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Martin Brayboy ’80 Recently, alumnus J. Martin Brayboy ’80 met over lunch with Associate Director of Development Keith Wiggs in beautiful Collinsville, Connecticut to catch up about Martin’s life and career. The son of longtime fourth grade teacher Thomasina Brayboy (now retired), Martin attended MKA from kindergarten to 12th grade, making him among the elite group of MKA “Lifers.” After graduating from the Upper School, Martin attended Amherst College where he majored in political science. Currently, Martin is Vice President, Employee Benefits Management at Rose & Kiernan, Inc, an insurance brokerage. Martin’s wife, Elizabeth, an independent management consultant, is an avid horsewoman, having served as organizer and coach of the Yale Polo Team. Together, they share a passion for travel, fine food and wine. Philanthropy and volunteerism remain an important part of Martin’s life. He supports several local and national nonprofits, and he serves as a Member of the Board of Directors of the YMCA of Northeast Connecticut and The Psi Upsilon Foundation. On behalf of MKA, Martin will join J. Kent Walker ’80 as the Co-Chairs of their 35th Reunion in October 2015. Martin is a member of MKA’s Heritage Society, naming the Academy as a beneficiary of his estate plans. Regarding this decision, he says, “I credit MKA for giving me the educational advantage that made me who I am today. I feel a stronger connection to my experiences at MKA than at any other school or organization.” Membership in the Heritage Society may be as simple as
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The Heritage Society “Having been a MKA “lifer” and faculty brat, I greatly appreciate the preparation MKA provided. We were guided by a wonderful faculty who challenged us and opened our minds to new vistas. My wife, Lizzie, and I want others to be able to have such an experience.” — J. Martin Brayboy ‘80
Legacy
Leave a lasting legacy. Learn more about the benefits of MKA’s planned giving opportunities. www.mka.org/plannedgiving
Contact Geoffrey Branigan, Director of Development at gbranigan@mka.org or 973-509-7940.
naming MKA in your will or IRA. Life income gifts, such as charitable gift annuities and charitable remainder trusts, are also practical options for some people. Advantages of membership in the Heritage Society include annual luncheons, invitations to special events and seminars and a subscription to our newsletter. The most important benefit you will
receive from joining the Society is the satisfaction derived from making a lasting contribution to MKA’s long-term success. ■ For further information, go to www.legacy.vg/mka or contact Geoffrey Branigan, Director of Development, at (973) 509-7940 or gbranigan@mka.org.
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