Brittany Holsinger, 2024 Halloran Fellow
Meet the 2024 Halloran Fellows
Generously sponsored by Halloran Philanthropies
Abby Leposa
Founder of The Speech Path
Abby Leposa is the founder of The Speech Path, a soon-to-be launched private practice offering affordable speech-language pathology, feeding therapy, and lactation services to pediatric clients, especially clients from low-income households. With a Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology, Abby aims to address the accessibility gap in health services for families in the Bradford area and surrounding regions. Abby’s vision is to create a mobile practice initially, bringing services directly to clients’ homes, and eventually transitioning to a brick-and-mortar clinic. Her goal is to ensure that all children receive the care they need in order to improve their quality of life and educational outcomes, making a lasting impact on the community of Bradford.
Jenna Zetwick
Founder of Brick Valley Farm
Jenna Zetwick is the Founder of Brick Valley Farm, a pet boarding and animal rescue business that provides a safe environment for abandoned animals while offering peace of mind to pet owners during travel. Drawing from her lifelong passion for animal welfare and her professional background in healthcare, Jenna is committed to building a sanctuary for animals in need and serving Bradford’s surrounding communities. As a Program Director and community advocate, Jenna brings leadership skills to the 2024 Halloran Fellowship and seeks to access mentorship to advance her venture.
Brian Zetwick
Co-founder of Brick Valley Farm
Brian Zetwick is the co-founder of Brick Valley Farm alongside current Halloran Fellow Jenna Zetwick. As a physical therapist assistant by profession and an outdoor enthusiast Brian is passionate about animal care and the natural beauty of he and Jenna’s 89-acre property on the outskirts of Bradford. There they plan to establish a pet boarding facility which provides safe, reliable care for pets, including dogs, rabbits, and more, to meet Bradford’s pressing need for pet boarding. Brick Valley Farm will offer personalized services for residents of Bradford and the surrounding community, with plans to eventually expand into the production of natural pet food.
Brittany Holsinger
Founder of Kinzua Canine
Brittany Holsinger is the Founder of Kinzua Canine, a dog training business in Bradford focused on strengthening the bond between dogs and their owners through education and communication. Drawing from her background as a veterinary technician, her venture offers a variety of training classes, emphasizing holistic methods that foster mutual understanding and trust. Kinzua Canine also contributes to the Bradford community by hosting free monthly seminars and sharing educational articles to promote successful pet ownership and keeping dogs out of shelters. As a Halloran Fellow, Brittany will focus on amplifying her venture’s impact and success.
Daniel Seale
Co-Founder of Kinzua Canine
Daniel Seale is a Marine and Army veteran and the Co-Founder of Kinzua Canine, alongside current Halloran Fellow Brittany Holsinger. With over 11 years of service experience and a passion for canine detection and patrol training, Daniel is focused on creating a supportive community in Bradford for veterans and their companion dogs. Kinzua Canine offers personalized training sessions and hosts community-building events to strengthen the bond between dogs and their owners. Daniel’s mission is to enhance the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of both dogs and humans, especially veterans, in order to empower veterans and foster connection in Bradford.
Joy Jeffrey
Founder of The Father’s Apothecary
Joy Jeffrey is the founder of The Father’s Apothecary and a dedicated herbalist. Having
studied herbal remedies, Joy is passionate about natural healing and the medicinal
power of plants and believes nature offers solutions to many health issues. By founding
The Father’s Apothecary, Joy aims to grow and create natural remedies from plants and
herbs, offering safe, organic alternatives to pharmaceuticals. She is committed to
educating others about the benefits of herbal medicine while ensuring her products are
effective and safe. Joy envisions expanding her garden and building a greenhouse to
provide a sustainable, community-centered business focused on natural health
solutions.
Ashly Colosimo
Youth Empowerment & Community Building Advocate
Ashly Colosimo, a University of Pittsburgh at Bradford graduate with a degree in Sports Management and Business Management, is the Aquatic Director at Twin Tiers YMCA. Drawing on her extensive experience with children and teens, Ashly is developing a youth-focused center in Bradford that will offer creative outlets such as open mic nights and art events. Her goal is to provide a safe and vibrant space for teenagers to express themselves and build community, addressing local challenges like youth suicide and overdoses.
Mark Young
Founder of Young Web Design
Mark Young is the Founder of Young Web Design, a venture focused on empowering small businesses and nonprofits in Bradford through affordable and professional web design services. With a deep commitment to fostering economic growth in his community, Mark leverages his expertise in design and development to help local businesses build strong online presences, ultimately driving visibility and growth for Bradford as a whole. His venture not only supports the digital transformation of small businesses but also aims to boost the local economy by attracting attention to the region and promoting sustainable development.
Megan Myers
Bradford Community Nonprofit Bookkeeper
Megan Myers has faced significant challenges in her life, including the loss of her mother and experiences of poverty and abuse; moving to Bradford gave her a fresh start. Inspired by her mother’s compassion, Megan now aims to support her community through her bookkeeping firm, focused on empowering local nonprofits. She understands the critical role of financial stability and transparency for these organizations, which have positively impacted her own life. Megan was nominated for the Halloran Fellowship by 2023 Alumna, Jessica Havers.
Sara James
Founder of the Artistic Flower
Sara James is launching The Artistic Flower – an educational flower farm that combines her passion for art and nature. Sara’s venture aims to create a self-sustaining environment where the Bradford community can engage in hands-on activities like floral arrangement creation, gardening, and composting. Additionally, the farm will support local wildlife through beekeeping and recycling initiatives. Sara’s mission is to provide an interactive space that promotes environmental stewardship and creativity. As a Halloran Fellow, she is focused on securing funding, establishing a location, and developing a business plan to bring her vision to fruition.
