Who We Are
The Team Moving the Valley Forward
Valley In Motion is powered by people who believe in the strength, creativity, and resilience of the communities that make up the Lackawanna Valley. We are neighbors, partners, and storytellers dedicated to uplifting the voices and visions of the region. Our team brings together diverse experiences from community development and public health to planning, design, and grassroots organizing all united by a shared commitment: helping the Valley thrive.
Gus Fahey
As the president of VIM, Gus believes in collaboration, that our power lies in our ability to “act in concert” with one another. Formerly a foreign affairs officer for the U.S. State Department, Gus ran large military reform programs to save lives and serve needs. A trained mediator, he brings people together for projects that build community pride, progress, and purpose. Born in Scranton, Gus is raising his two daughters there with his wife Sydney. See his “Why NEPA?” profile by DiscoverNEPA.
B.A., Design of Environment, University of Pennsylvania; M.S., Conflict Analysis and Resolution, George Mason University.
Alyssa Kelley
Alyssa develops and manages projects for VIM. She also writes grant proposals, teaches participatory design, and creates events for community engagement and place activation. Alyssa is passionate about improving daily life for all through changes to the built environment that inspire creativity and pride, promote wellness and balance, provide stability and safety, and allow for recreation and growth. In prior work, she developed affordable housing and creative spaces for placemaking, education, community engagement, and economic development.
B.A., Spanish, Penn State University; M.S., Employment Relations, Penn State University; M.S., Urban and Regional Planning, University of Minnesota
Corey O’Brien
Corey is VIM’s community health worker, responsible for improving community access to fresh foods, recreation, and health services. He discovered his life’s calling through this AmeriCorps service work, and is motivated every day by the great people he serves. Corey’s background is rooted in music, arts, and history, and enjoys yoga, good conversation, and watching old movies with friends.
Roxy Brown
Roxy is VIM’s recreation access specialist, working to connect residents of Lackawanna County with local trails and outdoor spaces. A U.S. Air Force veteran, she brings strong program management experience and a hands-on approach to community-focused projects. Roxy has a deep appreciation for natural spaces and is enthusiastic about helping others discover the benefits of outdoor recreation. She supports a range of VIM projects and takes pride in helping communities access the resources and spaces they deserve.
B.A., Business Management, East Stroudsburg University; M.B.A., Aerospace Defense, University of Tennessee
Valley In Motion Board Members
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David Bosley (Board Chair), Carlisle Group
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Tom Donohue, VP, General Manager, Lamar Advertising
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Natalie Gelb, Board Member Emeritus
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Chris Moshinskie, Branch Manager, Wayne Bank
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Julie Schumacher Cohen (Board Vice Chair), Assistant Vice President, Community Engagement and Government Affairs, University of Scranton
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Jim Sullivan, Dean, College of Professional Studies, Marywood University
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John Conte III, Assistant Vice President, Loan Officer, Honesdale National Bank
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Parker Dorsey, Community Program Assistant, Neighborworks NEPA
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Alejandra Marroquin, Community Lead / Community Organizer, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
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Cara Mullen, Multifamily Development Officer, Community Housing Partners
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Laurie Schwager (Board Treasurer), Senior Vice President, Synovus
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Robert Tamburro, TFP, General Partner
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Carl Deeley, Retired
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L. P. Frieder III, CEO, Gentex
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Sean McDonough, Esq., Dougherty, Leventhal & Price
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Ken Okrepkie, Regional Manager, Ben Franklin Technology Partners
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Mary Jo Sheridan, Retired CPA/Auditor
The heart of our work extends far beyond our team.
After all, the story of the Valley isn’t ours alone—it belongs to everyone who has built, loved, and imagined this region over generations. Watch the segments below that feature local residents sharing their memories, milestones, and moments that shaped the Valley. Their reflections remind us where we’ve come from—and inspire where we can go together.