THE PEOPLE BEHIND OUR MISSION
Meet Our Board of Directors
The John and Matthew Gaudreau Foundation is guided by a dedicated Board of Directors who share a commitment to honoring John and Matty through meaningful action. Bringing together personal connections, professional experience, and a passion for giving back, our board works to advance the Foundation's mission of expanding access to youth hockey, supporting hockey families facing tragedy, and helping families affected by drunk driving. Together, they're helping turn a shared purpose into lasting impact.
Charlie Vasaturo
Vice President
Charlie Vasaturo grew up alongside John and Matty Gaudreau and was one of their closest friends. He learned to play hockey at an early age under the guidance of their father, Guy Gaudreau, and their friendship grew through a shared love of the game.
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Charlie went on to play NCAA Division I hockey at Union College, where he won a national championship in 2014. After graduating, he played professional hockey in the minor leagues for four years before retiring in 2019. He then returned to the game as a coach at Hollydell Ice Arena, working alongside Coach Guy Gaudreau.
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Charlie and his wife, Gabrielle, live in Swedesboro, New Jersey, with their two children, Lucia and James.
Elisse Glennon Administrative Director and Secretary/Treasurer
Elisse Glennon serves as Administrative Director and Secretary/Treasurer of The John and Matthew Gaudreau Foundation. She was part of the team that helped bring the Foundation to life, working alongside its founders to establish the organization and build a strong foundation for its mission. With more than 25 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, and organizational development, she brings valuable expertise and a deep commitment to making a difference.
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Elisse is the founder of Elisse Glennon Consulting and a best-selling author. Her career includes leadership positions at NJ Sharing Network, Palisades Medical Center, and United Way of Greater Union County, where she helped organizations grow, strengthen their fundraising efforts, and expand their community impact.
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Recognized by NJBIZ as one of the Best 50 Women in Business, Elisse has served on numerous nonprofit boards and remains actively involved in community service. She lives in New Jersey with her husband, Brian, and their four children.
Carolynn O'Brien
Marketing Director
Carolynn O'Brien is the founder and Creative Director of The Graphics Connection, a woman-owned creative agency she has led for 26 years in Caldwell, New Jersey. With a background in branding, marketing, and communications, she works closely with businesses and nonprofit organizations to bring their stories and missions to life.
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Carolynn helped establish the John and Matthew Gaudreau Foundation, developing its brand identity, website, and marketing strategy. She continues to guide the Foundation's communications and outreach as Marketing Director and a member of its Board of Directors.
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Passionate about giving back, Carolynn has been involved in numerous charitable and community initiatives, including leading a Leukemia & Lymphoma Society running team that raised more than $500,000 for blood cancer research. She also co-founded Caldwell Porchfest, serves on the board of Ally's Elves, and is a member of the Rotary Club of the Caldwells.
Erik Gudbranson
Board Member
Erik Gudbranson serves on the Board of Directors of the John and Matthew Gaudreau Foundation. A longtime friend and former teammate of John Gaudreau, Erik shares a personal connection to the Foundation's mission and a commitment to honoring John and Matty through the game they loved.
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A veteran NHL defenseman with more than 15 seasons of professional hockey experience, Erik currently plays for the Columbus Blue Jackets, where he has serves as an alternate captain. Originally selected third overall in the 2010 NHL Draft by the Florida Panthers, he has played for several NHL organizations throughout his career, earning respect for his leadership both on and off the ice.
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Through his involvement with the Foundation, Erik is dedicated to helping expand opportunities for young hockey players and supporting families facing difficult circumstances. He brings a player's perspective and a deep appreciation for the hockey community to the Foundation's work.
Garrett Korbitz
Board Member
Garrett Korbitz serves on the Board of Directors of the John and Matthew Gaudreau Foundation. As Madeline Gaudreau's older brother, he shares a deeply personal commitment to honoring John and Matty by supporting families facing tragedy, expanding opportunities for young athletes, and making a meaningful difference in the communities they loved.
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Garrett is an attorney in the Houston office of White & Case LLP, an international law firm, where he focuses on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and complex commercial transactions. He also serves on the Advisory Board of the Institute for Energy Law.
Beyond his legal practice, Garrett is dedicated to community service and expanding access to legal assistance for underserved individuals. He has been recognized multiple times by the American Bar Association as a Pro Bono Leader for his contributions to its Free Legal Answers program, which provides free legal guidance to those in need.
Madeline Gaudreau serves as Co-President of the John and Matthew Gaudreau Foundation alongside Meredith Gaudreau. Through her leadership, she is dedicated to honoring the lives of her beloved husband, Matty, and his brother, John, by carrying forward their love of hockey, family, and community.
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As a devoted mother to her son, Tripp, Madeline is passionate about creating meaningful opportunities to help others. She works closely with Meredith to guide the Foundation's mission of expanding access to youth hockey, supporting hockey families facing tragedy, and assisting families affected by drunk driving.
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Madeline is especially committed to ensuring that the Foundation's work translates into real support for those who need it most, whether that's helping a young athlete pursue their love of hockey or providing assistance to a family navigating difficult circumstances.
Madeline Gaudreau
Co-President
Meredith Gaudreau serves as Co-President of the John and Matthew Gaudreau Foundation alongside Madeline Gaudreau. As the wife of John Gaudreau and a devoted mother to their children, Noa, Johnny, and Carter, Meredith is committed to honoring John and Matty by carrying forward their love of hockey, family, and community.
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Through her leadership, Meredith works to create meaningful opportunities for children and families, helping make the game of hockey more accessible while providing support to those facing difficult circumstances. Together with Madeline, she helps guide the Foundation's grants, partnerships, and initiatives, turning the love and generosity surrounding John and Matty into positive change.
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For Meredith, the Foundation is a meaningful way to celebrate the brothers' lives, share the values they held close, and make a lasting difference for families and communities.