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Media Business Authority

The MBA works to foster open lines of communication between Borough business owners and residents by providing promotional support.

The State Street clock in Media, PA

Our mission

Our Mission

The mission of the Media Business Authority is to encourage economic growth, improve positive visual impact, sustain and nurture business development, and help increase Media Borough business patronage through activities and programs that enhance the community’s quality of life while maintaining an open line of communication with business owners, citizens, and local government.

Who we are

Board of Directors & Staff

Vincent D’Amico

Vincent D’Amico

Chair – Off The Rail / Stephen’s On State

Heather LaPorte Arata

Heather LaPorte Arata

Vice-Chair – Earth & State

Don Connolly

Don Connolly

Treasurer – Resident Member

David Sibley

David Sibley

Secretary – ON VIDEO

Tim D’Ignazio

Tim D’Ignazio

Iron Workers Bank

Michael Straw

Michael Straw

Resident Member

Bill Tyson

Bill Tyson

Penn State Brandywine

Josh Young

Josh Young

Chosen Tweed

Elizabeth Romaine

Elizabeth Romaine

Liaison to Media Borough Council

Dave Fairman

Dave Fairman

Executive Director

Vanessa McGuinn

Vanessa McGuinn

Operations Administrator

What guides us

MBA’s Belief Statement

The Media Business Authority is guided by a set of core beliefs that shape everything we do. At our heart, we are committed to the growth and vitality of Media’s entire business community, because when local businesses thrive, the whole community benefits.

Support the economic growth of the entire Media Borough Business Community.

Improve and encourage the improvement of the visual impact of the Borough of Media’s business districts.

Promote both the business districts and the Media community with events that enhance the quality of life of the entire community.

The maintenance of a communication link between the civic and business communities of Media Borough is essential.

A healthy business community projects a positive image to the general public and encourages people to live, shop, dine and do business in Media Borough.

How we work

Our Principles

We will pursue economic growth by qualifying for grants, encouraging tax revenue collection, expanding programs, and exploring financing through cooperative institutions, parking strategies, and business sponsorships. To strengthen visual impact, we will support facade and streetscape rehabilitation, encourage quality displays, promote cleanliness, and assist in enforcing ordinances related to littering and signage. We will enhance community life by evaluating and establishing guidelines for business district events, pursuing new cultural and recreational activities, and soliciting promotional partnerships to fund additional promotions. Finally, we will keep business members informed of relevant services and opportunities while maintaining open communication with Borough Council.

Public record

Board Minutes