Our Staff
Jeffery McCauley—President, 9/11 National Memorial Trail
As the September 11th National Memorial Trail Alliance president, Jeff is responsible for executing the strategic plan for the development of the 9/11 National Memorial Trail to its fullest capacity, which includes completing remaining sections of the 1,300-mile memorial. He works with public and private stakeholders and partnering organizations to make sure the 9/11 National Memorial Trail moves forward smoothly.
Jeff resides in Pittsburgh, PA, and is a graduate of Duquesne University with a Master in Environmental Science and Management. He has been engaged in the Pittsburgh nonprofit business sector for more than eight years, including Friends of the Riverfront and Hollow Oak Land Trust. He has managed trail development and stewardship projects throughout the Pittsburgh region and brings his honed skill set to the September 11th National Memorial Trail Alliance to help develop the trail and its historical remembrance. Jeff’s passions include volunteer work, biking, hiking, and hosting backyard barbecues. Connect with Jeff
As the September 11th National Memorial Trail Alliance president, Jeff is responsible for executing the strategic plan for the development of the 9/11 National Memorial Trail to its fullest capacity, which includes completing remaining sections of the 1,300-mile memorial. He works with public and private stakeholders and partnering organizations to make sure the 9/11 National Memorial Trail moves forward smoothly.
Jeff resides in Pittsburgh, PA, and is a graduate of Duquesne University with a Master in Environmental Science and Management. He has been engaged in the Pittsburgh nonprofit business sector for more than eight years, including Friends of the Riverfront and Hollow Oak Land Trust. He has managed trail development and stewardship projects throughout the Pittsburgh region and brings his honed skill set to the September 11th National Memorial Trail Alliance to help develop the trail and its historical remembrance. Jeff’s passions include volunteer work, biking, hiking, and hosting backyard barbecues. Connect with Jeff
Amy Valenty—Bookkeeper, 9/11 National Memorial Trail
Amy joined the September 11th National Memorial Trail Alliance in 2017. She has focused her accounting career on nonprofit organizations. Although each organization’s mission is slightly different, they all have worked toward bettering the local community. Amy enjoys supporting the mission and focus of the dedicated volunteers, board, and staff as they work diligently to establish a system of trails connecting these important memorial sites. In addition, she is very involved with local scout groups and uses those opportunities to pass along a love for the outdoors and a clean environment. Connect with Amy
Amy joined the September 11th National Memorial Trail Alliance in 2017. She has focused her accounting career on nonprofit organizations. Although each organization’s mission is slightly different, they all have worked toward bettering the local community. Amy enjoys supporting the mission and focus of the dedicated volunteers, board, and staff as they work diligently to establish a system of trails connecting these important memorial sites. In addition, she is very involved with local scout groups and uses those opportunities to pass along a love for the outdoors and a clean environment. Connect with Amy
Leanne Janowski—Communications Coordinator, 9/11 National Memorial Trail
Leanne joined the Alliance in May 2020 after graduating from Virginia Tech, where she studied public relations. While taking rigorous communications classes, she was also an active member of the women’s club lacrosse team and the Public Relations Student Society of America.
Recently, Leanne interned for Wolf Trap, the National Park for Performing Arts, which provided her with additional experience with nonprofit organizations and the National Park Service. In her free time, you can find Leanne outdoors either playing with her corgi, biking, or playing tennis. Inspired by nonprofits and mission-oriented organizations, she is beyond excited to work with the September 11th National Memorial Trail Alliance. Connect with Leanne
Leanne joined the Alliance in May 2020 after graduating from Virginia Tech, where she studied public relations. While taking rigorous communications classes, she was also an active member of the women’s club lacrosse team and the Public Relations Student Society of America.
Recently, Leanne interned for Wolf Trap, the National Park for Performing Arts, which provided her with additional experience with nonprofit organizations and the National Park Service. In her free time, you can find Leanne outdoors either playing with her corgi, biking, or playing tennis. Inspired by nonprofits and mission-oriented organizations, she is beyond excited to work with the September 11th National Memorial Trail Alliance. Connect with Leanne