Foothills Performing Arts & Civic Center
24 Market St, Oneonta, NY, United States, New York 13820
The Power To Move – Community Screening & Panel Discussion
Admission by Donation
Step into a night of inspiration, outrage, and collective action. We’re not just watching a film—we’re igniting a movement to break the bureaucratic chains that keep mobility equipment out of home.
The Power To Move zeroes in on these injustices, revealing how red tape and one-size-fits-all programs stall life-changing innovation. But it doesn’t stop there: this documentary charts the blueprints for a future driven by respect, collaboration, and open-hardware *A” target=”_blank” title=”systems.
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Matt Lacey
VP of the board and Director of R&D
Matt’s background is in manufacturing and industrial maintenance. As a maintenance technician, he’s worked on both electrical and mechanical machinery. Matt grew up in a family that always did their own work to repair anything at their homes. From house repair to automotive and lawn equipment they would just get things done. Even neighbors in need of repair assistance can always count on him to do what they can not. He believes a community should come together and utilize each person’s skills to help each other and those who can not help themselves. He has a wife and 3 grown children that are making their own way in the world. His journey with The MIF began before its inception while helping Tom to repair and upgrade his chair. From those early beginnings he’s helping shape what we can do for generations to come
Donna Quiter
Board Trustee
Self described as a daughter, wife, and mother of persons with disabilities it is easy to see why she believes in our cause. Outside of her involvement in several family businesses she has previous long term employment at an insurance company, a home for disabled veterans, and as a purchasing clerk for a state university. Her experience with both financial management and disability make her the right fit for this
