Our success begins with the people we employ.
Our team members are exceptional professionals with significant experience in a range of organizations. Each has areas of specialization, and each has a “big picture” mentality. MPK&D assembles just the right combination of team members to meet each client’s needs.
Founding Partner
Patricia (Pat) A. Bosse is a founding partner of MPK&D, a higher education consulting firm. After 30 years as an advancement…
President Emerita, Notre Dame of Maryland University and MPK&D Founding Partner
Dr. Mary Pat Seurkamp is a founding partner of MPK&D, a higher education consulting firm. She had a 42-year career…
President Emeritus, Edgewood College and MPK&D Founding Partner
Dan Carey served as president of Edgewood College in Madison, Wis. from 2004 to 2014. He led Edgewood College through…
President Emeritus, Guilford College and MPK&D Founding Partner
Kent John Chabotar, Ph.D. was president of Guilford College in Greensboro, N.C. from 2002–2014, and professor of political science. During…
Partner
Ronni Cranwell, J.D. brings 20 years of experience working with nonprofits within both higher education and academic medical centers. She has…
Consultant
Terri Berardini has more than 20 years of communications experience…
Senior Consultant
Vanessa G. Carroll brings over 20 years of leadership to…
Senior Consultant
For more than 25 years Kirstan has served as a…
Senior Consultant
Dr. Gail Cunningham is an accomplished health care professional with…
Senior Consultant
Mike Field is a writer and communications specialist with extensive…
Senior Consultant
Kristen Gunther, Ph.D., is a communicator, strategist and advocate based…
Senior Consultant
Marianne’s deep campaign experience, particularly with feasibility and planning studies,…
President Emerita, University of San Diego and MPK&D Senior Consultant
MARY E. LYONS, Ph.D. is president emerita and university professor…
Senior Consultant
Susie Breaux McShea, APR is a writer, public relations consultant…
Consultant
As a graphic designer, illustrator and art director, Melissa combines…
President Emerita, Alverno College and MPK&D Senior Consultant
MARY J. MEEHAN has served as president of Alverno College…
Senior Consultant
Derek brings a decade of professional experience working with national…
Senior Consultant
Specializing in marketing and communications strategy, Meghan Ray Virro, MBA,…
Senior Consultant
Derek Wesley has 25 years of experience in advancement leadership…