The MetroWest Nonprofit Network (MWNN) is proud to welcome the 2025 participants of our Certificate in Nonprofit Management program. This year marks the 5th year milestone of the program, which has become a cornerstone for nurturing leadership talent in the nonprofit sector, ensuring that our community organizations thrive and evolve.
“I’m thrilled to welcome this year’s cohort of 27 students. As a 2021 graduate of the Certificate in Nonprofit Management myself, I know firsthand the value of this program in helping nonprofit leaders grow, connect, and navigate the challenges of our sector. Our participants come from organizations of all sizes and stages, and I’m excited to see how their learning and collaboration will strengthen both their leadership and the broader MetroWest nonprofit community.”
— Leah Parker-Moldover, MWNN Executive Director
Over the course of 12 weeks, participants will deepen their understanding of nonprofit management and expand their professional networks. Topics span governance, fundraising, communications, finance, equity and inclusion, strategic planning, and more; and are led by seasoned local nonprofit experts.
Meet the 2025 Cohort
We are thrilled to introduce this year’s cohort of 27 nonprofit leaders:
- Sean Ahern – Director of Operations, Newton Food Pantry
- Sharisse Candito – Data Analyst/Technical Coordinator, Green Jobs Academy
- Kimberly Chisholm – Executive Director, 26.2 Foundation
- Martha Coleman – Program Coordinator, Literacy Unlimited of Framingham Foundation
- Michelle Delaney – President, Board of Directors, Gifts of Hope
- Ben Echevarria – Executive Director, English At Large
- Shania Fils-Aimé – Program Events and Volunteer Manager, Bethany Hill Place
- Ergon Gjika – Clinical Director of Residential Services, RFK Community Alliance
- Nancy Johnson – Program Director, Better Day Adult Social Day Program
- Renana Kehoe – Director of Development, Bellforge Arts Center
- Kara Kilroy – President, The Jansen de Vries Syndrome
- Jenny Klein-Sosa – Board Chair, Newton Neighbors
- Rachel Krompinger – Principal, RK Consulting
- Patricia Leary – Communications Coordinator, Worcester Education Collaborative
- Ian Mevorach – Director, Common Street Spiritual Center
- Elizabeth Montemayor, Board Member, Spark Kindness, Community Advocate
- Jean Nam – Administrative Assistant, The Sudbury Foundation
- Shannon Rolston – Executive Administrator, The Joe Andruzzi Foundation
- Caitlin Sawicki – Development Manager, Circle of Hope
- Aruna Sharma – Program Assistant, Acton-Boxborough United Way
- Taina Sims – Thoughtful Therapy
- Melanie Slabaugh – Theatre Manager, Academy of Music Theatre
- Dawn Sorensen – Co-Founder, Safer Spaces Project
- Kirsten Spargo – Director of Operations, Household Goods
- Tracey Stoll – Executive Director, The Common Room
- Maureen White – Principal, Maureen White Consulting
- Sarah Whiteman – Co-Founder, Safer Spaces Project
Community and Business Support
We are deeply grateful to all the champions of this program who share their time, talent, and resources. A special thank you to our more than 20 local instructors who bring their nonprofit expertise and real-world experience to each session.
Through the generosity of our business and community partners, the program remains accessible to emerging leaders—allowing us to offer scholarships and attract an outstanding roster of instructors. These organizations and individuals elevate and expand the program, helping make it the one-of-a-kind learning experience it is today.
With gratitude to:
Barr Foundation
TJX Corporation
Rusche Epperly Family Trust
Main Street Bank
Herrman Family Foundation
Sudbury Foundation
Avidia Bank Charitable Foundation
Middlesex Savings Bank Charitable Foundation
Anna Cross
Certificate Graduate Scholarship Fund