Christine Ferretti '92
Five Questions with Christine Ferretti '92
The Hill shaped Ferretti—now, she’s dedicated to giving back.
Growing up in Brockton, Christine Ferretti ’92 never had to look far to find Stonehill College—just a hop, skip and jump away in neighboring Easton. When she graduated from Brockton High School, her choice to spend the next chapter of her life at Stonehill felt natural, and in the thick of her studies, she knew she’d found a place where her two passions could coexist.
A lifelong book lover with a knack for numbers, Ferretti balanced an accounting major with an English minor, letting logic, critical thinking and imagination take reign—skills that would later help her climb the ladder from portfolio accountant at State Street to vice president at JP Morgan. Today, she brings that expertise to her role in operations at Westwood Global Investments.
As her career rose to new levels of success, the friendships she made at Stonehill remained a constant, anchoring her connection to the College. When she spotted a Reunion magnet on the refrigerator of her friend and fellow alumnus James “Jim” Breen ’81, she felt called to become involved in the life of the College. Breen’s encouragement led her to join the Alumni Council and chair beloved traditions like the annual Children’s Christmas Concert.
In five questions, Ferretti reflects on the lasting influence of Stonehill—from the career it launched to the community that keeps her coming back.
Your professional career has spanned finance and operations, from State Street to JP Morgan and now Westwood Global Investments. How has studying accounting at Stonehill influenced your work?
My accounting background from Stonehill set me on a career path in the financial industry and eventually led me to leadership roles within the companies I worked for. As I worked my way up from portfolio accountant to vice president, I gained both managerial and leadership skills, and those experiences shape how I approach my work today—whether I’m problem-solving, developing interns or collaborating with colleagues and alumni. I always aim to ensure everyone feels valued and heard. Stonehill taught me how to be a leader who listens, collaborates and recognizes that there are many ways to reach a solution.
You’ve held various roles at Stonehill—most notably as Alumni Council President and Chair of the Programming Committee. What have those experiences taught you about leadership and engagement?
As I embraced more leadership roles in my career and at Stonehill as an alumna, I became more outgoing, built my self-confidence and even debunked the myth that being involved takes an overwhelming amount of time. Part of the reason I hesitated getting involved with Stonehill after I graduated was because I didn’t know where to start—and I assumed the commitment would be too much. But through volunteering in different capacities, I learned that the Alumni Engagement Office is genuinely happy to have you participate in whatever way you’re able. Your contribution doesn’t have to be huge to matter and make an impact.
Ferretti received the Alumni Service Award in 2020 for her dedication to Stonehill College as a proud alumni volunteer.
Ferretti welcomes the Class of 2016 at their Commencement ceremony.
Ferretti (second from the left) makes pasta in Italy with fellow alumni this past September.
You’ve served on the Alumni Council since 2008 and on the Board of Fellows since 2019. What inspires your continued engagement with the College?
What keeps me engaged with Stonehill is the chance to make a tangible impact. Through volunteering, especially on the Programming Committee, I can clearly see how I’m reaching people in this community.
Seeing firsthand how the events we organize bring people together is incredibly inspiring. The joy on children’s faces at the Easter Egg Hunt, and the way they light up at the Children’s Christmas Concert when the a cappella groups Girls From the Hill and Surround Sound take the stage or when Santa arrives—those moments remind me why I continue to show up. They bring so much warmth to our community, and being a part of that is truly magical.
Looking back on your time at Stonehill and your years of involvement since graduation, what stands out as especially meaningful in maintaining your connection to the College?
It’s the community at Stonehill. It’s working with former Alumni Council Presidents James ‘Jim’ Breen ’81 and William ‘Bill’ McAndrew ’70 and other alumni. It's collaborating with Jennifer Silva ’93 and Anne Sant ’88 in the Alumni Engagement Office. The Alumni Council welcomes different perspectives and views, and that just opens doors to new relationships across generations. Being part of these committees has led to so many wonderful friendships—ones I personally value and likely wouldn’t have made if I hadn’t become involved with Stonehill.
My involvement has also taken me beyond campus through the Alumni Travel Program. While visiting Italy, Ireland and Scotland, I’ve had unforgettable experiences and the chance to bond with alumni over these adventures and our love for Stonehill.
In 2020, you received the Alumni Service Award, which is presented annually to alumni who have worked for the betterment of Stonehill and the Alumni Association. What advice would you share with graduates looking to stay engaged and make an impact at Stonehill?
Since the pandemic, we’ve shifted our committee meetings to monthly one-hour Zoom calls, which makes it easy for alumni to share their expertise, provide feedback and bring new perspectives to the programs our committees organize.
Getting involved is an impactful way to contribute—it’s about offering skills, ideas and thought processes. These contributions benefit the College and are even personally rewarding for volunteers. It’s more than just engagement—it’s a way to make a real difference.
Stonehill taught me how to be a leader who listens, collaborates and recognizes that there are many ways to reach a solution.