Mike Mayo ’81
President
Mike Mayo ’81 was a three-year student involved in athletics, drama, and the athletic committee, and also participated in the Pfeiffer Wilderness program.
For the past 30 years, Mike has owned and operated MJR Staffing, a food service staffing agency in Boston.
Mike has three children—Will (Stonehill College ’24), Mikey (UNH ’26), and Alexa (UNH ’27)—and previously shared 30 wonderful years of marriage with his late wife, Mary.
Jenn Rand Staunton ’02
Vice President and Co-Chair of Class Ambassadors
Jenn Staunton ’02, was a four-year student. While at Tilton Jenn participated in three seasons of sports, student government, theater, Winter Wilderness, served as a dorm proctor, admissions tour guide, and revived the Prom in her Junior year.
Her parents, Meg and Jon Rand were Tilton faculty for 18 years and her brother, Charlie was Class of 2005.
After attending the University of Vermont she started her 20 year career in non-profit fundraising in Chicago. She currently works as the Director of Development for an organization fighting hunger in rural Latin America.
Jenn lives in Burlington, VT with her husband, Norm, son Charley, and their two Labs, Rudder & Tugboat.
Marcia Batal-Rogers ’86, P’28
Chair of Alumni & Student Connection
Marcia Batal-Rogers ’86, P’28 is the founder of Consulting for Excellence LLC and a global talent development and learning leader with more than 25 years of experience building stronger leaders, more engaged teams, and lasting business impact across industries including finance, insurance, and national defense.
She has partnered with executives at John Hancock, Liberty Mutual Insurance, and Mercury Systems, leading global talent development strategies that drive performance, connection, and belonging. Marcia is also certified in MBTI Mauritius, DiSC, and 360 feedback and is widely recognized for her ability to design and lead initiatives that strengthen culture and leadership at every level.
Marcia is deeply committed to enhancing the Tilton community and campus experience. Beyond her professional work, she has chaired community engagement initiatives at John Hancock, volunteered with Habitat for Humanity, and helped run a local soup kitchen. She and her family have deep roots in New Hampshire, where they love being part of the lakes and seacoast community.
Lowell Freedman ’97
A three-year senior at Tilton School, Lowell graduated in 1997 before attending Wheaton College, where he studied Theater and Political Science—fields that laid the foundation for his future work in storytelling and production. Lowell has maintained strong ties with Tilton and his classmates over the years, returning to campus as a guest faculty member in the Art Department, attending Alumni Weekends, and being inducted into Tilton’s Artist Hall of Fame in 2016.
Lowell is an accomplished film and television producer with over two decades of experience in the entertainment industry. In 2002, Lowell returned to New York and began his career in the film industry, working on major Hollywood productions such as The Sopranos, Inside Man, We Own the Night, Baby Mama, Rescue Me, and Enchanted. His early experience on large-scale sets gave him a deep understanding of the production process from the inside out.
That same year, he co-founded Grand Street Media, an independent production company whose first client was the pop group NSYNC. In 2008, Lowell teamed up with college friend Jesse Guma to expand and grow the company’s reach.
Under the leadership of Lowell and Jesse, Grand Street Media has evolved into an award-winning production company recognized for its creativity, professionalism, and storytelling expertise. Over the past 20+ years, the company has produced an extensive range of work including documentaries, comme
Together, Lowell and Jesse have built a trusted name in independent production—known for delivering cinematic, meaningful content that connects with audiences and clients alike.
Lowell lives in New York with his wife, Mikki Columbus, their son, Leon, and their two dogs, Indy and Raider.
Mark Hodgdon ’78, P’13
A post-graduate student and proud member of Tilton’s Class of 1978, Mark went on to earn his B.A. from Ohio Wesleyan University and J.D. from the University of Maine School of Law. Before retiring, he built a distinguished career as Senior Assistant Attorney General and Bureau Chief at the New Hampshire Department of Justice, later opening his own practice.
Mark has long been an active member of the Tilton community, previously serving on the Alumni Council and as Vice President of the Parents Association. He’s also a proud Tilton parent to his daughter, Jaime, who graduated in 2013.
Madison Kirker ’20
Co-Chair of Class Ambassadors
A proud member of Tilton School’s Class of 2020, Madison was deeply involved as a student—captaining the soccer team, competing in basketball and softball, and serving as Head Admissions Ambassador. Her leadership extended across campus as both Student Body President and Vice President.
Today, Madison is an Assistant Director of Admissions at Plymouth State University, where she helps students find their next step, just as Tilton once helped her find hers.
Madison has stayed closely connected to the Tilton community, celebrating her 5-year Reunion at Alumni Weekend 2025, serving on the Tilton Young Alumni Association, and speaking on alumni panels. Grateful to be a Masiello Family Scholar that made her Tilton experience possible, she’s passionate about giving back and helping others feel the same lifelong connection to Tilton that shaped her.
She recalls a moment that captures that spirit perfectly—walking through Charleston, SC her freshman year of college, wearing her Tilton basketball backpack, when a voice called out: “You go to Tilton?” That instant connection with fellow alum Dan Rimer ’01 reminded her that Tilton’s community stretches far beyond campus.
Now living in Concord, NH, Madison shares her home with her cat, Vader (named for her Star Wars obsession).
Eric O’Neil ’97
Eric has dedicated his career to teaching and inspiring young artists. For the past five years, he has taught traditional arts at Winnisquam Regional High School. A three-year senior at Tilton, Eric went on to attend the Maine College of Art & Design before beginning a teaching career that has spanned more than two decades—including seven years at St. Thomas More School in Connecticut and twelve years at Tilton, from 2008 to 2020.
In recognition of his artistic talent and impact, Eric was inducted into Tilton’s Artist Hall of Fame in 2017.
Eric lives with his wife and granddaughter on Hermit Lake in Sanbornton, New Hampshire. He says one of his greatest joys is watching his granddaughter grow into “an amazing little human.”
Ken Didsbury ’67, P’96
Ken Didsbury has a remarkable and longstanding connection to Tilton, first as a four-year student and then as a member of the faculty for 31 years. As a student, Ken served as yearbook editor, competed in cross country, and was a dormitory proctor for John Mac. He went on to attend Colby College and later earned a master’s degree from Middlebury College before returning to Tilton as a faculty member.
During his 31 years as a faculty member, Ken held a wide range of roles that reflected his versatility and commitment to the Tilton community. He began as an English teacher and 3rd soccer coach before serving as Athletic Trainer, Director of Plus/5, Humanities Chair, Communications Director, Director of Studies, and ultimately Dean of the Faculty.
In 2002, Ken moved to Palm Beach, Florida, where he joined The Benjamin School and served as Assistant Head for Academics until his retirement in 2020. After more than two decades in Florida, Ken returned to the Boston area in fall 2025 to be closer to his son, Ben Didsbury ’96.
With more than six decades of connection to Tilton as both a student and educator, Ken brings a deep understanding of the School’s history, traditions, and evolution to the Alumni Board.
AJ Rattee ’17
AJ Rattee ’17 spent four years at Tilton as a day student, making his mark both in the classroom and across the athletic program. A three-sport athlete in football, lacrosse, and wrestling, AJ was a six-time team captain and recipient of the Ken Hollingsworth Sportsmanship Award.
After Tilton, AJ attended Hamilton College, where he earned a B.A. in Economics and served as captain of the Hamilton football team in 2021. His experience as a student-athlete at both Tilton and Hamilton has continued to shape his passion for leadership, teamwork, and giving back to the communities that helped shape him.
Professionally, AJ is a Portfolio Manager at Carlson Investments in Concord, where he manages investment portfolios for high-net-worth individuals. He is also a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional (CFP®) and has shared his expertise with the Tilton community through Young Alumni speaking panels and by working with the Advancement Office on charitable gifting strategies.
AJ lives in Arlington, Virginia, with his wife and their two cats, Jerry and Jeanie. He married his wife in August in Newport, Rhode Island.
Abby DeRigo ’13
Abby DeRigo ‘13 has been part of the Tilton family since she was 8 days old. Growing up on campus and then attending as a student has led her to have a deep love and appreciation for the culture and community Tilton provides. While she was a student, she was the captain in the basketball program for four years and found her passion for studio art and psychology.
After graduating from Suffolk University, Abby spent six years working in the non-profit field, most recently serving as the Executive Director of the Homeless Empowerment Project in Cambridge, MA. She currently serves as VP of their Board of Trustees as she transitions to getting her master’s degree in Social Work at Simmons University in Boston.
She lives in the greater Boston area with her boyfriend Matt McInnis ’13 and their two cats.