni Network, has a mission of creating opportunities for those less fortunate – a mission grounded in the shared values that unite us as Alumni. Through strategic grant-making, the Foundation improves the quality of life worldwide by economically empowering individuals in need to achieve greater financial independence and economic well-being for themselves, their families, and their communities. 

Bringing its mission to life, the Foundation invests in programs and projects that contribute toward real and sustainable employment. What makes us unique is that a P&G Alumni sponsor must be actively and meaningfully involved with the charitable organization making a grant request. Learn more or donate by visiting our website.