Cynthia Beeman, MA
Cynthia Beeman is an accomplished nonprofit executive with more than two decades of leadership experience in human services, community development, and organizational growth. As Executive Director of Susquehanna County Interfaith, she leads with a mission-driven focus on providing help and hope to individuals and families across the county. Grounded in exceptional communication, active listening, and emotional intelligence, Cynthia is known for building trust, fostering collaboration, and ensuring that every voice in the community is heard and valued.
During her tenure, Cynthia has guided the organization through periods of significant transformation and growth. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, she demonstrated resilience and vision by revitalizing operations, relocating the nonprofit into its own building, expanding services, and opening two additional locations. Under her leadership, Susquehanna County Interfaith has quadrupled its revenue and donations, diversified funding streams, and strengthened long-term financial sustainability. She works closely with the Board of Directors on strategic planning, governance, and innovation, while also serving as a trusted spokesperson and advocate for the agency.
Cynthia’s career reflects a consistent commitment to service and leadership, shaped by earlier roles as Director of Big Brothers Big Sisters and as an educator. She holds a Master of Arts in Human Services with an emphasis in Executive Leadership from Liberty University and a Bachelor of Arts in Bible and Education from Baptist Bible College. Her work has been recognized through honors such as being named one of Northeastern Pennsylvania’s Top 25 Women in Business, as well as organizational awards including the Social Solutions Impact Awards finalist and Gold Standard Award. Above all, Cynthia remains guided by integrity, empathy, and a steadfast belief in the power of community to change lives.
• K–6 Elementary Education, 7–12 Social Studies
• Liberty University – Master of Arts (MA), Human Services with an emphasis in Executive Leadership
• Baptist Bible College – Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bible & Education
• Northeastern Pennsylvania Top 25 Women in Business
• Agency recognized as a Finalist, Social Solutions Impact Awards
• Gold Standard Award Recipient (Organizational Honor)
• Executive leadership in nonprofit human services
• Community outreach and philanthropic partnerships through Susquehanna County Interfaith
• Former Director, Big Brothers Big Sisters (regional service)
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to a deep passion for helping people, strong communication and active listening skills, and leading with empathy, optimism, and integrity. Working alongside a committed board and team, especially during challenging times like the pandemic, allowed us to innovate, grow, and better serve our community.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Integrity, discretion, empathy, optimism, and a service-oriented mindset are central to both my professional and personal life. I believe in keeping people at the heart of every decision while building trust and sustainable impact within the community.