Penn Strategies

Our Company

Founded in 2010, Penn Strategies is a grant-writing and appropriations firm. Whether you are a municipality or non-profit, we help you procure project funding. Our staff has diverse experience from state and federal government appropriations to institutions of higher learning, municipal management, research, proposal writing, and more. As the people advocating for your concerns, we firmly believe that by fostering a partnership with you, we can ensure more effective communication and positive outcomes.

National team. World class results.

John D. Moran, Jr.

John D. Moran, Jr.

CHAIRMAN

John Moran, Jr. is an American businessman, entrepreneur and industrialist best known for his role as president & CEO of Moran Industries …

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Henry Canelo

Henry Canelo

GENERAL COUNSEL

Henry Caneol is the General Counsel of General Counsel at Moran Industries, Inc., the parent company of Penn Strategies.

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Sara E. Kaskie

Sara E. Kaskie

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Sara Kaskie is Chief Financial Officer of Penn Strategies. In addition to reviewing and overseeing financial operations for Penn Strategies …

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Phillip Trometter

Phillip Trometter

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT / CHIEF OF STAFF

Phillip Trometter is the Executive Vice President/Chief of Staff and has served across the spectrum of government agencies …

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Lea Rehm

Lea Rehm

VICE PRESIDENT OF GRANTS SUBMISSION

Lea Rehm leads a team of writers and researchers developing applications as the Vice President of Grants Submission …

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Bridget C. Kane

Bridget C. Kane

VICE PRESIDENT OF GRANTS ADMINISTRATION

Bridget Kane is an associate with Penn Strategies. Her primary responsibilities are writing, research, and community outreach …

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Brittnee Vann

Brittnee Vann

GRANT ADMINISTRATOR, RACP DIVISION

Brittnee Vann coordinates post-award administration of Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grants …

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Maggi Ashworth Jones

Maggi Ashworth Jones

SENIOR CONSULTANT

Maggi Ashworth Jones has established a reputation for creating and executing dynamic communications strategies for select clients …

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Janice L. Ogurcak

Janice L. Ogurcak

SENIOR CONSULTANT

Janice Ogurcak joined Penn Strategies after retiring from Little League. She is a grant writer and administrator …

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Robin Van Auken

Robin Van Auken

SENIOR CONSULTANT

Robin Van Auken has an extensive background in anthropology and communication. Her responsibilities are as a researcher and writer …

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Alexandra K. Baker

Alexandra K. Baker

MANAGING PARTNER

Alexandra Moran is Managing Partner at Penn Strategies, and is instrumental in helping clients form the strategic relationships they need …

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“Tobyhanna Township has utilized the services of Penn Strategies since 2015. Their expertise has been instrumental in helping the Township receive over $22 million in grants over the past eight years.”

Robert R. Bartal • Manager, Tobyhanna Township

“Penn Strategies is a top-notch firm that employs a team of dedicated professionals. They have my trust and support.”

Diana Irey Vaughan • Commissioner, Washington County

“The service and success we have received from Penn Strategies has been our best experience. The entire team at Penn Strategies is very professional, knowledgeable, and super responsive to our needs.”

Tony Miller • Manager, Newberry Township

“Through our partnership with Penn Strategies, Pocono Township has been successfully awarded millions in grant funds for a myriad of public projects, from park renovations to infrastructure repair and public safety needs.”

Taylor Muñoz • Manager, Pocono Township