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P&G Foundation Speed Networking Virtual Event

Mark your calendars for our first virtual Speed Networking Event of 2025 brought to you by the P&G Alumni Foundation!

Our two events last year brought together 60 alums across 14 countries. We enjoyed the opportunity to learn about the impressive and diverse talents and experiences within our community and fostered many interesting new friendships and connections. Let’s build on that success together!

We promise no awkward silences—we’ll guide the conversations with prompts and activities. We look forward to seeing you at the event!

  • Date: Tuesday, February 18th
  • Time: 10-11 AM EST

Register here

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.

WLF and Foundation: Women on Boards – Champions of Change

Join Us for a Special Enrichment Series Webinar: Women on Boards—Champions of Change, in partnership with P&G Alumni Foundation and Women’s Leadership Forum!

We are thrilled to welcome Janet Butler, Teri List, and Juliana Azevedo as they discuss their experiences and the impact women bring to board leadership.

Learn firsthand how these incredible women have championed change in their industries and communities.

Janet is a Mechanical Engineer who worked for over 23 years for Proctor & 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.

Teri List served as executive vice president and chief financial officer at Gap, Inc., where she oversaw the finance, real estate and information technology organizations, as well as interim oversight of supply chain. List also served as the executive vice president and chief financial officer of Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc. and Kraft Foods Group. From 1994 to 2013, List was with Procter & Gamble, progressing to senior vice president and treasurer. Before this she spent over nine years at Deloitte & Touche LLP.

Juliana Azevedo leads P&G ’s second largest category, Home Care, a business with meaningful value creation potential across categories and markets. The portfolio includes iconic brands such as Dawn, Cascade, Fairy, Mr. Clean, Swiffer and Febreze that strive to make household chores simpler, faster, more sustainable and accessible to everyone. Juliana also leads P&G Professional, which serves the foodservice, building, cleaning and maintenance industries with some of the world’s most trusted cleaning products. Juliana other roles include Executive Sponsor Gender Equality, LinkedIn Top Voice and Member of the board of United Way Worldwide

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.

P&G Foundation Speed Networking Virtual Event

Mark your calendars for our second virtual Speed Networking event brought to you by the P&G Alumni Foundation!

We are building on the success of the first event held in June this year where 20+ alums from 19 cities across 12 countries took part. The event was magical. The P&G spirit of connection and collaboration is alive and well!

Please join us for our second session to connect with fellow alumni, make new friends, laugh, and be inspired by other people around the world. It’s a fun, fast-paced way to expand your network and be inspired by the talent within our community.

We promise no awkward silences—we’ll guide the conversations with prompts and activities

REGISTER HERE

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.

SF Bay Area Chapter: Join Us for the Annual Wine Country Gathering

It’s that time of year again to plan for our Annual Wine Country Gathering, and we’re aiming for an even bigger and better event this time around. Our generous chapter board member and host, Karen DeGolia, graciously invites you to her winery, Limerick Lane, for three exciting events over the weekend of July 26th to 27th.

SF Bay Area Chapter Event

Date: Friday, July 26, 2024

Location: Limerick Lane Cellars at 1023 Limerick Ln, Healdsburg, CA 95448

Hosts: SF Chapter Board and Limerick Lane Cellars. We’re delighted to be joined by some global chapter leaders who will also be in town for a PGAN Leadership Summit.

Itinerary:

  • 4:00 pm Welcome at Winery – Hosted by Shantini, Julie, and Diane
  • 4:10 pm Rocky Knoll Tour: A guided walk-and-talk about the vineyard & winemaking (led by Karen). Don’t miss the chance for an on-location photo opportunity.
  • 5:00 pm Farmhouse Reception – Poolside Wine Tasting & Networking with Foundation and Global Chapter Leaders
  • 8:00 pm Casual Dinner Meetup for those staying nearby – Location TBD

Cost: $75 per person for catering; wine is complimentary, courtesy of Karen.

To secure your spot at our social gathering, kindly register soon!

Register Soon

Warm regards,

Shantini, Julie and Diane – SF Bay Area Chapter Board 

 

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

P&G Alumni Foundation: Savor & Support: Dinner in the Vineyard at Limerick Lane Cellars

Join fellow Alumni for our annual Vineyard Experience hosted by Limerick Lane Cellars, the P&G Alumni Foundation, and the P&G Alumni San Francisco Bay Area Chapter at the beautiful Limerick Lane vineyard (1023 Limerick Ln, Healdsburg, CA 95448).  Choose some or all of the options:

RSVP Form here

  • Saturday, July 27, 2024 – Savor & Support: Dinner in the Vineyard at Limerick Lane Cellars for the P&G Alumni Foundation
    $230 per person, with wine generously donated by Karen and net proceeds benefiting the Alumni Foundation
    – Honorary Guest Hosts include Chip Bergh, retired President and CEO of Levi Strauss & Co., and Tarang Amin, Chairman and CEO at e.l.f. Beauty
    – 5:00pm Welcome Poolside with toasts by Deb Kielty (P&G Alumni Foundation Board Chair and former P&G VP)
    – then stroll over to tables set in the historic 1910 vineyard for an exceptional dinner prepared by the acclaimed Sonoma restaurant The Girl & The Fig which will be perfectly paired with wines from the estate plus comments by P&G alum and Limerick Lane Cellars Karen Francis DeGolia
  • Friday, July 26 or Sunday, July 28, 2024 – Golf at Mayacama Golf Club
    $300 per person if playing with Karen. Fees include required caddies. 
    Enjoy the private club and Jack Nicklaus designed course deemed one of the top-100 courses in America. Tee times TBD based on course and your availability. Let us know your timing on the RSVP form in the comments.
Wines are available for optional purchase onsite, online, or by joining the wine club with 10% of proceeds donated to the P&G Alumni Foundation. Please see information on the website (limericklanewines.com) or club@limericklanewines.com for assistance. For electronic purchases, please email pgalumfoundation@limericklanewines.com with your order number to give credit for the proceeds.
 
For a suggested nearby hotel, please click here. The closest airport is STS (or Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport located 7 miles northwest of downtown Santa Rosa). Note that wine flies free out of STS.

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.