New United Way President/CEO is homegrown Gene Marrano January 10, 2020 1 minute read A self-described “social change advocate” and a veteran of the non-profit world – here and abroad for more than 20 years – has paid her dues and is now the President and CEO for United Way of Roanoke Valley. The story from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Dawgs head coach Dan Bremner on home and home series next two weekendsNext: Dawgs home tonight, JMU plays for title tomorrow Related Stories Mountain Bike National Championships continue through Sunday; attracted former NBA great last weekend Gene Marrano July 16, 2026 Roanoke VIA Day School has new playground designed for students with autism Gene Marrano July 15, 2026 Its “Christmas in July” at 3 Balloons next Saturday July 25 Gene Marrano July 15, 2026