Meet Our Program Manager

Kristie Linden

Kristie’s diverse background includes 25 years as a journalist in Western Pennsylvania, including 8 years as the editor of the former Jeannette Spirit newspaper, and working as a writing coach, consulting editor, speaker and mentor.

Her work focuses on several areas, including support of the Jeannette Facade Improvement Program, blighted property survey in the Downtown Business District, and the Initiative’s application for Main Street Matters designation through Pennsylvania’s Department of Community and Economic Development.