Company
Our Staff
LOBBYISTS
John D. Wanner, CAE | Ted Mowatt, CAE | Alex Rahn | Linda Rhinehart
ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT
John D. Wanner, CAE | Ted Mowatt, CAE | Jennifer A. Summers | Shelby L. Metzger
Kimberly M. Cossar | Lori G. Elliott | Joshua Skopp
ADMINISTRATION
Cathy M. Peters | Holly E. Renner | Pamela L. Quigley | Kimberly Grimm | Jason Tobias
Manager/Lobbyist
John D. Wanner, CAE
Mr. Wanner is the founder and President of Wanner Associates. Mr. Wanner has more than 25 years of experience in government relations, convention and seminar management, public affairs and association management. "I believe that we can only meet our goal of being the ‘best" if our clients also meet their stated goals." Mr. Wanner is a former officer of the Pennsylvania Association of Government Relations and member of the Pennsylvania Society of Association Executives. He is also the chief staff executive for the firm's management clients. Mr. Wanner is a Magna Cum Laude graduate of Alvernia College where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. He is a Certified Association Executive (CAE) and a member of the American Society of Association Executives.
Senior Associate/Lobbyist
Ted Mowatt, CAE
Mr. Mowatt brings more than just impeccable work ethics and experience to Wanner Associates. He has exceptional networking skills and is very well known and highly regarded in the Pennsylvania Capitol. Mr. Mowatt is a second-generation lobbyist and association executive. He provides procurement services with various agencies for clients. Mr. Mowatt brings more than thirteen years of professional experience as a Government Affairs Director for the Pennsylvania Optometric Association. He also served as President of the Pennsylvania Association for Government Relations and is Chair of the Pennsylvania Alliance of Health Care Providers. Mr. Mowatt is a 1983 graduate of The Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. He is a Certified Association Executive (CAE) and a member of the American Society of Association Executives. Back to the top
Senior Associate/Lobbyist
Alex Rahn
Alex Rahn has extensive experience in corporate, government, non-profit and political sectors. Prior to becoming a Wanner Associate Mr. Rahn successfully ran his own state, municipal and federal government relations firm. Mr. Rahn is no stranger to working in the spotlight as he served as the Southeast Political Director for Senator Arlen Specter and spent more than six years working as both the District Director and Campaign Manager for Congressman Curt Weldon. He is also an ex Vice President of Government Affairs for the Rajant Corporation, Government Affairs Manager for Galaxy Scientific, Executive Director for the Delaware County Transportation Management Agency. Mr. Rahn is a member of the PA Association of Government Relations, PA Chamber of Business & Industry and Pennsylvanian's for Effective Government. He is a former Councilman of Ridley Park Borough, former member of the PA Army National Guard and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and International Relations from West Chester University. Needless to say Mr. Rahn has the experience necessary to expertly handle anything thrown his way. Back to the top
Senior Associate/Lobbyist
Linda Rhinehart
Ms. Rhinehart brings Wanner Associates a plethora of experience. She complements Wanner Associates government relations with a twist of marketing communications, which adds another layer to the strategic planning for our clients. She has worked with the Pennsylvania General Assembly as a registered lobbyist on a variety of issues facing the Commonwealth for more than twelve years. Her extensive network can be traced to Washington D.C., on Capitol Hill where she worked with both the United States House and Senate. Ms. Rhinehart has served as chapter chairwoman and founder of The Central PA Association of Female Executives and as reciprocity president of the Philanthropic Educational Organization for Central Pennsylvania. She earned her undergraduate degree from Iowa State University and her Master's degree in Public Administration from The Pennsylvania State University. Back to the top
Account Executive
Jennifer A. Summers
Jennifer Summers has served as Deputy Executive Director for the Pennsylvania Society of Professional Engineers since 1999. She manages their quarterly newsletter, annual conference, board meetings, the statewide MATHCOUNTS program, web content, and serves as liaison for numerous committees. Jennifer also coordinates board meetings and the annual convention for the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association, Pennsylvania Chapter. Jennifer was formerly employed by the Painting and Decorating Contractors of America (PDCA) in Fairfax, VA. She was responsible for the national trade show, and assisted with member services and the conventions for four years. Jennifer is a graduate of Juniata College, Huntington, Pennsylvania. Back to the top
Account Executive
Shelby L. Metzger
Shelby Metzger serves as Executive Director for the Pennsylvania Propane Gas Association and the Pennsylvania Propane Foundation. Her responsibilities include day to day operations, the planning and management of board meetings, seminars, annual meeting, industry related training courses, special events and member relations. She is editor of the quarterly newsletter and the annual membership directory. Ms. Metzger joined Wanner Associates May 2007, coming from the PA Manufactured Housing Association and has over 12 year’s association management experience. Back to the top
Account Executive
Kimberly Cossar
Kimberly Cossar is the Executive Director for the Pennsylvania Self Storage Association, which includes handling their newsletter, board meetings, conferences and annual meeting. She also attends the Self Storage Association’s trade shows and Affiliated Associations Council meetings to represent the PA Self Storage Association. Kimberly also handles newsletters, board meetings, and retreats for the American Society of Landscape Architects. Ms. Cossar was formerly employed by the Arthritis Foundation, Central Pennsylvania Chapter in Harrisburg for over six years where she wrote grants; developed programs; implemented services; prepared newsletters and marketing materials; and served on several state association boards and committees. Ms. Cossar is a graduate of Clarion University of Pennsylvania with a BA in Communications. Back to the top
Account Executive
Lori G. Elliott
Lori Elliott joined Wanner Associates in June, 2006 as the Registration Coordinator. She has a Bachelor's Degree and over 20 years of administrative experience. Ms. Elliott also has over 12 years of experience working with non-profit organizations as both a volunteer and staff member. Ms. Elliott is the Executive Director for the Pennsylvania State Snowmobile Association, Managing Director of the Chiropractic Fellowship of Pennsylvania and the Account Executive for the Pennsylvania Academy of Audiology. Back to the top
Account Executive
Joshua Skopp
Mr. Skopp serves in a dedicated role as the Account Executive for the Pennsylvania Economic Development Association and its professional development arm, the Pennsylvania Economic Development Institute. His responsibilities for the Association and Institute include development and oversight of framework for organizational policies, Association programs, services, contractual responsibilities and the planning and management of seminars, special events and board and member relations. A native of Westmoreland County, Mr. Skopp has called Southcentral Pennsylvania home since 2005. His previous work experience includes time as a consultant with Stevens & Lee and as an Economic Development Specialist with the Capital Region Economic Development Corporation. He holds an MPA from the University of Pittsburgh's Graduate School of Public and International Affairs and an undergraduate degree from Saint Vincent College. Back to the top
Financial Officer
Cathy M. Peters
Cathy Peters is the Financial Officer responsible for the firm's financial services. Ms. Peters prepares association budgets, financial and treasurer's reports, tax forms, accounts payable and receivable, and performs all other bookkeeping functions. She has over 20 years accounting experience. Prior to joining Wanner Associates, she held a similar position with the Pennsylvania Credit Union Association. Back to the top
Member Records/Operations Manager
Holly E. Renner
Holly Renner is the Operations Manager and in charge of distribution of duties among the association management personnel. Ms. Renner has a degree in Microcomputer Management and handles all internal IT functions at Wanner Associates. She has a number of years experience in the accounting field working for a CPA firm as a junior accountant as well as 20 years of experience at Wanner Associates and is the Supervisor of all accounting personnel at Wanner Associates. Back to the top
Bookkeeper
Pamela L. Quigley
Pam Quigley handles the day-to-day bookkeeping functions of our associations. Ms. Quigley has 10 years of previous association experience. Before being involved with associations, she held various positions at a local bank. Back to the top
Receptionist
Kimberly Grimm
Kimberly Grimm is the receptionist for all the Associations at Wanner Associates. Among other activities she is the one that answers the phones for the Associations. She has held this position for 10 years and is also personal assistant to head administrator. Previous experiences include Bank Teller / Collector and Inventory Control Clerk for a shoe company. Back to the top
Membership and Registration Coordinator
Jason Tobias
Jason Tobias joined Wanner Associates in July, 2011 as the Membership and Registration Coordinator. He has a Bachelor's Degree and over 12 years of administrative experience. He also has 7 years of experience, through the PA Child Care Association, working with non-profit organizations and state government entities.
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