BOARD OF DIRECTORS
JULIE O'DONNELL
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Julie has been working with horses for 18 years. What started as a hobby quickly became her passion and livelihood. Julie earned a certification and licensure as a Therapeutic Horseback Riding Instructor through the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International at Centenary University under the mentorship of PATH founder, Octavia Brown. Julie also holds a B.A. in Psychology from Seton Hall University. She learned Natural Horsemanship training over the years with her spunky pony, Ginger, and passes on her knowledge to her students.
MADDIE CLAMAN
FUNDRAISING DIRECTOR
Maddie began taking riding lessons as a child and has always enjoyed working with these amazing animals. She is a graduate of Skidmore College with a B.A. in Psychology and is pursuing a Master's degree in Social Work at Colombia University. Maddie was captain of Skidmore’s Varsity Riding Team, competing in Intercollegiate Horse Show Association shows and riding daily. She is passionate about helping people and ponies, and is thrilled to contribute to A Dapple A Day through planning fundraisers, applying for grants, and special projects.
FRAN FEATHERS
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Fran began riding when she was eight and since then, horses have always been a part of her life. She spent many days at the barn and showed regularly during her youth. She was first introduced to therapeutic horseback riding in the late 80's. She later received her certification in Hippo-Therapy while working at a pediatric rehabilitation hospital in New Jersey. Throughout her adulthood, she has had the pleasure of working with various therapeutic programs as well as spending time at an Arabian breeding farm. Fran brings a true understanding of the benefits of therapeutic riding and with her passion for helping others.
PAM WOROBEY
DIRECTOR OF CLIENT OUTREACH
Pam, along with her father and daughter, exhibited in the World's Championship Horse Show and won the gold medal for North American driving horse pairs. She has an extensive background with Morgans, Saddlebreds, and Harness horses. For the past 30 years, she has worked in real estate. Her formal education is in social studies and is a Certified Alcohol Recovery Coach. Pam loves horses and loves people, and can spend hours at the barn grooming her three horses.
THOMAS MASTROPASQUA
DIRECTOR OF FINANCES
Thomas is a native Long Islander with a recently found passion for horse care and barn chores. He graduated from the University of Buffalo in 2014 with a Bachelor's Degree in Geological Sciences. He enjoys hiking and the great outdoors. He currently works as a construction consultant, however still finds plenty of time to spend at the barn working on projects or lending a hand in lessons.