About Malvern King Street Revitalization

MKSR STRATEGIC PLAN

Malvern King Street Revitalization (MKSR) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing and promoting the King Street business district as a vibrant destination for shopping, dining, and community life. Through events, beautification efforts, and partnerships with local businesses and stakeholders, MKSR works to celebrate Malvern’s unique character while supporting a thriving and welcoming downtown experience for residents and visitors alike.

  • Our mission is to lead the revitalization of Malvern’s business district into a vibrant, thriving hub of community life. Through strategic collaboration with local businesses, residents, and the borough, we are dedicated to enhancing the center of town. By celebrating our historic heritage while fostering a welcoming atmosphere, we aim to create a dynamic destination for commerce, culture, and community connections that will inspire both residents and visitors to discover the authenticity of Malvern.

  • Empowering the heart of Malvern: a resource for businesses, residents, and visitors to promote thriving, vibrant business and community connections and enhance the character and uniqueness of the borough.

  • MKSR was established in 2023 following a Borough-led initiative to strengthen Malvern’s downtown. A community task force laid the foundation for this effort by developing recommendations based on proven Main Street revitalization principles, which ultimately led to the incorporation of Malvern King Street Revitalization as a 501(c)(3). Building on that groundwork, MKSR has since developed a strategic plan to guide its ongoing efforts. Today, MKSR is led by a dedicated Board of Directors that guides the organization’s mission and long-term vision for King Street

Malvern is a true Chester County hidden gem. Shop in our locally-owned boutiques and stores, enjoy our renowned restaurants and bakeries, or meet new friends at our lively community events. Ours is a small town with a big heart – and rich with opportunity.

Crowned in Culture and Charm

Leadership

MKSR is led by a volunteer Board of Directors and Advisory Members (listed below). In 2025, Nancy Scarlato joined the MKSR team as Executive Director. Directed by the Board, Nancy leads the King Street revitalization efforts by promoting King Street as a destination, pursuing streetscape beautification and placemaking efforts which preserve the historic charm of the district, and spearheading recruitment and retention of small businesses. To get involved or learn more about MKSR, reach out to us at hello@kingstreetmalvern.org.

    • Eric Rea (President) - Eric is passionate about helping Malvern continue to be a vibrant place for residents and visitors alike. He and his wife have long enjoyed being part of the Malvern community, and he is proud to support efforts that enhance quality of life through a thriving King Street, memorable community events, and a strong, growing small business community.

    • Christy Campli (Vice President) - Christy is the owner of Growing Roots Partners and a passionate advocate for small businesses, local food, and community-driven downtowns. Her family's business, Campli Photography, has been on King Street for more than 30 years, and she grew up immersed in the community, attending nearby Villa Maria Academy. As the organizer of the Malvern Farmers Market, Christmas on King, Spring on King, and the Malvern Craft & Mercantile night market, Christy is dedicated to creating vibrant experiences that bring people together while supporting local businesses. Through her work and service on the board, she is committed to helping King Street continue to thrive as a welcoming destination for residents, visitors, and entrepreneurs alike.

    • Tina Corrado (Secretary) - Tina is the owner of Posh Collections, an award-winning women's clothing store in the heart of Malvern. Tina has long advocated for the Borough's small business community through her leadership of the Malvern Business Association.  As a Malvern resident, through her volunteer service and involvement with local organizations, she is dedicated to strengthening downtown Malvern.

    • Keith Traynor (Treasurer)

    • Elizabeth Hodgson - Liz is a partner at Duane Morris LLP.  She lives in Willistown with her husband, Todd, and kids, Alex and Teddy.  She’s lived in Malvern for 10 years, loves the small-town community vibe, and is passionate about helping it realize its full potential so that her family and others can enjoy for years to come.

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