The Team

Lindsay Given, M.S., CCC-SLP
Director, Speech-Language Pathology

Lindsay is a graduate of Southern Connecticut State University, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Communication Disorders (2001), a Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology (2005), and her Intermediate Administration Certificate (092) in Education Leadership (2016).

She began her career as a Speech Language Pathologist for the Darien Public Schools in 2005, working specifically for the Therapeutic Learning Center (TLC). In 2008, Lindsay began working for the Milford Public Schools as a Speech Language Pathologist. While in Milford she accepted the position of Teacher Leader of Elementary Special Education in 2018 and Teacher Leader for Calf Pen Elementary School in 2021. In 2023, Lindsay became the Assistant Principal of Riverfield Elementary School in Fairfield, CT.

Throughout her career, Lindsay has specialized in the speech and language services of students with Autism and complex learning profiles. She has certifications in PROMPT, Oral Placement Therapy (OPT), Social Thinking, PECS, Cognitive Coaching, and the SOS Approach to Feeding.

As the Director of Speech-Language Pathology for Milestones Behavior Services, Lindsay will oversee the development and growth of the Speech-Language Department and services at Milestones.

Jeanne Hoggatt, B.A., ADN, RN
School Nurse

Jeanne Hoggatt joined Milestones in 2025 as a Registered Nurse, bringing over eight years of experience. Before joining Milestones, she served as a school nurse at a local elementary school, where she cared for 500 students and supported three specialized resource program classrooms. Prior to that, Jeanne worked at the Milestones (formerly known as CCCD) for six years before returning to school to pursue her Registered Nurse credentials.

In her current role, Jeanne promotes student health by managing medical conditions, administering medications, providing first aid, and ensuring immunization compliance. She also serves as a health resource for students, staff, and parents. Additionally, Jeanne assesses students’ health needs, manages medical emergencies, and supports students with chronic illnesses or disabilities.

Jeanne holds a Bachelor of Science and Mental Health from Rhode Island College, an Associate’s Degree in Nursing from St. Vincent’s College, and is CPR/AED/BLS Certified.

Corrine Andrade
Director, Human Resources

Corrine joined Milestones in January 2025 bringing over 20 years of human resources experience from public and private organizations across various industries such as telecommunications, finance, and non-profit. Before joining Milestones, she served as a substitute teacher at various K-12 schools.

Corrine earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of Hartford and her MBA from Sacred Heart University. She holds a Senior Professional of HR (SPHR) certification from SHRM as well as her CT Life, Accident and Health Producer license from CT Insurance Department. Corrine’s expertise and current focus spans across all facets of HR and her diverse background fosters an ability to support a positive and inclusive work environment.

Angela Lankester, M.S., BCBA, LBA (CT)
Assistant Clinical Director

Angela Lankester joined Milestones in February 2011 as an instructional assistant, working her way up to Assistant Clinical Director after gaining experience as a member of the instructional staff, classroom BCBA, and senior BCBA. As an Assistant Clinical Director, she oversees classrooms in collaboration with a special education teacher and a classroom BCBA, provides ongoing supervision to BCBA candidates, and helps improve socially significant behaviors in students with autism.

Angela is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed Behavior Analyst in the state of Connecticut. She has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Southern Connecticut State University and a Masters in Autism Spectrum Disorders from College of Our Lady of the Elms.

Mel L. Horton, Ed.D. Director

Dr. Mel L. Horton serves as the Dean of the Isabelle Farrington College of Education and Human Development (FCEHD) at Sacred Heart University. In this role, she manages a significant budget, leads a team of 25 full-time faculty, and oversees more than 20 programs across two campuses. Her leadership has been instrumental in driving the continued success and growth of the college.

Before assuming the deanship, Dr. Horton spent 5.5 years as the associate dean of the FCEHD, where she spearheaded new program development, accreditation efforts, and budget management. Prior to joining SHU, she held the role of associate dean at Central Connecticut State University for five years.

Dr. Horton earned her Doctor of Education degree from the University of Virginia, specializing in adapted physical education with minors in research and instructional technology. Earlier in her career, she was a tenured associate professor at both The Sage Colleges and Winthrop University. Her expertise lies in assessment and accreditation, areas where she has built a strong reputation both within and beyond SHU. A respected Lead Site Visitor for the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) for over a decade, she has conducted numerous reviews to ensure that educator preparation programs meet rigorous national standards. Additionally, Dr. Horton has made impactful contributions as a national academy consultant for edTPA, delivering invited workshops across the U.S. over the past eight years.

Sundeep G. Harper, Esq. Director

Sundeep Harper is an accomplished attorney and the founder of Harper Law, a solo practice based in Milford, Connecticut, providing dedicated legal services in real estate, estate planning, probate law, and business matters. Serving clients across New Haven and Fairfield counties and the Connecticut Shoreline, Sundeep brings a comprehensive understanding of complex legal issues and a client-centered approach. With a proven track record of community involvement, Sundeep previously served as a board member of the Middlesex County Bar Association, contributing to professional development and regional legal initiatives.

Sundeep’s extensive legal experience, combined with a commitment to community service and strategic problem-solving, positions her as a valuable member of the board at Milestone Behavioral Services. Sundeep is excited to bring her expertise and passion for public service to support and enhance the organization’s mission.

Stephanie McCathron
Director, Information Technology

Stephanie joined Milestones as a consultant in April 2024 with over 20 years of experience in the information technology (IT) space, becoming a full-time employee that August. Prior to joining Milestones, she served as Director of IT for an international manufacturing company where she was responsible for all aspects of the information technology landscape. She holds a Master of Engineering in the Management of Technology and is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute (PMI). She brings expertise in application development, vendor relations, cyber security, and business process improvement.

In her role as IT Director, she is charged with the creation of the strategic IT plan to help leadership, staff, and students to deliver programs and services that enhance teaching, learning, and operations through technology. She also collaborates with leadership to meet security compliance requirements, while managing expenses within budget.

Barbara Aguilar
Controller

Joining Milestones in July 2009, Barbara brings over 17 years of experience as a billing specialist to the organization. Prior to joining Milestones, she spent five years working for attorneys focused on immigration and human rights, where she advanced from a secretary to a legal assistant.

As Controller, Barbara collaborates with the Senior Vice President of Finance to oversee and manage the accounting and finance departments. She holds an Associate of Science in Accounting from Housatonic Community College and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Sacred Heart University.

She is also a proud parent of two children with autism.

Ana Lisboa
Manager, Human Resources
Title IX Coordinator

Ana joined Milestones in October 2021 with over 20 years of experience in human resources. Prior to joining the team, she served as the Human Resources Manager at a local nursing home. In her role, she acted as an advisor and partner to the leadership team, and managed many areas within the department including recruitment, payroll, benefits, and onboarding. During her time there, she also developed a standard performance improvement process that was used throughout the organization.

As the Human Resources Manager at Milestones, Ana works closely with senior management to facilitate employee relations, leave administration, worker’s compensation claims and management, benefit administration, and several other HR related duties. She is also involved in efforts to increase employee engagement and assists with recruiting as needed.

Ana holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration as well as a Certificate in Human Resources from the University of Bridgeport. She is a Title IX Coordinator at Milestones and can be reached at 203-799-4110 x 660 or [email protected].

Katie Dube
Special Education Coordinator, Wolf Harbor Campus

Katie joined Milestones in 2017 as a Special Education Teacher. In 2022 she became a Senior Special Education Teacher and in 2023 took on the role of Special Education Coordinator. Katie currently provides support for students ranging in age from 15-22 including transition planning for next steps upon completion of the program and transitioning to adult life. She is responsible for supporting Special Education teachers within all aspects of their position, some of which include IEP development, classroom management, and student assessments. She is a mentor in the Teacher Education and Mentoring Program (TEAM) and supports beginning teachers through the TEAM process.

Katie has worked in the field of special education since 2001, providing home and in school services for children with Autism from ages 3 and up. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science, a master’s degree in Special Education as well as state certification in Special Education (K-12).

Elena Almodovar
Executive Team Administrator

Elena joined Milestones in 2011 and has spent over a decade supporting the school program to ensure children and families are accessing the services they need. She worked in instructional roles in the classroom for six years and then began coordinating behavioral services with families and school districts.

As the Executive Team Administrator, Elena serves as the point person for parent and school district inquiries for student placement. She collaborates with the Intake Team to process student referrals and supports the Executive Team with tuition contract management, event planning, and a variety of other projects.

Elena holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UCONN.

Britta Wehmann-Bell, M.S., BCBA, LBA (CT)
Clinical Director, Milestones Clinic

Britta joined Milestones in March 2019 as a Senior Behavior Analyst before transitioning to her role of Clinical Director in 2020. She has over 25 years of experience working in the field of autism treatment and applied behavior analysis. Prior to joining Milestones, Britta provided school consultation, as well as ABA services in a residential program, in home, and in communities throughout Connecticut and Massachusetts.

As the Clinical Director of the Milestones Clinic, she oversees the outpatient treatment program and staff while maintaining accepted standards of medical practice throughout the facility. She also provides consultation to adult programs.

Britta holds a Master of Science in Applied Behavioral Analysis from Northeastern University. She is a Licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst and has presented research and lectures on autism and behavior analysis at state and national conferences.

Nicole Playford
Senior Vice President, Finance

Nicole joined Milestones in January 2021 with over 18 years of experience managing corporate accounting functions and developing business strategies for organizations in a variety of industries. Prior to joining Milestones, she served as the Chief Financial Officer at an electrical company, managing all aspects of the financial operations for the organization.

As the Senior Vice President of Finance at Milestones, Nicole oversees and provides strategic direction on the accounting and finance functions for the organization. She collaborates with her team and other departments to develop and maintain streamlined processes to efficiently manage the company’s financial operations.

April Begin
Director, Marketing & Communications

April joined Milestones in September 2022 with over 15 years of experience developing marketing strategies for businesses across a variety of industries. Prior to joining Milestones, she worked for a healthcare communications company where she helped establish the marketing infrastructure and further develop the brand.

As the Director of Marketing and Communications, her goal is to drive awareness for autism in our local communities and effectively communicate the support Milestones provides to children and their families, school districts, and other local organizations for professional development.

April holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Southern Connecticut State University.

David Crowle
Director

Mr. Crowle has been a founding and Managing Partner for the past 13 years at Dock Street Capital Management (“Dock Street”). Dock Street is an SEC Registered Investment Advisor providing Asset Management, Asset Disposition, and Asset Acquisition Services to a broad range of public and private institutions and structured credit investors. Mr. Crowle has built Dock Street into the industry leader in public and private portfolio dispositions. The firm has managed the public and private liquidation and disposition of over $54 billion of structured credit securities and Credit Default Swaps for various types of financial institutions (over 16,000 unique CUSIPs/ISINs). Mr. Crowle has initiated replacement manager mandates on 120 CDO’s with an aggregate principal balance of over $18 billion (AUM as of Jan 2022 was approx. $2.65 billion across 57 deals). In addition to his new business mandates Mr. Crowle is also the Chief Compliance Officer for Dock Street and handles all of internal and external compliance responsibilities. Finally, Mr. Crowle is a Registered Representative of Beech Hill Securities and holds his Series 7, 63 and 65 licenses.

Previous to Dock Street, Mr. Crowle worked at KBC Financial Products where his responsibilities included the marketing of advisory, CDO re-structuring and replacement manager services. Prior to KBC FP, Mr. Crowle spent 7 years at MBIA across multiple capacities covering new business, portfolio management and risk management. Mr. Crowle started at MBIA in 2001 as a Vice President in the CDO and Structured Products group mainly responsible for generating new business. Over the course of 6 years, Mr. Crowle ascended in title (working up to Director) and responsibilities including new business generation (which encompassed marketing, structuring, negotiating and underwriting of CDO’s and structured products), risk management, portfolio workout, budgeting and international business management. Mr. Crowle concluded his tenor at MBIA serving as a senior risk officer responsible for creating and implementing MBIA’s Risk Management Platform for both the Structured and Municipal Finance. Prior to MBIA, Mr. Crowle spent time at BNP Paribas managing and directing the issuance of their Synthetic CLO business, totaling over $10bn. Prior to BNP Paribas, Mr. Crowle was a portfolio manager for 4 years at Bank Austria on the “buy- side” jointly managing a $7bn ABS portfolio. Mr. Crowle graduated from Sacred Heart University with a B.S. in both Finance and Business Administration.

Heather Wolsic
Behavioral Learning Network

Heather Wolsic has over twelve years of operational experience within the nightlife/hospitality industry having served as the General Manager and Director of Operations for multiple, profitable and elite venues in Hollywood including deep, Forty Deuce, Nacional, Area, Hyde, S-Bar. In 2007, she accepted the role of General Manager with the Tao Group, where she was tasked with opening Lavo Las Vegas including hiring and training 421 employees and navigating the opening during an uncertain economic time.

Upon returning to Los Angeles, Ms. Wolsic founded and served as Managing Partner for Snuggg Management LLC where she was responsible for business development and brand marketing. In her role, Heather has been credited in helping to pioneer the celebrity DJ culture. To date, her artists have been featured in such publications as Variety, Us Weekly, People, Rolling Stone, OK!, and Star, as well as numerous appearances on a variety of highly-rated televisions shows including Access Hollywood, E! Entertainment, American Idol, The Voice, The Ellen Degeneres Show, the Tonight Show with Jay Leno, and Larry King Live. Her artists performed at world renowned concerts and events including the GRAMMY Awards, BET Awards, Power House, and EDC and held exclusive venue residencies at nightclubs in cities around the world including Las Vegas, Hollywood, New York, Miami, Tokyo, Paris and Dubai.

After meeting her now husband, Dr. Gregory Elsky, CEO and Founder of Behavioral Learning Network (BLN), Heather exited the nightclub arena to assist him in building BLN into a multi-state organization that is focused on maintaining results driven applied behavior analytic treatment for children with autism. She currently serves as Executive Vice President of Business Operations of the organization overseeing all administrative functions including but not limited to structuring and strategic growth. Ms. Wolsic is deeply honored to join the Milestone’s board and is committed to further supporting Milestone’s mission of applying the power of behavior analysis to improve the lives of people with developmental disabilities or other educational needs.

Anna Friedberg
Chair

Anna is currently the Board Chair for Milestones. She joined in 2020 and is passionate about supporting the organizations work and the students and families they serve. Anna is the President and founder of Tillid Group where she focuses on investigations, monitoring, mediating disputes, and devising and implementing compliance programs. She is Deputy Monitor of the Nunez Consent Decree which is focused on reducing the violence in the NYC jails, creating a safer environment for Staff and incarcerated inmates, and supporting sustainable reform to the culture of the Department of Correction. Anna also serves as the Deputy Monitor overseeing the Horizon Juvenile Detention Center, which is focused on working with the Administration of Children Services on improving the conditions of confinement for 16- and 17-year-old adolescent offenders.

Anna is an active member of her community. In addition to her work with Milestones, she serves as the Executive Director of the Skyview Acres Land Trust, working to preserve open space, forests and natural areas and limiting commercial development in Ramapo, NY. She also is a mom of two young toddlers who keep her busy and on her toes.

Paul J. Piasecki, CPA Vice Chair

Many years ago, my good friend Suzanne Letso asked me to join a Board of Directors for a new school that would move forward the idea of providing educational services to children with autism. My experience with autism was very limited at the time but I saw the desire and drive behind Suzanne and Roger’s plans. How could I say no?

Fast forward 25+ years and it is incredible to see how those “sparse” beginnings in a church basement are still full steam ahead. As current Vice Chair, it is my honor to have gone along for this ride and been associated with the many amazing people at Milestones in some small way. Interestingly enough, I now have a very special grandson, Jack, who has autism, and my Board service has given me greater insights I might not have had otherwise. Paul is a Partner at The Innovative CPA Group.

Martin McCann
Board Treasurer

Martin joined the Board in 2003 and is deeply committed to Milestones’ mission and community. Professionally, Martin is an attorney with over 25 years of experience in business formation, mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, reorganizations, venture capital and private equity investment, taxation, commercial lending, real property and equipment leasing, technology licensing and other business transactions. He holds the highest peer review rating by Martindale-Hubbell (AV Preeminent®), and practices in Fairfield, Connecticut. He is licensed to practice law in Connecticut and New York.

Over the years, Martin has been a volunteer member of a variety of charitable and nonprofit organizations including The Nichols Improvement Association, Connecticut Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts, Trumbull Rotary, and the Fairfield County Community Foundation. And, despite a life-long passion and years of dedication, lessons, practice and performance, Martin is an extraordinarily mediocre guitar player.

Heather LaTorra
Director

In a notable career that spans 39 years, Heather has risen from entry level to the position of President and CEO of Marrakech, a role she has held since 2014. Her dynamic leadership and commitment to individuals Marrakech serves has earned her many accolades and resulted in her becoming a highly regarded nonprofit leader in the New Haven region. As such she serves as Board Chair for the Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce, the Workers Comp Trust, and the Board of Directors for Milestones Behavioral Services. In addition, Heather is a proud volunteer with the New Haven Reads Program.

Significant achievements include serving as keynote speaker at Southern Connecticut State University’s graduate commencement ceremony in 2017, recognition in New Haven Biz and the New Haven Power 50 list in 2020 as well as receiving the Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce Women in Advocacy Award in 2019. Heather remains a top speaker at nonprofit funding related rallies organized by the Alliance for Community Nonprofits in Hartford. While honored to have been recognized in this way, she is most proud of her contribution to the success of the people Marrakech supports, the employees dedicated to these individuals, and the community committed to the service of individuals of all abilities.

Christopher B. Carveth, Esq.
Carveth & Foley, Attorneys at Law

Chris has served on the Milestones Board since its inception, and has served as President and counsel during the expansion of programming and services from Fairfield to Milford and now to Orange.

Chris, a native of Montreal, Quebec, is a graduate of the University of Bridgeport (1972), University of Notre Dame London Centre for Legal Studies (1974) and the Columbus School of Law, Catholic University of America, where he received his Juris Doctorate in 1975. He believes in the mission of Milestones and has enjoyed 20+ years of volunteer service along with the executive team and fellow Board of Director members. He has assisted the school in the acquisition of the Bridgeport Avenue and Wolf Harbor Road campuses in Milford and the new Boston Post Road facility in Orange.

A practicing attorney for 44 years at Carveth & Foley, Attorneys at Law based in Milford, he also serves as a Police Commissioner in Orange where he and his wife, Attorney Kimberly Sweeney, make their home. His other community activities include serving as a Connecticut Justice of the Peace, Co-founder and President of River Park Elderly Housing in Milford, and past Lt. Governor of the New England District of Kiwanis International.

Bill Donlon
Director

Billy Donlon has been a supporter of Milestones since its inception as Connecticut Center of Child Development in 1987. He was a founding member of the Milestones Board. Billy has devoted his life to helping children and teens realize their potential by helping them increase their skills, self-acceptance and self-esteem. He retired from his first career in the NYC Police Force as a Detective in the Brooklyn Street Gang Unit. On 9-11, Billy was a First Responder to the Twin Towers attack on our nation. For over a decade, he was a Job Coach with Nassau County Boards of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) and Eden II Group Home Manager. Eden II is a not-for-profit, in East Meadow, NY, that provides the maximum help possible to the autism community through education, adult day programs, residential care and family support. As the Facility Manager for the Elija School and Farm in South Huntington, NY, Billy works to “Champion Hope” for the parents, educators, professionals and caregivers of individuals on the autism spectrum.

Always finding time for his children and neighbors, Billy has been the middle and high school girls’ lacrosse, girls’ volleyball, boys’ and girls’ basketball coach in Hicksville, NY. His other volunteer activities have been with the Organization of Autism Research, Arlington, VA and the Knights of Columbus. Billy is an integral part of the Board bringing his professional experience, with autism organizations, and personal insight, from having a happy and handsome young adult son with autism, to the short and long-term decisions made for the successful growth of Milestones.

Glenn Vaill
Director, Facilities & Transportation

Glenn Vaill has been with Milestones since 2015 as the Director of Facilities and Transportation. He first worked with this not-for-profit as the Project Superintendent on the 30,860 square-foot new construction of the Wolf Harbor school, 2009-2010. In 2016-2017, he was part of the team that planned and oversaw the renovation to the 30,000-square-foot Boston Post Road facility. This turned medical offices into four floors of classrooms, an administrative office wing, gym, student kitchen, recreation rooms, conference rooms and an outside play area. Glenn is responsible for the upkeep, maintenance and overseeing the security technology of all Milestones’ campuses. In addition, there is a fleet of 17 vehicles that are maintained for student activity transportation and the Adult Day Program. Prior to joining Milestones, Glenn spent 32 years in commercial construction working for three companies as foreman/superintendent of jobs throughout Connecticut.

Tracy Sanford, M.S., BCBA, LBA (CT)
Vice President, School Services

Tracy Sanford has been teaching and programming for students with autism since 2002, joining Milestones in 2003. She holds a Master of Science degree in Special Education, certification as a Special Education Teacher and is a Licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has completed her sixth year advanced studies degree in Educational Leadership and holds her certification in Intermediate Administration (092).

Tracy previously served in many positions with the organization including as a Special Education Teacher, Assistant Director of Special Education, Assistant Principal, and Principal, and is currently the Vice President of School Services at Milestones.

Robert Sanford
Vocational Manager

Bobby Sanford has been with Milestones for thirteen years working with teens and adults on the autism spectrum. As Vocational Program Manager, Bobby has increased the number of job training sites from five to thirty. Prior to this position, he was in the classroom and was Milestones’ Summer Camp and After School Coordinator. Bobby is a graduate of Eastern Connecticut State University. Bobby received the Milestones Going the Extra Miles Dedication and Commitment Award at the 20th Anniversary Gala in May 2018.

Rebecca Pleckaitis, M.S.
Special Education Coordinator, Boston Post Road Campus

Rebecca Pleckaitis holds a Masters in Educational Leadership and is certified in Special Education and Elementary Education. She has been teaching Special Education since 2005, and programmed for students with special needs in both residential facilities and public school before joining Milestones in 2008. Rebecca has served as a Special Education Teacher at Milestones, and is currently the Special Education Coordinator. She provides support for students in grades K-12, overseeing programming and IEP development and implementation for students with higher functioning autism. Rebecca is responsible for consulting with Special Education teachers in developing goals and objectives related to transition planning, grade level curriculum, inclusion and social skills. She is also a TEAM mentor for the Connecticut Teacher Induction Program.

Megan McCarron, M.S., BCBA
Licensed Behavior Analyst in CT
Director, Support Services

Megan McCarron holds a Master of Science in Child Development, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and has worked in the field of autism treatment since 1992. Megan has experience providing services for children with autism in private school, home, and community settings and in new program startup. She joined Milestones in 1999 and has served as an Assistant Director in what is now the Wolf Harbor Campus, the Clinical Director at the Bridgeport Ave. Campus, and is currently overseeing the Registered Behavior Technicians training program across campuses.

Megan presents lectures and workshops on autism and Behavior Analysis at local and national conferences and served as a subject matter expert at the Behavior Analysis Certification Board.

Marissa Nettleton, M.S., BCBA, LBA (CT)
Assistant Principal

Marissa began working at Milestones in 2011. She holds a Master’s degree and certification in Special Education (K-12) with concentration in Autism Spectrum Disorders and is a Licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has also completed her sixth-year advanced studies degree in Educational Leadership from Quinnipiac University and holds her certification in Intermediate Administration (092).

Marissa started with Milestones as an Instructional Assistant, becoming a Special Education Teacher in 2013. She then transitioned into the role of Special Education Coordinator, providing support for students ranging in ages from 3 to 22 and providing mentorship to Special Education teachers across classrooms. She is currently the Assistant Principal at Milestones and is also a TEAM mentor and TEAM reviewer supporting beginning teachers through the TEAM process.

Marisa D’Amico, M.A., BCBA, LBA (CT) Clinical Director, Wolf Harbor Campus

Marisa D’Amico began working for Milestones in 2005 as an Instructional Assistant. Since then she has held the roles of Extra Steps Supervisor, Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst, and completed her Master’s Degree in Special Education. In 2014, she became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Marisa was an Assistant Clinical Director at Milestones for 9 years and is currently the Clinical Director at our Wolf Harbor Road campus, providing support for students ranging from 3-22 years, in addition to providing direct training, and supervision to Registered Behavior Technicians and prospective Behavior Analysts. Marisa is responsible for supporting and consulting with the Special Education teachers and classroom Behavior Analysts, classroom management, and student assessments. She is also an on-site Physical Management Training (PMT) instructor providing initial and on-going training to staff throughout all campuses.

Kate S. Marcel, M.S., BCBA
Licensed Behavior Analyst in CT
Special Education Coordinator, Wolf Harbor Campus

Kate S. Marcel holds a Master’s Degree and certification in Special Education (K-12) and became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in 2017. She began working at Milestones in 2012 as an Instructional Assistant and became a Special Education Teacher in 2013. In 2016, she became a Special Education Coordinator. Kate currently provides support for students ranging in age from 15-21. Kate is also responsible for supporting Special Education teachers within all aspects of their position, some of which include IEP development, classroom management, and student assessments. She is a mentor in the Teacher Education and Mentoring Program (TEAM) and supports beginning teachers through the TEAM process.

Giacoma Venditti, M.A., BCBA,
Licensed Behavior Analyst in CT
Assistant Director

Giacoma Venditti is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed Behavior Analyst in the state of Connecticut. She has a Masters of Arts degree in Professional Behavior Analysis from Florida Institute of Technology. Giacoma joined Milestones in 2002 as an Instructional Assistant and has had the opportunity to work with a wide range of students and provide training and supervision to many employees as she has grown and advanced both within the organization and within the field of Behavior Analysis. In her current role as an Assistant Director, Giacoma assists with the Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT) credentialing of Milestones staff, as well as providing support with clinical operations and training. Additionally, she has served as a BACB subject matter expert on RBT related topics and has presented lectures and workshops at local conferences.

Elizabeth Cranmer, M.S., BCBA, LBA (CT)
Director, Training & Professional Development

Liz Cranmer holds a Master of Science in Behavior Analysis, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and is a Licensed Behavior Analyst in Connecticut and New York. She has worked in the field of autism treatment since 2001, providing services for children with autism in private school, home, and community settings. She is currently the Director of Training across Milestones programs. During her time at Milestones, she has also served as Clinical Director at the Wolf Harbor Campus and Clinical Director of Consultative Services. She has provided in-home consultation, professional trainings for public schools, as well as mentorship for candidates pursuing their BCBA certification. In addition, Liz has presented lectures and workshops on autism and ABA at local and national conferences.

David E. Kuhn, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA (CT)
Licensed Psychologist in CT & NY
Director, Intensive Treatment Services

Dr. David Kuhn is the Director of the Advanced Intervention Program at Milestones Behavioral Services. He earned his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Louisiana State University, specializing in intellectual and developmental disabilities. David is a licensed psychologist in New York and Connecticut, a licensed behavior analyst in Connecticut, and a doctoral-level Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Prior to joining Milestones, David was the Clinical Director of the Center for Autism and the Developing Brain at New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Co-Director of the Behavioral Psychology Program at the Westchester Institute for Human Development, and Senior Behavior Analyst on the Neurobehavioral Unit at Kennedy Krieger Institute. He has held faculty appointments at Columbia University Medical College, Weill Cornell Medical College, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, New York Medical College, University of Maryland, Baltimore County, Queens College, and the University of Massachusetts, Lowell. From 2006-2007, David served as President of the Maryland Association for Behavior Analysis. He has been a member of the Editorial Board for the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis since 2006 and has co-authored over 20 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. His clinical and research interests focus on the application and adaptation of principles of applied behavior analysis towards skill acquisition and behavior reduction among individuals diagnosed with autism or other intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Amanda Dix, M.S., BCBA
Licensed Behavior Analyst in CT
Assistant Clinical Director, Wolf Harbor Campus

Amanda Dix holds a Master of Science degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and is a Licensed Behavior Analyst in the state of Connecticut. Amanda began her career at Milestones in 2001 as an Instructional Assistant, has held various positions throughout the organization, and now serves as the Assistant Clinical Director at the Wolf Harbor campus. She currently provides support to students aged 3-16 across classroom, home, and community settings in collaboration with special educators. Additionally, Amanda provides support and consultation to current behavior analysts as well as mentorship to those pursuing BCBA and BCaBA certification.

Joanna Berardesca, M.S., BCBA, LBA (CT)
Clinical Director, Boston Post Road Campus

Joanna Berardesca holds a certification in Special Education for grades K-12, a Master’s Degree in Autism Spectrum Disorder, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and is a Licensed Behavior Analyst in Connecticut. She began working at Milestones in 2007, since then she has held various positions including Special Education Teacher and Special Education Coordinator, supervising and overseeing student programming. She is currently a Clinical Director, providing support for students ranging in ages 3-22, in addition to providing mentorship to certified teachers. Joanna is responsible for supporting and consulting in areas such as training, supervising, and evaluating. She also acts as a Teacher Education and Mentoring Program (TEAM) mentor and supports beginning teachers through the TEAM process.

Aimee Haray, M.S., BCBA, LBA (CT & NY)
Director of Transition Services

Aimee Haray holds a Master of Science in Behavior Analysis, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and has been in the field of autism treatment since 1997, providing services for children with autism across private schools and group homes as well as in home and community settings. Aimee joined Milestones in 1999. During her time here, she has served as a Direct Instructor, Assistant Clinical Director, Clinical Director at the Wolf Harbor Campus, and is currently the Director of Transition Services. In her role, she assists students transitioning into the Milestones program, as well as when they transition into adult life at the age of 22. Aimee also mentors candidates seeking their BCBA certification.

Aimee has presented lectures and workshops on autism and ABA at local and national conferences.

Theresa Bollmann, PHR
Chief Operating Officer

Theresa Bollmann joined Milestones in January 2019 and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resources Management from Bernard Baruch College in New York City. She is a member of the Society of Human Resources Management and has been certified as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) from the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI). She has over 25 years of experience in the field of Human Resources working for both public, private and non-profit organizations. As the Chief Operating Officer, Theresa oversees Human Resources, IT, Training, and Facilities. She is also an active member of many professional organizations.

Judith L. Palazzo, M.S., BCBA, LBA (CT)
Vice President, Behavioral Services

Judith Palazzo holds a Master of Science Degree in Special Education, is a Licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and has been in the field of autism treatment since 1990, providing services for children and teens with autism across public and private schools as well as home and community settings. In 1999, Judy joined Milestones as Clinical Director for both center-based and outreach programs.

Judy currently serves as the Vice President of Behavioral Services for Milestones. She is responsible for overseeing and supporting all clinical directors for Milestones center-based programs, ensuring effective student programming, staff/parent training, and continued implementation of ABA strategies across all areas of programming. In recognition of Milestones 20th Anniversary, Judy received Milestones Going the Extra Miles Inspiration and Leadership Award.

She has presented lectures and workshops on autism and ABA at national and international conferences, served on the Executive Council of Connecticut ABA, and published in Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities. Judy currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Behavior Analyst Leadership Council (BALC).

Lisa Gregory, M.S.
Chief Executive Officer

Lisa joined Milestones in 2003, starting as an intern and serving in a variety of roles over her 20+ year tenure from an Instructional Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer. She has worked in the field of autism since 2002, when she interned at The New England Center for Children, and has provided services for children with autism in private school, home, and community settings.

In her current role, Lisa supports the development, coordination, and implementation of the strategic and operational initiatives across all of the programs at Milestones. She oversees areas of Operations, Educational Services, Behavioral Services, and Marketing, to ensure that all programs operate ethically and with integrity to maintain a high level of services for the individuals we serve.

Lisa holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Eastern Connecticut State University, a Master of Science, and a Sixth Year Professional Diploma in Advanced Studies from Southern Connecticut State University. She also serves on the Board for the Connecticut Association of Private Special Education Facilities (CAPSEF) as the Secretary.

Roger Letso
Chief Financial Officer

Roger Letso is the co-founder and CFO of Milestones Behavioral Services. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentrations in Operations Management and Marketing from Bowling Green State University, an MBA in Finance/MIS from Case Western University, passed the CPA exam in 2002 and has taken and passed FINRA Series 7 General Securities Representative and Series 63 Uniform Security Agent exams.

Roger was a Purchasing Agent for industrial and telecommunication divisions of Exxon, Purchasing Manager for a medical device manufacturing arm of Baxter Travenol Labs, Vice President of Marketing for an import business and a Marketing Executive for appliance manufacturers Cuisinart and Waring as well having experience with a local CPA firm. Roger has extensive experience in product and business development, purchasing, company acquisitions, operations and branding and shares 3 patents. Roger has served on various boards including the Alpine Learning Center and the Newtown Public Building and Site Commission.

Roger was instrumental in Milestones’ 2010 expansion to the new Wolf Harbor Road facility in Milford, and continues to be involved with MBS’s development and expansion into new sites. Roger oversees a growing staff responsible for finance and accounting, physical plant and transportation, technology, communication, security and human resources. In recognition of Milestones 20th Anniversary, Roger received Milestones Going the Extra Miles Founders Award.

Roger is also the parent of a son with autism.

Suzanne Letso, M.A. BCBA
Licensed Behavior Analyst in CT, MA, NY
Chief Executive Officer

Suzanne Letso is the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Milestones Behavioral Services (formerly Connecticut Center for Child Development). Suzanne currently serves as the Vice President of the Behavior Analyst Leadership Council, as a member of the the Scientific Advisory Board for the Organization for Autism Research, as Vice Chair of the Board of Directors for Marrakech, Inc., and is a member of the Board of Directors for the Elijah Foundation.

Suzanne has also served as the Treasurer and member of the Board of Directors for the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, and has participated in the establishment and management of a number of other service organizations, autism-related initiatives, and state task forces. Suzanne was the recipient of: the Association for Professional Behavior Analysts’ 2016 Jerry Shook Award, which honors individuals whose achievements have enhanced the value of sound professional credentials in the practice of applied behavior analysis; the Marrakech Founders’ Advocacy Award in 2009; and Enterprising Women magazine’s Advocate of the Year Award in 2007. In recognition of Milestones 20th Anniversary, Suzanne received Milestones Going the Extra Miles Founders Award.

Suzanne is a registered lobbyist for the Connecticut General Assembly, and has worked as an advocate on a number of legislative issues in the states of Connecticut and Alaska. She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, licensed as a Behavior Analyst in New York and Massachusetts. She holds #000001 license in Connecticut as a Behavior Analyst.

As an expert in her field, Suzanne is invited to speak at large conferences and small events around the world. Through Milestones, Suzanne is part of the team that works to initiate or grow ABA schools and programs in other states.

She is also the parent of a son with autism.

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