Margaret McConnell
Executive DirectorMargaret McConnell is Executive Director of WDIY. She began her role in February, 2024. Margaret is a widely-respected strategic partnership, marketing and not-for-profit professional. A Lehigh Valley native, she has previously served roles at People First Federal Credit Union, Alvin H. Butz, Inc., the Butz Family of Companies, and Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation (LVEDC). Margaret is a resident of Allentown and an alumna of King’s College with a Bachelor of Arts in English.
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Margaret McConnell talks with Robert Stiffler of the Trexler Nature Preserve and Amanda Shurr of the LV Zoo about the outdoor opportunities at the neighboring sites. -
Margaret McConnell and co-hosts Becky Bradley and Matt Assad of the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission talk with the LVPC's Evan Gardi about the push for more EV charging stations. -
Margaret McConnell and co-host Samantha Shaak talk with Ruffian Tittmann, the inaugural Executive Director of the Allentown Parknership, about the value of green spaces. -
Margaret McConnell welcomes State Representative Peter Schweyer to talk about the importance of equal education funding so all students have the same chance to succeed. -
Margaret McConnell and co-hosts Becky Bradley and Matt Assad of the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission talk with Dr. Subham Kharel of the LVPC to talk about their use of new AI tools. -
Update 6/3/2025: Margaret McConnell talks about President Trump's new attempt to claw back $1.1 billion that was already appropriated for public radio and TV stations across the country — and what WDIY supporters can do to help. -
Margaret McConnell and co-host Samantha Shaak welcome Owen O'Neil, Executive Director of LANTA, about the value of reliable transportation for overall health and wellness. -
Margaret McConnell and co-host Matt Assad of the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission welcome Jill Seitz of the LVPC to talk about one of the region's biggest concerns: housing. -
Margaret McConnell and co-host Samantha Shaak talk with Eric Ruth, Co-Founder and CEO of the Kellyn Foundation, about their work to provide healthy eating access and knowledge. -
Margaret McConnell welcomes Daphne Ghirardi, VP of Aquatics at the River Crossing YMCA, to talk about the benefits and flexibility of swimming compared to other physical activities.
