Allied Services
Jim Brogna, Allied Services (SUBMITTED)
Jeff Snyder, Allied Services (SUBMITTED)
William Lezinski, Allied Services (SUBMITTED)
Margy Fiscus, Allied Services (SUBMITTED)
Brian Petry, Allied Services (SUBMITTED)
Erin Yesalavage, Allied Services (SUBMITTED)
Stacey Biduck, Allied Services (SUBMITTED)
Kelly Martin-Johnson, Allied Services (SUBMITTED)
Robert Romagnolo, Allied Services (SUBMITTED)
Lynn Giacomi, Allied Services (SUBMITTED)
Jamie Mackey, Allied Services (SUBMITTED)
Kate Cunningham, Allied Services (SUBMITTED)
Amy Mills, Allied Services (SUBMITTED)
The health system announced the internal promotion of 13 employees to advanced roles across its behavioral health division and vocational services division. Allied said these team members have demonstrated exceptional dedication to the people they serve, and their leadership will help strengthen programs, expand services and support continued growth throughout the organization.
After 26 years leading the marketing, communications and development efforts, Jim Brogna assumed leadership responsibility for behavioral, developmental, vocational services and waiver coordination programs. Through legislative advocacy and partnership development, Brogna will provide support and guidance for the leadership teams and colleagues who provide high-quality residential care for intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health services, vocational training and day programs, as well as support for thousands who rely on Allied experience and expertise for support through these human services programs and for those whose goal is to strive for greatest possible independence.
Jeff Snyder has been appointed to assistant vice president of community services at Allied Services Integrated Health System. With two decades of experience at the organization, he has held several leadership roles throughout his tenure. The community services division encompasses developmental services, vocational services, behavioral health services, waiver coordination, and Burnley Employment and Rehabilitation Services, collectively serving over 1,000 individuals across Northeast Pennsylvania.
William Lezinski started his career at Allied in 2020 as the director of accounting for the vocational division. In his current role as assistant vice president of community services, Lezinski oversees financial matters for vocational services, behavioral health, ICF and the Burnley Workshop. Intermediate care facilities are supported by both federal and state funds and are specifically designed to furnish health and rehabilitative services to people with intellectual disabilities or related conditions. He also manages Allied’s extensive real estate portfolio.
Margy Fiscus has dedicated over 44 years working with people with intellectual and physical disabilities. Throughout her career at Allied, she has held various positions — her most recent as director of the vocational services division, which includes the adult day program, the vocational work program and the community-supported employment program. In her new role as executive director, she will now oversee both the Scranton programs along with the Stroudsburg Vocational Program. She was also a recipient of the 2019 Charles Luger Memorial Award in recognition for compassion, dedication, expanding opportunities and removing barriers for individuals with disabilities.
Brian Petry started with Allied in 2012 as the director of custodial and landscaping services. Now executive director, Petry will be responsible for the overall administrative operations for the custodial and landscaping departments. Main duties within this role include ensuring quality control indicators and customer service standards are being successfully achieved.
Erin Yesalavage started her career at Allied in 2013. Yesalavage’s career began as a program specialist within the vocational services division that included the work program and custodian program for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities. Yesalavage also was promoted to clinic coordinator, and her most recent role was that of assistant director of the vocational services work program. In her new role, Yesalavage will oversee the vocational work program, adult day program and supported employment program. Yesalavage also received the Advocates Honor Award from LS/BH/ID for her dedication, leadership and exemplary work with individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Stacey Biduck, the new director of custodial landscaping and photo licensing, started her journey with Allied in 2014 in the vocational services division. In her new role, she oversees compliance across all government contracts and serves as the primary contact for federal customers.
Kelly Martin-Johnson began her distinguished career in 1985 as a certified recreation therapist at the John Heinz Institute. She was promoted to director of recreation therapy in 1989, making significant contributions to the field. In 2018, Martin-Johnson transitioned into developmental services as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP), further expanding her expertise. Most recently, in late 2025, she was promoted to director of developmental services, where she continues to provide exceptional leadership and oversight of all residential programs, serving 100 individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Robert Romagnolo started his career with Allied in 2014 as an intern in the day program. Now the director of operations at Burnley Employment & Rehabilitation Services, he and his team provide an inclusive and productive environment for intellectually disabled individuals to develop vocational and social skills so they can be successful in their everyday lives. In addition, Romagnolo manages the community participation supports program component, which includes planning and approving community outings that provide volunteer, educational and recreational opportunities while ensuring participant safety and appropriate documentation.
Lynn Giacomi commenced her career with Allied in 1990, initially serving as a work activities supervisor before transitioning into nursing. During this time, she successfully completed her LPN and RN education. Throughout her career, she has held various roles, including CNA, charge nurse, nursing supervisor and unit manager, acquiring extensive experience across multiple shifts and settings. Since 2002, Giacomi has held a senior leadership position as health services manager, demonstrating her long-term commitment and sustained leadership within the organization. In late 2025, she was promoted to director of nursing for developmental services.
Jamie Mackey began their career in 2005 as a resident assistant at Lynett Village and was swiftly promoted to night shift supervisor within two years. In 2015, they advanced to the position of program specialist, providing support to both Lynett Village and WWSR Dorm. In early 2020, Mackey transitioned into the role of unit manager for these programs. In late 2025, they were promoted to residential services manager, a testament to their continued leadership development and long-term commitment to serving residential programs for 75 individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Kate Cunningham commenced her career at Allied in 1995, working at the Skilled Nursing Facility. In 2000, she transitioned to the developmental services division as a night shift staff nurse. In 2009, Cunningham was promoted to the position of charge nurse, overseeing the WWSR and LV homes in Scranton. In late 2025, she was elevated to the role of health services manager for the developmental services residential programs, where she now manages the care of 75 individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Now serving as project manager, Amy Mills started with Allied in 2010 as an executive assistant to then Vice President Bob Ames. In her new role, Mills will manage the Newman Building at Stauffer, as well as overseeing the work projects for the vocational workshop. She will also be the main contact person for the real estate division.
Camelback Resort
Christopher Baulo, Camelback Resort (SUBMITTED)
Kavon William Langley, Camelback Resort (SUBMITTED)
As part of its continued focus on enhancing guest experiences, the year-round recreational destination in the Pocono Mountains has appointed Christopher Baulo as its new director of food and beverage and Kavon William Langley as executive chef.
In his new role, Baulo will oversee the resort’s expansive culinary operations, which include 25 dining outlets ranging from food trucks and all-day casual venues to upscale dining concepts. Langley will lead day-to-day kitchen operations across the resort, including in-room dining and on-site catering for meetings, weddings and special events.
With more than 30 years of experience as both a chef and hospitality executive, Baulo will provide strategic leadership for the resort’s food and beverage operations, guiding daily execution, operational performance and long-term business objectives.
Most recently, Baulo served as director of food and beverage for Kings Island, a 364-acre amusement park northeast of Cincinnati, where he oversaw all culinary operations in collaboration with the park’s executive chef.
Baulo holds an associate of applied science degree in culinary arts from Johnson & Wales University.
As executive chef, Langley will oversee all kitchen operations at the resort, including food quality, budgeting and inventory management, blending his culinary prowess and business acumen. With a 25-year career in culinary operations, he most recently served as event chef/executive chef for the Brooklyn Museum with Great Performances in New York City, a role he held for nine years. He also served as executive chef for Great Wolf Lodge & Resort Hotels, overseeing five restaurants at the property, as well as the executive chef for IHG Hotels in New York. Passionate about mentoring the next generation of culinary professionals, Langley has served as a culinary instructor at the New York Restaurant School, Urban Horizons, Culinary Tech Center and the Art Institute of New York City.
Langley holds an associate degree in hotel management and culinary arts from Johnson & Wales University.
eXp Realty
Christine Ives Polizzi, eXp Realty (SUBMITTED)
Kathy Casarin, eXp Realty (SUBMITTED)
The Christine Ives Polizzi Team of eXp Elite announced the addition of real estate professional and listing specialist Kathy Casarin to its growing elite team.
Known for her results-driven approach, elevated marketing and unwavering commitment to client service, Casarin brings a powerful blend of experience, leadership and brand presence to the team. Her reputation for strategic pricing, strong negotiation and innovative digital marketing aligns seamlessly with the team’s mission of excellence, collaboration and elevated service.
Casarin has earned recognition for her leadership, community involvement and professional achievements, and is known for guiding clients with clarity and confidence through every stage of the real estate journey. Her transition to the company reflects a shared vision of growth, collaboration and delivering next-level results in today’s competitive market.
Maternal and Family Health Services
Lake Ryan Gemzik, Maternal and Family Health Services (SUBMITTED)
Damary Bonilla-Rodriguez, Maternal and Family Health Services (SUBMITTED)
Erica Acosta, Maternal and Family Health Services (SUBMITTED)
Rebecca Prociak, Maternal and Family Health Services (SUBMITTED)
Betsy McGrath Ardizoni, Maternal and Family Health Services (SUBMITTED)
The organization announced its newly elected board officers and welcomed new members to its board of directors. These dedicated leaders bring diverse professional expertise and a shared commitment to strengthening families, advancing health equity and improving outcomes across the region. They are: Lake Ryan Gemzik, chair; Dr. Damary Bonilla-Rodriguez, vice chair; Erica Acosta, secretary; and Rebecca Prociak, CPA, treasurer.
Gemzik serves as president and chief executive officer of Building Blocks Learning Center. With more than 18 years of experience in early childhood education, Gemzik is deeply committed to making quality child care accessible to all families. He brings extensive expertise in nonprofit leadership, financial oversight and systems building, with a career dedicated to improving outcomes for children and families.
Bonilla-Rodriguez is a published author and nationally recognized leader in diversity-focused leadership development. With experience spanning the nonprofit, private and government sectors, she brings a strong background in Spanish, social work, organizational communications and executive leadership. She is an active board member and advocate for social justice initiatives, is a commissioner for the Governor’s Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs and resides in Pennsylvania.
Acosta is the director for diversity initiatives at Wilkes University, where she supports undergraduate students and leads campus-wide efforts focused on belonging and engagement. Acosta is an engaged community leader in Wilkes-Barre and serves on several boards.
Prociak is a senior audit associate at Baker Tilly, where she specializes in not-for-profit and local higher education audits. She brings strong financial expertise and a passion for supporting organizations that make a meaningful impact throughout the region.
MFHS also welcomes the following new members to its board of directors: Heather Buck, director of human resources, Johnson College; Dr. Jamian Ryan, DO, FAAP, physician, Geisinger Pediatrics; Patrick McDonough, LCSW, owner, McDonough Counseling & Coaching; Katherine Silfa, MSW, EFI program manager; Wendi Holena, vice president/chief financial officer, NEPA Alliance; and Dara Soljaga, Ph.D., associate dean of education, King’s College.
In addition, Betsy McGrath Ardizoni has been promoted to senior director of brand and development. In this expanded role, Ardizoni will join the MFHS executive leadership team, further strengthening the organization’s strategic leadership and mission-driven impact.
In addition to continuing to lead MFHS’s fundraising and donor development efforts, Ardizoni will now assume overarching responsibility for all external communications and branding. She will provide strategic leadership and direction across marketing, media relations and community engagement.
In a relatively short time, Ardizoni has driven tangible results for MFHS through effective management of digital media and marketing, the cultivation of new donors, board members and community partners, and the enhancement of fundraising initiatives. Her strategic, mission-centered branded messaging has strengthened and expanded relationships with media, legislative and advocacy partners, elevating the organization’s visibility and impact throughout the region.
Ardizoni has more than 10 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, where she has excelled in development, community relations and marketing roles. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Penn State University and a certificate in executive event leadership from Temple University.
Naval Submarine League
Devin Steigerwalt, Naval Submarine League (SUBMITTED)
The organization announced that Lockheed Martin missiles and fire control systems machinist Devin Steigerwalt is the recipient of an NSL Workforce Stars Award. The annual award recognizes trades personnel who have been identified and selected as exemplary contributors to the industrial infrastructure or construction, maintenance or repair of U.S. submarines.
The league presents this award to recognize outstanding workers in a positive way and to encourage them to act as role models for future potential trades personnel. By providing national recognition of the awardees and their contributions, the league’s goal is to encourage young people to consider a career path in the trades and thereby help our country rebuild its industrial base.
As a machinist at Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control Systems, Steigerwalt quickly progressed through the machinist ranks to become a setup machinist, excelling at every level. During his time as a weldment machinist and setup machinist, he was the lead machinist on a team that transitioned two Virgina Class rod control cabinet weldments and one Columbia Class rod control cabinet weldment to a new, technologically advanced four-axis horizontal machining center. As a setup machinist, he took on leadership roles, devoting a significant amount of time developing the skills of other machinists in weldment machining methodology as well as teaching entry-level machinists the basics of efficient setups and part verification.
NET Credit Union
Sean Thorpe, NET Credit Union (SUBMITTED)
Jean Seifert, NET Credit Union (SUBMITTED)
Allison Moyer, NET Credit Union (SUBMITTED)
Sean Thorpe has been promoted to director of branch operations.
A graduate of Penn State University with over 15 years of experience in financial services, focusing on lending, Thorpe has been an integral part of the credit union team since joining as a loan officer in September 2016.
In his new role, Thorpe will be overseeing all branches and facilities as well as helping to move branch teams forward as the organization continues to evolve into a more modern frontline experience.
Jean Seifert has been promoted to Scranton branch manager.
Seifert has served as a key member of the team for nearly 29 years. She has excelled at training new employees while overseeing all facets of the teller line, and has demonstrated relationship building skills with both employees and members.
Allison Moyer has been promoted to Scranton assistant branch manager.
Moyer is a 2014 graduate of Misericordia University with a degree in accounting. She comes from a consumer finance background of almost 10 years.
New York Army National Guard
Major General Ray Shields, the adjutant general for the state of New York, announces the recent promotion of members of the Army National Guard in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership.
Harold Quezada from Great Bend, assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 101st Expeditionary Battalion, received a promotion Dec. 15 to the rank of master sergeant.
Army National Guard promotions are based on a soldier’s overall performance, demonstrated leadership abilities, professionalism and future development potential.
These promotions recognize the best-qualified soldiers for a career in the Army National Guard.
Northeast Regional Cancer Institute
Maria Montoro Edwards, Northeast Regional Cancer Institute (SUBMITTED)
David Grega, Northeast Regional Cancer Institute (SUBMITTED)
Holly Roever Carron, Northeast Regional Cancer Institute (SUBMITTED)
John Ruddy, Northeast Regional Cancer Institute (SUBMITTED)
The institute’s board of directors elected new officers. Dr. Maria Montoro Edwards was elected as chair of the board; David Grega, CPA, vice chair; Holly Roever Carron, secretary; and John Ruddy, DPS, CFA, CPA, treasurer.
Montoro Edwards serves as president and CEO of Maternal and Family Health Services. She works to build organizational capacity and ensure the sustainability and growth of MFHS initiatives that have a positive impact on women, children and families. She serves as the co-chair of the Perinatal Action Collaborative, member of the Pennsylvania Maternal Mortality Review Committee, and the board of PA Alliance of Family Planning Councils and Telespond Senior Services.
Grega is the corporate controller at Medico Construction Equipment Inc., where he is responsible for overseeing all accounting and financial operations while playing a key role in driving the company’s growth. Before joining Medico, Grega served as a director at McGrail Merkel Quinn & Associates PC, bringing 16 years of experience in public accounting. A Shavertown resident, he is actively engaged in the community as a board member of NeighborWorks NEPA, a member of the Knights of Columbus, and a volunteer youth sports coach for Back Mountain Little League and Lake-Lehman Youth Basketball. Grega has also previously served on the finance committee at Wyoming Valley Country Club.
Roever Carron is president at HW Roever Inc., a family-operated real estate holding company and former Dunkin’ franchisee. She is a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University at University Park with a bachelor’s degree in marketing and international business with a concentration in Spanish. She currently serves as chair of the board at St. Joseph’s Center, an organization designed to assist those with intellectual disabilities and developmental delays, and sits on the Family Business Alliance board. Carron has also begun a new career in college admissions as a first reader at the University of Miami.
Ruddy is an associate professor of finance in the Economics and Finance Department of the Arthur J. Kania School of Management, University of Scranton. There he teaches undergraduate and graduate level courses in finance. Ruddy has a Bachelor of Science in accounting from the University of Scranton and an MBA in finance and investments from the George Washington University. He also holds a Doctorate in Professional Studies, with a focus in finance, from Pace University. He holds the Certified Public Accountant and Chartered Financial Analyst designations. The University of Scranton has recognized Ruddy four times for his teaching. He was the recipient of the Kania School of Management Outstanding Professor in 2013 and 2017 and the university’s Teacher of the Year Award in 2014. Most recently, he was the recipient of the 2020-2021 KSOM Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching. He previously served on Scranton Preparatory School’s board of trustees and the Howard Gardner board of directors.
University of Scranton
Doug Boyle, University of Scranton (SUBMITTED)
Hank Willenbrink, University of Scranton (SUBMITTED)
Accounting Chair and Professor Douglas M. Boyle, DBA’88, was recently reelected to serve as chair of the Allied Services Foundation board of directors. Allied Services Integrated Health System, which has offices and centers throughout Northeast Pennsylvania, is a nationwide leader in rehabilitation and elderly care services. Boyle has been a member of the board since 2010. He was named chair in 2016.
Boyle is an award-winning educator and researcher who’s worked 30-plus years in industry in startup, middle market and Fortune 500 companies, where he has held the positions of board chair, president, chief executive officer, chief operations officer and chief financial officer. He recently ranked No. 2 worldwide for accounting education publication volume in the past six years, according to the Brigham Young University Accounting Research Rankings, which also placed the university No. 1 worldwide for research published by Ph.D. students. He is also ranked No. 1 internationally for research published in leading refereed accounting practitioner journals, according to “The Intersection of Academia and Practice: Publishing in Leading U.S. Accounting Organizations’ Journals,” Issues in Accounting Education (2020).
Under Boyle’s leadership, the university’s accounting program in the Kania School of Management was selected as one of the nation’s Best Business Schools by the Princeton Review. U.S. News and World Report recently ranked Scranton’s accounting program top 40 in the nation.
Hank Willenbrink, Ph.D., professor of English and theater, was recently named editor-in-chief of the academic magazine Ecumenica: Performance and Religion. Willenbrink’s first issue, a 122-page special edition filled with book and performance reviews, essays and roundtable conversations, was published in November.