A former board member, Jeanne has been employed part-time by Discover Haverford/HPED since 2016. She grew up near Buffalo, NY but has lived in Haverford Township for the past 30 years, raising three boys with her husband Sam. She has a BA from Earlham College and a Masters in Social Service Management from Bryn Mawr College. Jeanne has been very active in the civic life of Haverford Township. She was on the board of the Llanerch Civic Association for 18 years, serving as president for seven years. She was co-chair of the Llanerch Crossing Park Committee, and served on the leadership team for the Task Force for Business Revitalization. Jeanne is co-founder and coordinator of the Haverford Tree Tenders program. She has served on the Haverford Township Civic Council board for the past 12 years and is editor of their Informed Citizen's Network Newsletter.
We welcomed our new project coordinator Melissa Batchelor in September 2021. Melissa attended St. Joes University and has several years experience coordinating programs and events. Melissa lives in Paddock Farms with her husband and two young girls, and loves living in Haverford Township. She has been president of the Paddock Farms Civic Association for the past three years.
Cindi works 12 hours per week, assisting with office management, greening projects, event coordination, volunteer and sponsor recruitment, and marketing. Cindi has notable event planning and fundraising experience with Haverford Music Festival and Kelly Music for Life. She and her husband also owned their own restaurant in Ridley Park for five years. She raised her son in Haverford Township and has been active in supporting his hockey team.
The Discover Haverford Board of Directors is a diverse set of stakeholders in our community: commercial property owners, business owners, Township officials, and residents.
Discover Haverford Board President Mike Mallick is a principal at Valley Forge Financial Group. He has a BS in Business Administration from Boston University and professional experience in Business, Finance, and Real Estate. He serves on the board of the Malvern Retreat House. He and his wife have lived in Havertown for 13 years, and are raising three sons here.
Jon has lived in Haverford Township for almost 25 years. He has contributed to the Citizen’s Task Force for Economic Revitalization, was Vice President on the HPED Board of Directors during its first four years and has participated in the Haverford Alliance for Drug Awareness. He obtained his BSc from McGill, MA and PhD degrees from th
Jon has lived in Haverford Township for almost 25 years. He has contributed to the Citizen’s Task Force for Economic Revitalization, was Vice President on the HPED Board of Directors during its first four years and has participated in the Haverford Alliance for Drug Awareness. He obtained his BSc from McGill, MA and PhD degrees from the University of British Columbia, served as Psychiatry faculty at Hahnemann and UPenn Medical Schools and held medical communications roles at area publications agencies and pharmaceutical companies. He recently retired from his latest role as Global Head of BioPharmaceutical Publications at AstraZeneca and now does part time consulting work in pharmaceutical communications. He currently lives in Havertown with his wife Lorraine.
Derek manages the Edward Jones Investments office in Havertown, where he serves as a financial advisor to individuals, families, and small businesses in the community. Prior to starting his practice, Derek spent 10 years working for a large asset management firm. He holds a BA in PR/Advertising and a Minor in German Language from Penn
Derek manages the Edward Jones Investments office in Havertown, where he serves as a financial advisor to individuals, families, and small businesses in the community. Prior to starting his practice, Derek spent 10 years working for a large asset management firm. He holds a BA in PR/Advertising and a Minor in German Language from Penn State University. He currently lives in Havertown with his wife Lindsay, and their two sons Carter and Lincoln.
Our Board Secretary Christine Faris has been a resident of Haverford Township for 38 years and is the retired Director of the Haverford Township Free Library. In addition, she has served on the Board of the Haverford Township Civic Council for six years and Secretary for four, and is a member of the Finance Committee. Raised in Darby, s
Our Board Secretary Christine Faris has been a resident of Haverford Township for 38 years and is the retired Director of the Haverford Township Free Library. In addition, she has served on the Board of the Haverford Township Civic Council for six years and Secretary for four, and is a member of the Finance Committee. Raised in Darby, she lived in Springfield and Clifton Heights before settling in Havertown where she and her husband raised three children, all attending Haverford Township schools. Christine has a BA in Accounting from St. Joseph’s University and a Master’s in Library Science from Clarion University.
Don Kelly recently retired as Director of Community and Economic Development with the Greater Philadelphia Urban Affairs Coalition. He is an Adjunct Professor at Eastern University and Penn State Brandywine in urban planning, economic development, public policy and community revitalization. He has served on the Haverford Township Civic
Don Kelly recently retired as Director of Community and Economic Development with the Greater Philadelphia Urban Affairs Coalition. He is an Adjunct Professor at Eastern University and Penn State Brandywine in urban planning, economic development, public policy and community revitalization. He has served on the Haverford Township Civic Council board for the past 20 years, and was president for four. In 2005, Don led the effort to organize the Citizens Task Force for Business Revitalization, and has been on the Discover Haverford/HPED board since 2009 and served as board president for several years. He is co-founder of Haverford Green which maintains the Triangle Garden in Oakmont. Don and his wife Christine live in the Merwood section of Havertown.
Judy Trombetta is a Haverford Township Commissioner, representing the 4th Ward. She serves as Vice President of the Board, Chair of the Township's Economic Development Committee, and as the Township liaison to Discover Haverford. Over the course of her career, Judy has worked in local and state government and with numerous nonprofit, advo
Judy Trombetta is a Haverford Township Commissioner, representing the 4th Ward. She serves as Vice President of the Board, Chair of the Township's Economic Development Committee, and as the Township liaison to Discover Haverford. Over the course of her career, Judy has worked in local and state government and with numerous nonprofit, advocacy, and community-based organizations in various capacities. Judy and her family have lived in Havertown since 2015.
George has been practicing law in Havertown for the past 18 years, but started his career as an engineer in the aerospace and defense industry. He has a BSME from Bucknell University, and a JD from Villanova. George has extensive litigation and trial experience, in both state and federal courts. He primarily represents high/new technolog
George has been practicing law in Havertown for the past 18 years, but started his career as an engineer in the aerospace and defense industry. He has a BSME from Bucknell University, and a JD from Villanova. George has extensive litigation and trial experience, in both state and federal courts. He primarily represents high/new technology businesses and manufacturers. He has been active in the Rotary Club, the Citizen’s Task Force for Business Revitalization, Haverford Civic Council and the Youth Aid Panel. George and his wife Pam live in Oakmont where they raised three children.
Janice is a full time local Realtor with Wagner Real Estate. Janice and her husband Neil have raised their 3 sons as residents of Haverford Township over the past 30 years. Prior to real estate, she owned and operated a small business, Main Line Chocolates. Janice has a BS in Human Resource Management and Organizational Behavior from
Janice is a full time local Realtor with Wagner Real Estate. Janice and her husband Neil have raised their 3 sons as residents of Haverford Township over the past 30 years. Prior to real estate, she owned and operated a small business, Main Line Chocolates. Janice has a BS in Human Resource Management and Organizational Behavior from LaSalle University. As a resident, she has a passion for Haverford Township, and as a realtor, she has a vested interest in the health of the community as she serves her clients.
Angela has worked as an Accounting Services manager for Affiliated Distributors in Wayne for the last 21 years. She is heavily involved with onboarding all new AD Associates and new Distributors and Manufactures (located in US, Canada & Mexico) that join the AD family.
Angela has lived in the busy & ever changing Havertown downtown-area fo
Angela has worked as an Accounting Services manager for Affiliated Distributors in Wayne for the last 21 years. She is heavily involved with onboarding all new AD Associates and new Distributors and Manufactures (located in US, Canada & Mexico) that join the AD family.
Angela has lived in the busy & ever changing Havertown downtown-area for the last 26 years where she has been involved with the community, including serving as director of the Wednesday night dining club.
She has been involved with her BFF Bill, for the last 24 years and shares the joy of his 3 adult kids & their spouses and his 11 grandkids.
Gina Ranieri is co-owner of Ranieri and Kerns Associates Construction Company, one of Discover Haverford's Platinum Sponsors. Gina grew up in Haverford Township and currently lives in Ardmore with her husband and two children. She has been an active volunteer with Haverford Green, Discover Haverford greening projects, and planters at HMS. She is currently chair of Discover Haverford's Streetscaping Committee.
Angelo is a lifetime resident of Haverford Township and is a retired civil engineer/surveyor, having most recently served as Vice-President of Engineering for the firm of Chester Valley Engineers, located in Paoli, PA. Angelo graduated from Villanova University in 1971 and lives in the Brookline section of Haverford Township with his wife Lynda. They have four grown children; Matt, Mike, Beth and Tim.
Angelo is a 17-year member of the Township’s Planning Commission, currently serving as its Chairman. He also served on the Steering Committee for the new Township Municipal Building and also serves on the Steering Committee for the update to the Township’s Comprehensive Plan.
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