 
Leadership and Executive Team
LVEDC is led by a team of dedicated staff and over 200 volunteers from throughout the community who serve on its nine committees and five financing corporations.
LVEDC Team
Phil Mitman
President & CEO
As President and CEO, Phil Mitman helps to foster new initiatives. He provides a vital link among our investors, elected officials, leaders in private industry and the public. With our Board members, partners and LVEDC staff he helps to set the direction and tone of everything we do.
610-266-7565
pmitman@lehighvalley.org
Read more about Phil Mitman here.
Jean Mateff
Chief Operating Officer
Chief Operating Officer Jean Mateff is responsible for internal administration and human resources duties. She oversees the budget, cash flow and audits and advises the CEO. She ensures that spending is aligned with the strategy developed by the Board and partners.
610-266-6633
jmateff@lehighvalley.org
R obert Bilheimer
Vice President of Fund Development and Business Relations
With nearly 30 years experience in community affairs, corporate support and fundraising at Air Products and Bethlehem Steel, Bob Bilheimer works to augment and advance LVEDC’s private-sector relations and fundraising initiatives.
610-266-7665
bbilheimer@lehighvalley.org
John Kingsley
Vice President of Economic Development Finance
John Kingsley, Vice President of Economic Development Finance, is in charge of growing a process that provides more than two dozen low-interest, fixed-rate loan programs to Lehigh Valley businesses and companies looking to locate, expand and grow here.
610-266-0887
jkingsley@lehighvalley.org
Pete Reinke
Vice President of Regional Development
As Vice President of Regional Development, Pete Reinke connects consultants and regional real estate brokers and developers with appropriate sites and financial incentives. He keeps our relationships strong with our economic development partners throughout the Lehigh Valley by assisting them with deals and works with local planners to promote urban development.
610-266-6852
preinke@lehighvalley.org
Margaret McConnell
Vice President of Marketing & Communication
Margaret McConnell is responsible for developing marketing strategies, tactics and programs to meet the organizational objectives of attracting, retaining and expanding businesses in the region. Her job is to ensure the right mix of features, positioning and visibility. She strengthens our partnerships with other organizations for continuity of message in branding the region.
610-266-7682
mmcconnell@lehighvalley.org
Read more about Margaret McConnell here.
Stephen Melnick
Vice President of Entrepreneurial Development
Steve Melnick wears two hats. As Director of Project Development he helps governments navigate the complex world of economic development. As Coordinator of the Southside Bethlehem Keystone Innovation Zone he works with its partners to retain young talent and help them turn ideas into companies. Steve also coordinates the Keystone Opportunity Zone.
610-266-7535
smelnick@lehighvalley.org
Read more about Steve Melnick here.
Robert Wendt
 Director of Research & Coordinator of the Business Retention and Expansion Program
Bob Wendt also wears two hats. As Director of Research he compiles and analyzes the data that power modern economic recruitment and expansion. As Coordinator of the state-funded Business Retention and Expansion Program he and his team visit more than 800 regional companies a year to determine their financing and other needs.
610-266-7619
bobwendt@rcn.com
Read more about Bob Wendt here.
Holly Edinger
LVLRI Coordinator
Holly Edinger coordinates the Lehigh Valley Land Recycling Initiative. LVLRI funding makes possible the assessment and remediation of the region’s abandoned and underutilized sites.
610-266-7179
hedinger@lehighvalley.org
Read more about Holly Edinger here.
Eduardo Eichenwald
Office of Minority and Women Owned Businesses
As the Director of the Office of Minority and Women-Owned Businesses, Eduardo Eichenwald works with many of the regional organizations, such as the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the Tri-City Afro-American Chamber, to help increase the number of start-up businesses in the region and assist in the retention and sustainability of existing businesses.
610-266-2216
eeichenwald@lehighvalley.org
Steve Althouse
Communications Manager
The former business journalist with The Express-Times newspaper is responsible for addressing all forms of communication to advance the message of LVEDC on a daily basis and serves as the primary media contact for the organization.
610-266-3817
salthouse@lehighvalley.org
Jarrett Witt
 Regional Development Manager
As the Regional Development Manager, Jarrett Witt has a foot in several worlds — attracting, retaining and growing businesses. He works with Pete Reinke to promote economic growth across the Lehigh Valley and with Bob Wendt on site visits to support business retention and expansion.
610-266-0523
jwitt@lehighvalley.org
Read more about Jarrett Witt here.
Judy Yanega
Manager of Finance
Manager of Finance Judy Yanega presents investors with opportunities available through local loan pools. She helps businesses navigate the loan approval process — a critical function for executives who would rather focus on their business than paperwork.
610-266-6622
jyanega@lehighvalley.org
Read more about Judy Yanega here.
Julie Ruane
Finance & Administration Specialist
Finance and Administration Specialist Julie Ruane maintains the financial records, with additional payroll and administrative responsibilities. She works closely with Jean Mateff.
610-266-2225
jruane@lehighvalley.org
Read more about Julie Ruane here.
Crystal Dailey
Administrative Assistant
Crystal Dailey is the Administrative Assistant for John Kingsley. She is responsible for the area loan organizations and boards that LVEDC administers, such as Northampton County New Jobs Corp. and Lehigh Economic Advancement Project.
610-266-7609
cdailey@lehighvalley.org
Read more about Crystal Dailey here.
Laurie Demko
Executive Assistant
Executive Assistant Laurie Demko works with Phil Mitman and serves as the administrative aide for the Board of Directors, Executive Committee and various Board committees. She also supports Steve Melnick in the coordination of the Keystone Opportunity Zone.
610-266-2218
ldemko@lehighvalley.org
Read more about Laurie Demko here.
Tracy Yenolevich
Administrative Assistant
As an Administrative Assistant, Tracy Yenolevich maintains investor records and communications. She also supports the Regional Development office.
610-266-2236
tyenolevich@lehighvalley.org
Read more about Tracy Yenolevich here.
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