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 (PATH) 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, LMSW
FUNDRAISING & DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Maddie began taking riding lessons as a child and has always enjoyed working with horses. She is a graduate of local Skidmore College with a B.A. in Psychology, and was captain of Skidmore’s Varsity Riding Team. While Maddie no longer rides competitively, she is deeply passionate about supporting and empowering people through the special nature of horses. This passion led her to pursue her Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from Columbia University. She is thrilled to contribute to A Dapple A Day through planning fundraisers, securing grants, and leading special projects.
FRAN FEATHERS
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Fran began riding when she was eight years old. Since then, horses have always been a part of her life. She spent countless days at the barn and showed regularly during her youth. She was first introduced to therapeutic horseback riding in the late '80s, and she later received her certification in Hippotherapy while working at a pediatric rehabilitation hospital in New Jersey. Throughout her adulthood, Fran 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 horse programs and shares her passion for helping others.
JACLYNN CAMPNEY
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Jaclynn began as a volunteer with ADAD and discovered a new interest in horses and the world of equine-assisted therapies! As someone who loves to learn and get her hands dirty, Jaclynn adores coming by the farm to volunteer with barn chores and work with her favorite mare Sophia. When she's not at the farm, Jaclynn manages client outreach, organizes ADAD's wonderful community fundraising events, and takes on creative projects.
THOMAS MASTROPASQUA
DIRECTOR OF FINANCES
Thomas is a native Long Islander with a recently found passion for horse care and barn work. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Geological Sciences from the University of Buffalo, and enjoys hiking and the great outdoors. Thomas currently works as a construction consultant in addition to heading ADAD's finances, but still finds plenty of time to spend at the barn working on projects, lending a hand in lessons, or taking on barn chores!
DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & PUBLIC RELATIONS
ELISE LUNDER
Elise is a recent New York transplant. She moved here from Vermont where she completed her B.A. in Violin Performance and Chamber Music. Performing around New England helped her foster a passion for community building and connection, which easily translates to her efforts in marketing and communications at A Dapple A Day. Her love for horses stems from childhood lessons on “Sombrero” and “Roany Pony” back in her hometown in Connecticut.
