ATHA Yoga Foundation
Board of Directors
Cindy Pettinaro
Founder & Executive Director
cindy@athafoundation.org
Sally Loessner
President of the Board
Sally has over 30 years of relationship management experience through her professional and volunteer efforts. She has been a student of yoga for over 20 years, has a RYT 200, and has been studying various healing modalities for many years, for the past 6 years under current teacher Zdenko Arsenijivic.
Sally currently serves on the Board of Directors for the following; Atha Foundation, Limen Recovery + Wellness, and New Castle County Hope Center.
sally@athafoudation.org
Doneesha Kirk
Atha Yoga Shala & Retreat General Manager
Donesha is a wellness leader and manager of Atha Yoga Shala and retreat. She blends her expertise in wellness, holistic health, and hospitality to create transformative experiences; curating events, retreats, and gatherings, while overseeing every aspect of daily operations to ensure the space thrives.
As the face of the brand, she actively represents Atha Yoga Shala at community gatherings, keeping its presence strong and connected. Rooted in her passion for wildlife, nature, and self-care, Donesha inspires others to prioritize their well-being and embrace balance in everyday life.
Nancy Landon
Manager of Atha Spa
Nancy combines years of project management experience in both construction and charitable initiatives with a lifelong passion for helping others. Her work in construction sharpened her ability to bring complex visions to life with precision and organization, while her charity leadership deepened her dedication to service and community.
At Atha, Nancy leads daily operations, mentors a talented team of therapists, and curates services that blend tradition with innovation. She ensures that every detail—from the flow of appointments to the ambiance of each treatment room—supports the spa’s mission of providing balance, healing, and transformation.
Atha is more than a workplace—it’s a sanctuary that reflects her values and her commitment to creating meaningful experiences for all who enter.
Brian Zemil
Board member
Brian is a lawyer by trade and a yogi for life. Brian is a partner at an international law firm and will serve the Board by providing legal guidance to the Atha Foundation and a commitment to serving our community. Brian promotes and supports a wide range of legal-related civic and charitable endeavors.
Legal foundations and organizations have recognized Brian for his distinguished service to the legal profession and the community (Ed Shea Professionalism Award, MVLS Educator of the Year Award, Benjamin R. Civilletti pro bono of the year award, and for serving on legal service boards). His yogic experiences influence Brian’s passion for public service. He is a former member of the Wise Heart Community in Baltimore (Bihar School of Yoga affiliate). He has been practicing asana for over twenty years with masters, including Dharma Mittra, while also studying and translating Santana-Dharma texts from original Sanskrit to English, attending yogic study retreats, and presenting yoga-related topics at Satsangs.
Brian believes in the power of Mantra and is a Kirtan enthusiast attending musical gatherings led by Krishna Das, Bhagavan Das, and Jahnavi Harrison. Through these experiences, Brian cherishes and seeks to perpetuate the spirit of Bhakti-Yoga and the ideal of “loka-samgraha,” literally translated as “drawing together the world.”
Heather Zinzella Cox
Board Member
Dr. Heather Zinzella Cox, MD is a retired Family Medicine physician with extensive expertise in geriatrics, hospice care, and medical facility management. Over her career, she practiced in diverse settings, including an academic teaching hospital and a free community clinic. After building and later selling a large nursing home practice to a publicly traded medical group, she served as a National Medical Director for the organization.
Heather then transitioned to corporate medicine, becoming the Medical Director for Optum Care of Pennsylvania and Delaware. Following a diagnosis of multiple chronic autoimmune diseases, she embraced holistic healing through yoga, mindfulness, and integrative medicine, incorporating functional and naturopathic approaches. Throughout her career, Heather forged strong partnerships with community resources to enhance patient care and grow her practice. She now brings that collaborative vision to the ATHA Foundation, aiming to expand outreach, increase visibility, and market its services effectively.
2219 Seacrest Blvd
Delray Beach, FL 33444
(561) 857-1157
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