REGIONAL IMPACT OFFICER
Leo Robert
Regional Impact Officer
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Leo Robert
Regional Impact Officer
Prior to joining Folds of Honor, Leo gained extensive experience as a Non-Profit executive, specializing in financial oversight, leadership, community engagement, grant management and fundraising. Leo also served in the U.S. Army and U.S. Army National Guard as a Cavalry Scout (19D) from 1997 to 2003.
Leo holds an International Executive MBA from the University of Pittsburgh’s Katz School of Business and a bachelor’s degree in accounting from St. Joseph's University’s Haub School of Business. Leo is a graduate of Leadership Pittsburgh's Community Leadership course for Veterans as well. He has served on the Board of Directors for Latham Street Commons, a Pittsburgh-based Non-Profit dedicated to improving the health and career opportunities of young adults in the inner city.
Leo lives in McDonald, PA with his wife and children and enjoys spending his free time coaching youth basketball, softball, and football.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Mike Popella
President
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Mike Popella
President
Mike is a graduate of Clarion University of PA with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management. For over 30 years, he has held various sales and leadership roles in the Food Service Industry.
Since 2014, Mike has been with Distribution Market Advantage (DMA), a Chicago-based company serving as Vice President of Business and Membership Development. Mike is proud to assist his Distribution Members in developing innovative supply chain solutions for national restaurant chains by utilizing his distribution and food service expertise. Mike and his wife, Crystal, reside in Grove City and enjoy playing golf in their spare time. Mike has served on several non-profit boards over the years. When he met Major Dan Rooney in early 2016, he immediately knew that Folds of Honor was going to be an organization that he and Crystal would align with. Later that year, Major Dan was invited to speak at DMA’s fall conference to give the keynote address to the attendees. In late 2018, they decided to embark on starting a chapter in Western PA. A year later, with the assistance of a great team of Board of Directors, our Western PA Chapter has become real. Mike feels that it is our duty as citizens to serve those that have served and sacrificed for our country.
Jody Steinberger
Vice President
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Jody Steinberger
Vice President
Jody was born and raised in Uniontown, PA. Immediately following high school, he joined the U.S. Navy. After serving in the first Gulf War with the Navy, Jody then joined the U.S. Army. While serving as an Intelligence Analyst with both branches, he traveled the globe experiencing many cultures. Jody is 100% disabled and was medically retired from the Army in 2019.
After volunteering at several successful events at Topgolf for FoH, and then coordinating the annual Citadel Golf event in full support of FoH, Jody decided that FoH was going to get his full attention and efforts. He is married with two daughters and his service dog Nick.
Derek Zynn
Treasurer
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Derek Zynn
Treasurer
Derek was born and raised in Pittsburgh and graduated from Purdue University, majoring in Accounting and Management. He is a licensed CPA in Pennsylvania. He has spent the first two years of his professional career with Cohen & Company, an accounting firm based in Cleveland with an office in downtown Pittsburgh. Outside of work, Derek enjoys running, golfing, and traveling. He has attended several Folds of Honor events prior to joining the board and is excited to support the organization on a deeper level.
Bob Beisner
Director
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Bob Beisner
Director
FUHRER EAGLE SALES & SERVICE
Bob was born and raised in South Western Pennsylvania. He was the General Sales Manager at Fuhrer Eagle Sales & Service with experience in budgeting, sales, pricing, supplier compliance standards, acquisitions, and recruiting for 24 years. He is now retired and enjoys traveling with his family, golf, outdoors, home projects and staying active.
Having had the opportunity to hear Lieutenant Colonel Dan Rooney speak was a moving experience and the motivation behind my involvement in Folds of Honor. The passion for his cause, clear purpose and dedication to help military families is unquestioned.
Rick Dayton
Director
Lt Col Edward W. Jackson
Director
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Lt Col Edward W. Jackson
Director
Lt Col Jackson joined the Savannah Air National Guard in 1995 as an Undergraduate Pilot Training Candidate to fly the mighty C-130 Hercules. Lt Col Jackson graduated from C-130 co-pilot school in 1997 and immediately headed over to Europe to fly combat missions in support of the NATO stabilization forces (SFOR) in Bosnia/Herzegovina and Kosovo. In 2000, Lt Col Jackson accepted a full-time position with the 758th Airlift Squadron, United States Air Force Reserve (USAFR) in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania, continuing to fly missions in support of SFOR and serving as the Chief of Training for the pilots in 758 AS and a C-130 Instructor Pilot. After the terror attacks on 9/11/2001, Lt Col Jackson was activated to Active Duty combat in support of US Forces in Afghanistan and Iraq from the end of 2003 until the end of 2005 and returned back to the Middle East in 2010 and 2015, massing up just about 1000 hours of Combat Flying in the C-130.
Over his 26 ½ year career with the Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve, Lt Col Jackson was awarded the Air Force Meritorious Service Medal, 4 Air Medals for Combat, Aerial Achievement Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal, 5 Meritorious Unit Awards, 4 Outstanding Unit Award with Valor, 12 Combat Readiness Medals, 2 National Defense Service Medals, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Kosovo Campaign Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Global War On Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War On Terrorism Service Medal, Nuclear Deterrence Operations Service Medal, 3 Air Force Expeditionary Service Ribbons with Gold Border, 6 Air Force Longevity Service Medals, 3 Armed Forces Reserve Medals with 7 “M” Devices, Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon (Pistol), AF Training Ribbon and NATO Medal.
In 2011 Lt Col Jackson left his full-time position with the Air Force Reserve to work as an Aviation Safety Inspector with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), where today he is the Principal Operations Inspector (POI) for Piedmont Airlines. Lt Col Jackson’s greatest accomplishment was convincing his wife Amber to marry him in 2007, and they have two terrific sons, Colton (12) and Ryder (11). After flying the C-130 for 23 years, the Jackson Family all traveled to Altus Air Force Base and lived in Altus, Oklahoma, from September 2018 to March 2019, where Lt Col Jackson learned to fly the C-17 and is set to retire from the Air Force Reserve on 12 February 2021.
Steve Parolini
Director
Anthony Wincko
Director
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Anthony Wincko
Director
Anthony represents the fourth generation of his family dedicated to the construction industry and currently serves as the President of Citadel Construction Group. With his late grandfather and West Point graduate, Roland Catarinella, as a mentor, he began his involvement in large residential developments in Western Pennsylvania at an early age. After obtaining a bachelor’s degree in business management from the University of Tampa, he transitioned into the world of commercial construction and real estate.
Anthony has managed nearly $250 million worth of projects throughout his career, gaining experience in nearly every state across the nation. With a focus on guiding operations and personnel objectives, he has established himself as a consummate expert in the construction field. Anthony develops business operations grounded in core values such as safety, diversity, innovation, and operational excellence. His passion for creativity is evident in his projects, as he consistently encourages his team to think beyond conventional boundaries. His meticulous attention to detail ensures that each client's vision is realized while respecting their schedule and budget. Anthony is eager to continue evolving within the industry, contributing his operational strengths and diverse project experience to Citadel Construction Group.
Anthony has many hobbies, from art and photography to almost anything outdoors, such as fishing, hiking, boating, etc. Growing up an avid golfer, Anthony spent his childhood competing against some of the best young golfers in Western Pennsylvania. While his golf career didn’t pan out as he had hoped, he continues to utilize the love for the game in his everyday life, whether on the course with friends, clients, or helping to spread awareness and raise funds for Folds of Honor by hosting golf outings. With the help of Anthony’s leadership and the Citadel Construction team, Folds of Honor has received over $125,000 in scholarship funds from their first two golf outings! Anthony and his team plan to continue hosting their annual charity golf outing every September and welcome all to join!
VOLUNTEER LEAD
1st Lt NG ANG 171 MSG/MSC Mike Boyd
Military Committee
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1st Lt NG ANG 171 MSG/MSC Mike Boyd
Military Committee
Mike is a member of the Folds of Honor Military Committee and is a 15-year veteran of the Pennsylvania Air National Guard, currently serving at the 171st Air Refueling Wing in Coraopolis, PA. In the past, he has served as the Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge of the 171st Base Honor Guard, participating in parades, funerals, and other events around Western PA. A graduate of both the University of Pittsburgh and Duquesne University, he worked in several different operational roles in the private sector. He now functions as the Base Contracting Officer for the 171st. A third-generation military veteran on both sides of his family, Mike has long been involved in the military community and feels privileged to be a part of the Folds of Honor mission.
Crystal Popella
Volunteer Lead
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Crystal Popella
Volunteer Lead
Starting as the “Supporting Wife” role of Folds of Honor, Western PA Chapter Founder and President in 2019 quickly pivoted to a fully engaged, active role and board member. My current responsibilities within our chapter include but not limited to Topgolf Event coordinator, volunteer coordinator, merchandise manager, board secretary, and other duties as assigned. With a background as a nurse and healthcare consultant, always striving to do and be better while building relationships keeps our team growing and driving to outperform past events.