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Mark Kopsack Mark has served as a member and President of the organization since its founding. Originally from York County, Pennsylvania, Mark has proudly called Beaver County home since 1999. A graduate of York Christian High School, he continued his education at Clarion University and Robert Morris University. Throughout his professional career, Mark has dedicated himself to serving and advocating for the elderly. He remains deeply engaged in the community and is an active member of both the Rochester Chamber of Commerce and the Beaver County Chamber of Commerce. He also serves as Vice President of the Fort McIntosh Foundation. Mark and his wife, Danielle, reside in Chippewa Township with their three children. Outside of his professional and civic commitments, he enjoys coaching soccer, cooking, traveling, and visiting the Gettysburg battlefield. Leadership Roles
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John Mehalik, Jr. John is a founding member of PUSH Beaver County, the original 501(c)(6) non-profit organization (dba People United in Shaping and Helping Beaver County), as well as its companion 501(c)(3) nonprofit, PUSH BC Corporation (dba PUSH Beaver County). A lifelong resident of Beaver County, John was born in the Borough of Rochester and raised in Midland and Brighton Township. He is a graduate of Sts. Peter & Paul School, Beaver Area High School, and Robert Morris University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Following in his father’s footsteps, John entered the industrial construction field with a focus on project controls within the steelmaking sector. Today, he serves as a shareholder, recording secretary, and member of the management team at Central Point Incorporated in Midland. In 2023, John was appointed to the Pennsylvania Finance Authority by the Beaver County Commissioners, and in 2025 he joined the Beaver County Chamber of Commerce as Vice President of Operations. John resides in Brighton Township. In his free time, he enjoys visiting family in Michigan, swimming, cooking for loved ones, and watching movies. Leadership Roles People United in Shaping and Helping Beaver County – 501(c)(6) Email John
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Keith Colamarino Keith joined the organization in 2009. He was born in Atlanta, GA and raised in Beaver County. Keith is graduate of Rochester Area High School, class of 2004. After graduation, Keith pursued a Design degree from Pittsburgh Technical Institute. Currently, he is a partner at Studio SMC., and founder of TrueMX (TMX). He devotes his spare time to other local organizations that promote community involvement to help build a better Beaver County for future generations. Keith resides in Brighton Township with his wife and son. Email Keith |
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Matt Dawson Matt has served on the Board of Directors since 2018 and accepted the position of Treasurer in 2019. He is a life long resident of Beaver County. Raised in Ohioville, he is a 1996 graduate of Western Beaver High School and graduated from Penn State University in 2001. He began working in the Banking Industry in 2011 and currently manages the Beaver Banking Center for WesBanco Bank. Matt serves on several local boards including the Beaver County Chamber, Rochester Chamber of Commerce, Carnegie Library of Beaver Falls, and The Cornerstone of Beaver County. With a focus on community involvement, he devotes much of his spare time to building a stronger, more connected Beaver County. Matt currently resides in North Sewickley Township with his wife, Chelsea. Treasurer 2019 – present Email Matt |
Mark Noll Mark joined the organization in January of 2023. A proud life-long resident of the Beaver Area, Mark graduated from Beaver Area High School, St. Vincent College, Latrobe, and the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science in 1985. A first generation Funeral Director with over 38 years of experience, Mark is licensed in both Pennsylvania and Florida. He founded Noll Funeral Home, Inc., Beaver in 1998 before acquiring Schwerha-Noll Funeral Home in Midland two years later. He has four children, three grandsons and one grandaughter. In addition to serving on the PUSH Beaver County Board of Directors, Mark is also president of the Ft. McIntosh Foundation. Email Mark
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Randy Forner Randy has been a member of organization since its inception. Randy is a member of Beaver County Association of Realtors and is employed at Realtor Associate with BHHS in Beaver. He acquired his license in 1977. He is a past Board Member at HAP Enterprises, Inc, past President of HAP Sr. Care Board (Beaver Meadows, Assisted Living Facility), past Lt. Gov. for Pennsylvania Kiwanis District #3, past President of Beaver Kiwanis Club, retired from Music Director/Organist for First Presbyterian Church, New Brighton in 2021, after 39 years, past Treasurer for Beaver County Association of Realtors. He is an avid golfer and member of Beaver Valley Golf Club, where he enjoys many rounds of golf each year. Randy resides in Chippewa. 501(c)(6) Email Randy |
Tyson Smith Tyson joined the organization in 2017. He is a lifelong resident of Beaver County and graduated from Riverside High School. After high school, he graduated from Clarion University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. He entered the Financial Services Industry in 2010 and is currently a financial advisor with Edward Jones and has his office located in Chippewa Township. As a financial advisor, Tyson holds a CRPC designation from the College of Financial Planning. He currently resides in Chippewa with his wife, children and their family’s much-loved Boxer. Assistant Secretary 2023 – 2024 Email Tyson
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Amy Fredericks Amy joined the organization in 2013. Amy was born and raised in Beaver County. She graduated from Center Area High School in 1999. She followed her father’s and brother’s footsteps and graduated from California University of Pennsylvania and received her Masters in Business Administration. She has been employed since 2003 at ExpressMed Pharmaceuticals as their Community Development Liaison. Amy was a past volunteer for Mother Theresa Hospice and the Watson Institute. Amy resides in Hopewell Township with her daughter. Email Amy |
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Lance Grable
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Sharon Speerhas Sharon joined the organization in 2012. She was born & raised in Beaver County and graduated from Western Beaver JSHS. She has a degree in Communication from Robert Morris University. She began her career in the financial services industry in 1999 with The Warner Companies in Baltimore, MD. She returned to Beaver County in 2005 and was a financial advisor with MetLife. Most recently, she worked in PNC Bank’s Financial Planning department and in 2014 moved to Time Financial as a Regional Insurance Specialist. She is now independent and in the process of forming her own company specializing in supplemental insurance, health, life and Medicare plans. In addition to PUSH Beaver County, Sharon also sits on the board of the Midland Arts Council and was formerly the Vice President on the Merrick Art Gallery Associates Board. She currently resides in Ambridge and is a member of the Ambridge Area Regional Chamber. Email Sharon |
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Nathan Kopsack Nathan is a founding member of the organization. Nathan grew up in York County, PA where he graduated from Christian School of York in 1994. Nathan continued his education at Clarion University and Robert Morris University for Business Management. Nathan resides in Chippewa with his wife and daughters. Vice President 2012 – present Email Nathan
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John “J.J.” Tougher JJ joined the organization in 2025.
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PUSH Beaver County 501(c)(6) (dba People United in Shaping and Helping Beaver County) |
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Emeritus Directors
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Emeritus Founders James A. Crozier Randy Forner John C. Foster Mark A. Kopsack Nathan J. Kopsack Chris M. Malagise John T. Mehalik, Jr. Leanne Pupi Martins Ronald D. Rojas, Esq. Robert L. Ritter Alex K. Sebastian |
| Honor Roll Mary “Tina” Taylor (16 Dec 1949 – 24 Jan 2020) |
Honor Roll Mary “Tina” Taylor (16 Dec 1949 – 24 Jan 2020) Donn R. Wuycik (11 Feb 1954 – 02 Dec 2014) |