
Our Team
A Message from Our Vice President
Vice President, Duke Health Development and Alumni Affairs
"Duke Health Development & Alumni Affairs is a team of dedicated and talented gift officers and development professionals that serve to connect your philanthropic aspirations and engagement goals with areas of greatest interest and impact. We bring diverse skills and experiences to the table, working across Duke Health and Duke University to identify priorities that address the most critical challenges in medical education, cutting-edge research, patient-centered care, and community support.
Just like James B. Duke, who made a bequest in 1925 to establish the Duke School of Medicine, Duke School of Nursing, and Duke Hospital, we are driven by a shared belief in the power of philanthropy to create positive change and improve lives.Today, our dedicated team carries forward the work of engaging generous people and organizations to support our mission – and in making a real difference in the world.
We invite you to join us today to discover the multiple ways you can support Duke Health."
Meet the Teams
Individual Units
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Lori Apicella
Senior Director, Engagement and Partnerships
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J. Steven Barnes
Sr. Associate Vice President, Duke Health Development and Alumni Affairs
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Tia Barnes
Director of Gift Planning
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Greg Bolwell
Assistant Director for Constituency and Pipeline Development
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Brooke Church
Senior Associate Director
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Michelle Cohen
Executive Director of Development
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Laurel Combs
Director of Development
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Catherine Cross
Director of Development
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Stacy Davis
Assistant Vice President, School of Medicine Development & Alumni Affairs
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Jimmy Dodd
Director of Finance
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Kiara Dowdy
Director, Talent Management
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Emily Espenshade
Director of Development Neuroscience and Behaviorial Health