Meet the Team

  • Vinny Cannizzaro, PhD

    Executive Director

    Vinny brings a wide-ranging research background in local government and public policy. Before joining the Pennsylvania Economy League, he served as Director of the Arthur J. Glatfelter Institute for Public Policy at York College. In recognition of his leadership and impact, Vinny was named a 2025 Forty Under 40 honoree by City & State Pennsylvania. He holds a Ph.D. in Public Policy from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.

  • Lynne Shedlock

    Director of Operations

    Lynne serves as project manager, research associate, and communications director at PEL, where she leads research on municipal finance and demographics, authors reports, and develops presentations. Previously, she was communications director for Lackawanna County and spent 20 years as a reporter covering municipal government and education. She holds a B.S. in journalism from Syracuse University and a certificate in economic development from Penn State Harrisburg.

  • Patricia (Patty) Moorhead

    Director of Financial and Data Analysis

    Patty provides research and advisory services on municipal management, budgeting, finance, capital planning, and labor relations. She analyzes financial trends and prepares fiscal forecasts for municipalities across Pennsylvania. Patty holds a B.S. in accounting from Wilkes University, has completed training at the DCED School of Municipal Government, and is a member of the Government Finance Officers Association.