Meet the Legacy Park Community Board

Karen Arnold-Korzeniowski

Karen is a mom to three children (Joey 14, Lily 8, and Ava 7) who have all attended the Jenkintown schools since moving into the neighborhood in 2022. Professionally, Karen’s background is in oncology nursing and currently she is the Managing Editor of OncoLink, a Penn Medicine website that provides free oncology education and tools for patients, their loved ones, and healthcare providers. When looking to move from their former home, Jenkintown was first on the list for Karen and her family and they often visited the playground while looking at homes. It was always a place the whole family felt welcomed and comfortable, and Karen is honored to continuing to help make Legacy Park a reality for current and future families to enjoy.

Bria Gardner

Bria is originally from Abington and attended Abington High School, where she met her husband. After college, her husband began the long and laborious process of becoming a rheumatologist. His training took them to Virginia, North Carolina, and Massachusetts. When deciding where to settle down for good, Bria and her husband knew they wanted to return to the Philadelphia area to raise their children near extended family. Having grown up in the region, they knew Jenkintown would be a perfect fit for them! Their first-born son is thriving in Kindergarten at JES and they also have a rambunctious 2.5 year old daughter. Bria is a dreamer and Pinterest enthusiast by nature. By trade, she is an education consultant, having worked with Teach For America, The New Teacher Project (TNTP), and Teachstone to coach teachers, analyze and distribute data, write literacy curricula, design and refine new teacher training programs, and encourage teachers and administrators to push boundaries. She has a penchant for challenging conventions and enjoys thinking outside the box. Bria is honored to serve on the Community Board for Legacy Park at Jenkintown Elementary!

Kelly Hudson

Kelly is a former educator who now works in interior design, bringing creativity and organization to both her professional and community endeavors. As a mother of four daughters—three of whom attend Jenkintown Elementary—she and her family have deep roots in the borough, where her husband’s family has lived since 1962. Kelly’s own family has lived on and off in Jenkintown since 2009, further deepening their connection to the community. 

Kelly is passionate about community engagement and has played a vital role in various local initiatives. She has served as Vice President of the HSA, co-chair of the Sustainability Committee, a member of Friends of the Jenkintown Public Library, and Director of Children’s Education at Grace Presbyterian Church. She also founded the Block by Block initiative. Kelly is dedicated to strengthening neighborhood connections. 

Her extensive experience in leadership and volunteer roles has equipped her with the skills to bring people together, fostering collaboration and leveraging diverse talents to create successful events, initiatives, and meaningful community-building efforts in Jenkintown.

Gia Ranson

Gia is excited to serve on the volunteer board for the community playground. As an early intervention special education teacher, she is deeply committed to supporting children and helping them reach their fullest potential. Her work with families has reinforced her appreciation for inclusive spaces, particularly those that serve the youngest members of the community.

She lives in Jenkintown with her two children—one in elementary school and the other in high school. Parenting has given her valuable insight into the importance of safe, engaging outdoor spaces where children can play, learn, and grow. She believes the playground is more than just a space for fun; it serves as a critical foundation for community bonding and healthy child development.

Gia looks forward to collaborating with fellow board members and community leaders to enhance the playground. Together, they can build a space that reflects the community’s values and supports the needs of all families. She is grateful for the opportunity to contribute to an initiative that holds deep meaning for her and her family.

Colleen Manfredi

Colleen is a dedicated mom, active community volunteer, and former fashion industry professional. After a successful career in product development in New York City, she transitioned to being a stay-at-home mom to focus on raising her two children, Reed, a third grader, and Emma, a second grader. Since moving to Jenkintown in 2016, she has become deeply involved in the community, frequently volunteering at school and serving on local boards. She enjoys contributing her skills and creativity to support both her family and the community.

Anna Cecchini Diskin, RA – Project Manager

Anna is a registered architect and project manager with over 20 years of experience in building design and construction. She holds a Bachelor of Architecture (cum laude) from Drexel University (2004) and became a licensed architect in 2009.

In 2021, Anna and her family moved to Jenkintown Borough, drawn to its close-knit community.   Since her boys have spent a lot of time on the playground both during and after school as a meet up place for friends and pick-up sports, she is excited to be lending her expertise to the design and construction of Legacy Park at Jenkintown Elementary.

Anna is an active volunteer with Jenkintown HSA Board and enjoys photographing families in and around Philadelphia and Montgomery County. 

Professional Experience:

• Dan Bosin Associates – Project Manager (2018–Present)
• Blackney Hayes – Senior Project Architect (2014–2018)
• Friday Architects and Planners – Senior Project Architect (2009–2014)
• Culpen & Woods Architects – Interior Project Manager (2006–2008)
• David Varnish Architects – Project Manager (2006)
• Christiani Johnston Architects – Job Captain (2004–2006)

Notable Projects:
Franklin Square Playground & Fountain, Moore College of Art, Carpenters’ Hall Renovations, Aloft Hotel, Bryn Mawr College School of Social Work, Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School, Reading Terminal Market, Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School, and Cuisinart Hotel and Spa.

Jillian Greenberry

Jillian is an architect, educator, and mom of two boys who has called Jenkintown home for almost a decade. She earned multiple degrees from Temple University, including a Master’s in Architecture, a Bachelor’s in Science of Architecture, and two minors in Landscape Design and the Arts. Along the way, she picked up several academic honors and served in various leadership roles; she received the Architecture Department Memorial Award for Academic Excellence, the Architectural Research Centers Consortium King Student Medal for contribution to the field, graduated from her undergraduate degree cum laude, and was awarded the Alpha Rho Chi Medal for leadership, service, and merit in architectural education. She’s also been involved in architectural education and currently teaches foundation studio as an adjunct professor.

Jillian loves the way architecture blends art and science, especially how design impacts communities and shapes the way people experience space. She strongly believes that design can strengthen communities and hopes to put that ethos to the test while designing Legacy Park. When she’s not designing or teaching, she’s busy chasing after her two young boys, Arthur and Wesley, volunteering her time with JCA, and enjoying life in Jenkintown.