Business & Merchant
- Last Updated on Sunday, 31 August 2025 02:12
The Greater Allegheny Education Foundation, home of the Mon Valley Initiative Promise Awards, is proud to announce the addition of A.J. Tedesco, Jr. to its Board of Directors.
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| A.J. Tedesco, Jr. |
With over two decades of leadership in community development, public infrastructure, and project management, Mr. Tedesco brings a wealth of experience and an unwavering dedication to the Mon Valley region. His appointment marks a meaningful step forward in the foundation’s ongoing mission to uplift students and citizens through education and equal opportunity.
Currently serving as the Community Development Director for the City of McKeesport, Mr. Tedesco also holds the role of Executive Director of the city’s Redevelopment Authority. Under the Mayor, he leads key initiatives related to property development, grant management, and strategic growth. His professional background spans nonprofit engagement, grassroots organizing, public speaking, and complex project management, making him a valuable addition to the foundation’s leadership team.
The Greater Allegheny Education Foundation was established with a clear and inspiring vision to enhance the quality of life in the Mon Valley. Doing so by supporting education, celebrating achievement, and ensuring that deserving individuals can have the opportunity to reach their full potential. Each year, the foundation awards $750 scholarships to students currently enrolled in trade schools, community colleges, and other forms of higher education. These awards serve not only as financial support but as a recognition of ambition, resilience, and promise.
Mr. Tedesco joins an esteemed group of board members and community leaders, including President Karen Kutzer, Vice President John Keyes, Scholarship Committee Chairman Bob Wilson, and long-standing contributors such as Jacob N. Skezas, Clifford C. Wise, Ken Eisner, Vaughn Gilbert, Jack Halpern, Robert V. DeOrio, and George J. Omiros.
Together, this dedicated team works to create a stronger, more equitable future for the Mon Valley through advocacy, partnership, and celebration of local excellence. The Foundation is honored to welcome Mr. Tedesco to the board and looks forward to the insight, energy, and community spirit he brings.







