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ProgramWELCOME & REMARKSJessica Cronauer, Executive Director of Leadership NortheastLindsay Griffin-Boylan, President and CEO, Greater Wyoming Valley Chamber of CommerceChristine Kiesinger, Founder, CEK CommunicationPRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATESThe Class of 2024 and the Amplify: Women’s Leadership Certificate Program TeamLEADERSHIP REFLECTIONSAmplify Class of 2024
Amplify Class of 2024Brandi BartushGreater Pittston Chamber ofCommerceKathryn BondiPosture InteractiveTanya BrownChristian Saunders Real EstateKrissy BrykBerkshire Hathaway GUARDInsurance CompaniesJacqueline EovitchWilkes UniversityKimberly FerenceWilkes UniversityLisa FullerBenco DentalJennifer JaycoxPeoples Security Bank & TrustJamie JohnsM&T BankLaura KellerPlymouth Public LibraryMary KroptavichCity of PittstonLindsay LandisGreater Wyoming Valley Area YMCASiria MatosGirl Scouts in the Heart of PASuzanne MatternJunior League of Wilkes-BarreAdrienne NearyGAFBS LLCAmy PaddockKronick Kalada Berdy & Co., P.C.Angelia PetrilloNEPA Rainbow AllianceMegan PittsWilkes UniversityKaylin RadleGeisingerKellie RhielMondelez InternationalAllison RitsickBuilding Blocks Learning CenterMadison SicklerFidelity BankJesicca Skoloda FrohmanEXP Realty LLCMorgan TanneryLuzerne County Community CollegeBryn TimlinWilkes UniversityMichelle WalshAllied Services Skilled Nursing CenterMelissa YusinskiMike’s Welding & Industrial Services
brandiBartushDirector of Operations and MemberServicesGreater Pittston Chamber of CommerceWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?Simply put... it has helped me to remember to be the best version of myself that I can be. I've beenreminded that I am so blessed to be surrounded by people who believe in me, help me grow andsupport me in not only my career, but in my everyday life. I am grateful for this opportunity to have met some amazing, strong and beautiful women andconnect and become closer to those who I have known.Set goals, work hard, and inspire determination. Remember to say Yes to opportunities but know it'sokay to say No when it's too much! Great leaders are confident in themselves, connected toothers, committed to purpose, and emotionally courageous. This course has taught me all of thesepoints and MORE! Don’t place restrictions on my willingness to serve. Seize opportunities. Say yes to learningexperiences that strengthen both myself and my organization.
KathrynBondiCreative DirectorPosture InteractiveWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?Meeting these women and hearing their stories has been an incredibly inspiring journey for me.This program pushed me out of my comfort zone to help me grow personally and professionally inways I could not have imagined when I began in August. I cannot imagine my life without theconnections I have formed with these awesome leaders and I am excited to see how we continueto grow outside Amplify.The emotional intelligence session was truly one of the most valuable experiences that I know I willcontinuously implement in the future. I am someone that does not like creating conflict, but I alsowant to stand firm in my beliefs. This session gave me the tools to accomplish both while makingmy voice heard. I am aiming to be more confident in my fairly new leadership position while owning the role ofguiding and inspiring the creative team. I feel that Amplify has given me the tools to set goalswithin my team on a professional level while setting goals for myself on a personal level like runninga creative series, writing a book, or even becoming a morning person!
tanyaBrownRealtorChristian Saunders Real EstateWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?The Amplify Leadership experience and Leadership overall has been an extremely wonderful experience, life changingreally. While Core showed you your community as a whole and why and how you should want to be a part of improvingit, Amplify provided the roadmap on how to get there. Amplify was different because you’re looking at you as anindividual, focusing on how you can be the best version of yourself. I never really gave the time in my personal life tothink how can I be the best version of myself, rather focusing on what others in my life needed. I feel at times like I'vebeen told since I was a teenager and this was a space where I was really able to sit and to think about what is wrongand right for me. It was a safe space where I came to realize that we all as women have similar struggles, and the valuein supporting each other whenever we can. Having done both programs back to back, I will always think of my life interms of before Leadership and after Leadership. BL (before leadership) I had goals and ambitions, but no belief thatthey could be accomplished. AL, I still have some doubt, but a greater ability to move forward in uncomfortablesituations (public speaking or going on boards/committees where I know no one) for the things important to me. Well, I already have believe it or not! I recently really advocated for myself for something I wanted for years. One weekin I knew in my heart that it was not a good fit. In fact, it was pretty bad. BL I would have not said anything, not asked todiscuss my concerns. Now, nothing changed and sadly I had to leave after 3 months, but I had the confidence to do sobecause of the program, knowing I deserve better and that there will be a better fit helping others someday. I wouldalso never really go to events by myself or sign up for committees if I did not know anyone. Since Leadership, I just said, Iam going to try everything once and make the best it. Amplify and Core helped a lot with my communication skills andconfidence.Well, my husband (who was my generous sponsor for both programs)and I have discussed me starting online gradschool next January. Or, I am going to go back to full-time employment in the non-profit sector. My main 2025 goal is toanalyze everything I do and only devote the time to a few things of which I am really supportive. This year, I realized thatit’s expensive to attend all these galas and events, and I can't be everyone for everybody if I am going 24/7. I used tothink that was selfish or vain BL, but now I see I can't pour from an empty cup, or if I have my pockets turned out like theMonopoly man. My life goal is to have a non-profit providing housing assistance to the homeless. That's been a goal for30+ years. I still don't have any idea on how to fund it, but thanks to Leadership I have a better idea on how to make itwork. I definitely have learned a ton on what not to do.
krissyBrykTalent Acquisition ManagerBerkshire Hathaway GUARD InsuranceCompaniesWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?The Amplify Leadership experience has been a transformative journey that has provided me withinsights and practical tools to take along in my leadership journey. I learned the importance of anemotionally intelligent approach to handling difficult conversations, how to communicate with myteam and find out their "love Language". This experience also highlighted the power of sharing myown story, allowing others to see me as who I am without making myself small. In the future, I will continue to use the lessons learned from Amplify by approaching challengeswith emotional intelligence, leading with empathy, and grounding my decisions in my values. Continue to refine my ability to navigate difficult conversations with clarity. Use my ownexperiences to inspire and motivate others. Set aside time for myself to better myself.
jacquelineEovitchAssociate Director of Admissions,Communications, and Special ProjectsWilkes UniversityWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?Being in the Amplify Leadership program helped me to learn that I am not alone in my experiences as awoman and a mother in the workforce who is trying to balance many different things. This Amplify class is amix of extremely busy women, mothers, wives, leaders, sisters, daughters, and so much more. It was an honorto be among them and to share our experiences so that we feel validated in our successes and strugglesthus far. Prior to joining this program, at times I would feel guilty for taking care of myself first and putting myneeds above others. Now, I know that's the priority and this will actually help us all become better leaders. I'm now equipped with the tools I need to understand the people I'm working with on a deeper level. Now,when a hard conversation needs to happen, I have the tools to face it, head on. Defining my core values willhelp me to revisit them in times of uncertainty, so that I can make decisions that will encourage growth andincrease opportunities for learning. More than anything, I feel so validated in all of my feelings thus far in mycareer. It feels harder for women because it actually is harder for women. Learning to lead from a place ofempathy and compassion toward other women is critical as we make space for other female leadersthrough our current roles. It's really exciting to know that we can empower other women, simply by givingthem a chance, listening to them and understanding their struggles. Within the next 6 months to a year, I'd like to demonstrate my leadership skills on my current team in theMarketing Communications Department at Wilkes University. I'll continue to tackle projects that are outsideof my job description to show my versatility and skills as a communications professional. Alongside this, it'simportant that I maintain my boundaries as a wife and mother. Spending time with my young childrenbreathes new life into every experience we do together. I would also like to stay involved with the AmplifyAlumni Council, as I see this as a tremendous opportunity for women. In the coming months, I will take whatI've learned and apply it toward finishing my MBA, as well. Once I finish this, I'd like to consider anotheropportunity to better myself such as becoming more involved in the community or teaching.
kimberlyFerenceAssociate ProfessorWilkes UniversityWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?This experience has been invaluable. The program allowed me to learn and grow in anencouraging environment surrounded by a diverse group of women with different perspectivesand experiences. This program helped me to set meaningful goals meant to help me grow as anindividual and professional.I have taken lessons from every session and applied them personally and professionally withinhours. The way I approach interacting with others has been forever changed for the betterthrough strategies I learned in this program. I have always valued everyday leadership and thisprogram allowed me to recognize the importance of being an everyday leader in my dailyactivities and has given me strategies to connect with others in a meaningful and authentic way. 1 - Be open to new opportunities and experiences (don't be afraid of change) 2 - Through reflection on my core values, use of my intuition, and the factors I value for whole person care, and with the support of my personal advisory board, I hope to determine a plan for the next phase of my career.
lisaFullerVice President Customer OperationsBenco DentalWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?It has truly been life changing. The information shared at each session deepened myunderstanding of who I am and how I live my life as a woman. The friendships and comraderyshared is uplifting and inspiring. Honestly it has changed my thinking in so many ways. From my voice to emotional intelligence tohow I lead changes. I am truly grateful to have been part of this class! My goal is to continue to empower myself to be the change I want to be in the world. I hope tocontinue to work on my positive influence for my peers in work and personal life. Using the skills Ilearned these past weeks has truly been so rewarding! I am truly humbled by my class!
jenniferJaycoxVice President, Operations ManagerPeoples Security Bank & TrustWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?This truly was inspiring as to how we can improve our leadership by continuing to improve our skillsand developing relationships with strong women who support each other.As I begin the process of integrating two teams, I will rely heavily on the lessons learned to bringtwo cultures together towards the same goal.I would like to continue building a network of supporters who aid in my growth to become a betterleader. Public speaking has been my weakness for years after being berated by a fellow femalecolleague. I will continue to rebuild my confidence and take more opportunities to present.
jamieJohnsSenior Vice President - Commercial BankM&T BankWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?This experience has allowed me to gain a network of amazing women leaders who support oneanother and want the best for each of us. This type of community has allowed each of us toblossom and embrace our authentic selves. We have all been changed for the better from ourtime in Amplify. Amplify has provided me with a number of tools, tactics, ideas and practices to help me grow as aleader. Whether it's having a difficult conversation, public speaking, or caring for our whole-self,the information from these sessions has been helpful in not only the workplace, but at home aswell. I hope to use these tools to improve my communication skills, better understand my valuesand how they lead to a fulfilling career and life, and to continue to raise up fellow women leaderswho are making huge impacts in their companies and communities. My goals after Amplify are not only for myself as a leader, but also to help others. I strive to be abetter mentor, friend, and sponsor for other women leaders in the community so that we cancontinue to improve the communities we live, work and play in.
lauraKellerLibrary DirectorPlymouth Public LibraryWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?This experience meant so much to me! I've heard so many wonderful and positive things aboutLeadership Northeast for several years and wanted to participate in one of their programs for along time. I can't describe the gratitude I feel because I got to connect with such community-minded, driven women. One of our speakers said, "Women supporting women is a rather new concept," but I believe it is aconcept that will only continue to grow as Amplify hopefully grows and expands! It was amazing to feel welcomed by women whom I never would've been able to meet were itnot for this program. I only hope I can pay it forward in the future.I will strive to develop and implement policies in my workplace that focus on whole-health andwellbeing. I will also use the relationships I've built to better the community, grow my personal andprofessional network, and stay accountable.I want to continue to grow my confidence in my leadership role and all of my other relationships. Iwant to continue taking charge of areas of my life that I've neglected for a long time, and allowmyself to feel joy.
maryKroptavichDeputy City Administrator/Main Street ManagerCity of PittstonWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?The Amplify Leadership experience has been incredibly transformative for me. It was amazing to meet and learn aboutother inspiring women in our area who are in leadership roles. Building connections and friendships with these incredibleleaders has been a rewarding part of the journey—knowing we share similar goals and challenges has created a truecamaraderie. The plethora of knowledge I gained from the speakers has been invaluable. Each one brought uniqueinsights and perspectives that have already had a positive impact on my personal and professional growth. Fromleadership strategies to self-development tools, everything I learned was beneficial and practical. It’s an experience thathas not only strengthened my abilities as a leader but also reinforced the importance of community, collaboration, andcontinued learning.Through the Amplify Leadership experience, I gained valuable insights that I’m eager to incorporate into my daily lifeand leadership practices. Dr. Keisinger’s strategies for having difficult conversations were particularly impactful. Learninghow to approach these situations with clarity, empathy, and confidence has provided me with a framework I plan to usein both my professional and personal interactions. Additionally, the CAIRN practices resonated deeply with me. They’vegiven me a tangible way to align my actions with my values and foster more positive and productive relationships. A bigtakeaway for me has been breaking the habit of negative self-talk. I want to actively work on this, as I’ve come tounderstand how powerful self-awareness and positive reinforcement can be in shaping my mindset and confidence.Looking ahead, I’m excited to continue building on the friendships I’ve made through this experience. These connectionshave already enriched my life, and I know they will continue to grow. One of the most significant realizations I’ve had through this journey is how often I tend to focus on the needs of otherswhile neglecting my own. Whether it’s in my professional or personal life, I naturally prioritize ensuring that everyonearound me is supported, happy, and thriving. While this quality stems from a place of compassion and care, I’ve cometo understand that it often leaves little time or energy for me to nurture my own growth and well-being. Moving forward,my primary goal will be to take all that Dr. Keisinger has taught and break it down into manageable, actionable steps,focusing on one step at a time. Instead of trying to tackle everything at once, I will allow myself the grace and space towork through these strategies thoughtfully and consistently. By breaking her lessons into smaller, actionable steps, I canensure that I’m not only working towards becoming a better leader but also nurturing my own personal development. It’sa journey of balance—continuing to care for others while finally giving myself permission to care for me.
lindsayLandisDevelopment DirectorGreater Wyoming Valley Area YMCAWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?The Amplify Leadership experience has been a deep dive into personal and professional growth. Ilooked forward to each session, really leaned into the process, got to practice skills like publicspeaking and difficult conversations, and learned from the real life experiences of women leadersin my community. It's been a transformative experience exactly at the time I needed it, and I'vebeen so grateful to have the opportunity to participate!I plan to utilize the skills we learned in public speaking and difficult conversations, and share theworksheets with my leadership team at work so others can learn as well.I would like to take findings from the imposter syndrome test and the values sheet to course correctmy life path. I am setting a goal to tap into my voice, my confidence, and my intuition to drownout the noise of people pleasing in both my personal and professional life so I can make choicesthat will resonate with my own happiness. Thanks Amplify team and all the guest speakers!
siriaMatosVolunteer Support Coordinator, FloaterGirl Scouts in the Heart of PAWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?It has been amazing learning so much and meeting so many powerful women who are changingthe world in their own ways. Making these connections has truly been life-changing.I will use the valuable information and connections to continue to grow professionally andpersonally in an effort to make an impact in my community.My future goals include completing my Masters degree and opening my non-profit so I cancontinue to develop my skills and do the work I am most passionate about.
suzanneMatternPresidentJunior League of Wilkes-BarreWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?The Amplify experience really opened my eyes to a new way of thinking about things personallyand professionally.As president of the Junior League of Wilkes-Barre I will be absolutely using techniques learned, butmaybe more importantly the women of the league will have a stronger and more confidentleader. I want to keep learning and improving. I plan to really try to implement what I have learnedthrough Amplify in my daily life.
adrienneNearyManaging MemberGAFBS LLCWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?Each goal I set for myself for this program was achieved. Participating in this program confirmedthe confidence I needed to succeed. Pay it forward so to speak. It's almost like having a due diligence to take the tools we've beengiven to utilize them in our daily lives. Conquer the damn world. The professional goals I have for myself are major bucket list items andwhen I succeed at these projects every reason I went into business will be fulfilled by theseachievements. Big things are happening.
CongratulationsAdrienne!We’re so thankful for the great work you do as ourpartner at Leadership Northeast and commend you forthe commitment you’ve made to the 2024 Amplify:Women’s Leadership Certificate Program!
amyPaddockAudit SupervisorKronick Kalada Berdy & Co., P.C.What has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?The most meaningful part of the Amplify Leadership experience has been getting to know myclassmates who are extremely talented and driven women. Coming from a male-dominatedprofession, it was refreshing to get to connect with so many woman who have similar goals to me. Ifeel lucky to be connected with so many awesome women doing big things in NEPA. As I progress within my organization and career, I will use the tools I was given and lessons I learnedto navigate the inevitable challenges I will face. I feel hopeful that I will be able to handle difficultconversations and be more confident in my public speaking abilities. My main goal going forward is to be a better leader, teacher, and role model for my firm's newesthires. I want to strive to be a mentor to them, which is something I believe would have benefitedme when I was starting out in public accounting.
AngeliaPetrilloBoard MemberNEPA Rainbow AllianceWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?Amplify taught me that leadership isn't just for boardrooms—it's for balancing work, community,and the chaos of daily life while remembering to put your own oxygen mask on first.Moving forward, I’ll do my best to approach every situation with thought and intention—whilekeeping my personal Cairn stacked and steady. Because if my balance topples, nobody’s gettingmy best, and I’ll be stuck under a pile of rocks wondering why I said yes to everything!As I complete the Amplify experience, my goals are clear: Stop waiting for the "perfect moment"and start making things happen (because spoiler alert—it doesn’t exist). Work harder on whatmatters, work smarter to avoid burnout, stay open to growth and keep my Cairn balanced, so I’mstacking wins, not stress!
meganPittsDirector of University Events & EngagementWilkes UniversityWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?It is hard to put into words what this experience has meant to me. As a working professional, it’s notevery day that you get to put aside time to focus on yourself and your needs - personally andprofessionally. This program provided me the opportunity to embrace my full potential as a leaderand took me on a journey of self-discovery, growth and empowerment. While there are manychallenges that women face in leadership, one thing I know for sure is that we are so powerful andare doing amazing work within our communities! The support system that we all created has beenso uplifting and I will cherish the time we spent together. Growing as an individual and professional requires effort and time. We have learned so much overthe past two months and I want to continue to practice the lessons/discussions we have had in myday to day life. I want to feel confident negotiating for change, having difficult conversations,shaping work culture and advocating for what feels right both at work and in community work thatI might be involved in. This program has laid the foundation for me to do all of those thingsconfidently and effectively. I am making a promise to myself to stay connected to this group of inspiring women. This programhas been a great start in expanding my professional network but I want to grow that even more.That could be through volunteering, committees, etc. I want to stay connected and involved! I want to further explore my leadership style and seek out different leadership opportunities withinmy network. I want these opportunities to challenge me so I can continue to grow as a leader.
kaylinRadleRegistered NurseGeisingerWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?As a woman planning to step into a leadership role in my near future, the knowledge I gained inthis program is immeasurable. Each and every speaker gave me the confidence and inspiration tobecome a strong leader. This experience was worth more than I ever imagined.Being surrounded by so many amazing woman through this experience is one I will take with methrough my career.I plan to step into a leadership role in the near future. The camaraderie within this group gave bethe drive to know I can do this as a working mom.
KellieRhielInventory Deployment LeadMondelez InternationalWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?Amplify has been a wonderful experience & a great chance to connect with such an amazinggroup of strong women!I will use what I learned in every day life. Building a stronger voice is something I can use in everysituation.My goals are to continue to network and serve the local community.
allisonRitsickDirector of ProgramsBuilding Blocks Learning CenterWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?Amplify was a wonderful experience that gave me insight into new ideas about leadership. I alsoenjoyed the connections I was able to make with other leaders in the community.I will use what I learned to continue to expand on my leadership and inspire others!I am setting goals for myself that will help me continue to build on what I learned in Amplify andreach new levels of success! I would also like to become more involved in community impactprojects as well.
jesiccaSkoloda FrohmanAssociate Broker, Team Lead, RealtoreXp Realty LLCWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?The Amplify Women's Leadership Program was transformative for me. It gave me the courage andconfidence to take the leap as a female entrepreneur, wife, and mom to open my own Real Estate BranchOffice...Team Jesicca Skoloda, eXp Realty. Through the program, I learned to embrace my strengths,overcome self-doubt, and lead with authenticity. It empowered me to break through barriers and showedme the importance of creating a supportive community of like-minded women. Today, I carry those lessonsforward, balancing my roles with pride and purpose, knowing I can inspire others to chase their dreams justas Amplify inspired me.I will apply what I learned from the Women’s Amplify Leadership Program by leading with intention,authenticity, and resilience in every aspect of my life. As I continue to grow my team at eXp Realty, I’ll usethe tools and strategies I gained to empower my team, foster collaboration, and build a culture of supportand growth. The program also taught me the value of setting bold goals and facing challenges withconfidence and the ability to have hard conversations for progress and growth. I plan to leverage theselessons to inspire other women in my community, encouraging them to embrace leadership opportunitiesand believe in their potential. Whether it’s through mentoring, sharing my journey, or creating opportunitiesfor others, I’ll carry forward the Amplify mission by lifting others as I climb.Moving forward, my goals are focused on growth, impact, and empowerment. Professionally, I aim toexpand my Real Estate Branch Office, creating a thriving business that supports my team and providesexceptional service to our community. I’m also committed to leveraging my leadership skills to mentor andinspire others, grow diversity among the team, and motivate Realtors to pursue their entrepreneurial andpersonal goals. On a personal level, I want to continue balancing my roles as a wife and mom, showing myfamily that success and fulfillment come from hard work, passion, and resilience but also ensuring they knowthey always come first. Lastly, I aim to use my platform to give back to the community, supporting causesthat uplift families and individuals in need.
madisonSicklerWealth Management SpecialistFidelity BankWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?To me, it means a great deal that I was a part of the 2024 Amplify Leadership experience. It wastruly an unforgettable experience! I have learned so much and have grown into a better personbecause of the wonderful women who participate in this program and all of those behind thescenes who have worked so hard to make this another fantastic year. The many lessons I've learned from this program can be implemented in my everyday life both inand outside of work. I've learned small but impactful ways to change how I present myself in orderto demand more respect and increase authority and credibility. We highlighted the importance ofbalance and identifying our strengths and weaknesses. Also, I now have more confidence whenconfronting opposition and having difficult conversations. Finally, I've learned that no matter whatissue I'm facing, I'm not alone. One of my goals is to regularly revisit the material and lessons I've learned as well as expand on myunderstanding of their principals. In addition, I plan on researching boards in my area of expertise.Once I decide which ones best align with my passions, my goal is to join those boards and affectpositive change. My biggest goal is to keep in touch with all the lovely ladies I've connected withduring my time in this program. I feel very lucky to have met such amazing people. <3
morganTanneryDigital Literacy Specialist/Assessment CoordinatorLuzerne County Community CollegeWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?When I chose to enroll in the Amplify Leadership program, I was mainly looking for opportunities toconnect with people in the area. My experience in the program exceeded my expectations. It hasbeen a pleasure getting to know such a great group of inspiring and supportive women. The strategies and info I learned in the navigating difficult conversations and emotionalintelligence session will be used, both in my professional and personal life. I plan to remain incontact with many of the people I met in this program. I plan to become more involved in the community. I joined Junior League and I plan to joinAmplify Alumni Council. I will be using what I learned in my current position and in future positions.
brynTimlinAssociate Director, Business OperationsWilkes UniversityWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?Throughout the program, I've looked forward to the dedicated time spent together, as weestablished professional relationships and heard from inspiring women. Although it might feeldaunting to commit to the time away from the office to work on your own development, itbecame the highlight of my week – time dedicated to something for myself! In Amplify, I gainedskills and strategies to enhance my own leadership abilities, both personally and professionally. In many of our sessions we learned valuable strategies and insights to communicating, problemsolving, and leading with authenticity, which I will incorporate into my daily life. In the future, I willalso be directing my focus to enhancing my whole well-being, not only my professional skills.Going forward, my goals include further investment in my personal/professional relationships, andtime spent in community involvement.
michelleWalshAssistant Director AdmissionsAllied Services Skilled Nursing CenterWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?Amplify has given me the opportunity to grown both personally and professionally. Each uniquesession has provided me with several resources to develop my leadership skills. I am very grateful for the opportunity to have participated in this program and learn from theseamazing women and their experiences. I will always remember the support and insights theyprovided to me.Each day I remind myself of the power in my story. I continue to strengthen my connections withfamily, friends, and coworkers in sharing my experiences and resources I learned throughout thisprogram. In keeping an open mindset, I have adapted new concepts in my life and have gainedmany new relationships.I am confident that continuing to develop my personal advisory board is key to success. During thisexperience, I realized I have several people surrounding me that continue to offer their guidanceand support. These relationships have been instrumental in assisting me through challenging times. I look forward to the opportunity to support future women’s leadership programs in hopes theyshare in my incredible experience. I have witnessed the amazing things we achieve when wesupport each other and look forward to what the future holds.
melissaYusinskiChief Financial OfficerMike’s Welding & Industrial ServicesWhat has the Amplify leadership experience meant to you?How will you use what you’ve learned in the future?As you complete the Amplify experience, what goals are you settingfor yourself going forward?The opportunity, to meet and grow with such an amazing group of supportive women has beensomething I didn’t even know I needed until I was in the midst of it. I have received some wonderful and necessary tools to put in my toolbox that I can use for difficultconversations at work and with my family. I am going to put more effort into making more policies, procedures, and paperwork for my ownsmall business. I also would like to make some changes at work and having all of the lessons welearned will help me put some new things in place.
SCHOLARSHIP FUNDFunds raised will benefit professional women in Northeast Pennsylvania who qualify for the Leadership Northeast Amplify Women’s Leadership Certificate program and require financial assistance to participate.Bring HerWith YouLEVELS OF GIVINGAmplified$100Inspired$75Empowered$25Scan the QR code above to make your donation. Please contact Nicole Hurchick at nicole@leadershipnortheast.org with questions.Fearless$50
Leadership Northeast Board of DirectorsJack Jones, Penns Woods BancorpJackie Kendzor, Berkshire HathawayGUARD Insurance CompaniesStacey Kile, Geisinger Health PlanDan Kimbrough, Park Multi MediaDan Landesberg, GeisingerJames Martin, Luzerne County Sports Hall of FameTerri Morgan, Chair, M&T BankDavid Pedri, Esq., The LuzerneFoundationBrian Stahl, Esq., NorthPointDevelopmentJennifer Stull, Esq., PNC BankRachel Wiernusz, Community Bank, N.A.Carl Witkowski, III, Presidio InsuranceMelissa Wolf, CPA, Baker Tilly US, LLPJess Yurek, Diamond Trail RealtyPhil Amend, OneSource H.R. SolutionsJohn Augustine, III, Penn's Northeast Robert Belza, Wilkes UniversityEric Bleiler, CPA/PFS, CFP, Northeast Advisors, Inc.Christie Bonnice, State FarmJames Brogna, Allied ServicesDon Brominski, UGIRebecca Brominski, Luzerne County Community CollegeChris Caleb, Benco DentalKieran Casey, Esq., Rosenn, Jenkins & Greenwald, LLP Gerard Champi, Peoples Security Bank & TrustBob Chepalonis, Martz TrailwaysCassandra Coleman, America250PALindsay Griffin-Boylan, Greater Wyoming Valley Chamber of Commerce
if you’re interested in joining theClass of 2025please email nicole hurchicknicole@leadershipnortheast.orgapplications will be available in february 2025
Leadership Northeast TeamLeadership Northeast’s (LNE) mission is to develop informed and committed leaders from allsegments of the community who will serve, strengthen, and improve Northeastern Pennsylvania.Since 1981, LNE has developed servant leaders who have strengthened and improvedNortheastern Pennsylvania and beyond. This iconic organization was created to fulfill theregion’s need for a steady supply of dedicated leaders who organize and direct the efforts ofothers to affect positive change. Today, Leadership Northeast has expanded to include six diverse leadership developmentprograms, training upwards of 200 new servant leaders each year. Our participants include highschool and college students, professionals, teachers and executives at the very top of theircareer. With more than 4700 graduates who have contributed over 300 community projects, 100school impact projects, and countless volunteer efforts, the positive impact of LeadershipNortheast ripples throughout the community and the world.Jessica CronauerExecutive DirectorNicole HurchickDirector of Marketing & Alumni RelationsCassidy TaylorPrograms CoordinatorJyllian MarinelliFinance & Administration Associate4 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701(570) 270-5323, leadershipnortheast.org