meet the barn staff
Ali Cho, M.A in school counseling
director and PATH intl. therapeutic riding instructor
Following her Bachelor’s degree in history (with a thematic concentration of ethnicity and race) from Barnard College, Ali became a PATH Intl Therapeutic Riding Instructor through Centenary University in 2017 as well as also becoming an Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning. En suite, she received her Masters in School Counseling from NYU Steinhardt to further explore the impact of social-emotional learning (SEL) and founded the non-profit wellness barn, Dreamweaver Equine Center in 2020.
Ali is beyond ecstatic to offer her expertise and passion for SEL and early childhood development in the Dream Scholars program and developing rapport with all the families in the Dreamweaver community. She is the proud momma to one very spirited little girl, Amelia Rose (Milly) and wife to the always smiling Mr. Kyu, who keeps the farm in tip-top shape.
Brandon Tammone, B.A in Equine Business and Management
head barn manager and riding instructor
Growing up on Long Island, NY, Brandon started riding at the age of 15 at Sweet Hills riding center. Quickly recognizing his natural talent and affection for horses, he was encouraged to study equine business at Centenary University. During his time at Centenary, Brandon actively participated on the intercollegiate riding team (IHSA) as well as the hunter/jumper team. Post-graduation, Brandon returned to the university as a Horse Care Assistant where he helped manage over 100 horses. Currently, Brandon is the head barn manager and also teaches riding lessons for all our dreamer programming here at the farm!
In his spare time, Brandon enjoys taking care of his fish, two horses, one cat, two birds, two goats, and Great Dane dog, Banner!
Keara Brazzel, therapeutic riding instructor
Keara is a graduate of Centenary University’s Equine program with a Bachelor’s in Equine Studies and a PATH international certification to teach therapeutic riding lessons to students of all abilities. Keara joined the Dreamweaver staff full-time to teach wellness farm classes for all our students as well as acting as the head instructor for the Dream Riders, Dreamweaver’s riding program for children with special needs.
Keara has always had a passion for animals of all shapes and sizes, and has several of her own including a dog, two cats, and three frogs. In her spare time, Keara loves to paint, hike with her dog, and read.
Kyu Lee, Chief Operating Officer (COO)
In his past life, before he took the operational reins of Dreamweaver Equine Center, Mr. Kyu was actually a pharmacist! He received his Doctor of Pharmacy from the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy. He joined the Dreamweaver team in 2022 and has never looked back. He looks forward to raising his daughter, Milly on the farm and sharing unforgettable moments with her!
Mr. Kyu’s greatest asset is that he makes everyone feel welcomed at the barn and confidently oversees all farm operations so that the health and longevity of all our horses and Dreamweaver Equine Center is safe and guaranteed. We would lost without him, literally!
Maggie Choi, M.A in Early Childhood education
instructor
Having always enjoyed with connecting with children, Maggie studied early childhood education during her undergraduate studies at Pace University as well as earning her Masters from Hunter College in early childhood education with a speciality in language and cognition. She then joined forces with her sister, Ali, as Dreamweaver’s most trusted instructor as well as creating magic for all our families here on the farm. Maggie holds a certification as an equine specialist in Mental Health and Learning and loves to merge her passion for wellness and growth with social-emotional life skills..
Maggie shares two wonderful miracle boys, Lucas and Jacob, with her husband, Abraham and is an enthusiastic organizer in her spare time! She is beyond thrilled to meet all our new families in the Dream Scholars family and creating lifelong memories with you all!