Giving with Impact | Education for Philanthropists & Donors

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Mike Ambrogi

Senior Technology Fellow | Novocure Inc.

Mike Ambrogi is a Senior Technology Fellow at Novocure Inc., a global oncology company. Mike joined Novocure in 2006 as its first US employee and served as Chief Operating Officer until his transition to his current role in 2020. As COO, Mike helped Novocure grow from a startup to an organization serving tens of thousands of cancer patients worldwide. Prior to Novocure, Mike spent 15 years at Deka Research and Development Corporation, inventor Dean Kamen’s private R&D firm, serving as its General Manager. Earlier in his career, Mike was a consultant with McKinsey & Company. Mike serves on the boards of CASA NH, Community College System of NH Foundation, Cross Roads House, Portsmouth Collaborative (Chamber), and NH Life Sciences trade organization. Mike holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

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Blair Demers

CEO | Foundation for Seacoast Health

Blair is the CEO of the Foundation for Seacoast Health, a regional health foundation serving communities in the Seacoast of New Hampshire and Southern Maine. Under her leadership, the Foundation focuses on advancing Mental Health and Healthy Aging—two vital pillars of community wellbeing.

She is also the Founder and Principal of BLD Impact, a strategic advisory firm that supports philanthropists and mission-driven organizations in achieving lasting, meaningful impact. With more than 20 years of experience, Blair is a trusted advisor to social impact leaders, donors, and nonprofits across the U.S. and internationally.

Blair has served as Executive Director of organizations in San Francisco, Nairobi, and Portsmouth, NH. She is a founding member and past Chair of the Seacoast Women’s Giving Circle, which granted over $1 million to local nonprofits in its first 12 years. Her board service includes leadership roles with the NH Charitable Foundation, The Music Hall of Portsmouth, and Heronfield Academy.

She holds a BA from Princeton University, a graduate degree in Nonprofit Management from Johns Hopkins, and an Executive MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business (LEAD Program). Blair is also a 21/64 Certified Philanthropic Advisor, helping donors become more engaged, informed, and aligned in their giving.

Blair lives in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, with her husband, three young-adult daughters, and two golden doodles. She loves to travel, drink coffee, and procrastinate with NY Times word games.

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Jack Segel

Assistant Vice President | CCS Fundraising

Jack Segal is an Assistant Vice President at CCS Fundraising, where he partners with nonprofits to design and execute capital campaigns, develop individualized fundraising strategies, and expand organizational capacity. An experienced fundraiser, Jack works across all major areas of development, including major gifts, annual giving, and planned giving.

Before joining CCS, Jack managed fundraising for dozens of political candidates and committees, serving as Finance Director and Campaign Manager. He currently serves on several nonprofit boards, including Port City Makerspace and Meals on Wheels of Rockingham County, and is passionate about advancing mission-driven leadership. Jack lives in Portsmouth and enjoys woodworking and spending time outdoors.

The Philanthropic Landscape in New Hampshire

By invitation only

Monday, June 1, 2026
4:00 – 6:30 PM at GoodWork at Carey Cottage

Meet the Experts

Mike Ambrogi

Mike Ambrogi

Blair Demers

Blair Demers

Jack Segel

Jack Segel

By invitation only

Monday, June 1, 2026 4:00 – 6:30 PM at GoodWork at Carey Cottage

Meet the Experts

Mike Ambrogi

Mike Ambrogi

Blair Demers

Blair Demers

Jack Segel

Jack Segel

Monday, June 1, 2026
4:00 – 6:30 PM at GoodWork at Carey Cottage