Alexandra Krotinger ’04: Embracing the Power of Connection

Krotinger embraced that power of connection as a student at Rivers, and she continues to embrace it in giving back to the school that she says has given her so much. Krotinger has served in a variety of volunteer roles and is the current president of the Alumni Council. At Reunion in May 2025, she was awarded The Rivers Cup, which recognizes an alum who has shown extraordinary dedication to Rivers. 

“Rivers satiated in me an appetite for learning,” Krotinger says. She recalls with gratitude the support she received from Rivers’ faculty who encouraged her curiosity and championed her growth. “Rivers teachers genuinely want you to be successful and be creative,” she says.

“There’s an art and a science to learning that is literal and very practical. I liked that anything we learned in a book was brought to life,” Krotinger comments. “It was teaching to make you excited about learning and the world you will be a part of.”

 

Krotinger cites key takeaways from Rivers that have supported her professional growth: “Always being curious, asking why things are the way they are, [and] creating solutions.” Krotinger has held leadership roles in the investment sector, at HubSpot, and, most recently, at OneTrust, where she is director of learning and talent development.

Throughout her life, Krotinger has remained connected to Rivers. Before joining the council, Krotinger served as a class agent. She founded the Young Alumni Achievement Award to engage younger alumni by recognizing and celebrating early career achievements. She also helped revamp the “Life After Winter Street” event for graduating seniors. Now known as “Rivers Connect,” the event focuses on students’ next horizon: college.

Lisa Raftery ’93, among the first female graduates of Rivers, served as an important mentor in welcoming Krotinger to the Alumni Council. Krotinger describes Raftery as a “quiet leader with a commanding presence.” She adds, “She saw the same energy she has for Rivers in me.” In turn, Krotinger’s leadership and dedication to Rivers sets an example for the next Rivers generation to follow.