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Contact: John Harlan Warren, Northeast Region communications, 215-908-3159
Scranton, Penn. – Jeremy M. Komasz has been selected as the new superintendent of Steamtown National Historic Site. Komasz will begin his role on January 19, 2025."Jeremy brings an exceptional combination of 28 years as a Navy SEAL officer and nearly two decades as a business development executive in the defense industry to his role as superintendent," said Northeast Deputy Regional Director Kirsten Talken-Spaulding. "His expertise in managing complex systems will offer innovative approaches to preserving and enhancing Steamtown for future generations."
Komasz’ career spans more than three decades in both military and private-sector leadership roles. In the defense industry, he managed business development initiatives including engineering, program management, contracts, finance, marketing and communications. During his Naval Service, he completed five overseas deployments, with three combat deployments to Afghanistan and one to Iraq. Consistently assigned to increasing levels of leadership and responsibility, he has been recognized for his care and interactions with the people and communities with which he worked. His time in Afghanistan included the creation of a large-scale operational facility in a remote location, requiring collaboration with international partners on complex missions and coordination with local populations and government organizations.
"The people and partnerships in northeast Pennsylvania help make Steamtown special,” said Komasz. “I’m excited to work side by side with staff, volunteers and partners to build on the park’s legacy. I spent a significant portion of my professional life working with complex machinery and systems, so I feel a deep connection to Steamtown's mission. Throughout my career, I’ve focused on strategic and operational planning, always with an eye toward service. I’m committed to preserving this extraordinary site while ensuring it remains meaningful and accessible to the public. I am excited to experience everything the area has to offer.”
Komasz holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations, specializing in Political Science and Latin American studies, from The George Washington University. He also earned a master’s degree in National Security and Strategic Studies from the U.S. Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island. He has a life-long love of the outdoors and is an avid fitness enthusiast.
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About the park – Steamtown National Historic Site was established in 1986 to preserve, interpret and protect the history of steam railroading in America. Steamtown consists of 62 acres in downtown Scranton, Pennsylvania on the site of the original Delaware, Lackawanna and Western rail yard.
Last updated: January 6, 2025