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.
Email: margaret@wdiy.org
Phone: 610-694-8100 x6
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Margaret McConnell and co-host Samantha Shaak are joined by Darian Colbert of Cohesion Network and Franklin Park residents Amanda Cruz and Luis Martinez to talk about the community being built in the neighborhood. -
WDIY reflects on a challenging but successful fiscal year, including a positive cash flow, expanded programming and plans to modernize the station’s broadcast infrastructure. -
Margaret McConnell and co-hosts Becky Bradley and Matt Assad of the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission talk with Jill Seitz and Susan Myerov about what data centers could really look like in our region. -
Margaret McConnell welcomes Keri Neidig of Greater Lehigh Valley Athletics and two athletes, Mackenzey and Ella, to talk about girls' participation in the league's flag football programs. -
Margaret McConnell welcomes Ryan Griffiths of Upper Macungie Township to talk about the massive, soon-to-open community center with space for all people and activities. -
Margaret McConnell sits down with Ian Panyko, Executive Director of NAMI LV, to talk about their work to break the stigma around mental illness and provide vital support. -
Margaret McConnell explores the Lehigh Valley IronPigs' plans for a grand July 4th celebration with President and General Manager Kurt Landes. -
Margaret McConnell and co-hosts Becky Bradley and Matt Assad of the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission explore the long-term vision for Route 22 with the LVPC's Steve Weber. -
Margaret McConnell and co-host Samantha Shaak sit down with the four Pastors of Allentown's Ripple Church to share how faith-based communities teach people how to show up for each other. -
Margaret McConnell sits down with Molly Eigen of the Girl Scouts of Eastern PA to explore the benefits of getting kids into nature and around other kids their age.
