Dan Donnelly is the current VP of McCarter Transit, a company known for providing reliable bussing services for the Blackhawk School District, Big Beaver Falls Area & New Brighton Area School Districts. He also serves as Vice President of Marketing for Rolling Acres, Inc. and is Chief Operating Officer for McCarter Properties. With a strong dedication to enhancing educational experiences, Dan has leveraged his expertise to ensure that students have access to safe and efficient transportation.
A Mechanical Engineering graduate of Lafayette College and prior to his role at McCarter Transit, Dan retired at 52 from SKF USA, Inc. as Senior Vice President of Sales, a leading industrial manufacturer of products and services based in Sweden. During his 30-year tenure, which involved global travel to 37 countries, Dan successfully led the sales integration and profitable growth of multiple acquisition companies. He authored technical and application articles that were published in numerous trade and industry publications. Dan was responsible for the invention and patenting of new products, sales processes and industrial programs.
His extensive experience in management and operations has equipped him with the skills needed to navigate complex organizational challenges and foster growth within his current company.
Since joining the Beaver County Educational Trust Board in 2019, Dan has made significant contributions, particularly in fostering engagement between the trust and the local school district. His insight into the educational landscape has helped bridge communication and collaboration between various stakeholders. He currently serves on the audit committee, the governance committee, the fundraising committee and the marketing committee.
Dan’s favorite BCET program is “Growing with Books,” a literacy initiative designed to promote reading among young children. He is passionate about this program, citing the profound impact that books can have on a child’s development and learning journey. As a parent, he has a personal connection to the program, having seen his own children benefit from its resources and experiences.
Through his leadership and commitment to education, Dan Donnelly continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students in Beaver County.