Scholarship Committee
Marino Marin
Scholarship Committee
Mr. Marin is the Managing Principal at MC Square. He has over 32 years of combined principal investment experience (Mc Square, 1055 Partners and Silverfern) and investment banking experience in the US (Rothschild, Lehman Brothers, UBS) and internationally (Unicredit and Mediobanca). Mr. Marin serves as an independent director on various corporate boards as well as on the Board of Friends Of Bocconi University, its Alma Mater nonprofit US foundation. Mr. Marin earned his laureate degree in Business Administration from Bocconi University, Italy, and attended the PIM in Esade, Spain. He speaks English, Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Tara Morrissey Xanthopoulos
Scholarship Committee
With nearly two decades of experience as an English educator, Ms. Morrissey -Xanthopoulos is deeply passionate about the transformative power of education. She has presented at the prestigious NYSEC (New York State English Council) numerous times, led countless professional development courses for educators, and earned the distinction of Google Certified Trainer. As a coach and volunteer for various charities, her role extends far beyond academic instruction. She believes that citizenship is a commitment to actively participate in and contribute to our society. Ms. Morrissey-Xanthopoulos’ mission is simple yet profound: to inspire and support the dreams of others while helping them discover and achieve their own unique paths to success while embracing the principles that truly matter.
She is eager to partner with the The Nick Loeb Foundation on this journey of empowerment, learning, and community building, where tradition, respect, citizenship, integrity, and family are the cornerstones of shared growth.
Kristine McMath
Scholarship Committee
My name is Kristine McMath I was born and raised in White Plains. I have been working in education for the past thirty-three years. I have worked my entire career in the White Plains Public Schools. I attended Mercy College in Dobbs Ferry NY. I have a degree in Behavioral Science and Elementary Education. I also have a master’s degree in Literacy. I am passionate about the power of education. I believe in nurturing my students dreams and guiding them to become the best versions of themselves through strong values such as respect, strong community connections, kindness, and empathy for others.
