Speakers

Michelle Bisbing is the President of the Pocono Mountains Economic Development Corporation (PMEDC), appointed in July 2025 after more than two decades with the organization. In her leadership role, she oversees the operations of PMEDC and its affiliated authorities, guiding initiatives that drive business growth and regional economic vitality. [pmedc.com]

Before becoming President, Michelle served as PMEDC’s Vice President and Director of Marketing, where she led business attraction, retention, marketing initiatives, and grant administration. Her career began with 14 years in workforce development at Monroe County Job Training and Monroe County CareerLink. [pmedc.com], [peda.org]

Her impact has been widely recognized—most notably with the 2024 Developer of the Year Award from the Pennsylvania Economic Development Association, honoring her role in projects generating over $119 million in economic impact and approximately 1,500 jobs. [pennsnortheast.com]

Michelle serves on several regional boards, including Penn’s Northeast, the Monroe County Historical Association, the Pocono Counties Workforce Development Area, and AllOne Foundation & Charities. She also chairs the Tobyhanna Township Planning Commission, where she has served since 2014. [linkedin.com], [pmedc.com]

She holds a BA in Political Science and Journalism from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and maintains professional certification through PEDA

Michael Tukeva is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Pocono Mountains United Way, where he leads the organization’s mission to improve health, education, and financial stability for individuals and families across the Pocono region of Pennsylvania. In his role, Michael oversees strategic partnerships, community investments, and innovative programs that address some of the region’s most pressing challenges, including housing instability, food insecurity, and access to essential services. [poconounitedway.org]

Under Michael’s leadership, Pocono Mountains United Way has strengthened cross‑sector collaboration among nonprofits, healthcare systems, government, and business leaders to drive measurable community impact. He has been instrumental in expanding initiatives such as housing stability programs, food access efforts, and the PoconoInfo helpline, ensuring residents can connect quickly to critical resources during times of need. [poconounitedway.org], [allonefoun...ations.org]

Michael is widely recognized for his leadership during times of crisis. In 2022, he was invited to the White House as one of a select group of community leaders to discuss the local impact of federal funding and pandemic recovery efforts, representing the work and voice of the Pocono Mountains community on a national stage. [stroudsbur...herald.com], [poconorecord.com]

A respected advocate for equity and community resilience, Michael has received numerous honors, including the Community Hero Award from the Pocono Chamber of Commerce and recognition from the NAACP Monroe County Chapter for his leadership in racial equity and cultural competency. [linkedin.com]

Michael holds a Master’s degree in Education from Lehigh University and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from The Pennsylvania State University. He lives and works in the Pocono region, where he remains deeply committed to building a stronger, more connected, and more equitable community for all. [linkedin.com], [rocketreach.co]