< PreviousBusiness Profile Business Profile 10 • Allegheny West Magazine • July/August 2023 CONTENT SUBMITTED When Tiffany R. Battaglini decided to open her own insurance agency, she knew she had to do so in downtown Coraopolis, the town where she was born and raised. Prior to that, she’d spent a little over two decades working in the insurance industry under two different agencies, including as a manager at one in Pittsburgh. She also earned a degree from the Sawyer School for Health Information Technology and another from the University of Phoenix for finance. Battaglini took over a dilapidated storefront on Fifth Avenue that she remodeled into her office. In 2019, the Tiffany R. Battaglini Insurance Agency officially opened under Erie Insurance. Today, the local, independent insurance agency specializes in auto, home, life and commercial insurance. Battaglini runs the agency with two employees: Morgan Campbell, her customer service representative, and her son, Antonio Battaglini. In both 2019 and 2020, Tiffany received the Bronze Level Life Achievement Award for her work in the industry. In 2022, she was recognized as a Five Star Home/Auto Insurance Professional. That same year, her biography was listed in the Who’sWho in America publication. Though the agency covers many different types of insurance, the agency’s focus is on life insurance. It’s a sector of the industry that Tiffany has worked most closely in throughout her career. She says the reason she gravitated to life insurance has much to do with an early personal experience that instilled in her the importance of it. “After losing my father at a young age, I made it my mission to make sure that more people understood the need for life insurance,” she says. “By making sure that more lives are protected by life insurance, my hopes are that less lives will be negatively impacted by improper planning.” As Battaglini’s insurance business has grown, the Cornell High School alumnus has continued to give back to good causes in her hometown. She’s an annual Grand Slam Sponsor of the Coraopolis Youth Baseball Association and the Coraopolis Summer Jam. She also assisted Cornell student Cody Maxwell when he refurbished the dugouts at Cornell’s baseball field and sponsored a lunch for Cornell teachers during teacher appreciation week, in conjunction with the Cornell PTC. Her support of the Coraopolis NAACP earned her a community service award from the organization and she serves as executive board president of Coraopolis Youth Creations, which provides recreational opportunities to children. She also supports various Cornell School District clubs and sports, including the drama club, volleyball team and baseball team. She’s a proud sponsor of the Moon Area Hockey Association as well and her office is a drop-off location for the Coraopolis Food Pantry, which is another cause she supports. After attending ministry school over the past two years, Tiffany is now an ordained minister and serves as administrative pastor at Grandview Church of God in Beechview. Tiffany R. Battaglini Insurance Agency The importance of life insurance Most people probably aren’t as passionate about the subject of life insurance as Tiffany Battaglini is, but she’s made it her life’s work to educate people about its importance. “Life insurance can be critical to a family’s financial well-being, and when shopping for insurance there are a number of key points everyone should consider,” says Battaglini. Here are some she says everyone should consider: Coverage Amount: What’s the appropriate coverage amount based on your needs and goals? Consider your financial responsibilities, such as outstanding debts, mortgage, education costs for dependents and income replacement for your family. Evaluating your family’s long-term financial obligations can help you determine the appropriate coverage level. Policy Type: Life insurance comes in different forms, such as term life insurance and permanent life insurance (e.g., whole life or universal life). Term life insurance provides coverage for a specific period, while permanent life insurance offers coverage throughout your lifetime. Understand the differences between these options and select the one that aligns with your financial objectives and finances. Premiums: Premiums can vary based on factors such as age, health, lifestyle and coverage amount. Choose a premium that is affordable for the duration of the policy. It’s also important to understand whether the premium is fixed or subject to change over time. Insurer’s Reputation: Consider the reputation and financial stability of an insurance company. Look for established companies like Erie Insurance with a strong track record in the industry. A reputable insurer ensures that your policy will be honored and that your beneficiaries will receive the intended benefits when the time comes. Tiffany R Battaglini Insurance Agency LLC offers a complete line of individual life insurance products crafted to meet a family’s specific needs, including whole life insurance, term life insurance, universal life insurance and fixed annuities. The agency works to provide clients with the coverage they want and helps them make sound, informed decisions. “Our philosophy is to fully understand objectives and then translate them into solutions that provide assurance and peace of mind,” says Battaglini. Tiffany R. Battaglini Tiffany R. Battaglini Insurance Agency is located at 1108 5th Avenue in Coraopolis. Visit www.tiffanybattagliniinsurance.com or call them at (412) 375- 7183. Tiffany Battaglini’s work in the community includes sponsoring the Coraopolis Youth Baseball League (top) and serving as executive board president of Coraopolis Youth Creations (above). lLegislative Update Legislative Update 12 • Allegheny West Magazine • July/August 2023 State Rep. Anita Kulik When I first took office, I represented 13 municipalities. Some I knew well and others I got to know well. When I took office in January of this year, I was given the privilege of representing a re-drawn district of 10 municipalities. The district had changed, with the loss of four communities, but the addition of two other municipalities. Legislative districts are drawn by population, in ways that each legislator has a somewhat equal amount of residents to represent. I was very happy to welcome Bridgeville Borough and Collier Township into the 45th District in the re-draw. Growing up in Carnegie, these two towns were always part of my world, being places where I had relatives, went shopping and dined out. One of the first places I remember going to eat was the Eat’n Park on Washington Pike. Back then, they still had servers come and serve you at your car and the signature burger was called a “Big Boy.” Getting reacquainted with these towns has been a wonderful experience, as has been working with all the municipalities in our District. The histories found in all of these municipalities are remarkable, some going back to the 1700s. The Collier and Bridgeville areas played big roles in the formation of our nation. It was in these regions that the Whiskey Rebellion gained momentum. It was also in this area that Flag Day was contemplated. The efforts of a Collier Township resident brought our national Flag Day to fruition. Historians tell us that several people may have played a role in getting Flag Day established, but the Collier area can lay claim to Mr. William T. Kerr, who founded the American Flag Day Association of Western Pennsylvania in 1888. If you get off the I-79 exit at Collier, you will see a marker commemorating the founding of Flag Day. When the American Revolution broke out, the colonists were not united under one single flag. In June of 1775, the Second Continental Congress met to create the Continental Army. On June 14, 1777, Congress passed a resolution stating that “the flag of the United States be 13 stripes, alternate red and white” and “the union be 13 stars, white in a blue field, representing a new constellation.” History again tells us that Mr. Kerr was instrumental in getting President Woodrow Wilson to proclaim June 14 as the official date for Flag Day. The U.S. Congress made the date official in 1949. Pennsylvania now celebrates the day as a state holiday. With the growth of our nation, our flag has seen many revisions, now with a total of 50 stars. Our flag has stood through battles and hung in peace. Our flag has been raised in glory and burned in protest. But it always remains THE symbol of our great nation and the ideals that make the United States a true democracy. There are rich histories in all the towns of our legislative district and we are blessed to have several historical societies, each filled with volunteers working to preserve the history of our towns and people. The history of our towns reflects those of the Native Americans who lived here and the many ethnic groups that settled here. In our towns, you can find Indian Mounds, Revolutionary War graves, an incredible Civil War Veterans Post, historic buildings and so much more. In 2026, we will celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States. I am proud to have been appointed to the America250PA Infrastructure Improvements and Projects Committee for Region 2. The Pennsylvania Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial was established by the Legislature and the governor in 2018 to plan the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of our nation and the role of Pennsylvania in the celebration. The Infrastructure Improvements and Project Committee will look for projects in different areas of our commonwealth that reflect Pennsylvania’s role in the history of our nation and provide grants for these projects. I look forward to working with interested groups in our western Pennsylvania region on the many projects that will be part of the Commission’s celebration. State Rep. Anita Kulik represents Pennsylvania’s 45th District. Her office is located at 1350 Fifth Avenue in Coraopolis. She can be reached at (412) 264-4260. Visit her online at www.pahouse. com/Kulik. The rich history of the recently redrawn 45th DistrictJuly/August 2023 • www.awmagazine.com • 13 y > Learning Curves Learning Curves Michele P. Conti is an estate planning and elder law attorney. She is also the owner of Conti Law, a concierge law firm. Conti attended Allegheny College in Meadville, Oxford University and Duquesne University School of Law. She received her LL.M. in taxation from Villanova University. She can be reached at (724) 784-0239 or at michele@contilawpgh.com. Time and time again, the same scenario rears its ugly head: estate planning was put off until it was too late and, upon the first spouse’s passing, the surviving spouse learns that all isn’t well in their world. Titling of your assets is imperative. Just because you’re married does not mean that you will inherit your spouse’s assets upon death, especially when it comes to real estate. One of the hardest parts of my job is being the bearer of bad news. At least twice a year I am forced to explain to a grieving spouse that, because her husband died without a will, and with the real estate in his sole name, the property not only must pass through probate but also will be distributed through Pennsylvania’s intestacy law. I am met with stunned silence, then disbelief followed by anger and outrage. “You mean to tell me that my house isn’t MINE?!” Of course, the outcome depends on the circumstances and family dynamic. Pennsylvania Intestacy law tells us who inherits our assets in the event we die without a will. Are we survived by a spouse? Children? Are the children a product of your relationship with your spouse or from a former relationship? All of these things matter, but one thing that doesn’t is whether you had a relationship with your family members before you died. No argument will be effective to disinherit Johnny even though he hasn’t been in your life for 20 years. It sounds so simple, but it’s truly important. Check the way each of your assets are Do you know what will be yours when your spouse passes? titled, such as individually owned, jointly owned and beneficiary designations (primary and contingent). Keep in mind that real estate can be owned in various ways. Don’t assume it’s properly titled or that beneficiary designations carried over by your bank are being merged with another. The designation forms must be reviewed and updated to ensure that the person you wish to receive the funds is accurately identified. Many of the change forms can be found online. Remember, when you are leaving an asset to someone who is collecting governmental benefits (Social Security, Medicaid, VA) or if the beneficiary has a trust or is a minor, the appropriate verbiage must be used when identifying them and their trusts. In an ideal world, we would all sit down with an estate planning professional to confirm all of our wishes are in writing, titling is properly done and the verbiage of our beneficiary designations are accurate. BY MICHELLE CONTI14 • Allegheny West Magazine • July/August 2023 y > Learning CurvesLearning Curves SUBMITTED BY GEORGE G. HESS, D.P.T, C.O.M.T Shoulder pain: the top five common causes Are you living with pain in your shoulders? Shoulder pain is a nuisance, but not an uncommon one. An estimated 4.5 million people in the U.S. visit a doctor or physical therapist for shoulder pain each year. There are several different reasons you may be experiencing shoulder pain. Here’s a run-down on why your shoulders may be hurting - and what you can do about it. 1. Rotator Cuff Tendonitis Because of its important job and the stress placed on it, your rotator cuff is very susceptible to injury. One common type of rotator cuff injury is rotator cuff tendonitis. Tendonitis simply means inflammation and swelling of tendons - the tissue that connects muscle to bone. There are several reasons rotator cuff tendons may become inflamed, including repetitive movements, sports injuries, aging and poor posture. Many people suffer from shoulder tendonitis because of movements required by their jobs. Symptoms include swelling and pain, particularly in the front of the shoulder. Fortunately, physical therapy is a very effective treatment for rotator cuff tendonitis. 2. Rotator Cuff Tear Another type of rotator cuff injury is a rotator cuff tear. This tear is often caused by an injury or aging. Symptoms of a rotator cuff tear include weakness and pain in the shoulder. If the tear was caused by a traumatic injury, this pain can sometimes be severe. In most cases, physical therapy and other conservative approaches can help heal a rotator cuff tear. In some severe cases, surgery may be necessary. 3. Bursitis A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that cushions the areas around many types of joints. Bursitis occurs when a bursa becomes inflamed. According to the Mayo Clinic, bursitis normally occurs because of repetitive movements, or because of pressure put on the bursa for long periods of time. Shoulder bursitis symptoms include achiness in the joint, pain with movement and swelling. Rest, icing, physical therapy and other conservative treatments usually help to alleviate bursitis pain. 4. Arthritis Arthritis is joint pain caused by joint inflammation. There are several types of arthritis, the most common of which are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. In the U.S., arthritis is the leading cause of disability, with an estimated 50 million adults suffering from the condition. Arthritis is more common in older adults, females and those with a family history of the condition. Symptoms of arthritis in the shoulder include pain that gets worse with activity and limited range of motion. Arthritis responds well to physical therapy and exercise. 5. Labral Tear A tissue called a labrum helps to cushion your shoulder socket. This tissue can become torn, causing shoulder pain. Reasons for a labral tear include traumatic and overuse injury. Symptoms may include a popping sensation followed by aching and pain. Your shoulder may feel like it is catching on something when you try to move it. What can you do about shoulder pain? If you’re experiencing shoulder pain that doesn’t go away on its own, you should schedule an appointment with a physical therapist or doctor. All of these common causes of shoulder pain can greatly benefit from an individualized physical therapy plan. Additionally, over- the-counter, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen can help to decrease inflammation. Conservative approaches to treating shoulder pain are often the most effective. In some severe cases, surgery or injections may become necessary, but these measures should only be taken as a last resort. A well-trained physical therapist like the shoulder pain experts at Hess Physical Therapy can distinguish between these types of shoulder pain and create a treatment plan for you. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call any of our Hess Physical Therapy locations listed below or refer to our website for further contact information: hesspt.com. Kennedy: (412)-771-1055 • Crafton: (412)-458-3445 • Allison Park: (412)-487-2787 Bethel Park: (412) -835-2626 • Burgettstown: (724) 947-9999 First, a word about shoulder anatomy.... To understand why your shoulders hurt, it helps to know a little bit about your shoulders’ anatomy. Shoulder joints give you a wide range of motion, but this can also make them susceptible to injury. Your shoulder is a ball-and-socket joint, with the ball part located on the humerus bone and the socket part on the scapula bone. Each shoulder also has a collarbone called a clavicle. Surrounding and supporting your shoulder bones are several muscles and tendons called the rotator cuff.July/August 2023 • www.awmagazine.com • 15Your SchoolsYour Schools N 16 • Allegheny West Magazine • July/August 2023 Archangel Gabriel School CONTENT SUBMITTED Track and Field Developmental Championships On May 13, the developmental track and field team competed at Robert Morris University against more than 600 athletes from 24 schools for the Pittsburgh Diocesan Championship. After powering through the rain and inclement weather, they came home with many trophies and medals. In the K-2 meet, Anna Debbis placed sixth in the javelin for the girls while Nathan Wertelet placed seventh in the 200M, second in the 400M and third in the javelin for the boys. In the third through fourth grade meet, the boys’ team finished second while the girls’ team was awarded third place among the large-schools division. Many students placed in the meet, including Lily Urick, Ellie Stuckeman, Mila Kolocouris and Michaela Lucas, who placed first in the girls 4x400M relay race and set a new diocesan record. Violet McGovern also placed first in the girls javelin. The girls 4x100M relay team, which included Sadie Tamburino, Natalie Yurchak, Arden Wyke-Shiring and Violet McGovern, placed fifth. Ellie Stuckeman placed eighth in the 800M while Rose Staudenmeier and Natalie Yurchak placed sixth and eighth in the javelin, respectively. For the third through fourth grade boys, Lucas Kacsur won the javelin toss with a new diocesan record of 80’4”. Luke Staudenmeier placed third in the 100M, second in the 200M, second in the 400M and fourth in the 800M race. AGS performs “Aladdin Jr.” for spring musical AGS put on three performances of “Aladdin Jr.” for the school’s spring musical in May. On the final evening that Saturday, students put on a near-flawless show that brought the sold-out crowd to their feet. “Aladdin Jr.” is based on the Disney movie “Aladdin” and tells the story of a poor boy who discovers a lamp containing a magical genie. Excellent acting, singing, dancing, costumes, lights, sound and crew all contributed to the show’s success. Mrs. Beck served as director, Miss Cristy as choreographer, Mrs. Watson as producer and Mr. Tresky as music director. Parents also volunteered in countless ways, with set design, costumes, treats, ticket sales, make-up, an after party and everything in between. Over 70 students took part as the cast and crew. Eighth-graders Milan, Jordan, Isaac, Anntonella, Piper, Maddy, Malley, Maria, Olivia and Jude performed in the lead roles. ABOVE: The girls’ team shows off some of their medals and trophies from the Diocesan Championship. BELOW: The boys’ team took second place. With help from parent volunteers, AGS students put on a successful production of “Aladdin Jr.” for their spring musical.N Your Schools Your Schools July/August 2023 • www.awmagazine.com • 17 More Archangel Gabriel School News Volleyball: After an amazing year of success and growth, the boys varsity volleyball team, through the leadership of coach Jeff Curry, were awarded Diocesan runner-ups. The team made AGS history with their extremely successful season. All of the eighth-grade boys who played this year are interested in playing in high school next year. Challenge 24 champions: Four AGS students took first place in the Challenge 24 Math competition at St. Louise. Mia, Declan, Levi and Nico finished atop the competition. In addition, the third, fourth, fifth, and sixth-grade teams finished in first after reaching the finals. Butterfly release: Mrs. Crawford and Mrs. Boylan’s preschool class released butterflies after talking about the life cycle of a butterfly. Both classes were able to experience the release and had a great time learning about butterflies. These four students finished atop the Challenge 24 Math competition. The volleyball team celebrates finishing as the Diocesan runner-ups. Kindergarten welcome: AGS hosted a Warm Up To Kindergarten event that allowed the incoming students to meet their new teachers, see their classrooms, sing songs and make a craft. The event also gave parents an opportunity to meet each other. Teacher appreciation: The PTG recognized teachers by hosting a “Tiki-Rific” themed week in their honor. Throughout the week, teachers were treated to lunches, breakfasts, massages, treats and gifts to show them just how appreciated they are. Final formal dance: Before letting out for summer, AGS held its final middle school dance of the year, marking a major milestone for graduating eighth-graders. Many have attended AGS since preschool. The final dance allowed them to get dressed up and make some memories. Mother’s Day Tea: First-graders hosted their mothers for a special Mother’s Day Tea event in May. Everyone enjoyed reading descriptions of their mothers, playing games together and sharing sweet treats. There were even a few grandmothers and aunts who joined. Eighth-graders got to enjoy their final formal dance at AGS this past spring. Your SchoolsYour Schools N 18 • Allegheny West Magazine • July/August 2023 STORY BY DOUG HUGHEY PHOTOS SUBMITTED Pittsburgh Technical College Congressman Chris Deluzio hears a lot about the need for workers in the trades in his district. In fact, he hears it from just about every sector. “We hear about it in healthcare, we hear about it from manufacturing trades, service workers,” he says. “We hear it from many of the highly skilled trades.” It’s a need that isn’t unique to Deluzio’s district, which encompasses the Montour community. Across the country, there’s been a great reshuffling in the workforce in recent years, as 50 million people left their jobs in search of opportunities elsewhere and millions of people retired altogether. That trend exacerbated a skills gap in many trades where older workers had been approaching retirement age and not enough younger workers were stepping up to fill those roles. Deluzio says federal policies that incentivized the outsourcing of manufacturing overseas haven’t helped the situation. The good news for the Pittsburgh region is that there are resources for training workers to fill those in-demand jobs. “I think our region is lucky in that we have strong apprenticeship programs with unions in the trades and training at trades schools,” says Deluzio. “It’s not a small thing.” Among the trade schools in Deluzio’s district is Pittsburgh Technical College. Located just outside of Oakdale in North Fayette Township, the college offers training in a wide variety of in-demand fields. Its courses range from nursing, to HVAC, IT, criminology, electronics, welding, hospitality, culinary arts, business and more. In all, the school offers courses across 25 programs of study, and awards both associate and Bachelor of Science degrees. At one time a for-profit drafting school, PTC has evolved over the past 75 years to meet the changing needs of the economy. According to PTC President and CEO Dr. Alicia B. Harvey-Smith, the school boasts a 96% in- field placement rate, with 75% of graduates remaining in the area. The school also estimates that two-thirds of its graduates from 2015 to 2020 have contributed over $89 million to the regional economy. Dr. Harvey-Smith says one of the school’s biggest hurdles to training students has been the cost of tuition, as 90% of those who apply to the school need some form of financial assistance. Because PTC is a private nonprofit institution, and doesn’t receive public funding, the assistance it can offer is limited. To that end, the school formed a new foundation earlier this year to fund financial aid for students. It has also secured several prestigious grants in recent years, including four National Science Foundation grants worth $5.9 million. Earlier this year, Deluzio helped the school secure another $3.7 million that will aid PTC as it looks to expand access and develop the workforce. The funds were awarded to the school through the Employee Retention Tax Credit program included in the CARES Act. The legislation, which was first signed into law by former President Donald Trump, allows ERTC funds to be awarded to employers that retained workers during COVID-19. Dr. Harvey-Smith says the funds will help PTC back scholarships and support services for students, as well as to retain workers and fund initiatives aimed at training students for in-demand jobs in Allegheny County. “At Pittsburgh Technical College, one of our top strategic priorities is to expand access to higher education for all students in our region through scholarships and grants,” says Dr. Harvey-Smith. “These funds strengthen our ability to serve our mission of providing comprehensive access to advanced technical education.” PTC first applied for the funds in the summer of 2021 but had yet to receive them before Deluzio intervened on the school’s behalf. The congressman says the funds paid to the school represent the initial amount originally requested plus interest. After announcing the release of the funds, Deluzio toured PTC, where he met with students and faculty. He says he sees trade schools like PTC continuing to play a significant role in developing the area’s workforce. “These are not easy jobs,” he says. “They require training in the classroom and on the job. We see that across the region. It’s really important to our region and makes it attractive to investment.” He points out that the White House also recently identified Pittsburgh as one of five cities in the U.S. where federal legislation has made trades training a priority. The Biden administration has designated those five cities as Workforce Hubs, which it defines as cities where workers will be needed to fill jobs incentivized by the Inflation Reduction Act, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the CHIPS and Science Act. The pieces of legislation have been aimed at infrastructure improvement, construction of renewable energy resources, semiconductor manufacturing and other projects. For more about Pittsburgh Technical College, visit ptcollege.edu. Congressman Deluzio helps PTC secure $3.7 million to bolster trades training ABOVE: Congressman Chris Deluzio tours Pittsburgh Technical College on April 10 with school President and CEO Dr. Alicia B. Harvey-Smith. BELOW: While there, Deluzio visited classrooms and met with instructors. July/August 2023 • www.awmagazine.com • 19 y > Learning Curves Learning Curves Summer is here, and along with it baseball season and summer break from school. It’s the time of year for change, for students, families and businesses alike. Do you know a recent grad? Are you looking for a career change? Are you a helper to someone who is changing jobs? At Express, change is a constant as we help job seekers find their passion during all seasons of their work-life journey. When I think about the extremely high number of job openings in our region, I ponder how we, as individuals, can help others incorporate what they like or love into their career choices. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines passion as “a strong feeling of enthusiasm or excitement for something or about doing something.” Passions are often things you would love to do constantly, like traveling, perhaps. Sometimes our passion is something we would love to do for work. What a gift that can be, and what a gift we can give others by helping them discover their passion in a first or new job. I am passionate about work, gardening and travel. I recently had the opportunity to travel to Greece with the Pittsburgh Airport Area Chamber of Commerce travel program. Greece was wonderful. The experiences shared with my travel friends and making new friends reinforced my desire to travel more. Our expert travel guide, Nikki, exemplified working and living her passion as she shared her knowledge about Athens, Mycenae, Corinth, Olympia and more. She led us on six tours and engagingly helped us learn and understand many facts about the country and its rich history. Nikki was always “on” and could easily deliver a prepared topic and field a question at a moment’s notice. From childhood, Nikki wanted to be a travel agent. Now, she leads tours internationally. She is an active learner who loves what she does and who she does it with! On the way home, knowing the Munich airport was about to go on strike, we were a little concerned about the impact on service. Yet, their agents guided us through passport control and the security queue with professionalism, kindness and patience. On the contrary, Newark Airport personnel shouted at us as we entered a queue, “People, read the signs!” There was no personalization or care in how they interacted with us. Traveling can be tiresome and make directions a little harder to follow. The kind of assistance we receive impacts the experience. Can you find a way to share your stories and feelings about how others impacted you with their passion? I challenge you to think about how you can help a student or someone looking for a new career to uncover their passion. Ask questions that result in answers that bring out the light in their eyes and get them talking excitedly about their interests or desire to learn more about a new skill. Maybe they can find their passion in one of the many opportunities that exist today: • Skilled trades like welding, maintenance, CNC machining and carpentry. • Office services like administrative assistant, dispatcher, data entry and customer service. • Professional positions such as project coordinator, automation engineer, health and safety administrator, and more. The opportunities are endless and if not a new job, additional education or the military can help individuals find their way. Help others be like Nikki. Congratulations to the graduates and those who are experiencing change. Make a change for the right reasons and the right feelings. “To thine own self be true.” Helping others find passion in their work BY DEB GRAY, EXPRESS EMPLOYMENT PROFESSIONALS PITTSBURGH WEST Deb Gray is the owner of Express Pittsburgh West, which has offices in Robinson Township and Monaca. Whether you’re a job seeker or employer, Express can help. Call them at (412) 494-2000 or visit ExpressPros.com/WPittsburghPA. Next >