The new year brings a new president, yet a familiar face, to the Cape May Chamber Education Foundation. Michael J. Donohue, Esq., was elected the organization’s president on Jan. 2. The Chamber Foundation sponsors education programs aimed at strengthening the county’s workforce and readiness. It also promotes leadership development and supports ongoing education through scholarship opportunities.

Donohue brings a wealth of experience to the foundation, having served as a practicing attorney and a superior court judge. He also serves as the chairman of the Cape May County Republican Organization and practices law in Avalon with Blaney, Donohue & Weinberg.

Regarding his new role, Donohue stated: “I look forward to working with other members to provide enhanced scholarship opportunities to the young people of Cape May County.”

Alongside Donohue, the slate of officers includes Marifrances O’Neill, vice president; Tom Piratzky, second vice president; Doug Burke, secretary; Terry Budd, treasurer; and Barbara Stafford Jones, executive director. Diane Wieland and Alisandra Almeyda-Capella have been appointed to the board of trustees.