CPENG

Joe Long is a seasoned finance leader with deep expertise in strategic planning, operational finance, and business intelligence. With a background in retail operations and executive leadership, Joe helps businesses improve performance through process optimization, resource management, and actionable financial insights.

He partners closely with cross-functional teams to drive strategic growth, bringing strong skills in FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and inventory management.

Outside of work, Joe is a passionate community volunteer—supporting youth sports, the Boy Scouts, and the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame. He’s also a proud Philly sports fan and enjoys time with his wife and children.

 Kirsten Yurich
 Secretary, CPENG

Kirsten Yurich is a seasoned executive and leadership coach with a passion for building high-performing  cultures. She has held leadership roles in nonprofit and advocacy sectors, and is also a published author, researcher, speaker, and adjunct professor.

Currently, Kirsten facilitates a peer-advisory group for CEOs and business leaders, offering executive coaching that empowers leaders to grow, make smarter decisions, and drive meaningful results.

She’s known for her ability to bring people together and develop leaders into the best version of themselves—professionally and personally.

📧 kyurich@cpengroup.org

Tom Dunleavy
Executive Committee Member, CPENG

Tom is the Director of Vehicle Valuation at 1st Alert Appraisals, where he helps improve claims outcomes for vehicle owners across consumer, business, and leasing sectors. With over 30 years of experience spanning startups to Fortune 500 companies, Tom has led initiatives in business development, legal, marketing, operations, and tech innovation.

Previously, he led AmeriGas’s Cynch home delivery business, steering it to its first profitable year. He also managed a $1.1B consumer lease portfolio as part of the executive team for a Truist Financial subsidiary.

Tom holds an MBA from Saint Joseph’s University and a BBA from Delaware Valley University. Outside of work, he enjoys life in Plymouth Meeting with his wife, kids, and dogs, plays ice hockey at Wissahickon Skating Club, and volunteers with IDOG Rescue.

Jim Laverty
Executive Committee Member, CPENG

Jim is a sales operations consultant who supports private equity leadership in building scalable, high-performing sales organizations aligned with strategic growth goals. His work helps companies drive sustainable expansion through operational excellence.

With decades of international experience at IBM, Jim has led global transformations — from launching a sales team in China to integrating acquisitions across the Asia Pacific. His expertise spans sales optimization, process improvement, and cross-functional leadership.

He holds an MBA from Fordham University, a BA from Moravian University, and certifications including CFA, International Finance, and Salesforce Business Analyst.

Outside the office, Jim enjoys time with his family, helping with the garden, and cheering on the New York Jets as a dedicated lifelong fan.

Paul Licata
Executive Committee Member, CPENG

Paul is the owner of BDi Machinery Sales, Inc., an agricultural equipment company based in Macungie, PA. With 25+ years of experience across industries—from agriculture and construction to security and electronics—he brings deep expertise in sales, marketing, and operations.

Before launching BDi, Paul held senior roles at Dormakaba Americas, CNH Industrial, and Lutron Electronics, and began his career in leadership positions with Mercedes-Benz USA and Event Solutions International.

Paul is known for his customer-first mindset, collaborative leadership style, and ability to drive growth through hands-on strategy and execution.

He holds a degree in Marketing from LaSalle University and lives in Orefield, PA, where he enjoys staying active, exploring the outdoors, and indulging his love for cars and motorsports.

📧 plicata@cpengroup.org

Mike Pijar
Executive Committee Member, CPENG

Mike is the Director of Manufacturing at Ecore International, bringing over 30 years of experience in manufacturing operations, process improvement, organizational change, and product development.

He has held leadership roles at Ross Technology, Dart Container, Ardex Engineered Cements, and Armstrong World Industries. Mike also served as CEO/COO of Tank Services, where he led the company’s strategic growth, and was General Manager at Berner International and Berner Energy Recovery.

Known for driving operational excellence and innovation, Mike’s leadership consistently delivers impactful, sustainable results across industries.