About Melvin Pitts
I am a native of South Philadelphia and have been a Cheltenham resident for over 15 years. I am active in the community as an assistant coach for Cheltenham Sports Soccer and Cheltenham Little League Baseball. I also served as a Ball for Christ basketball coach at Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church. I am currently a board member and on the Finance Committee with Heights Philadelphia, formerly known as Philadelphia Futures and Steppingstones.
I have a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and a Minor in Business Law from Pennsylvania State University and a Master of Science in Taxation from Philadelphia University.
I am a tax professional with experience in corporate, individual, and statutory insurance taxation. I currently work in corporate tax as a manager for Chubb Insurance company. I’ve worked with Lincoln Financial Group and for several public accounting firms, with Anita T. Conner & Associates being my first.
I am married to Dr. Andrea Pitts, PT. I have two children, Kelly and MJ Pitts, who attend Cheltenham Public Schools.
I have a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and a Minor in Business Law from Pennsylvania State University and a Master of Science in Taxation from Philadelphia University.
I am a tax professional with experience in corporate, individual, and statutory insurance taxation. I currently work in corporate tax as a manager for Chubb Insurance company. I’ve worked with Lincoln Financial Group and for several public accounting firms, with Anita T. Conner & Associates being my first.
I am married to Dr. Andrea Pitts, PT. I have two children, Kelly and MJ Pitts, who attend Cheltenham Public Schools.
Why Support My Campaign
My Mission
As candidate for Finance Officer of Cheltenham, I am committed to establishing transparent, responsible, and forward-thinking financial management that serves every resident and business in our community. My mission is to safeguard public funds, optimize resource allocation, and create sustainable financial partnerships that support Cheltenham's economic growth and community prosperity.
Core Values
- Business Partnership: Fostering collaborative relationships with local businesses to strengthen our economic foundation.
- Fiscal Responsibility: Managing public resources with the highest standards of integrity and accountability.
- Innovation: Implementing modern financial practices and technologies to improve efficiency and service delivery.
My Goal
Working together with our business community, we can build a financially strong Cheltenham that fosters entrepreneurship, creates jobs, and generates sustainable revenue to invest in our shared future. I believe that when local businesses thrive, our entire community prospers.