Leading the next generation
The Field Associates Young Professionals' Board is are a group of dynamic young professionals passionate about the Field Museum’s mission to connect all of us to the natural world and the human story. Since 1997, these emerging leaders have worked to support one of Chicago’s most iconic institutions through fundraising, networking, programming, and service.
Open the door to special fundraising events, exclusive networking opportunities, and more. Field Associates Board members support the Field Museum philanthropically by making a minimum annual contribution of $250, as well as a commitment to amplify their impact by raising at least $250 of additional gifts through personal networks.
Got more questions about the Field Associates, what we do, and how to get involved? Email us at fieldassociates@fieldmuseum.org.
Expand your involvement
Get even more involved by lending your talents to the Field Associates’ Executive Committee or one of four board committees that support fundraising, membership, programming, and communications.
Board members get access to:
- Resume-worthy leadership opportunities through committee service
- Access to high-level networking events and additional programming
- Experience in philanthropy through special fundraising efforts
2025 Executive Committee
Leadership
| Position | Name (Company) |
|---|---|
| President | Andrew White (Blank Rome) |
| Vice President | Roxy Capron (Northwestern University) |
| Secretary | Katherine Shishmanian (EY) |
Committee chairs
| Committee | Chair Name (Company) |
|---|---|
| Communications | Natalie Tjaden (JPMorgan Chase) Caroline Spiggle (Field Museum) |
| Fundraising | Lauren Batterham (Katten) Connor Rubin (Jenner & Block) |
| Membership | Chris Muckle (CoreWeave) Alex Theodosakis (Sidley Austin) |
| Programming | Ryan Boncamper (Goldman Sachs) Alex Sikora (Crowe LLP) |