A leader in the Philadelphia and Pennsylvania labor movement, Eiding is active in many civic, charitable and government affairs. Prior to being elected President of the Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO in January 2002, Eiding served for over 25 years as Business Manager of the Insulators and Asbestos Workers Local 14 covering Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey.

Liz McElroy is the Secretary-Treasurer of the Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO.

The Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO has a dedicated team of office staff available to assist union members and local affiliates.