John Schlageter, JD
Managing Partner
John Schlageter specializes in the operation and growth of charitable organizations and is an expert in the administration and development of religious charitable trusts and foundations. He leads the firm’s nonprofit leadership and governance division. Prior to founding JKT Group, John was the first executive director of the Bethlehem University Foundation (2016-2021), a Vatican-sponsored 501(c)(3) serving the community in the Holy Land via Catholic higher education. John helped transform the Foundation by strengthening donor relationships, improving the Foundation's visibility, and expanding the board of directors. Prior to Bethlehem University Foundation, John served as General Counsel of the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA (2007-2016).
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John has extensive experience in the creation, construction, and re-calibration of foundations. His work at JKT Group includes creating and building the Saint John XXIII Foundation (Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA) and the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception Preservation Trust. He was responsible for the restructuring of the Basilica of the Assumption Historic Preservation Trust and currently serves as Acting Executive Director of the Catholic Foundation for the Diocese of Colorado Springs. In addition to providing executive director services for his foundation clients, John undertakes operational and governance audits for clients including dioceses, diocesan foundations, and Catholic professional organizations. In doing so, John's goal is to provide a learned external perspective and roadmap for re-calibration and success.
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In addition to his work at JKT Group, John is the principal of the Schlageter Law Firm, PLLC, a D.C. practice where he serves as general counsel of the Eparchy (diocese) of Saint Maron of Brooklyn and the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.
John earned his B.A. in History from the Catholic University of American and his J.D. from the Columbus School of Law. He has served on numerous charitable boards of directors and is currently a director of La Salle International Foundation and the Commissariat of the Holy Land. He is a member of the bar associations of the District of Columbia and the State of Florida. He is the 2018 recipient of the Chaminade-Madonna Founder's Award and is a Knight Commander with Star of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem.
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Katie Acuff, JD, MBA
Partner
Katie Acuff specializes in nonprofit fundraising, management, administration, and program development and leads the firm’s fundraising and donor cultivation division. She has experience in every aspect of frontline fundraising - from annual giving to major, planned, and principal gifts. Highlights of her career include numerous transformational gifts to a vast array of novel programs at a prestigious major research university during a $1B+ campaign. She has served on several nonprofit governing boards and provided strategic consulting and advice to other organizations ad hoc. Katie received her B.A. in International Economics and Finance from The Catholic University of America. During her working career, she earned a J.D. from The Catholic University of America’s Columbus School of Law (and is licensed to practice in Virginia), and an MBA from Tulane University. Katie is a board member of the Bethlehem University Foundation, a development committee member of Saint Augustine High School in New Orleans, and a Dame of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre. She currently lives in New Orleans, LA, and travels extensively for work and pleasure.
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Tom McIntyre, MPA
Partner
Leading our events and program division is Tom McIntyre, who brings a rich and diverse background in nonprofit management, marketing and communications, as well as event planning and execution. Early in his career, Tom served the U.S. Senate Democratic Leader, and subsequently founded and managed a boutique in-flight entertainment and media company. He has also been instrumental in establishing mission-driven programming for the largest private university in the United States. Tom's expertise encompasses logistical planning, strategic communications, content and programming development, as well as the cultivation of vital relationships and partnerships.
In his role, Tom meticulously oversees the logistical components of exchanges and conferences that involve delegations from the U.S. Congress, the UK Parliament, Supreme Court Justices, and various high-profile executives and business leaders. His clients have undertaken journeys to notable destinations, including the United Kingdom, Italy, and Greece.
For his most significant client, Tom organizes an annual retreat that convenes ten distinguished Members of Congress alongside ten Members of Parliament at the prestigious University of Oxford. Following this pivotal gathering, he adeptly leads the United States delegation to high-level ministerial meetings in London. This role underscores Tom's commitment to fostering international dialogue and collaboration among influential policymakers.
Residing in Washington, D.C., Tom has traveled to over 50 countries, enriching his global perspective. He holds a B.A. from The Catholic University of America and an M.P.A. in nonprofit management from the Wagner School of Public Service at New York University. Furthermore, Tom serves as vice president of the board of directors for Solas Nua, an Irish contemporary arts organization based in Washington, D.C.
For any inquiries regarding event production and engagement strategies, please do not hesitate to reach out to JKT. We are committed to ensuring your event is not only a success but also a meaningful experience for all participants.
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Sheryl Kenfack
Development Assistant
Sheryl Kenfack joined JKT Group in July of 2022. She has been working in the nonprofit sector for over seven years. Born in Cameroon and raised in St Louis, Missouri, Sheryl has always had a passion for leadership and community service-learning. This was amplified during her time at the University of Maryland. While studying for her B.A. in Communication, Sheryl worked with 10 charities in DMV area, including Food Recovery Network, DC Central Kitchen, A Wider Circle, and several University of Maryland offices. Sheryl’s work has focused on strategic communication, brand management, and managing social media pages for three UMD colleges and one pre-professional organization.
In 2019, she started her path to development by working as a University of Maryland Relations Development Intern. In the years since, Sheryl has worked as a brand ambassador and direct marketer for Doctors Without Borders, Heifer International, and the Special Olympics. Her expertise covers customer-relationship management, social media management, small gift solicitations, and data management. Sheryl hopes to get her MA in Communication in the next five years. She currently lives in Laurel, Maryland but hopes to thoroughly see the world she’s working so hard to improve.
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Contact Sheryl at SNK@jktgrp.com
