WAKECharlotte
WAKECharlotte is a volunteer-led group dedicated to engaging alumni, parents and friends in the area. We plan a variety of programs throughout the year for all ages to participate in social, athletic, networking, and service opportunities. We hope you will join us at our next event. Go Deacs!
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Upcoming Events
Jul 23
Charlotte - School of Business Alumni Happy Hour
5:30 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
School of Business alumni—come raise a glass with us at a laid-back networking event designed to grow your local Biz Deac circle. We’ve got your evening covered with two drink tickets, tasty appetizers and great company (included in your $10 registration fee). Drop in anytime between 5:30 and 7:00 p.m.—stay for a few minutes or the whole time! We can't wait to catch up and connect.
Aug 06
Charlotte, NC - Law Alumni and Current Student Happy Hour
5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
Join us in Charlotte on Wednesday, August 6, at 5:30 p.m. for our annual summer happy hour! We offer this opportunity for current and incoming Wake Forest Law students who are working or living in the Charlotte area this summer to network with local alumni. This event is open to Law School alumni, current and incoming Wake Forest Law students, and fellow Legal Deacs (Wake undergraduates or parents in the legal profession). Price includes two drink tickets and appetizers for each registrant. (The small fee simply helps us offset a portion of the cost so we can host several of these summer happy hours around the country!)
Aug 07
Charlotte, NC - New Student Reception
5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
Join us for a New Student Reception in Charlotte! This social event will be the perfect opportunity for the newest Demon Deacons and their families to meet face-to-face and begin building their WFU networks! *Please note, if you (or your student) are transferring to Wake Forest in the fall of 2025, you are also invited to attend this event!
Leadership
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Laura Berry ('94, P '18, P '26)
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Chris Berry ('94, P '18, P '26)
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Doug Bolt ('96, P '24, P '26)
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Katharine Bolt ('96, P '24, P '26)
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Phillips Bragg ('93, P '24)
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Leslie Bragg ('91, P '24)
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John Chinuntdet ('88, P '17)
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Jeff Harris ('93)
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Adam Holtzschue (MBA '92, P '18)
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Davin Juckett ('93, P '23, P '27)
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Rhoda Juckett ('93, P '23, P '27)
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Jason Kon ('10)
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Kristin Lesher (P '26, P '28)
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Barb Meeks ('92, JD '95, P '23)
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Meredith Pierson ('07)
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Geordie Pierson ('08)
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Will Pittman ('00, JD '05, MBA '05)
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Mike Simons ('99, MBA '04)
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Jason Strife ('01, MSA '02)
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Dana Swimmer (P '19, P '21, P '23, P '27)
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Andrew Tucker ('04)
Community Event Photos
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Call for Volunteers
Join WFU alumni in helping Charlotte elementary students build foundational math skills and confidence! Heart Math Tutoring is seeking volunteers to spend 30 minutes or one hour per week with a student playing fun, hands-on math games and providing encouragement. Read more and choose a time and location here. See what tutoring looks like in this short video.
Meet the WAKECharlotte Team
Isabelle White (’13), Director of Philanthropy & Donor Engagement, and Marty Denny, Development Officer, lead Wake Forest’s efforts in the Charlotte community. They are excited to work with you to create local experiences and engagement opportunities for Wake Foresters in the area!
Isabelle White (13)
ruanevi@wfu.edu
(336) 758-6232
Marty Jo Denny
colem@wfu.edu
(336) 758-3982
