Mary Kate Vanecko
Founder and Executive Director | marykate@boxunited.org
Mary Kate is the Founder and Executive Director of Box United. She formerly worked as a Fulbright scholar to South Africa, a coordinator at the United Nations Foundation, and a management consultant at Accenture. Mary Kate is a current MBA student at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Business with a concentration in entrepreneurship and social impact. Mary Kate is a trained boxing and yoga instructor and is on a mission to bring the power of boxing to every Chicago girl.
Claire Trinkle
Development Director | Claire@boxunited.org
Claire is a fundraising professional, fitness enthusiast, and advocate of women's health. She holds a bachelor's degree in Political Science and a master's degree in Public Administration and Management from DePaul University. Claire is a former Fulbright scholar to Spain, and has professional experience in grants management, research administration, and community engagement. Claire is a fitness instructor and strength coach in the local Chicago area and is delighted to be a part of the Box United team.
Cameron Dowd
Program Director | Cam@boxunited.org
Cam is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame where she earned degrees in both Psychology and Anthropology. Her boxing career began at Notre Dame where she was captain of the Women’s Boxing Club and two-time champion. Since graduating, she has taught 3rd grade at the Academy of St. Benedict the African in Englewood and served as a coach for Fight Like a Girl. She is currently pursuing her MSW at Loyola University Chicago and enjoys boxing, cooking for friends, and reading in her spare time.
The Box United Team
