• Leads public engagement strategy for the Association• Advances the Senior Team in the implementation of the Association’s programs, priorities, and projects• Leads appointed and volunteer groups (Public Policy and Advocacy Committee, PT-PAC, PT-PAC Board of Trustees, State Legislative Chairs, Federal Affairs Liaisons, RUC/HCPAC Representatives, APTA Media Corps) in partnership with Board chair and staff colleagues• Provides strategic insight, counsel, data and intelligence to… Show more • Leads public engagement strategy for the Association• Advances the Senior Team in the implementation of the Association’s programs, priorities, and projects• Leads appointed and volunteer groups (Public Policy and Advocacy Committee, PT-PAC, PT-PAC Board of Trustees, State Legislative Chairs, Federal Affairs Liaisons, RUC/HCPAC Representatives, APTA Media Corps) in partnership with Board chair and staff colleagues• Provides strategic insight, counsel, data and intelligence to executive leadership and the Board of Directors on best practices related to the work of the Government Affairs, Policy and Regulatory Affairs, Insurer Relations, and Public Relations through briefings, reports and presentations• Advances and fosters external relationships with thought leaders, stakeholder organizations and entities for partnership, strategic counsel, insight and business opportunities which align with Senior Team, the APTA brand, and organizational priorities• Accountable for staff management and appraising staff performance in the unit, including directly supervising and coaching staff, recruitment and retention of team members and ensuring morale, engagement, and participation in the workplace• Advances quality assurance and continuous quality/performance improvement in unit activities, including annual assessments of respective budget activities Show less

APA advocates for federal policies and legislation that advance human welfare and improve society.Ensure that relevant psychological research, knowledge, and expertise is utilized in the formulation and implementation of policy related to a broad range of public interest areas.Utilize business acumen skills by overseeing annual budget development, monthly budget reconciliation, policy strategy implementation, and programs utilizing a $750K budget.In tandem with Member… Show more APA advocates for federal policies and legislation that advance human welfare and improve society.Ensure that relevant psychological research, knowledge, and expertise is utilized in the formulation and implementation of policy related to a broad range of public interest areas.Utilize business acumen skills by overseeing annual budget development, monthly budget reconciliation, policy strategy implementation, and programs utilizing a $750K budget.In tandem with Member led governance group, develop strategic plan aligned to annual policy priorities.Lead people by supervising, coaching, providing development opportunities, guiding, and consistently providing individualized feedback on the work of the of the Public Interest Advocacy team. Show less

The Administration on Disabilities works with states, communities, and partners in the disability networks to increase the independence, productivity, and community integration of individuals with disabilities. Provided overall strategic planning, leadership and guidance for the Administration on Disabilities programs, staff (30), grantees, and contractors. Advised agency leadership on a wide range of issues and policies by providing recommendations, guidance, proposals, and… Show more The Administration on Disabilities works with states, communities, and partners in the disability networks to increase the independence, productivity, and community integration of individuals with disabilities. Provided overall strategic planning, leadership and guidance for the Administration on Disabilities programs, staff (30), grantees, and contractors. Advised agency leadership on a wide range of issues and policies by providing recommendations, guidance, proposals, and reports concerning complex problems and issues affecting individuals with disabilities.Oversaw the agencies finances, operations, and programs including: a $400 million budget; human resources, budget, procurement, internal control matters, grant awards, and monitoring.Under authorities provided by the Developmental Disabilities Act (DD Act), the Rehabilitation Act (Independent Living), the Help America Vote Act, the Assistive Technology Act of 1998, and the Public Health Service Act, worked to improve opportunities for people with disabilities to access quality services and supports, achieve economic self-sufficiency, and experience equality and inclusion in all facets of community life. Show less

The Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AIDD), formerly the Administration on Developmental Disabilities, is dedicated to ensuring that individuals with developmental disabilities and their families are able to fully participate in and contribute to all aspects of community life in the United States and its territories.Responsibility for oversight and planning for AIDD grantees which form the developmental disabilities network, or DD Network: State Councils on… Show more The Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AIDD), formerly the Administration on Developmental Disabilities, is dedicated to ensuring that individuals with developmental disabilities and their families are able to fully participate in and contribute to all aspects of community life in the United States and its territories.Responsibility for oversight and planning for AIDD grantees which form the developmental disabilities network, or DD Network: State Councils on Developmental Disabilities; State Protection and Advocacy Systems; and University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities. Also led the development of national priorities through Projects of National Significance and the President”s Committee on Intellectual Disabilities.Provided overall strategic planning, leadership and guidance for AIDD programs, staff (18), grantees, and contractors. Advised agency leadership on a wide range of issues and policies by providing recommendations, guidance, proposals, and reports concerning complex problems and issues affecting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.Oversaw the agencies finances, operations, and programs including: a $200 million budget; human resources, budget, procurement, internal control matters, grant awards, and monitoring. Show less

An independent federal agency that provides advice to the President, Congress, and executive branch agencies on disability related policies, programs, practices, and procedures that guarantee equal opportunity for all individuals with disabilities.Led the organization by building on past accomplishments, furthering the mission and charting future goals and direction for the agency. Responsibilities included implementing the Council’s 5-year strategic, communicating the mission to… Show more An independent federal agency that provides advice to the President, Congress, and executive branch agencies on disability related policies, programs, practices, and procedures that guarantee equal opportunity for all individuals with disabilities.Led the organization by building on past accomplishments, furthering the mission and charting future goals and direction for the agency. Responsibilities included implementing the Council’s 5-year strategic, communicating the mission to various audiences while developing and maintaining sound relationships; and overseeing the agencies finances/$3.2 million budget, human sources; procurement; internal control matters, operations, and programs. Show less

Advised Senators on legislative strategies, initiatives, and policy for assigned issue areas and organized briefings for Committee staff. Legislative and policy portfolio included education, employment, health care, technology issues and oversight/investigations regarding disability policy.Was lead staff responsible for the reauthorization of the Traumatic Brain Injury Act (P.L. 110-206); the Independent Living Centers Technical Adjustment Act (P.L. 111-32); and Rosa’s Law (P.L… Show more Advised Senators on legislative strategies, initiatives, and policy for assigned issue areas and organized briefings for Committee staff. Legislative and policy portfolio included education, employment, health care, technology issues and oversight/investigations regarding disability policy.Was lead staff responsible for the reauthorization of the Traumatic Brain Injury Act (P.L. 110-206); the Independent Living Centers Technical Adjustment Act (P.L. 111-32); and Rosa’s Law (P.L. 111-256). Was responsible for drafting legislation such as Title IV of the Workforce Investment Act of 2003, the Rehabilitation Act; the Javits-Wagner-O’Day and Randolph-Sheppard Acts; and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Act.Assisted with the development of the Ryan White CARE Act (P.L. 109-415); Combating Autism Act (P.L. 109-416); the Americans with Disabilities Restoration Act (P.L. 110-325); and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (P.L. 110-315). Show less

Conducted a comparative policy analysis of the Australian and state of Massachusetts health care systems in terms of access and utilization for persons with disabilities.

Actively participated in the development of disability related legislation and staffed Chairman Judd Gregg on disability policy issues.Was lead staff responsible drafting Title IV of the Workforce Investment Act of 2003, the Rehabilitation Act; and assisted with the development of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (P.L. 108-446).

Directed a $1.2 million dollar federal technical assistance grant from the Department of Health and Human Services, Administration on Developmental Disabilities for University Centers of Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDDs).Coordinated the National Service Inclusion Project, a cooperative agreement between the Corporation for National and Community Service, the Institute for Community Inclusion-University of Massachusetts at Boston, and AUCD.