Sordoni Construction Services Announces Promotions Sordoni Construction Services was founded by Andrew J. Sordoni in 1910 and has since built a strong presence in Pennsylvania and the mid-Atlantic region as a construction manager, design-builder, and general contractor. The firm has successfully completed significant construction projects with primary emphasis on industrial, commercial and institutional clients. Robert Obuhosky has been promoted to Director of Preconstruction. Mr. Obuhosky joined Sordoni in April of 2018 as an Estimator and has over twenty years of commercial construction experience with a strong background in estimating and project management. In his new role, Robert will manage the workload and development of the preconstruction/estimating staff, collaborate with owners, architects, and Sordoni personnel on projects throughout the many phases of project development and execution, and provide clients with high quality solutions at competitive costs. Robert holds an Associate Degree in Architectural Engineering. Carmen Brutico has been promoted to Senior Project Manager. Mr. Brutico joined Sordoni in September of 2016 as a Project Manager and has over eleven years of experience in the construction industry. Carmen has a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of construction management along with diverse project experience in numerous industries. As Senior Project Manager, Carmen will play a significant role not only in the successful delivery of company initiatives but also provide leadership by building and motivating project teams to meet their project goals. Carmen holds a Master of Architectural Engineering Construction Management Option from Pennsylvania State University.
NET Credit Union Promotes Multiple Employees Marc Michalowski has been promoted to CIO, Chief Information Officer. Marc’s diverse experience in both IT and the credit union industry continues to help NET Credit Union grow and develop. Cheryl DeHaut has been promoted to Vice President of Risk Management. Cheryl is responsible for managing the Compliance and Human Resources Departments, which both ensure that NET’s policies and procedures comply with regulatory and ethical standards. Mary Rapach has been promoted to Member Service Center Manager. Mary has multiple years of call center experience, which has helped evolve NET Credit Union’s Member Service Department to serve our members better. Andrea Krivak has been promoted to Accounting Manager. Andrea has both public accounting and credit union accounting experience. She is currently pursuing her MBA. Steve Cowgill has been promoted to IT Manager. Steve has various years of IT experience, which has assisted both the IT Department and credit union expand our products and services. Lauren Pabst has been promoted to Marketing Manager. Lauren has over five years experience within both the company and department. She is responsible for educating our members, staff and community about NET Credit Union’s products and services.
Wayne Bank Promotes Linda Meskey to Assistant Vice President and Senior Credit Analyst Lewis J. Critelli, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, is pleased to announce the promotion of Linda Meskey to Assistant Vice President and Senior Credit Analyst. Mr. Critelli remarked, “Linda is well-deserving of this promotion. Her extensive experience, knowledge, and dedication have helped to maintain the Bank’s strong credit culture.” Ms. Meskey has over 23 years of banking experience and joined Wayne Bank in 2011. She earned an Associate’s Degree in Science from Lackawanna College. She resides in Scranton with her husband, Gary, and enjoys walking, bicycling, and swimming.
Gerald Zaboski Named Senior Vice President for the University of Scranton Gerald Zaboski ’87, G’95, was named senior vice president for the Office of the President at The University of Scranton, effective July 1, 2022. Rev. Joseph Marina, S.J., president of The University of Scranton, has named Gerald Zaboski ’87, G’95, as senior vice president for the Office of the President, effective July 1, 2022. Zaboski currently serves as vice president for enrollment management and external affairs. In his new position, he will continue to oversee the areas of marketing, communications and external affairs for Scranton, in addition to assuming new responsibilities for assisting the president with the advancement of the University’s strategic plan, and the creation and sustaining of new and existing partnerships with other institutions of higher learning, both international and domestic. “Beginning his service in 1988, Gerry’s vast experience at Scranton and unquestionable devotion to our mission will prove quite beneficial to our success in the years ahead,” said Father Marina in an announcement to the University community regarding the promotion. Zaboski will also continue to serve as a member of the University’s cabinet and as the leader for the University’s Incident Management Team. Zaboski joined the staff at the University in 1988. During his career at Scranton he served as executive assistant to the president, vice president for external affairs and vice president for alumni and public relations. He has also served on and chaired several committees including the University’s 125th Anniversary Committee. Prior to joining the University, he worked as public information manager for the Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce. Zaboski serves on the board and executive committee of the Agency for Community Empowerment, and on the boards of Lackawanna Industrial Fund Enterprises and the Institute for Public Policy and Research. He also serves as treasurer of the West Wyoming Hose Company #1. He is a past president of the Scranton Lions Club. A resident of West Wyoming, Zaboski earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from The University of Scranton and is a member of Alpha Epsilon Alpha and Alpha Sigma Nu honor societies.
People on the Move: Allied Services Integrated Health System Lori Steeves, NHA, PHCA: Allied Services Integrated Health System welcomed Lori Steeves, NHA, PHCA as Assistant Administrator of the Skilled Nursing Center in Scranton. Steeves brings nearly 20 years of experience in the fields of Skilled Nursing and Personal Care. Focusing on providing quality care, Lori will continue to work on the development and implementation of measures to ensure the highest quality of long-term care services and positive resident experiences. Lori received her Bachelor’s degree from Kutztown University and is both a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator and Licensed Personal Care Home Administrator. Rita Kuchta, RN, BSN: Allied Services Integrated Health System announced Rita Kuchta, RN as the new Director of Nursing at the Skilled Nursing Center in Scranton. During her extensive nursing career, Kuchta has specialized in Gerontology, directly overseeing the operations of multiple nursing units at the facility in Scranton. Throughout her career with the integrated health system Rita has held various administrative positions including Unit Manager and Assistant Director of Nursing. Rita has been an employee at Allied Services Skilled Nursing in Scranton for more than twenty years, which not only demonstrates her loyalty but true Skilled Nursing experience. Rita received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Penn State University. Melissa Palermo, RN: Allied Services Integrated Health System announced Melissa Palermo, RN as the new Assistant Director of Nursing at the Skilled Nursing Center in Scranton. Palermo previously served as Unit Manager where she was responsible for clinical care oversight and providing staff direction to ensure the highest quality of care. After joining the Skilled Nursing Center in 2003 as a Certified Nurse Aide, Palermo utilized Allied Services education assistance programs and was able to further her career by becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse, and then a Registered Nurse receiving her degree from Excelsior College. Jamie Sheridan, RN, BSN: Allied Services Integrated Health System welcomes back returning employee Jamie Sheridan, RN, BSN as the new Staff Development Coordinator for the Skilled Nursing Center in Scranton. In her role, Jamie will use her extensive experience to organize and implement new employee orientation and clinical competency programs, develop staff training programs and continued clinical competency, and plan general in-service programming. Sheridan received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain University and is currently enrolled in Chamberlain’s Master of Science in Nursing program with a specialty in nursing education. Patrick Quinn: Allied Services Integrated Health System welcomed Patrick Quinn as Assistant Director of the Developmental Services Division. Quinn has worked exclusively in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities for 38 years. He is an accomplished lecturer on a local, state, and national level advocating for persons with disabilities. Quinn is a graduate of the University of Scranton and holds certificates from the University of Delaware National Institute on Developmental Disabilities and the University of Scranton Non-Profit Leadership Program. William Lezinski, MBA, CMA: Allied Services Integrated Health System announced William Lezinski, MBA, CMA as Assistant Vice President of Vocational Services. Lezinski joined the integrated health system in 2020 as the Director of Accounting for the Vocational Services Division bringing more than 25 years of experience in the banking and real estate industries. Lezinski’s extensive financial knowledge has enabled him to master the complex financial reporting required by the various programs that make up the Vocational Division. Within the financial services area, Lezinski will also work to ensure compliance for the numerous federal and state janitorial contracts, Human Services Programs fiscal requirements, and general day-to-day business operations. In addition to his existing job duties, Bill will now be responsible for all real estate leasing agreements for the integrated health system. Lezinski earned his Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Penn State University and his Master of Business Administration with a concentration in accounting from the University of Scranton. Jeff Snyder, BA: Allied Services Integrated Health System announced Jeff Snyder, BA, as Assistant Vice President of Behavioral Health, Burnley Employment and Rehabilitation Center, and Waiver Coordination. Snyder began his career at Allied Services in 2005. In 2017, he was promoted to Director of the Burnley Employment and Rehabilitation Center in Stroudsburg and in 2019 was promoted to Executive Director adding the Waiver Coordination Division to his core responsibilities. In 2019, Snyder was also awarded the Charles Luger Memorial Employee Award in recognition of his commitment and dedication to Allied Services and its mission. In addition to his existing duties, Jeff will now oversee the Behavioral Health Division. The Behavioral Health Division provides residential and supported living services to over 400 individuals with mental health concerns in Lackawanna, Luzerne, Schuylkill, and Bradford Counties. Snyder earned his Bachelor of Arts in Management from Penn State University. Mike Killeen, BS: Allied Services Integrated Health System announced Mike Killeen, BS, as the Assistant Vice President of the Developmental Services Division. He joined the Developmental Services Division at Allied Services in 1978 as a Direct Care Worker and has dedicated his professional career to the care of individuals with intellectual disabilities. Over the past 43 years, he has served in numerous clinical and management positions. In his new role, Killeen will have oversight of the care teams providing round-the-clock care for more than 100 individuals with intellectual disabilities in 7 home-like settings in the community. In 2007, Killeen was awarded the Charles Luger Memorial Employee Award for his extraordinary leadership and dedication to serving individuals with disabilities. Killeen earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Penn State University. Charlotte Wright: Allied Services Integrated Health System announced Charlotte Wright as Assistant Vice President of Development and Marketing. Wright joined Allied Services in 2011 assisting in both the Vocational Services Division and Foundation Office. In her new role, Wright is responsible for the organization’s digital marketing strategy, external communications, and development activities including the annual charity campaign, WNEP’s Ryan’s Run. Wright earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Anthropology from Durham University, England, and a Master of Science in Forced Migration from Oxford University, England. Maurya Incavido, BFA: Allied Services Integrated Health System welcomed Maurya Incavido, BFA as Talent Manager for the Human Resources Department. In her new role, Incavido will serve as an employee career counselor and assist with internal staffing system-wide. Incavido will aim to help employees with assessment, performance improvement, career transitions, workplace and career paths, and work/life balance situations. Prior to joining Allied Services, Incavido worked in the United States Senate for nearly 15 years. Incavido earned her Bachelor in Fine Arts from Marywood University. Laurie Fleming, BS: Allied Services Integrated Health System welcomed Laurie Fleming as Volunteer Coordinator for the integrated health systems Hospice and Palliative Care division. Fleming will coordinate and manage the divisions’ volunteer program including helping to facilitate volunteer services for patients and their families receiving care in both the health systems in-patient hospice centers and those at home. Prior to joining Allied Services Fleming was the Manager of the West Side Active Older Adult Center and Director of the Older Adult Program for the United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Flemming earned her Bachelor of Science in Public Policy with a concentration in Health Care Management from Penn State University and a Certificate in Gerontology from the University of Southern California.
Simplex Industries, Inc. Names David Boniello as President Simplex Industries, a leader in the modular industry and one of the region’s leading employers, has announced a succession plan in which long-time Vice President David Boniello will become President of the company on January 1, 2022. The announcement was made by current President and managing partner Patrick Fricchione, Jr. Fricchione will remain Chairman and CEO of the company. “Dave Boniello’s promotion to President is a natural progression that reflects his three-decades of expertise in the industry and successful leadership at Simplex Industries,” said Patrick Fricchione, Jr. “As a respected voice in the industry, Dave is uniquely positioned to take over the day-to-day operations of Simplex and I am confident he will lead in Simplex with integrity. This long-planned transition will allow Dave to focus on the daily operations and I’ll be able to devote myself to Simplex’s long-term future growth.” Dave Boniello joined Simplex over 30 years ago and rose through a number of sales and management positions to his current role as Vice President of Simplex Industries and Cornerstone Building Solutions. Cornerstone is the local building division of the company. In recent years, Boniello’s focus has been developing and maintaining relationships with large scale customers. In that role he has overseen some of the company’s largest apartment and town home projects in Philadelphia, suburban New York City and across the Mid-Atlantic region. “I’m honored to lead Simplex during an exciting time of growth and opportunity, and am privileged to work with such a committed group of employees,” said Boniello. “I’ve dedicated the majority of my professional life to the company and formed close bonds with our employees, customers and vendors. As we celebrate 50 years of Simplex Industries’ history, I’m coming into the new role with the company in perhaps the best condition since our founding by the Fricchione family in 1971. As a leader in our field, it’s my goal and my challenge to continue on what our employees have built over the past 50 years.” Dave Boniello is a native of Dunmore, PA and graduate of Johnson College (Scranton, PA). He is a past Chairman of the Johnson College Board of Directors and a long-time Johnson College Board member. Boniello has been an active board member of the Lackawanna Home Builders Association and Home Builders Association of NEPA alongside being a member of the Women’s Resource Center Golf Tournament Committee.
Promotions to Providence Engineering’s Leadership Team Providence Engineering is pleased to announce the promotions of Dana Ziegler, P.E., and Keith Smith, P.E., S.E. Both Dana and Keith have been promoted to Vice President of Providence Engineering. Dana and Keith are two of Providence’s longest-tenured employees and they have each had a strong influence on the culture and development of the firm over the years. Dana started with Providence as an E.I.T. in 1994. He moved on to his family’s construction business before returning to Providence as a P.E. in 2014. He has led our Lehigh Valley office ever since. Keith leads Providence’s York office and has been with the firm for 18 years. He has 3 decades of experience providing structural design services across all markets and project types. We’re very excited to welcome Dana and Keith to their new roles as members of Providence Engineering’s Leadership Team. Under their continued leadership, quality, timely and affordable solutions will remain the hallmark of our firm.
FNCB Bank Announces Staff Promotions FNCB, locally-based since 1910, today announced several staff promotions. Keehna Murphy, Vice President, Credit Analyst Supervisor Keehna Murphy has been promoted to Vice President, Credit Analyst Supervisor where she will oversee mentoring and training of credit staff as well as prepare, review and assess risk associated with commercial credit requests. She joined FNCB in 2014 as a credit analyst. Prior to joining FNCB, she had extensive credit analysis experience in the community banking sector. Ms. Murphy is a graduate of Union-Endicott High School (NY) and Marywood University with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. She earned an MBA from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She resides in Clarks Green with her husband Mark and daughter Ella. Ellen Pritchard, Vice President, Community Office Manager Ellen Pritchard has been promoted to Vice President, Community Office Manager where she is responsible for managing the daily operations of the FNCB Bank Community Office in Honesdale. She joined FNCB in 2006 as a Senior Customer Service Representative before being promoted to Community Office Manager of the Honesdale branch in 2010. Ms. Pritchard is a graduate of Southeast High School (Bradenton, FL) and has completed numerous American Institute of Banking courses. She resides in Honesdale with her husband Dick. Kelley Zionce, Assistant Vice President, Community Office Manager II Kelley Zionce has been promoted to Assistant Vice President, Community Office Manager II where she is responsible for managing the daily operations of the Back Mountain FNCB Bank Community Office. She joined FNCB in 2013 as a Customer Service Representative and held various positions before being promoted to Community Office Manager of the Back Mountain branch in 2018. Prior to joining FNCB she had more than 20 years of experience in banking. Ms. Zionce is a graduate of Hanover Area High School and Luzerne County Community College with a degree in business administration. She is a 2018 graduate of Leadership Wilkes-Barre and is a board member of the Back Mountain Chamber of Commerce. She resides in Wilkes-Barre and has three children: Marissa, Jonathon and Jillian. Thomas P. Zurla, Assistant Vice President, Community Office Manager Thomas P. Zurla has been promoted to Assistant Vice President, Community Office Manager where he is responsible for managing the daily operations of the FNCB Bank Daleville Community Office. He joined FNCB in 2018 as a Retail Banking Training Coordinator before being promoted to Community Office Manager in 2020. Prior to joining FNCB, he spent 22 years with M&T Bank in various leadership positions. He is a graduate of James Coughlin High School and attended Luzerne County Community College for business management. He is a 2021 graduate of Leadership Lackawanna and is an organist/cantor at various churches throughout NEPA. He resides in Scranton with his husband Michael. Louise Balbach, Assistant Vice President, Community Office Manager II Louise Balbach has been promoted to Assistant Vice President, Community Office Manager II where she is responsible for managing the daily operations of the FNCB Bank Community Office in Exeter. Ms. Balbach joined FNCB in 2013 and has held the positions of Customer Service Representative, Assistant Community Office Manager and Community Office Manager. Prior to joining FNCB, she had more than 35 years of experience in the banking industry. She is a graduate of Scranton Technical High School and attended the University of Scranton. She has completed numerous American Bankers Association courses and is a member of the Wyoming Kiwanis, Wilkes-Barre Women’s Network and the Greater Pittston Women’s Network. She resides in Exeter and has three children: Cassandra, Nicole, and Michael. Diane Abbott, Banking Officer, Assistant Community Office Manager Diane Abbott has been promoted to Banking Officer, Assistant Community Office Manager where she is responsible for helping manage the daily operations of the FNCB Community Office in Honesdale. Ms. Abbott joined FNCB in 2006 and has held the positions of Teller, CSR, Personal Banker and Assistant Community Office Manager. Prior to joining FNCB, she was a banker with Farmers & Merchants Bank and Harleysville National Bank. She is a graduate of Honesdale High School and has completed numerous banking courses. She resides in Honesdale with her husband Jeff. They have two children: Jonathan and Morgan. Justin Kravitz, Banking Officer, CRM Marketing Specialist Justin Kravitz has been promoted to Banking Officer, CRM Marketing Specialist where he is responsible for the administration of the Bank’s Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. Prior to joining FNCB in 2018, he held project management and marketing positions at several northeastern Pennsylvania companies. He is a graduate of Forest City High School and Wilkes-University with a bachelor’s degree in integrated media. He resides in Fell Township with his wife Rebecca and children Jaylee, Alexandria, Savannah and Levi. Michael Cioffari, Banking Officer, Technology Services Analyst Michael Cioffari has been promoted to Banking Officer, Technology Services Analyst where he provides technical support for bank employees, management of Citrix environment as well as server infrastructure and Windows desktops. Prior to joining FNCB in 2007, he was employed by MetLife in Clarks Summit. Mr. Cioffari is a graduate of Mid Valley High School and Keystone College with an associate degree in computer science and a bachelor’s degree in information technology. He resides in Throop.
Allied Services Integrated Health System Announces Staff Promotions Allied Services Integrated Health System announces the staff promotions of the following: Brianna Hoban, NHA, PCHA, was announced as Administrator of Allied Services Skilled Nursing Center in Scranton. Over the course of the last three years, Hoban has served as the Assistant Administrator for the 369-bed skilled nursing and has played an integral role in the development and implementation of regulatory policy and corrective audits and has confidently assisted with directing operations throughout the COVID-19 public health emergency. In addition to serving as the Administrator of the skilled nursing facility, Hoban will also continue in her role as Assistant Vice President of Skilled Nursing Administration. In this role, Brianna assists in providing operational and administrative support to the leaders of the health systems Wilkes-Barre-based skilled nursing divisions. Tracey Kopetz, CDM, was announced as Assistant Vice President of Allied Services Food and Hospitality Services. Kopetz joined Allied Services Dietary Department over fifteen years ago and has served in several roles during her tenure. Most recently as Assistant Vice President and Director of Dietary Operations at the health systems skilled nursing facility in Scranton. Kopetz will continue to provide support to the health systems skilled nursing centers in both Scranton and Wilkes-Barre. In her newly expanded role, she will also coordinate with the managers of the Dietary Departments at both Allied Services Scranton and Wilkes-Barre Rehab Hospitals. Tracey will provide support to these divisions in the areas of resident menu development, staff budgeting, food and supply ordering, and regulatory compliance. Luke Bauman, RN was announced as Administrator of Allied Services Center City Skilled Nursing, where he will oversee operations at the 50-bed skilled nursing facility, as well as the 31-unit senior living apartment complex in Wilkes-Barre. Prior to his transition to Center City, Bauman had served for three years as the Director of Nursing for the health systems skilled nursing facility in Scranton. Additionally, Bauman served as the Executive Director of Nursing Services for the Meade Street and Center City campuses for the past year. Prior to joining Allied Services in 2018, Bauman brought with him years of experience as a Director of Nursing in larger nursing facilities in the Lehigh Valley area. Luke will continue to serve as Executive Director of Nursing Services. In his new role as Administrator, he will be responsible for the daily oversight of all departmental operations and assurance of regulatory compliance at the Center City Skilled Nursing location. Katlyn Kirkpatrick, CDM was announced asDirector of Dietary Services, for Allied Services Skilled Nursing Center in Scranton. Bringing sixteen years of long-term care experience with her, Katlyn joined the Allied Services team two years ago as the Assistant Director of Food Services. Katlyn is a Certified Dietary Manager who has assisted with the transformation of the food delivery service at the skilled nursing facility. Katlyn will be responsible for the day-to-day dietary operations at the Scranton-based skilled nursing center, including resident meal delivery systems, personnel management, inventory control, and regulatory compliance. Nicole Clark was announced as Patient Finance Coordinator of Allied Services Skilled Center in Scranton. Clark joined Allied Services in 2017 and transitioned to the skilled nursing team in 2019. Clark has worked to transform several areas of the patient finance department, such as building effective relationships with state and local government agencies, strengthening the collaboration with interdisciplinary leaders, and prioritizing routine communication with residents and their families.
MMQ Announces Promotions MMQ, P.C. is pleased to announce the following promotions: Emily Clifford, CPA has been promoted to Manager. Emily joined MMQ in January 2014 and has extensive accounting, audit and tax experience in not-for-profit organizations and family owned businesses in various industries. As Manager, Emily will be training and supervising staff while leading client engagements. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and a Master’s in Business Administration from Wilkes University. Emily is a member of the AICPA and the PICPA. Anthony J Gangemi has been promoted to Senior Associate. AJ has been a member of the MMQ team for over 3 years. As a Senior Associate, AJ will provide accounting, audit and tax services for non-profit organizations, employee benefit plans and small business clients. AJ received a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and a Master’s in Business Administration, Accounting from Misericordia University. He is currently working towards the completion of his CPA license requirements.
