Team Pennsylvania Foundation

Harrisburg, PA · Founded 1997

Economic development organization promoting business growth and job creation in Pennsylvania

Primary audience
Professionals
Work area
Industry Support
Topic
Member Services
Contact
Abby Smith
Website Contact

About Organization

Team Pennsylvania Foundation supports economic development initiatives, business attraction, and job creation across Pennsylvania through research, advocacy, and partnership with business and government leaders. Based in Harrisburg, PA, the foundation works to improve Pennsylvania's business climate, support entrepreneurship, and strengthen the state's competitive position. It reported $1.3 million in revenue in 2022.

What They Focus On

Industry Advocacy

Represents member interests in policy processes and advocates for legislative and regulatory positions supporting industry success.

Member Education

Delivers professional development programs, conferences, and resources advancing member knowledge and competencies.

Standards Promotion

Develops and promotes industry standards, best practices, and quality improvement initiatives enhancing professional excellence.

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$2.8M

-42% vs 2022

Expenses (2023)

$3.5M

-20.8% vs 2022

Assets (2023)

$10.3M

+0.6% vs 2022

Employees (2023)

12

+20% vs 2022

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2023 $2,753,174 $3,536,063 $10,337,036 12
2022 $4,748,033 $4,464,499 $10,278,739 10
2021 $2,698,188 $2,843,888 $11,532,580 10
2020 $1,952,917 $1,646,614 $13,994,370 10
2019 $4,288,122 $4,734,937 $13,232,132 11
2018 $2,298,375 $2,274,808 $15,688,917 10
2017 $2,652,141 $2,233,179 $20,662,442 6

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Serve Members

    Recruit and engage members providing value through advocacy, education, resources, and networking opportunities.

  • 02

    Advocate Industry

    Monitor policy issues and advocate for positions supporting member interests and favorable industry environment.

  • 03

    Develop Standards

    Promote best practices, professional standards, and quality improvement initiatives advancing industry excellence.

  • 04

    Share Knowledge

    Disseminate research, industry data, and insights informing member operations and strategic decisions.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Team Pennsylvania Foundation

Member Advocacy

Represents member interests in legislative and regulatory processes affecting industry practices and business environment.

Professional Development

Delivers education programs, conferences, and training advancing member knowledge and professional competencies.

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Team Pennsylvania Foundation.

AS

Abby Smith

President & CEO
Full-time
Compensation: $189,813
AB

Anthony Bartolomeo

Director Until 6/25/24
1 hrs/week
AS

Art Stephens

Director Until 6/25/24
1 hrs/week
CS

Charles Smith

Director Until 6/25/24
1 hrs/week
CM

Chris Marsh

Director Until 3/1/24
1 hrs/week
FJ

Farnam Jahanian

Director Until 6/25/24
1 hrs/week
HM

Hilary Mercer

Director Until 6/25/24
1 hrs/week
JB

Jeffrey Bombich

Director Until 6/25/24
1 hrs/week
JP

John Packer

Contracted CFO
10 hrs/week
KT

Karla Trotman

Director Until 6/25/24
1 hrs/week
KB

Kathleen Brunner

Director Until 6/25/24
1 hrs/week
LD

Lisa Dell'alba

Director Until 6/25/24
1 hrs/week
MS

Mary Stengel Austen

Director Until 3/13/24
1 hrs/week
MS

Melissa Shafer

Director Until 6/25/24
1 hrs/week
SW

Scott Wyman

Director Until 6/25/24
1 hrs/week
SM

Stephen McKnight

Director Until 6/25/24
1 hrs/week

Milestones

1997

Association Founded

1997

Established to represent industry interests and provide member services supporting professional excellence.

2024

Current Operations

2024

Operating with $2.8M in revenue and 12 staff serving member professionals.

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

BH
Bernie Hall Director 1.00 hrs/week
BJ
Brad Jones Director 1.00 hrs/week
BA
Brenda Allen Director 1.00 hrs/week
BJ
Brian Jackson Co-Chair 1.00 hrs/week
CE
Carrie Eglinton Manner Director 1.00 hrs/week
CF
Chad Firestone Director 1.00 hrs/week
CP
Charles Patterson Director 1.00 hrs/week
CB
Chris Bingaman Director 1.00 hrs/week
DT
Darren Thompson Director 1.00 hrs/week
DD
David Davis Director 1.00 hrs/week
EH
Edwin Hill Jr Secretary 1.00 hrs/week
EP
Eric Patton Director 1.00 hrs/week
ER
Eric Reed Director 1.00 hrs/week
EU
Evan Urbania Director 1.00 hrs/week
HP
Hayley Painter Director 1.00 hrs/week
HA
Hon Amanda Cappelletti Director 1.00 hrs/week
HD
Hon Devlin Robinson Director 1.00 hrs/week
HJ
Hon Josh Shapiro Co-Chair 1.00 hrs/week
HK
Hon Khalid Mumin Director 1.00 hrs/week
HN
Hon Nancy Walker Director 1.00 hrs/week
HP
Hon Patty Kim Director 1.00 hrs/week
HR
Hon Rick Siger Director 1.00 hrs/week
HR
Hon Russell Redding Director 1.00 hrs/week
HV
Hon Valerie Gaydos Director 1.00 hrs/week
JF
Jackie Foor Director 1.00 hrs/week
JF
Jacqueline Fidler Director 1.00 hrs/week
JM
Jennifer Murphy Director 1.00 hrs/week
JB
Joel Burstein Director 1.00 hrs/week
KM
Kevin Mahoney Director 1.00 hrs/week
KJ
Krista Johnson Director 1.00 hrs/week
MD
Michael Ducker Director 1.00 hrs/week
NB
Neeli Bendapudi Director 1.00 hrs/week
PW
Patrick Witmer Director 1.00 hrs/week
RV
Randy Vulakovich Director 1.00 hrs/week
RB
Ron Belldegrun Director 1.00 hrs/week
RC
Ronn Cort Director 1.00 hrs/week
SK
Sandeepa Kaleida Director 1.00 hrs/week
SL
Sean Luther Director 1.00 hrs/week
SM
Shannon Massey Vice-Chair 1.00 hrs/week
SB
Sheilah Borne Director 1.00 hrs/week
TW
Tiffany Wilson Treasurer 1.00 hrs/week
TN
Tim Necastro Director 1.00 hrs/week
TC
Timothy Charlesworth Director 1.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$195K

Highest Paid

$195K

Abby Smith

Compensated Officers

1

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Abby Smith President & CEO $189,813 $4,784 $194,597 50

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

COVID-19 PPP Loans

Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Partially Forgiven

Total Approved

$139K

Total Forgiven

$124K

90% forgiven

Jobs Retained

8

Loan Details 1 loan

$138,610
Partially Forgiven
Forgiven: $124,215 90%
Approved Apr 27, 2020
Lender First National Bank of Pennsylvania
Jobs Reported 8
Forgiven On Apr 29, 2021

Source: Small Business Administration • Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$940K Grants Received
3 Organizations

Top Funders

3 total
SD
Shapiro-Davis Inauguration
$750K
AO
American Online Giving Foundation Inc.
$160K
CF
Community Foundation Of Western
$30K
Shapiro-Davis Inauguration American Online Giving Foundation Inc. Community Foundation Of Western
Shapiro-Davis Inauguration American Online Giving Foundation Inc. Community Foundation Of Western

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Federal Funding

Government awards and grants from USAspending.gov

$379K Total Obligated
$379K Total Amount
1 Awards
1 Agency

Awards

Agency Award ID Type Period Amount
Appalachian Regional Commission ARC24C21563 PROJECT GRANT (B) 2023-2026 $379,325

Source: USAspending.gov. Amounts represent total federal obligations.

Contact

Get in touch with Team Pennsylvania Foundation

Email

[email protected]

Phone

(717) 233-1375

Social

Visit Website
320 Market Street 600w Harrisburg, PA 17101