Our Vision

PRESIDENT

My name is Cherie King, I lived in Jeannette during my teen years. In 1986 I moved to central PA where I lived for almost 30 years working as a manager for a couple of different physical therapy groups. In Lewisburg I was the President of Union-Snyder Habitat for Humanity and did several builds with Whirlpool Corp. throughout the states. I moved back home to be with my folks in 2014 and have worked as a primary care practice manager for 8 years and recently accepted a position with a friend’s physical therapy practice in State College, doing their billing remotely from home in Jeannette. I currently serve as the Treasurer of the American Legion Auxiliary, the Secretary of the Jeannette Recreation Board, and the President of Jeannette Initiative. When I’m not working or volunteering, I enjoy golfing at the Greensburg Country Club and supporting activities and businesses in our city.

VICE PRESIDENT & SECRETARY

Joined Householder LIfestyle Consulting,LLC in 2005 and currently serves as Vice- President of the /dba HLC Bookeeping & Office Services. Her experience in Administrative and Business Management, Marketing, Corporate Accounting and QuickBooks Software Set-up and maintence has made her a valuable asset to our clients.

She has been a Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor since 2008, and her business experience allows her to quickly identify needs and design a plan of action to bring success to any office.

Kristina teaches our Quickbooks Classes and coaches individual on professional and personal development. She speaks on a wide variety of business topics as well as Spiritual Refreshment workshops. She is also the author of several childrens books.

TREASURER

Currently serving as a City of Jeannette Councilmember that oversees the City of Jeannette Fire Department, City of Jeannette Sanitation Department, liaison to EMS services for the City of Jeannette, Jeannette Public Library Board and Jeannette Recreation Board.

Graduate of Jeannette Senior High School and the University of Pittsburgh.

Looking forward to the renaissance of the Central Business District and proud to be a part of the Jeannette Initiative whose tenacious redevelopment efforts are leading the way.

My name is Dr Robert McLaughlin, Graduate of Jeannette High School class of 1973, a retired dentist who practiced 38 years in my hometown with my South 5th Street office located only 2 blocks from my parent’s home. My wife of 40 years, Susan (Casale) and I reside in the Irwin area of Penn Trafford school district. Since retirement from traditional practice in 2017, I have stayed busy with Missions Dentistry in Africa, South America, Mexico, and other non-profit US Dental Service programs. Starting in 2012, I developed & am still enjoying my second career as a professional photographer and Tour guide, doing photography workshops & sightseeing tours in Italy and Ireland during May through September.

My gratitude and commitment to my loyal friends & patient-citizens of Jeannette was a catalyst also for my involvement with the Mosaic Community Development Center. There and at Mosaic Community Church, I am fortunate to be able to teach, encourage, and support Jeannette youth who wish to grow in leadership & faith principles for life improvement.

Certified/Licensed Veterinary Technician with a focus and passion for shelter medicine. Born and raised in Jeannette, graduate of Penn Trafford High School and attended the Vet Tech Institute and WCCC for Business Management.

She is currently employed at Pennsylvania Western University (formerly California University) assisting and teaching students studying Veterinary Technology, as well as White Oak Animal Safe Haven as a veterinary technician.

Volunteer with Greater Good Charities Good Fix Clinic and a member of the Jeannette American Legion Ladies Auxiliary. With family roots in Jeannette, she is optimistic and supportive about the future of the city.

My name is Kramer and I am a Jeannette resident, a downtown property and business owner, and proud University of Pittsburgh alum. I grew up on the border of North Huntingdon and White Oak, graduated from Norwin High School, and earned my BSBA - HR Management in 2016. I am a Recruitment Relationship Manager for an international dialysis provider and my wife Hannah, a Registered Dental Hygienist, and I own Jeannette Dreams LLC, which provides housing within the city to traveling healthcare professionals, and leases commercial space to two downtown start-up businesses. Hanah and I are also approved renovators with the Redevelopment Authority of Westmoreland County. 

My wife and I are passionate and involved community members who volunteer to direct parades, clean up sidewalks, frequently walk the town over, and support local businesses as often as possible. In 5 short years, we’ve lived in Paruco Park on the city’s south side, central business district near City Hall, and just bought a house on the city’s north side. I am also a diehard Pitt fan. 

We owe Jeannette and our wonderful neighbors in Paruco Park, as well as our fellow business owners downtown, a debt of gratitude for welcoming us as first-time home buyers, new business owners, and instilling within us the Jeannette spirit, despite us being township transplants. Our dreams and vision for the city became the namesake for our LLC. Through the Jeannette Initiative, I know the other board members, committee members and I can bring more beauty and prosperity back to this proud, welcoming, and deserving city.

Timothy graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in 2019 with his Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry. He began his professional career as Clinical Research Coordinator where he facilitated patient-centered clinical trials and research in autoimmunity, rheumatology, nephrology, pulmonology and critical care, and infectious disease. Timothy currently serves as Senior Research Manager for the Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research, a non-profit patient advocacy organization, driving efforts to accelerate and improve research for patients with the rare disease sarcoidosis.

Alongside his work in clinical research, Timothy serves as President and CEO for Team SMAK, LLC, a local entertainment company focused on supporting grassroots esports for the Pittsburgh region. Timothy also drives marketing and sales strategies for Your Sweet Cake Design Studio, LLC, a custom-order bakery located proudly in Jeannette, PA.

Barbara McCray moved to PA in 2014, and started her volunteering career through the American Red Cross as a First Aid/CPR instructor in 2015, and now a member of the board on the Jeannette Initiative.

Because of her love for nature, Barbara has a hobby for art which she demonstrates through interior decorating and landscaping. She first visited Jeanette in 2021, and fell in love with the city, a passion which led to her adoption on the Jeanette Initiative Board in December of 2024. 

Barbara has an Associates Degree in Social Work, and is also pursuing her A.S in Business Management.