Catherine Kahl Linskey '09, President

Catherine grew up in Alexandria, VA, and was a lifer at Potomac, as was her younger brother, Cameron ’12. After Potomac, Catherine attended Colby College, where she earned her degree in International Studies and was a member of the Colby Women’s Lacrosse team. Currently, Catherine works for Global Impact, a nonprofit consulting group focusing specifically on corporate social responsibility, disaster relief, and employee assistance programming.

Catherine and her husband, Mike, live in Old Town Alexandria. Over the last year, Catherine has served as a Vestry Member at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Old Town and serves on the Board of Trustees for the St. Paul's Episcopal Preschool. 

Lauren Wackerle Hardison '12, Vice President 

Lauren grew up in Arlington, VA, and attended Potomac from grades seven through twelve. Following Potomac, she majored in Political Science at Yale, graduating with Distinction in 2016.

At Yale, Lauren was a four-year member of the Women’s Varsity Lacrosse team, served for seven semesters as an editor of the Yale Historical Review, and completed summer internships in the US Senate and with the House Foreign Affairs Committee. After graduation, she joined Morgan Stanley in New York in the Global Capital Markets Division and also served as President of the firm’s Fresh Air Fund. She later returned to the DC area and is now a Vice President in the Financial Sponsors and Leveraged Finance group at MidCap Financial.

Lauren is excited about the opportunity to reconnect with Potomac classmates and graduates as a dedicated member of the AGC.

Stephen Gavula '01, Secretary

Steve grew up in McLean, VA, and was a Potomac lifer along with his younger brother, Dan ’03. After Potomac, Steve attended Vanderbilt University, where he earned his degree in Economics and Human & Organizational Development.

Steve is currently the Founder and CEO of Costa Tequila, LLC, a national liquor supplier with headquarters in Vero Beach, FL. He is responsible for strategy and oversight across all business facets, including production, distribution, supply chain logistics, marketing, and sales. Prior to his current role, Steve spent 16 years working on Wall Street in the Fixed Income trading divisions of three different banks, focusing on Mortgage-Backed Securities and Interest Rate Derivative products.

Steve lives in Bethesda, MD, with his wife, Courtney, and their two children, Stephen, a Potomac kindergartner, and Valentina.

Avi Agrawal '26 Senior Class President 

Avi lives in Falls Church, VA, and joined Potomac in the 9th grade. He currently serves as the Senior Class President. Beyond SGA, Avi is captain of the cross country team, runs track, and competes in Congressional Debate throughout the year. His academic focus is on health policy, exploring health equity and access by analyzing the social determinants of health. He is part of the Global Perspectives and Citizenship (GPAC) concentration.

Outside of school, Avi works at local clinics and co-founded MilesCount, a 501(c)(3)-pending organization that raises money for the adaptive running community. He enjoys playing rock guitar, is passionate about Washington football, and, albeit grudgingly, spends time with his little sister.

Charlotte Gerchick Alton '12

Charlotte grew up in McLean, VA, on Potomac School Road, where many of her neighbors were Potomac faculty. She graduated from Potomac in 2012 as a lifer, as did her older brother, Adam ’09. After Potomac, Charlotte attended Tulane University and then went on to earn her J.D. from Washington and Lee University.

Charlotte has been a practicing lawyer since 2020, first serving as a family law attorney for the firm Blankingship & Keith and later as a regulatory affairs attorney for the US Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Charlotte currently resides in Belle Haven with her husband, daughter, and chocolate lab.

Michael Amann '04

Mike graduated from Potomac in 2004 and was the graduation speaker for his class. He grew up in McLean, VA, and was a Potomac lifer along with his older sister, Stephanie Amann Kapsis ’01. After Potomac, Mike earned a B.B.A. from The George Washington University, where he was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon.

Today, Mike is a Principal at Commerce Properties, specializing in the acquisition, management, and leasing of industrial and retail real estate in the DC area. Commerce Properties is an owner/operator with expertise in the development and management of large facilities and provides security personnel and superintendents.

Mike lives in Arlington, VA, with his wife, Alison, and their two children, Tommy and Abby. Mike’s closest friends remain those from his years at Potomac, and he looks forward to contributing to the Potomac community as a member of the AGC.

Shannon Gopaul Balser '01

Shannon grew up in Washington, DC, and attended Potomac along with her brothers, Spencer '08 and Brandon '05. After Potomac, she graduated from Williams College with a B.A. in Economics and American Studies, earned a Master's in Public Health from Howard University, and is now completing a Doctorate in Public Health at Tulane University.

Shannon serves as the Chronic Disease Division Chief for the DC Department of Health overseeing program strategy, development, and implementation. She also serves as the Chronic Disease Director for the District of Columbia. Shannon has 20 years of experience dedicated to improving health outcomes, holding leadership roles in hospital, university, international development, and private-sector settings.

Her passion for public health is deeply rooted in addressing the needs of the underserved, from measuring the impact of the HIV pandemic on seasonal workers in Mozambique to tackling the health inequities that plague the residents of DC’s Wards 7 and 8.

Shannon lives in DC with her husband, their daughter, who is a third grader at Potomac, and their son.

Kathleen Smith Barnard '11

Kathleen attended Potomac's Upper School along with her younger brother, Peter '15. Following Potomac, she majored in Economics at Bowdoin College and played on the Women's Soccer Team. Kathleen graduated magna cum laude and earned the Top Female Scholar-Athlete Award. She later received her M.B.A. from Harvard Business School.

Kathleen started her career at Procter & Gamble before joining Bain & Company and moving back to DC after business school. She currently works for Brightwheel, a childcare and early childhood education management software company, and lives in Arlington with her husband, Rob.

Lele Chappell '07 

Lele grew up in McLean, VA, and graduated from Potomac as a lifer in 2007. Her three younger sisters also attended Potomac: Lissie '09, Mariah '12, and Helena '14.

Lele attended Southern Methodist University, where she majored in Psychology and Spanish. During her time there, she joined a sorority, played club lacrosse, and studied abroad in Madrid, Spain. She later earned an M.B.A. from the University of Virginia's Darden School of Business. Lele began her career in healthcare PR and has since held roles in marketing, product strategy, and finance at JP Morgan Chase in New York City.

She lives in DC and leads debit card strategy and operations at Chase. 

India Cutler '17

India grew up just a brisk 20-minute walk from Potomac, where she and her sisters kept a beloved family tradition of trekking to school on snow-delay mornings, their boots dusted in fresh powder. A lifer who embraced every opportunity, India captained the Varsity Girls Lacrosse team, played Varsity Soccer, excelled in Speech & Debate, and co-led the X-Alliance club.

India went on to Dartmouth College, where she double-majored in Government and Geography. On campus, she was a tour guide, a Political Economy Independent Research Fellow, and an avid hiker and yogi.

After graduation, India shifted her focus from international relations to the fast-paced world of technology and corporate strategy. She began her career with L.E.K. Consulting in Boston, then moved to New York City, where she enjoyed exploring restaurants and matcha well out of her price range. She now lives in San Francisco with her partner and their two-year-old dog, Polo, and serves as Chief of Staff at a Series C travel software company. India looks forward to bringing her strategic mindset—and lifelong Potomac spirit—to the Alumni Governing Council.

Malcolm Dilley '07

Malcolm, a Georgetown native, attended The Potomac School and earned his bachelor's degree in Fine Arts from Franklin and Marshall College. After returning to Washington, he embarked on a dynamic career, starting at The National Gallery of Art in Philanthropy and Special Events, and later serving as a Sales Executive at Susan Gage Caterers. In the fall of 2021, Malcolm joined The Roth Team at Washington Fine Properties, bringing with him a wealth of experience from his high-end hospitality career. Known for his tenacity and unwavering support, he forms enduring partnerships with clients through his understated yet deliberate approach to client relations and project management.

Outside of work, Malcolm is a dedicated host who enjoys entertaining, fostering connections, and planning travel. A lifelong weekender in Middleburg, he is passionate about horseback riding and the Virginia countryside. He currently resides in Georgetown with his husband, Alex, and their English Yellow Lab, Parker. Malcolm is excited about being on the AGC once again.

Dan Doty '00

Dan attended The Potomac School from grades one to twelve. Following Potomac, he graduated from Duke University with a B.A. in History, a minor in Political Science, and a certificate in Markets and Management. While at Duke, Dan also played on the Men's Lacrosse Team.

Dan currently serves as President of Rushmark Properties, a real estate development and investment firm headquartered in Falls Church, VA. Prior to his time at Rushmark, Dan worked in commercial real estate in Manhattan for 17 years, most recently with Tishman Speyer, where he was responsible for commercial development in New York City. Before Tishman Speyer, Dan was a Managing Director at Hines Interests, responsible for development and acquisitions.

He resides in McLean, VA, with his wife, also a Potomac alumna, and their three children, who all attend Potomac.

Claire Figel '13

Claire was born and raised in Washington, DC, and spent four fantastic years in Potomac's Upper School. As a Panther, Claire was a 12-season athlete, playing soccer, basketball, and lacrosse, and served on the Senior Athletic Committee (SAC) during her senior year.

After Potomac, Claire attended Bucknell University in Lewisburg, PA, where she was involved in Student Government and the University Admissions Office. She graduated with distinction as a double major in Political Science and Spanish and took her interest in politics and international affairs back to Washington, DC.

Claire worked on the professional staffs of both the House Foreign Affairs Committee and the Senate Foreign Relations Committee for over seven years. During that time, she also earned her Master's in Security Studies from Georgetown University's Walsh School of Foreign Service. She now works at Amazon Web Services (AWS) on the Global Executive Relations Team in Arlington, VA.

Ellen Overstreet Helvey '11 

Ellen grew up in McLean, VA, and attended Potomac beginning in kindergarten along with her brother, Jack ’10. She recently retired from a 10-year professional ballet career in Houston and Sarasota while completing her degree in Hospitality Management at the University of South Florida.

Ellen moved back to DC in 2021 and now works for the Chief Executives Organization, the graduate program of YPO, as the Membership Engagement Manager. She oversees and manages all local events in North America and Canada.

Bridgett Hyde '19

Bridgett attended The Potomac School from grades seven through twelve along with her younger brother, David ’23. After Potomac, she earned her B.A. from Williams College, where she played field hockey and studied Economics and Psychology.  Bridgett works in DC as a Private Wealth Management Associate at Morgan Stanley. She aims to enhance her skills and gain experience in the finance sector, with the intention of pursuing an M.B.A. in the near future.

Anna Laws '14

Anna grew up in McLean, VA, and attended The Potomac School from grades seven through twelve alongside her younger brother, Preston ’15. She then attended William & Mary, where she majored in Public Health and Spanish.

After graduating, Anna moved to Peru to serve as a Peace Corps volunteer in a small, remote village in the Andes Mountains. Following her service, Anna earned her Master of Public Health from Emory University, focusing on global food systems and climate change.

In 2023, she moved back to DC to join the Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET), where she travels the world pursuing her passion for working in global food security.

Amelia Mazloom '18

Amelia grew up in Arlington, VA, and was a lifer at Potomac, serving as Senior Class President and Baccalaureate speaker.

Currently, she is Vice President of Investor Relations at ICR Inc., one of North America's largest independent communications and advisory firms. She specializes in developing compelling investor narratives and managing financial communications for clients across the REIT and Business & Professional Services sectors. Since joining ICR in 2022, Amelia has led initiatives to enhance client service offerings through innovative AI solutions and spearheaded the firm’s involvement with the National Investor Relations Institute (NIRI). In recognition of her contributions to the field, she was named to NIRI's 2025 Class of Rising Leaders Under 40.

Amelia holds a B.A. from Boston College with a double major in Perspectives and Psychology and a concentration in Finance. Outside of the office, she is an avid skier who enjoys both resort and backcountry terrain. She remains dedicated to philanthropy, having founded a legacy fundraising gala for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital that has raised over $500,000 to date.

Gabriel Miller '16

Gabriel grew up in Washington, DC, and attended Potomac from grades seven through twelve. He graduated from High Point University with a B.A. in Business Administration and Entrepreneurship.

Currently, Gabriel is an Associate at Miller Walker Retail Real Estate, a boutique firm specializing in retail and restaurant brokerage throughout the Washington, DC region. In his role, he advises both landlords and tenants on strategy and leasing, while also leading the production of custom marketing campaigns, demographic reports, and immersive Matterport virtual tours that bring spaces to life. Prior to joining Miller Walker, Gabriel gained hands-on experience through internships with several prominent firms, including JBG Smith, Kettler, Brick Lane, and Garrison Investment Group in New York City.

Gabriel is actively involved in the local business community as a member of Dupont Main Street, where he supports efforts to promote and strengthen one of DC’s most vibrant commercial corridors. Outside of work, he enjoys attending live concerts, playing soccer, and experimenting in the kitchen with new recipes.

Gillian Price '15

Gillian grew up in McLean, VA, and was a lifer at The Potomac School. Her twin sister, Maddie ’15, and her brother, Stuart ’09, also attended Potomac. After graduation, Gillian continued her education at Tufts University, where she earned a B.A. in International Relations and Chinese Language.

Currently residing in Boston, MA, Gillian works as a Senior Consultant at Vantage Partners, a boutique management consulting firm. In her role, she focuses on helping clients address their unique negotiation, influence, and collaboration challenges.

Claire Robertson '04

Claire grew up in Bethesda, MD, and was a Potomac lifer, varsity lacrosse and field hockey captain, and Senior Class President for the Class of 2004. She earned her B.A. in Political Science from the University of Pennsylvania and her M.A. in Government from Georgetown University. After college, she served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ukraine.

Today, Claire works on democracy, human rights, and governance issues abroad and locally, and has lived in Northeast DC for more than a decade.

Griffith Roberts Roth '06

Griffith is from McLean, VA, and was a lifer at Potomac alongside her sister, Blythe Roberts McNerney ’10. She earned a B.A. in Political Science from Bucknell University and later studied at the New York School of Interior Design. Griffith joined forces with her sister and launched their namesake interior design firm, Griffith Blythe Interiors, after working with interior designers in both Manhattan and Washington, DC. In addition to their design services, Griffith and her sister co-founded Gatopard, a curated fine linens and home decor company offering thoughtfully sourced pieces that reflect their signature style.

Griffith lives in Washington, DC. with her husband, James, and their three children, Porter, Harrison, and Charlotte. She serves on the Advisory Committee at Metropolitan Nursery School and is an active member of the Washington Winter Show. In her free time, Griffith enjoys playing tennis and spending time with her family.

Armaan Sethi '26, Student Body President

Armaan serves as Student Body President at The Potomac School, where he has been involved in student government each year since entering in ninth grade. He is also a captain of the Speech & Debate team, competing at the national level in Congressional Debate, and is currently enrolled in the Science and Engineering Research Center (SERC) concentration. His research project focuses on developing a real-time, sensor-based oxygen flow adjustment system for stationary concentrators, with the goal of improving care for patients with chronic respiratory conditions.

Beyond Potomac, Armaan is the founder of the Chardi Kala Empowerment Initiative, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing public health advocacy and education. He also established Potomac’s chapter of HOSA (Health Occupation Students of America) to encourage students to explore careers in medicine and healthcare. With a passion for public policy, clinical research, and healthcare reform, Armaan hopes to help shape a more equitable and effective medical system.

JP Young '15 

JP Young is a consultant in the Data & Services division of Mastercard, where he focuses on providing analytical insights to his clients. Previously, he worked as a real estate analyst for Peaceable Street Capital and participates in the Potomac School Real Estate Alumni Association.

A lifer at Potomac, JP was a member of the Varsity Football, Wrestling, and Lacrosse teams and participated in the robotics program. After Potomac, he attended the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned his Bachelor's degrees in Economics and Finance.

Stefanie Thomas Martin '03, Board of Trustee Liaison

Stefanie is a venture investor at Impact America Fund. She joined the firm in 2015 and is particularly interested in the network effects that propel bootstrapped entrepreneurs, a focus inspired by her father who overcame tremendous challenges as a low-income business owner.

Prior to joining Impact America Fund, Stefanie co-founded Quarterback Impact while also managing fund development for an impact investment evergreen project. In 2014, she led a 6,000-mile road trip across the US to meet and work with entrepreneurs who are focused on making an impact in their local communities. She co-founded and is an advisor for Women Who Launch, an organization that fosters a gender-equal entrepreneurial ecosystem, and was recognized as an emerging voice of “Black Women VCs” by Fast Company.

Sarah Murphy Starr '99, Board of Trustee Liaison

As an alumna, Sarah  is very active in the Potomac School community. Prior to becoming a trustee, Sarah was a co-chair of the 2023 record-setting Scholarship Auction, served as class reunion chair in 2013-14 and 2003-04, and was a member of the Alumni Governing Council from 2016 to 2020 and from 2004 to 2005. In addition, she was an annual giving volunteer from 2018 to 2022 and served as an inaugural Blair Society volunteer and a Parent Association representative. Sarah received her Bachelor’s degree in Rhetoric and Communication Studies and French from the University of Richmond. She resides in Washington, DC, with her husband, Shooter, and their two children.