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MEET PAUL
Paul Friel is a dedicated local business owner, a devoted husband, a father of four, and a lifelong resident of Pennsylvania. Elected as State Representative for the 26th district in 2022, Paul is seeking re-election this fall in 2024. He originally entered the political arena driven by his belief that our community deserves a representative who will address the crucial issues facing our area.
Growing up in Gilbertsville, PA, Paul graduated from St. Pius X High School and Temple University. He married his high school sweetheart, Mary, and together they have raised four children in the OJR school district. Over the years, Paul has built a successful business career, taking on leadership roles across retail, consumer goods, and manufacturing sectors.
Paul previously owned and operated PACE Environmental, a Mid Atlantic environmental testing and engineering firm. Under his leadership, PACE thrived during the pandemic, maintaining transparency with employees and investors, and navigating through these challenging times with zero layoffs.
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Before his tenure in the state legislature, Paul served as the CEO and President of Swiss Farms, Saxby’s Coffee, and Agle Nutrition. He is also a former president of the Owen J Roberts School Board. His commitment to giving back is evident through his service on the executive boards of the Philadelphia Boys Choir and Camp Rainbow, which offers free camping experiences to children who otherwise could not afford them.
Paul Friel champions common sense reform that reflects our shared values and the needs of our local community, leading to effective government actions. As he campaigns for re-election, Paul is determined to continue fighting for the people of the 26th district, ensuring their concerns are heard and addressed. “We have the power to get legislators working for the good of our communities and for the individual families whose lives and struggles lie at the heart of them,” he asserts. “Together, we have the power to make a real difference.”
