About Brighton Light House

FOUNDER

Anna is an award-winning author, as well as a workshop and retreat facilitator through her small business, Heart Connected. She received her BA in Interdisciplinary Humanities from Michigan State University and her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Michigan (for the record, she will forever remain a Spartan).

At Heart Connected, Anna holds space for guests to use yoga, writing, meditation, and art to tune in to the wisdom and peace they carry in their hearts.

After years of traveling to events around Michigan and other parts of the country, Anna wanted to focus her work on her local community. She achieved that and more in building Brighton Light House with Daniel and their team.

Anna is delighted to be able to offer inspiring yet functional spaces, and enriching personal growth and professional development programs to the community through Brighton Light House.

Anna and Daniel live in Brighton with their three children and two labradoodles.

PRESIDENT/FOUNDER

Daniel Oginsky loves working with people to build things, restoration projects, history, and art. His vision, with Anna and the amazing work of many skilled people, created the physical space that now houses Brighton Light House. Daniel is our resident Historian and ready to tell stories about the property and its history for as long as you will listen!

Daniel’s experience includes 20 years as a senior executive (leading legal, regulatory and government affairs, communications, strategic planning, and human resources) and regulatory lawyer in the energy industry, with a heavy focus on infrastructure. He now leads Heartmonic Holdings (of which Brighton Light House is a part).

Daniel is is inspired by creating and building new ventures. Coupling his years of experience as an attorney and executive with his experience building Heartmonic, he is a valued strategic partner to our community, and eager to talk to you about your business idea and turning it into reality!

DIRECTOR, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Kelly Luck is a born and raised native of Brighton, who now resides in Fenton with her husband, two sons and two labradoodles.

Upon receiving her accounting and finance degrees from Michigan State University, Kelly worked in public accounting as an auditor. After leaving public accounting, Kelly began her own consulting firm, offering contract CFO and other accounting services to many Ann Arbor based small businesses and local entrepreneurs.

Kelly is grateful and proud to return to her Brighton roots as the Business Manager for the Brighton Light House.

COMMUNITY MANAGER, EXPERIENCE AND ENGAGEMENT

With over 15 years of experience in both facility management and event planning, Melissa is an ideal fit for the role of Community Manager-Experience and Engagement.

Her background in member services, foundation management, and training coordination make her a unique fit for the role, but it was her aspiration to make more meaningful connections within the community and desire to be part of something inspiring that led her to Brighton Light House.

Melissa is a Michigan native who planted roots in Brighton six years ago with her husband, two children and Weimaraner. She is an award-winning professional photographer with a passion for capturing newborn photography.

On weekends and evenings during the spring and fall you will most likely find her on a soccer field, with a messy bun and a whistle around her neck, coaching a youth soccer team from Hartland United FC.

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR

Brooke is a recent graduate of Northern Michigan University where she played five seasons of collegiate soccer and earned a degree in Applied Exercise Science with a concentration in Clinical Exercise Science.

Brooke's diverse background includes two years as a property manager, where she developed strong skills in facility management and event coordination.

She is passionate about Heartmonic Holdings' mission to make a positive impact on the community and is excited to bring her experience and enthusiasm to help create meaningful programs that support individuals in their personal and professional growth. With a unique blend of athletic discipline, management expertise, and a deep commitment to helping others, Brooke is ready to contribute to the success of Heartmonic Holdings' initiatives.

VOLUNTEER

Kathleen Hodges is a Registered Nurse and Certified Reflexologist, as well as a Reiki Master, Zentangle Teacher (CZT), and trained hypnotherapist. She believes that creating promotes a sense of well being and healing. She incorporates her years of experience as a mother, teacher and health care professional into her love of artistic expression in all forms and enjoys sharing opportunities to explore different mediums with others, whether in the garden or constructing a junk journal. Her interests include mixed media, collage, photography, paper crafts, gardening and sewing.

Kathleen is a member of ULC Ministries and Northville Art House. Her work has been featured at Art Prize in Grand Rapids, First Fridays in Ypsilanti (Art Walk), and Northville Art House member exhibits.