Staff & Board of Directors
Kiersten Bartolotta,
Consulting Director of Programs Kiersten founded this non-profit with a goal to inspire kids to be the best they can be through healthy living and the development of leadership skills. She is committed to making Kids Run Long Island a sustainable organization with unique programs to support our Long Island youth. Programs include INSPIRE TOGETHER LONG ISLAND and the Robert Burns Memorial Scholarship Fund. She is hopeful that through these programs, each child will be challenged to live a healthy, productive and happy life now and for a lifetime. Kiersten Bartolotta is a former Assistant District Attorney who now runs programs at Kids Run Long Island. She is a mindful educator and certified running coach. She is also NYS Dept. of Ed. Fingerprinted to work in schools, CPR/First Aid Cert. and a mandated reporter. |
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Jennifer Cullen - Board of Directors
Jennifer is a former Nassau County Assistant District Attorney and currently works as a sex offense prevention educator for PFML. As an educator, mother of three and a fitness enthusiast, Jennifer was drawn to the mission of Kids Run Long Island in hopes of inspiring kids to adopt healthy living habits and in doing so, empowering them to set and accomplish personal goals.
In addition to her passion for fitness and running, Jennifer is an equestrian and works as a horseback riding instructor at Sweet Hills Riding Center in Melville.
Jennifer is a former Nassau County Assistant District Attorney and currently works as a sex offense prevention educator for PFML. As an educator, mother of three and a fitness enthusiast, Jennifer was drawn to the mission of Kids Run Long Island in hopes of inspiring kids to adopt healthy living habits and in doing so, empowering them to set and accomplish personal goals.
In addition to her passion for fitness and running, Jennifer is an equestrian and works as a horseback riding instructor at Sweet Hills Riding Center in Melville.
Heidi Feyler - Board of Directors
Heidi Feyler is an attorney and mother of four practicing law on Long Island in the field of real estate. Starting out as a star athlete in high school, Heidi then continued to achieve her fitness goals through running and weight training. Heidi has inspired and helped many young women achieve their personal and health aspirations. She continues her dedication through Kids Run Long Island to help children achieve their life’s goals through fitness and positive reinforcement.
Heidi Feyler is an attorney and mother of four practicing law on Long Island in the field of real estate. Starting out as a star athlete in high school, Heidi then continued to achieve her fitness goals through running and weight training. Heidi has inspired and helped many young women achieve their personal and health aspirations. She continues her dedication through Kids Run Long Island to help children achieve their life’s goals through fitness and positive reinforcement.
Lesli P. Hiller - Board of Directors
Lesli P. Hiller is currently a Principal Law Clerk. She was formerly a Nassau County Assistant District Attorney, in house counsel to NYRA and a NCPD Police Attorney. She is presently the Co-Captain for Runner's Edge /LITC Women's Masters Road Racing Team. She has also qualified in the elite woman field in the Empire State Building Run Up for several years. Lesli is committed to raising money for good causes. She has helped to raise funds for local high school students through her work as the VP of the Nassau County Running Club and one of the race directors for the annual Nassau Police Running Club's Police Officer Memorial 5k race.
In addition to her running, she is an accomplished triathlete and a lifelong equestrian and a NCAA Division 1 Equestrian.
Lesli P. Hiller is currently a Principal Law Clerk. She was formerly a Nassau County Assistant District Attorney, in house counsel to NYRA and a NCPD Police Attorney. She is presently the Co-Captain for Runner's Edge /LITC Women's Masters Road Racing Team. She has also qualified in the elite woman field in the Empire State Building Run Up for several years. Lesli is committed to raising money for good causes. She has helped to raise funds for local high school students through her work as the VP of the Nassau County Running Club and one of the race directors for the annual Nassau Police Running Club's Police Officer Memorial 5k race.
In addition to her running, she is an accomplished triathlete and a lifelong equestrian and a NCAA Division 1 Equestrian.
Coaches & Instructors:
Lisa Auguste- Certified Yoga Instructor
Lisa is an elementary school teacher and a YTT 200 HR yoga teacher certified through LI Kula. One winter morning, Lisa's daughter Alexa talked her into trying a yoga class to help Lisa cope with "Empty Nest Syndrome." After a few classes, Lisa was hooked and found herself beginning a new chapter in her life. As a teacher, Lisa is warm and friendly. Lisa's students can expect to explore their strengths, work on their focus and learn to find balance on and off the mat.
Lisa is an elementary school teacher and a YTT 200 HR yoga teacher certified through LI Kula. One winter morning, Lisa's daughter Alexa talked her into trying a yoga class to help Lisa cope with "Empty Nest Syndrome." After a few classes, Lisa was hooked and found herself beginning a new chapter in her life. As a teacher, Lisa is warm and friendly. Lisa's students can expect to explore their strengths, work on their focus and learn to find balance on and off the mat.
Kerri Castrogiavanni- Certified Yoga Instructor
Kerri started taking hot yoga classes back in 2010 and was hooked right away. She tended to her own practice for several years and loved the peace and strength she gained with each class. Kerri decided to get her yoga teacher certification in 2018. As an elementary teacher for the past 18 years, helping children learn and grow comes naturally to Kerri and she wants to do the same for her yoga students. There have been both yoga instructors and students that truly have inspired Kerri to challenge herself which has changed her practice for the better…mind, body and soul. Kerri has realized that so much of what we practice in the yoga studio can help in everyday life situations. She feels that connecting the mind and the body with the breath is not only helpful in deepening our yoga practice, but it is vital to help people handle the stress of the lifestyle we all live today. Kerri is so thankful to have been on this yoga journey so far, but she is even more excited for what’s to come. She looks forward to continuing to deepen her own practice, adding to her certifications as an instructor, and her favorite…meeting more inspiring people along the way.
Kerri started taking hot yoga classes back in 2010 and was hooked right away. She tended to her own practice for several years and loved the peace and strength she gained with each class. Kerri decided to get her yoga teacher certification in 2018. As an elementary teacher for the past 18 years, helping children learn and grow comes naturally to Kerri and she wants to do the same for her yoga students. There have been both yoga instructors and students that truly have inspired Kerri to challenge herself which has changed her practice for the better…mind, body and soul. Kerri has realized that so much of what we practice in the yoga studio can help in everyday life situations. She feels that connecting the mind and the body with the breath is not only helpful in deepening our yoga practice, but it is vital to help people handle the stress of the lifestyle we all live today. Kerri is so thankful to have been on this yoga journey so far, but she is even more excited for what’s to come. She looks forward to continuing to deepen her own practice, adding to her certifications as an instructor, and her favorite…meeting more inspiring people along the way.
Maggie Plitt- Fitness/Run Coach
Maggie is a Long Island elementary school teacher and mother of two boys. She enjoys spending time with her family doing anything active, especially biking, hiking, and skiing. Maggie is an active volunteer for ISF, a Sayville non-profit whose mission is to provide skilled therapeutic and fitness services that maximize a child's capacity to play sports and recreational activities. She is the co-director of their annual 5k / 10k charity run. Maggie loves working with children on their journey toward a healthy and physical lifestyle. She has worked for Kids Run Long Island in the past and is excited to be back and part of Go Girl!
Maggie is a Long Island elementary school teacher and mother of two boys. She enjoys spending time with her family doing anything active, especially biking, hiking, and skiing. Maggie is an active volunteer for ISF, a Sayville non-profit whose mission is to provide skilled therapeutic and fitness services that maximize a child's capacity to play sports and recreational activities. She is the co-director of their annual 5k / 10k charity run. Maggie loves working with children on their journey toward a healthy and physical lifestyle. She has worked for Kids Run Long Island in the past and is excited to be back and part of Go Girl!
Charles Bartolotta- AKA - "Follow the guy in the red shirt" and forced volunteer (unpaid)
Mr. B, our ever present volunteer, bike lead, MC on the mic, fresh fruit cutter, heavy equipment lifter, and all around "do everything" guy. We are so thankful for him.
Mr. B, our ever present volunteer, bike lead, MC on the mic, fresh fruit cutter, heavy equipment lifter, and all around "do everything" guy. We are so thankful for him.
