Richard Lanahan is a dedicated advocate for Catholic education and a proud product of it himself. He attended Catholic school throughout his primary and secondary years, earned his undergraduate degree from King’s College, and went on to receive his MBA from La Salle University.

Having experienced firsthand the lifelong impact of Catholic education, Richard believes deeply in its ability to form the whole person academically, spiritually, and morally while preparing students to live lives of service and leadership. He brings this conviction, along with his professional expertise and commitment to strengthening Catholic communities, to his service on the Perth Amboy Catholic School Board.

Richard currently serves as the Director of Stewardship and Development for the Diocese of Metuchen. He lives in Doylestown, Pennsylvania with his wife and their three children.