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Fred Krull ’83, whose career with “Big Four” professional services firm EY spans 34 years, has been appointed to the Carthage Board of Trustees.

Fred Krull A staunch advocate for his alma mater, Mr. Krull served on the President’s Leadership Council for six years (including the past three as its chair). PLC members lead through philanthropy, advocacy, and volunteerism and provide input for major Carthage initiatives. He has given toward campus facilities such as the Science Center and The Tower Residence Hall, as well as other strategic priorities.

The Board of Trustees has ultimate governing and fiduciary responsibility for the College.

“Fred Krull is a wonderful addition to our board,” said President John Swallow. “I have been enormously grateful for Fred’s steadfast commitment to all aspects of Carthage’s success, especially recruiting alumni and parents to increased levels of engagement in Carthage’s future.”

“His chairmanship of the President’s Leadership Council is only the most recent example of that commitment,” President Swallow continued. “I look forward to working with him on the board.”

Mr. Krull joined EY (formerly Ernst & Young) in 1986 and has held the position of principal since 1998. Based in Los Angeles, he primarily works in risk management.

After majoring in economics and accounting as an undergraduate, Mr. Krull went on to earn both master’s (accountancy) and doctorate (law) degrees from Southern Illinois University. Besides his work with Carthage, he chairs the Los Angeles advisory board for Back on My Feet, a national nonprofit that combats homelessness through running and resources for employment and housing.

Mr. Krull and his wife, Joan Piper Krull, have three children. The oldest of them, Brendan Krull ’16, is also a Carthage graduate.