Jessica Mislinski

What’s your current position?

I am the Director Product Program and Retail for Girl Scouts in the Heart of Pennsylvania. I have been in this position for a year and half, but I have been with GSHPA for almost 9 years. As the Director of Product Program and Retail, I oversee the Fall Product and Cookie programs, as well as retail operations for our council’s 30-county footprint. 

What would you say most motivates you to do the work you do? 

I am most motivated by the experiences and opportunities our Girl Scouts have as a result of our product programs. By participating in the Fall Product and Cookie programs, Girl Scouts learn lifelong skills and earn funding that helps support incredible things like international travel. My daughter is a Girl Scout and I’ve seen firsthand how positively the Girl Scout Cookie Program has influenced her life.

Working for GSHPA, I am so lucky to be surrounded by many strong and passionate female mentors. Even in my personal life, I am surrounded by amazing and resilient women, like my mother and daughter, who have helped to shape and influence the person I am today.

Where did you grow up and did you go to a college/trade school after high school?

I grew up in Dunmore, where I still live with my two children. I attended Dunmore High School and then Marywood University.

How did you learn about Leadership Lackawanna?

I learned about Leadership Lackawanna through work. Several of my former and current colleagues participated in Leadership Lackawanna and other leadership programs. I am so grateful for the opportunity to have participated in Leadership Lackawanna. One of my favorite things about the program was meeting new people and making new connections and friends! I worked with a great team to renovate the teen center waiting room at the Children’s Advocacy Center and I’m still so proud of our project.  This year is my first year serving as an advisor for Leadership Lackawanna.

Let’s get personal: tell us your favorite movie, favorite book, favorite TV show, favorite NEPA landmark, or favorite local restaurant!

My favorite NEPA spot is Zummo’s.