Janelle Menz

Janelle (Schmidt) Menz, graduated from Benedictine College in 2006. Janelle’s career in the event and hospitality industry has resulted in a wide range of high-profile projects, including international and televised events, as well as events for notable politicians and hundreds of weddings. Throughout her career she has been challenged to stay above the fray and lean into her deep-rooted connection to Benedictine’s values and her Raven heart. Janelle joined Benedictine in January of 2024 as the Director of Donor Engagement & Stewardship. She and her husband, Jeff and two children live in Atchison, Kansas.