We are pleased to announce that Sam Pinkava has joined the Westmoreland-Fayette Council team as the new District Executive for the Laurel Hills District.

Sam brings a lifetime of Scouting experience and a proven record of both professional and volunteer leadership to this role. His Scouting journey began as a Tiger Cub in 1992 with the Sam Houston Area Council. While living in the United Kingdom from 1994 to 2000, he continued his Scouting experience through the Transatlantic Council, advancing from Bear Scout through Life Scout.

After returning to the United States, Sam earned the rank of Eagle Scout in 2004 with the Baltimore Area Council. During his youth Scouting experience, he was elected to the Order of the Arrow, completed his Brotherhood Honor, and served as a Chapter Chief. He also served on the camp staff at Camp Saffran at Broad Creek during the summers of 2005 and 2006.

As an adult volunteer, Sam founded a new Cub Scout pack in Toms River, New Jersey, in 2022 and was recognized with the district’s Shining Star Award, honoring emerging leaders who make an immediate impact in their communities.

Sam also brings valuable professional experience, having served as a District Executive in 2023 and 2024 for the Jersey Shore Council. During that time, he became the first District Executive in several years to achieve positive Cub Scout membership growth in his district, recruiting and registering 205 new Scouts in a single year. After transitioning from professional service, he continued supporting Scouting as a Unit Commissioner, Family Friends of Scouting Chair, and Membership Chair.

With his extensive background in Scouting, passion for youth development, and commitment to volunteer support, Sam is well prepared to serve the units, families, volunteers, chartered organizations, and communities of the Laurel Hills District.

Please join us in welcoming Sam Pinkava to the Westmoreland-Fayette Council and the Laurel Hills District. We are excited to have him on our team and look forward to the positive impact he will have on Scouting throughout the district.

Welcome, Sam!