Our Leadership Team

Email Frank at fbartoli@painclusive.org  |  Call Frank at 570-234-3965

Frank Bartoli is the founder and CEO of PA Inclusive and Coffee Inclusive, with more than 30 years of successful non-profit leadership. His passion for disability advocacy began with his daughter Ellie, who has Down Syndrome, and inspired the creation of PA Inclusive so individuals like her could live typical, fulfilling lives. Ellie’s full inclusion in school and the community — from classroom participation to being named Pittston Area High School’s 2017 Homecoming Queen — became the foundation for the organization’s mission.

Frank has held leadership roles including Executive Director of The Arc of Delaware County, board member of The Arc of Pennsylvania, and president of The Arc Community Trust. He also served on the Governor’s Advisory Committee for People with Disabilities. His non-profit leadership includes years with the YMCA movement, and he provides consulting and grant writing through Bartoli Advocacy and Consulting Services. Frank holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Lock Haven University and a Master’s Degree in Administration from West Chester University of PA. He and his wife reside in Pittston, PA.

David Funk brings more than 25 years of leadership experience in the human services, focusing on individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As the Senior Regional Program Supervisor for Carbon, Schuylkill, and Berks Counties, David oversees regional operations, program development, compliance, and staff leadership. Throughout his career, he has successfully managed large-scale residential and day programs, trained and mentored staff, and maintained multimillion-dollar budgets committed to quality care and community inclusion.

David holds a Bachelor’s degree in Recreation/Fitness Management from Lock Haven University and an MBA in Human Resource Management from the University of Phoenix. He is also a former adjunct professor passionate about developing future professionals in the field.

Billy brings more than 15 years of experience in financial strategy and accounting management to PA Inclusive, where he oversees the organization’s financial operations and strategic direction. Throughout his career, Billy has held key roles with prominent organizations including the New York Yankees, Legends Hospitality Management, ASM Global, RedBird Capital, and FOX Sports.

He holds both a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and an MBA from Wilkes University.

Billy resides in Courtdale, Pennsylvania with his wife, Jordan, and their son, Cameron.

Email Huyen at hnguyen@painclusive.org

Huyen oversees the Human Resources department at PA Inclusive, managing benefits, employee relations, internal documentation, and dispute resolution. She also led the launch of the agency’s first electronic health record system, Therap, and continues to oversee its integration, documentation, and training.

Her background includes procurement and materials management roles in the Oil and Gas industry in Singapore and South Korea. She is a member of SHRM and the SHRM PA Chapter’s Professional Development Committee, and recently earned certification from Cornell University as a Work Incentive Practitioner/Benefits Counselor. Huyen holds a bachelor’s degree in English from Hai-Phong University, Vietnam. Inspired by caring for her niece with Down Syndrome, she now resides in Pittston and brings her passion for inclusion to her work with PA Inclusive.

Megan Valkenburg is an experienced Community & Civic Engagement Practitioner with decades of successful collaboration in the higher education and non-profit sectors. Passionate about experiential learning and community partnerships, Megan specializes in event planning, community-engaged teaching and scholarship, ludic learning, adult education, and community-based learning.

Throughout her career, Megan has worked alongside diverse groups of community partners, faculty, and students, focusing on creating sustainable solutions to pressing community challenges. A dedicated play practitioner, Megan is also a member of the Professors at Play community, an international network of higher education faculty, researchers, and instructional designers committed to the transformative power of play in adult learning. Additionally, she is a trained LEGO Serious Play facilitator.

Committed to fostering innovative collaborations, Megan works to bring together the necessary resources, skills, and knowledge to create meaningful change, particularly for vulnerable and marginalized communities. Megan holds a Bachelor’s degree in English and a Master of Science in College Counseling and Student Affairs from Shippensburg University. She is also featured in the Professors Play Playbook, a valuable resource on community engagement. Megan resides in Forty Fort with her husband and children.

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Email Brendan at bkarolchyk@painclusive.org

Brendan is a recent MBA graduate from the University of Scranton’s Kania School of Management, where he concentrated in Marketing and served as Vice President of the campus chapter of Mu Kappa Tau, the national Marketing Honor Society. He is also an Eagle Scout, a distinction that reflects his long-standing commitment to leadership and community service.

Brendan brings experience in social media marketing, event coordination, video production, and website development. At PA Inclusive, he supports brand awareness, digital strategy, and community engagement initiatives. He is passionate about creative storytelling, inclusive outreach, and mission-driven impact.

Email Sophia at smazaleski@painclusive.org

Sophia graduated with a Bachelor’s in Sociology and Criminal Justice from King’s College, Wilkes-Barre, PA. She has worked in the human services field in Northeastern Pennsylvania and Philadelphia areas for over five years. Her work experience includes working as a Mentor with the King’s College Juvenile Justice Mentoring Program, Blended Case Manager and Family Home-Based Case Manager/Therapist with Children’s Service Center, and Truancy Case Manager for CORA Services, Inc., in Philadelphia, PA. Sophia is passionate about helping children and their families and finds fulfillment in advocating for them.

Sophia has earned certifications in the Prepared Renter Education Program (PREP) through the Self Determination Housing Project of PA, Employment Services for People with Disabilities through the Association of Community Rehabilitation Educators (ACRE), and Community Participation Supports (CPS) through the PA Office of Development Programs. She resides in Kingston, PA.

Email Jonathan at jdove@painclusive.org

Jonathan has a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science with a Minor in Criminal Justice from the Kutztown University of PA. He has been working in the human services field for nearly 20 years. His first experience was working with juveniles in a secure facility setting. Jonathan helped these juveniles navigate the justice system in this role while developing the skills needed to succeed in the community.

He then transitioned to the Director of Case Management at a local Community Action Agency. Jonathan worked to develop and operate programs geared toward low-income families. These services included utility assistance, rental assistance, homeless advocacy, and rental development.

Jonathan has experience working with many federal, state, and local programs. In addition, he has been involved with HUD, local housing authorities, and many other community organizations.

Email Jessica at jstrackbein@painclusive.org

Jessica graduated from Lackawanna College with an Associate’s degree in Human Services, a Bachelor’s in Behavioral Science from Misericordia University, and a Master’s in Psychology from Medaille University in Buffalo, NY. She has worked in the mental health field/human services field for over seven years. Before working at PA Inclusive, Jessica worked at the Northeast Regional Autism Center at Friendship House in Scranton, working with children and adolescents with autism providing Applied Behavioral Therapy in schools and the home. While working at Friendship House, she received 40 hours of RBT training from Florida Tech and training as a crisis text line crisis worker. Additionally, she assisted in property management for over ten years in the Scranton area. Jessica will attend the University of Scranton in the fall to continue her studies for the Board-Certified Behavioral Analyses advanced graduate studies certification program.

Email Rainy at rboyle@painclusive.org

Rainy attended King’s College in Wilkes-Barre, PA, where she received her Bachelor’s in Biology. Rainy strongly focused on sustainability while there and went on to work for the White Violet Center for Eco-Justice. For the last eight years, she has worked at Volunteers of America Pennsylvania, where she has been able to help and learn how to run the Ruth’s Place women’s shelter to grow VOAPA’s street outreach program, then Give Hope. She was the program Outreach Manager and Community Health Worker, and for eight years, was dedicated to rehousing the most vulnerable of populations. She has a background in fundraising due to Rainy gaining many community connections for the programs, as well as being on the Walk for Hope planning committee since 2017.

Anthony oversees select Transitional Employment (TE) programs and education initiatives that support young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism and down syndrome. Programs include the Transition Academy Social Club (TASC) and Inclusive Transitional Employment Program (ITEP).

Professionally, Anthony has a background in workforce development. For eight and a half years, he worked with programs helping job seekers pursue new opportunities and continue their education, while working closely with the local funder to administer and execute grant programs and special projects in partnership with employers and community partners. Anthony holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Professional Writing and Communications with a minor concentration in Psychology from King’s College.

Anthony has a passion for helping people and supporting his community. He has been involved with several nonprofit and community-based organizations including the Greater Wyoming Valley Chamber of Commerce, the Rainbow Alliance, the Osterhout Free Library, CASA of Luzerne County, Wilkes-Barre POWER!, and Junior Achievement of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Most notably, he served as the Chair of the Rainbow Alliance Board of Directors in 2021 and Chair of the Chamber’s Young Professionals Council in 2022. In recognition of these efforts, Anthony received the Rainbow Alliance’s Inaugural NEPA Pride Champion of the Year Award and the Chamber’s 2022 Young Professional Leadership Award. In 2024, Anthony also received a Change Maker Award from the Chamber at their annual Light Up the Valley event.

Email Tom at Tcarlucci@painclusive.org

Tom earned his bachelor’s degree in Education and Public Policy with a minor in Sociology from Penn State University-Main Campus. Tom is currently pursuing his non-profit management graduate certificate from Harvard Extension School.

Tom has held advocacy and management positions with an array of non-profit organizations, from his own education non-profit to national trade associations. With over a decade of experience working with provider organizations throughout the northeast region, Tom carries a strong passion for helping our clients live inclusive and sustainable lives.

Email Linda at lfluegel@painclusive.org

Linda is a resident of Luzerne County with ten years of general HR experience. She joined PA Inclusive in July of 2022 as an Administrative Assistant, focusing on new hire training and client data updates. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Moravian University, Bethlehem, PA.

Email Bob at bkenyon@painclusive.org

Bob hails from Cocoa Beach, Florida, and grew up during the Apollo moon missions. After a four-year hitch in the United States Marine Corps, Bob entered the hospitality business as a night auditor at Sky Valley Resort in Dillard, Georgia.

Bob returned to Cocoa Beach and began working at a small independent hotel. Through hard work and determination, Bob and his team converted the hotel into an award-winning Choice hotel. Later, Bob and his wife Hope relocated to the nation’s oldest city, St. Augustine, FL, where he managed three Best Western hotels and a Hampton Inn. Finally, due to family considerations, Bob relocated to Pittston in 2020 and was lucky enough to be hired by PA Inclusive as a recruiter to help find compassionate, caring people to work with the individuals we support.

Email Matthew at mkrispin@painclusive.org

Matthew, a lifelong resident of northeastern Pennsylvania, has always embraced inclusion and determination. He graduated from Tunkhannock Area High School in 2012 and earned an associate degree in Business Management from Luzerne County Community College in 2016.

Through an OVR Supported Employment contract, he connected with PA Inclusive and was hired as an Administrative Assistant in 2022. He was honored as the inaugural recipient of the PA Inclusive David Galli Achievement Award in 2024 and represented the organization in the Leadership Northeast Core Program in 2025.

Active in his community as a reader at St. Therese’s Church and former Eagle Scout mentor, Matthew also co-chaired PA Inclusive’s Campaign for Inclusion 2023. He enjoys time on his family’s farm, following history and current events, and resides in Centermoreland, PA.

Senior Regional Program Supervisor (Monroe, Pike, Northampton, & Lehigh Counties)

Email Arsalan at awarsi@painclusive.org

Arsalan graduated from Penn State University in 2015 with a Bachelor of Science in Neuropsychology. In 2023, he earned his Master’s in General Psychology from Northcentral/National University. He has worked in the human services field for close to 8 years, gaining experience in multiple areas within the human services field. Starting his career, he worked at a Kids Peace Psychiatric Hospital and Residential Center. Arsalan was a Lead Mental Health Technician at the Female Trauma Residential Unit. He also has experience working in special education classrooms as a teacher’s assistant. His experience includes working in mental health facilities, drug rehabilitation, and dual diagnosis programs and accumulating experience in trauma-informed care, ASD understanding, treatment planning, CBT, running groups, de-escalation tactics, reporting, drug rehabilitation, team management, and a broad understanding of intellectual disabilities to include mental, health issues, disorders, and diagnoses.

At PA Inclusive, he started as an Employment Specialist, and since then, he has worked his way up to becoming the Regional Program Supervisor, overseeing Monroe and Pike counties.

Email Joy at jkessock@painclusive.org

Joy has a master’s degree in family counseling from Liberty University, a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Elizabethtown College, and a certificate in non-profit management from Berks Community Foundation. Joy has extensive experience working with people with disabilities, beginning over 25 years ago as an aide in the school and home environment.

She then gained experience working as a job coach, para-educator, associate director at a day program, resident advisor in a group home, Im4Q monitor, SIS assessor, and IDD support coordinator. Her most recent experience before coming to PA Inclusive was as a program manager for a transitional home for homeless women and their dependent children, where she was responsible for tracking demographics, grant reports, facility monitoring, housing, and employment. She also has experience as a Girl Scout leader and 2nd-grade reading tutor.

Katie earned her Associate’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies and her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Certification in Occupational Therapy Assistant from The Pennsylvania State University.  Katie has worked in the Human Services field for over 18 years gaining experience in many areas.  Starting her career at Child Development Inc. teaching Pre-K in Schuylkill County to becoming a behavioral Interventionist at IU 29 in Mar-Lin PA. Katie also has experience in supervising peer specialists.  Along with her career services, Katie worked at Schuylkill United Way for over 8 years gaining experience and relationships in the non-profit field in her community.

Katie coached softball and volleyball for over 19 years for local high schools and collegiate levels, leading her teams to regional and state championships.  She also has the love for the outdoors, friends and family.

At PA Inclusive, Kate is the Regional Supervisor for Schuylkill and Carbon Counties.

Prior to her current role, Abrianna served as the Youth and Family Coordinator at the Pittston YMCA, where she developed and implemented programs that promoted health, wellness, and community engagement. Passionate about youth development, fitness, and community service, she brings enthusiasm, dedication, and a strong sense of local pride to her professional work.