2010s Class Notes

Grant Engrav '10 (A&S), co-founder of Engrav Law Office in Portland, Oregon, recently celebrated the firm’s ten-year anniversary, marking a decade of providing comprehensive legal services across multiple practice areas. Grant has become a leading expert in Oregon commission wage disputes and litigating executive compensation matters. Grant has also developed expertise as an advocate for physicians in whistleblowing and retaliation lawsuits, and cases involving the corporate practice of medicine. Recently, Grant secured a $1,600,000 jury verdict in favor of his client, an anesthesiologist.

Josh Feldman '10 (Hartt) has rejoined the team at ARTECHOUSE! After a year away, he is thrilled to be back working at the intersection of art, technology, and immersive experience. He is looking forward to contributing to the reopening and expansion efforts as they welcome visitors back to DC’s home for digital art.

Zachary Roth '10 (ENHP) has opened Roth Chiropractic in Wilmington, Delaware specializing in myofascial release and adjustments. Roth Chiropractic is located inside the Siegel JCC (Jewish Community Center) and serves Wilmington and the surrounding communities in Delaware and Pennsylvania.

Michaela Catallozzi '11 (CETA) has been named director, construction management at Brand Street Properties. In this new role, Michaela will oversee construction projects at their Blue Back Square (West Hartford, CT) and Evergreen Walk (South Windsor, CT) locations. Previously, Michaela served as Project Manager at C.E. Floyd Company.

Michaela is a member of the CETA Board of Visitors and our Rosen Society.

Vinny Fanelli M'12 (Barney) has been promoted to partner, tax & advisory services at Fiondella, Milone & LaSaracina.

He has just begun his 14th year at FML, where his work focuses on engagements for U.S. federal and state income tax compliance and strategic planning. He has wide-ranging experience in providing comprehensive services to private equity backed companies and closely held businesses including service providers, biotech, construction, manufacturers and real estate.

Katie Trainer '12, M'16 (Hartt) has been selected as one of five 2026 Women of Excellence Honorees by the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce!

As an educational leader, advocate, and mentor, she has inspired countless students and colleagues through her dedication to excellence. In her sixth year as Assistant Principal at Coginchaug Regional High School, Katie enjoys celebrating students and community partners. She recognized the local fire departments with the Distinguished Friend of Education award for their dedication to the CRHS Fire Science program. Katie’s influence extends statewide through her service on the Connecticut Association of Schools Board of Directors, the CAS-CIAC Performing Arts Committee, and the CT LeadHERship Collective.

Jim Mello D'13 (ENHP) has begun a new role as Senior Director of Data & Insights at Milton Hershey School. In this position, he will lead efforts to strengthen the use of information and analytics to support continuous improvement, improve decision-making, and advance the School’s mission to nurture and educate children in social and financial need to lead fulfilling and productive lives.

Samantha Izzo '14 (ENHP) and Mark Prescott '12 (HAS) welcomed Archer Izzo Prescott on December 13, 2025.

Patrick Murray '14 (CETA) was officially named the newest North American Director of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). For the last 11 years, Patrick was an engineer at both the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (IEEE) in various roles starting out as an entry level engineer in standards and conformance and working his way through the ranks.

Paulina Nastyn Osborne '14 (A&S) and Alex Osborne '14 (Barney) got married in Bermuda in June 2026 surrounded by friends and family, many who are also UHart alumni. Paulina and Alex met as residents of the same floor in Hawk Hall in 2010 and in 2022, Paulina moved to Alex’s home, Bermuda, and the rest is history! UHart has played a huge role in their lives and they are so thankful for the school and community.

Justin Wilcox M'14 (Barney) was recognized by Forbes as a top CPA in Connecticut. FML (Fiondella, Milone & LaSaracina) has six partners on the list, more than any other firm in Connecticut. Those nominated were evaluated on a range of weighted criteria, including expertise, innovation, thought leadership, experience, and service to the community and their profession. Justin was named to the list for the second time as a result of his work with complex tax issues for corporate clients and his innovative cryptocurrency practice.

Mike Casey '15 (Hartt), a Los Angeles-based alum, released his 11th album, The Complete In The Before: Live at the Side Door, recorded in Connecticut at one of Downbeat's "Top 100 Jazz Clubs" in late February 2020 weeks before the world changed, featuring his original music plus creative re-imaginations on Daniel Caesar, Kali Uchis, and Nat King Cole. Songs from the album have been featured on national radio in Korea, Sweden, UK, and Canada with over 1 million streams across platforms. You can listen to the album on all platforms.

Mike Casey '15 (Hartt) was featured in Rolling Stone. You can read the article here.

Danielle Novak Briganti ‘16, D‘19 (ENHP) and Kevin Briganti were married at the Riverview in Simsbury, Connecticut on June 14, 2025.

Agustin Muriago D'17 (Hartt) has recently been promoted to Associate Professor of Keyboard Skills at the Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University. This is Muriago's seventh year at Peabody, where he coordinates the keyboard studies area. Alongside his teaching, he continues to perform in solo, chamber, and orchestral settings. Highlights for the upcoming season include chamber concerts with musicians from the National Symphony Orchestra and piano concerti with the Pan American Symphony Orchestra and the Trinity Chamber Orchestra in Washington, D.C.5.

Lael Marie Williams Saez A'17 (University Studies) contributed to Regional Emmy Nominated Public Service Announcement (PSA) Kemet: One Nation, Many Journeys. Produced by Joe Young Entertainment, aired by Fox 61. The award ceremony took place on June 6, 2026 at the 49th Boston/New England Regional Emmys®.

James Goldkamp M'18 (Barney) has been promoted to partner, tax & advisory services at Fiondella, Milone & LaSaracina.

He began his career at FML in 2008 as a generalist in the tax department and currently manages engagements for the firm’s Credits, Incentives and State Tax practice with a focus on federal and state research & development credits, state income tax, sales tax, and other federal and state credits and incentive services.

Blake Kinne '18 (HAS) has been named Mister Connecticut and will go on to compete in the 2026 Mister USA competition.

Emma Flynn ’19 (Hartt) was just cast in her Broadway debut as Glinda in Wicked.

Ethan Wagner ’19 (CETA), an acoustic project engineer at GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA), earned board certification from the Institute of Noise Control Engineering (INCE-USA). Wagner is the first GZA employee to gain this board-certified status.

GZA is a leading multi-disciplinary firm providing geotechnical, environmental, ecological, water, and construction management services.