Vice President of Business Development – Paula has a 40-plus-year history of political involvement in Pennsylvania. She most recently retired as Vice President of Capital Associates, Inc., a pre-eminent governmental affairs firm in Harrisburg. Previously, she served as Deputy Director under Governor Tom Ridge and was a Chief of Staff in the PA Senate. In her role as Vice President, she was responsible for strategic and political consulting, policy development, lobbying, and advocacy. She has been involved in bringing new industry and development opportunities throughout Pennsylvania. Paula holds a BS from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She has served on many state, regional, and local organization boards and foundations.