Melissa Dicranian

Melissa Dicranian was born in Maine. She earned a bachelor's degree from the Wentworth Institute of Technology in 1993.

Her career experience includes working as a business owner.[1]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Melissa is dedicated to putting the people of the 167th District first as their State Representative focused on solutions. Melissa's priorities include supporting economic growth, community safety, and education. She plans to achieve this by supporting small businesses and workforce development, advocating for pro-growth tax reform, supporting crime victims and first responders, and expanding school choice while ensuring financial responsibility. She will work to collaborate with her colleagues to get things done for the people of her District.

Melissa grew up in Maine within a family of small business owners who built businesses from the ground up. She saw what it took to start and develop a business and, in turn, is dedicated to supporting small businesses, which are the vital carriers of the economy in Chester County.

She earned a Bachelor of Science while working in Boston, Massachusetts, at Wentworth Institute of Technology. Proceeding to work for architectural firms as a designer, owner's representative, and architectural representative in her chosen field of corporate design.

As a community outreach partner, Melissa collaborates with diverse individuals, from those involved in equine therapy to those pursuing vocational education. Melissa is the Chair of the Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB) and Liaison to – Planning and Zoning in Charlestown Township. Pennsylvania Farm Bureau member.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

PEOPLE FIRST- The voice of the People should become the actions of those elected. Many of our citizens have continued to struggle for years now, with the high cost of living. The State Representative is elected to understand and facilitate for current and long-term needs of communities. Prioritizing and protecting the citizens.Pro Business. Tax Reform- needs acceleration. The businesses that create our economy, the jobs, must have the ability to be competitive. We are in need of increasing the skilled workforce, this knowledge planning needs to align directly across the workforce gap, into our industry and businesses.Education - Students and Parents First, results for tax dollars spent and school choice. Expand and improve the educational options in technical fields.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Fiscal Policy - Federal and State funded programs must be implemented responsibly, with committed follow through to the intended results.

Education - Students first. Tax dollars should directly correlate to student outcomes. Vocational and community education needs to be affordable. Strengthen access and increase the education to immediate industry and job needs, while planning for the new and emerging markets within our businesses.

Energy & Environment - Pennsylvania is an energy producer, our resources should benefit Pennsylvania residents First. Using our natural resources, industry and knowledge we create clean and safe energy.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Moral and Ethical Leadership. Those that value people and resources, leaders that are committed to being better together.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Resourceful, Determined.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Core responsibilities for this office include learning and understanding what comprises the communities. How to support the success and remove any barriers.

What legacy would you like to leave?

That my service as State Representative would result in better communities for the people.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

This is not the first event, but it was the most exciting. February 22, 1980, underdog U.S. Hockey Team at XIII Olympics, Lake Placid NY. USA - defeated the Soviet, four-time gold medal winning team 4-3!!!

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Yes, collaboration is best.

Should the legislature oversee or grant the use of emergency powers?

Yes

What committees interest you?

Children & Youth, Labor & Industry, Environment & Education, and Ag & Rural affairs

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

The government should operate with financial transparency, as it is the people the government serves. Our government was created with intentional accountability to the People.

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Charlestown Township resident

Member, Charlestown Historical & Architectural Review Board

Liaison, Charlestown Township Planning and Zoning

Our family lives on the 1780s farm in Charlestown, that we restored as a five-year family project

Pennsylvania Farm Bureau Member

Small Business Owner

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Pro-Business and Economic growthSafe CommunitiesQuality Education

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Education because of the way it affects our children/youth, agriculture, and energy.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

People I meet that possess much gratitude in their life, and respect for others, kindness - their character inspires me.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Thomas Sowell has many good books; I have several he has written. Also, Man of The House, memoirs of Speaker Tio O'Neill with William Novak, a good book to read.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Ethical leadership

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Determined and Resourceful

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

To serve, in the capacity of their office, the people that have elected them.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

This wasn't the first event, but it was the most exciting.

February 22, 1980, underdog U.S. hockey team at XIII Olympics, Lake Placid, NY USA -DEFEATED, 4-3 the Soviet, four-time gold medal winning team.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Babysitting - 7th grade to 9th grade.

What is your favorite book? Why?

The first book that amazed me was, The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint Exupery.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

my ex's best friend, (Machine Gun Kelly & Blackbear)