TLCA Election Candidates

Joe DelGrippo

I am Joe DelGrippo, working in the technical computer field over the past 45 years. I am now semi-retired with lots of energy and passion, driving my wife Cheryl and 2 children crazy with payback. I have been responsible for managing people across the world and involved in many decisions that help and cultivate better ways to achieve goals. I am a graduate from Drexel University along with being a teacher’s assistant helping students overcome the challenges of mathematics. I am currently a participating member of the Lerner Executive Mentoring Program at Alfred Lerner College of Business & Economics at the University of Delaware for both graduate and undergraduate students. Being involved with volunteering and helping others get a fresh start is part of my DNA. Being in the community since the late 70’s (no not a typo) I have enjoyed one of the best and well-kept communities in the Poconos. I feel that it is time to give back to the community by sharing my experiences and leadership. Sharing time between the Poconos and West Chester PA, I have grown to appreciate the peaceful environment each passing day. I do play golf - well kinda - I go for the exercise. I love bocce ball, horseshoes, I’m a certified scuba diver and possess a FAA student pilot license. I enjoy playing with my 2 rescue dogs (The Boys) and spending quality time with my wife when possible. If you see us walking around, stop and chat or wave if that’s your thing!

Bob Packer

Hi there, my name is Bob Packer and I want to represent you on the TLCA board of directors. With my wife Lee Ann, we lived in 6 homes during our first 35 years married. In 2017, when looking to retire we wanted a place that would be ours and our adult childrens’ for many years to come. TLCA provided the perfect home and community and we have been residents since. I am a graduate of Babson College with a BS in accounting and an MBA in International Business. My career spanned working for multinational companies Tyco and Elan before transitioning to smaller companies in the capacity of CFO, gaining a reputation for turning around unprofitable businesses. I served on multiple company boards during that time. Additionally, I served on the board of a private high school struggling to survive, complementing other board members to provide 1 and 5 year plans that allowed the school to continue. I am active in my church and have served as Sunday school teacher, Scoutmaster, Adult youth leader, financial clerk and have participated in and led many volunteer community service projects. I see TLCA as a premier community to live within and want to preserve the beauty and property values of our homes. In whatever capacity of board of director service, I would bring my experiences to each committee and the community and be part of a team that enhances any activity or amenity that is in need. I see strong communication and transparency with the community residents as key to being a successful board member. Fully retired, I am available to every resident to discuss any concerns or issues you may have. When not at home you can probably find me playing golf or at the pickleball courts. Thank you for your consideration.

Jeff Skulsky

My name is Jeffrey Skulsky. My wife Cindy and I purchased our home in 2012, and have lived here, full time, since 2019. One of our three children and her family lives in the community as well. Serving (the community) is in my DNA - as a corporate executive, my role was to enable those in the company, helping them deliver on its mission. Giving back to TLCA is a natural progression of my desire to serve. I am offering my skills, experiences and ideas to improve the quality of life of our members, and to continue to enhance property values, ensuring TLCA is one of the premier communities in our region. The years spent in the community, getting to know many of the residents, employees, committee and Board members, has given me insights on how my experiences could be of service to the community and the mission of the Board. While open to working in most any capacity, I would be most useful in helping solve problems, simplifying rules, managing vendors and ensuring as an organization, we are running optimally. I am a retired, accomplished Senior Executive with over 20 years of Board level experiences and 30 years of combined success as an executive, working with National, Multinational and Not For Profit organizations. • I held officer roles at multiple publicly traded companies as the top Information Technology Executive. • I served on numerous Boards, continuously from 2001- 2021. • Multiple Board positions- National Not For Profit Organization, (5,000 members). 2004- 2021. o National Chair and Chair Emeritus for a National Foundation o National and Regional level - roles include: Chairman, President, VP of Membership, VP of Finance, and VP Programs • For a 100 member community-based Motorcycle Association. 2001-2015, Treasurer. o Mission to help the community through giveback, support and fundraising.

Rosemary Kucharski

Tanglwood has been my home for 19 years. My 3 children and 2 grandchildren enjoy visiting because of the year-round activities and wooded atmosphere. I enjoy walking through TLCA, meeting and talking with my neighbors. My teaching career of 35 years was dedicated to teaching math to 7th and 8th graders in a private school in the Washington, D.C. area. I was Department Chair for the Junior High and Math Co-Ordinator for the school. I served as a member of the Accreditation Team of schools in the Archdiocese of Washington, D.C., and was awarded Teacher of the Year by the Archdiocese in 2003. I am a member of the Budget & Finance, Legal & By-Laws, Team and Welcoming Committees. I enjoy working on projects with the Tanglwoolies which benefits the Ronald McDonald House in Scranton. Outside of TLCA, I belong to the Tafton Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary and the Red Maples Ladies Golf League. As a past member of the Board and past president, I have been involved in policy changes and projects that benefited our community. I worked on the following projects: walking track and fitness center; the wall at the beach which keeps some of our sand in place; renovation of the bath house; the memorial to all military members in front of the Community Center; and the pipe that goes under Tanglwood Road by the playground. I requested and received a variance for the new chairs for the Community Center. As our community continues to grow with new families moving in, it is important for us to evaluate the needs of the future while balancing the lessons learned from the past. If elected, I will work, as always, with the Board, Committees and TLCA residents to keep Tanglwood Lakes a Premiere Community in the Poconos.

My wife Carole Ann and I have owned a home in Tanglwood since 2000 and moved permanently in 2015. My interests are fishing and pool. We share interests in boating, community functions and socializing with many community members. I have a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Maine and post graduate work in Management at the Defense System Management College. I managed ammunition and weapon systems at Picatinny Arsenal, Dover NJ. As a member of the Senior Executive Service, I was responsible for the many current Army weapons and ammunition in use by the Army today. I served on the Mt. Olive School Board in Budd Lake NJ for 13 years with 8 years as the president. While serving on the board, we were successful in withdrawing from a regional system and became a K thru 12 district. I was the overseer of the planning and construction of our new church in Budd Lake NJ. I am a lector at St. Veronica. My current involvement in the community is serving on the Public Works, Code Enforcement and Marina Committees. I am retired and can devote the time necessary to improve and oversee our community. My focus on serving on the Tanglwood Board will be to maintain and improve the community as a primary location to live and prosper. I believe we can make living here a rewarding experience and accommodate many new ideas being suggested by the community. I would appreciate your support and vote so I can continue to keep our community moving in the right direction.

Josephine Mills

I am honored to run for the Tanglwood Lakes-Board of Directors. As a 2-year resident of Tanglwood Lakes, I love our community, the amenities offered, and the warmth and caring of the residents. Serving on the By Laws and Legal Committee, I know we are one of the best communities on Lake Wallenpaupack, but still have much to do to ensure the quality of life and enjoyment our residents expect at a cost they can afford. As a cost efficiency expert in major corporations, I am skilled at maximizing results while minimizing spending. I served as Budget Director for the City of Waterbury, CT, so I know how to run a town / community effectively and efficiently. With significant positions on non-profit boards, I have the leadership, knowledge, and experience to get things done. I live with my husband, Ron. We have immediate family in the Lake area and we love cooking, tennis, biking, hiking, and boating. You can review my background below or in more detail on Linkedin.com.

Elmer Hertz

My wife and I have been married for 54 years and full-time residents in Tanglwood Lakes for the last thirteen years. We have two sons and six grandchildren and they enjoy visiting us here in Tanglwood Lakes. Before retirement I was a highly respected Police Officer for 28 years. I was responsible for the timely procurement of the 200 vehicle fleet, liaison to Hackensack University Hospital and for six years served as President of the Policemen’s Benevolent Association, Local 9. I served in the Marines as did my son David, and my son Elmer Jr. served in the Air Force as a Crew Chief of a C-130. My wife Clemie and I both volunteer here in the community. She is a member of the Tanglwoolies, and I am a member of the Public Works Committee and the Public Safety Committee. I have also served as a Director on the Board of Directors for six years. During my term on the Board, I have been involved in assessing drainage issues throughout the community and being responsible for the inspections of LSV’s to ensure compliance of TLCA requirements. I thank all of you who voted for me in past elections and hope I can depend on your support for the upcoming election. I look forward to continue to work for the community, my home, in the future.

Carol Mainardi

If you are unable to find the time to read this because your life is busy and you have no time, rest assured, it is my turn to serve the community that I adore. I have been a weekend resident of Tanglwood since 2007 and I am finally here permanently this spring. I am an Art Therapist and sole proprietor of my own business since 1989 and have been teaching and working in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania for 33 years. I have experience in property management and liability compliance. I sincerely appreciate the volunteer effort it takes to be stewards of our beautiful natural resources here in Greentown and I am grateful to all the committees and staff that have continued to keep Tanglwood running on a fiscally sound budget. I currently serve on the Environmental Committee and feel that celebrating nature is my passion. We are consistently trying to strike a balance saving the indigenous species and attempting to fight off various invasive species that affect our plants, water, and trees. My experience is that I have lived on a lake for all my life, and I understand the complexities of EPA, DEP and water preservation, septic, and dam construction requirements. Having to comply with EXPERIENCE: • President, Mills Consulting LLP, Trade Association/ Non Profit

Management, Governance and Compliance Programs/

Cost Efficiency • 40+ years at: Avon Products, Inc., Duracell Inc., and

Timex Corporation (specialty finance, accounting, compliance, legal, management) • Budget Director, City of Waterbury - Connecticut • Vice Chairman - Board of Directors, (National) Council of

Better Business Bureaus Board member/ Asst Treasurer, World

Federation of Direct Selling Associations • U.S. Presidents’ Industry Trade Advisory Committee for

Presidents Bush and Obama • Board of Directors, Treasurer, Heritage Hills of Westchester,

Somers, NY • 1st Responder/ Commander, United States Coast Guard

Auxiliary EDUCATION MBA - Finance Concentration - University of New Haven B.S. Accounting - Post University

state and Federal government guidelines can be expensive and are long-range projects and can cripple homeowners. We all know that these years have been excruciatingly difficult on families and the changing economic climate. Insurance, liability, and maintenance fees have skyrocketed. It is a challenge to strike a balance between sustaining a natural setting and building a vibrant community with amenities that satisfy everyone. Our relationship with the Golf course is an important one, I look forward to nurturing and planning our partnership into the future. However, amenities are only as good if the community can support them financially and physically. Over the years, the fluctuation of support has forced Tanglwood to make tough decisions, and there are many ahead of us. I am confident that if we stay on top of things and work with each other, we can maintain our property values, and find the most reasonable solutions to yield amazing results. I would be honored to serve on the board, to be instrumental in constructing an environmentally considerate plan for Tanglwood Lakes. Our natural forest surroundings demand it for future generations.