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For Immediate Release
January 12, 2009
ABRAMS, ANTONACCI JOIN HARNESS HORSE YOUTH FOUNDATION BOARD
The Harness Horse Youth Foundation is pleased to announce the recent elections of Frank Antonacci from Somersville, Connecticut and Nicola Abrams from Allentown, New Jersey to its board of trustees.
“These individuals show enthusiasm and willingness to become involved so we’re very happy to have their respective talents” expressed HHYF President Callie Davies-Gooch. “HHYF is active, vibrant, and productive and we welcome others who are eager to assist in our mission of providing educational experiences to young people about Standardbreds.”
Antonacci, now 27, brings his youthful perspective, excitement about the HHYF programs including Harness Racing Youth League, as well as his expertise as a horseman to the board.
Nicola Abrams’ strengths stem from not only her business perspective but also her keen understanding of how exposure to horses can directly affect a youngster’s level of confidence and personal growth.
Also reelected to serve another term were incumbents Harold Breidenbach, President of Corporate Support from Lima, Ohio; Jean Brown, senior vice-president – operations at Blue Chip Farms from Wallkill, New York; and Paul Fontaine, a self-employed lawyer from Woonsocket, Rhode Island.
Officers reelected were Callie Davies-Gooch, President; Paul Fontaine, Vice-President; Leah Cheverie, Secretary; and Jim Reynolds, Treasurer.
Established in 1976, the Harness Horse Youth Foundation addresses youth education throughout the United States and Canada. A charitable organization, the HHYF continues to enlarge and improve its programs. For more information about the organization and its programs, please call the HHYF office at 317-867-5877 or visit www.hhyf.org.
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