Members In The News

The Diocese of Raleigh is chartering a local chapter of Legatus, a member organization of Catholic business leaders. READ

In the sometimes-merciless business world, devout Catholic executives need a way to blend their business skills and their faith: That was the vision of Domino’s Pizza magnate Tom Monaghan when he established Legatus 34 years ago as an alternative to secular groups such as Young Presidents’ Organization. READ

Legatus International has honored The Most Reverend Sam Jacobs, Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux, for his 11 years of service as International Chaplain. READ

Legatus International has presented Stephen and Deborah Peroutka with their annual Ambassador of the Year Award. Legatus is a membership organization of Catholic CEOs and presidents who have committed to study, live, and spread the Catholic faith. READ

When Gov. Gavin Newsom responded to the pandemic in March 2020 with a stay-at-home order that included an indoor worship ban, some churches took the matter to court. LiMandri and Jonna persisted through a sequence of setbacks before federal judges until the U.S. Supreme Court lifted the ban. READ

Bishop Frank Caggiano of Bridgeport has been named the next chaplain of Legatus International, a Catholic business leaders’ association with over 100 chapters in the U.S. and Canada. READ

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Eugene Cassidy, president and CEO of Eastern States Exposition (ESE), was elected chairman of the International Assoc. of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE) during the organization’s annual business meeting.
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Mary’s Place, a ministry for women with crisis pregnancies, grew from the friendship between Legatus members Chris and Molly McMahon and the Sisters of Life, a community dedicated to the protection of unborn children. The McMahons felt called by Bishop David Zubik’s On Mission for The Church Alive! prayer to answer the call for “selfless, energetic leaders,” and to move from philanthropy to hands-on ministry. READ