1990s





Lee McChesney ’94

Lee McChesney ’94 has been named executive vice president and appointed chief financial officer of Church & Dwight Co., Inc. Prior to his new role, McChesney served as senior vice president and chief financial officer of MSA Safety Inc.


Andrew Hersom ’99 MBA

Andrew Hersom ’99 MBA joined Eastern Bank as senior vice president, head of investor relations. Prior to joining Eastern Bank, Hersom worked for Argo Group International Holdings as head of investor relations, responsible for interfacing with the investment community.


Mary Jane Fortin ’96

Mary Jane Fortin ’96 has been appointed chief financial officer at MassMutual, effective January 1, 2025. Prior to this role, Fortin served as president and chief commercial officer at Thrivent Financial. Fortin is also a member of the UConn School of Business Dean’s Advisory Cabinet, as well as a member of the School’s Alumni Hall of Fame.





Lawrence P. Ward ’92

Lawrence P. Ward ’92 was appointed president of the University of Hartford effective July 1, 2024. Prior to joining UHart, Ward served as vice president of learner success and dean of campus life at Babson College in Wellesley, MA.