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Autism Communities
  • HOME
  • DONATE
  • WHO WE ARE
    • OUR TEAM
    • OUR SUPPORTERS
  • PROGRAMS & SERVICES
    • HOUSING
    • CLUB AC
    • FRIEND RESPONDERS
  • EVENTS
  • CONTACT US
  • BLOG
  • PATHWAY PARTNERS

Board of Directors

Autism Communities' Board of Directors are experienced professionals and visionary leaders who guide our strategic direction and drive operational excellence. With diverse industry expertise and a shared commitment to growth, they provide valuable insight to help us meet challenges and seize opportunities.

Doreen Jaggs

Allison Kleinman, LCSW

Margaret Curran-Rusch

Board Chairwoman
Doreen Jaggs is  the Board Chairwoman for Autism Communities and brings a wealth of  professional and personal experience to the table. Doreen spent nearly a  decade in Human Resources and Employee Relations...READ MORE

Margaret Curran-Rusch

Allison Kleinman, LCSW

Margaret Curran-Rusch

Board Treasurer
​Commercial Lender
Margaret  brings over two decades of leadership in commercial banking,  specializing in lending and sales. With a proven track record in  fostering collaborative partnerships and driving new business  development...READ MORE

Mark Gregorio

Allison Kleinman, LCSW

Allison Kleinman, LCSW

President - TEI Group
Mark  is the President of TEI Group located in Long Island City. For over 30  years, the TEI Group has continued to evolve from its roots as an  independently owned elevator maintenance company to become a leading  provider...READ MORE

Allison Kleinman, LCSW

Allison Kleinman, LCSW

Allison Kleinman, LCSW

Founder - Future Centered Care
Allison  is the founder and CEO of Future Centered Care. She has been working  since 2009 as an advocate for people with I/DD and mental health  challenges and is dedicated to improving employment, housing and future  planning options for this community...READ MORE

Rob Manger

Michael Sanchez

Michael Sanchez

Sales and Marketing Executive
Rob  is a sales and marketing executive with over 25 years experience in  growing businesses. He brings a wealth of marketing expertise to the  board, and as a father of an autistic 15 year old, Rob brings a passion  for helping those with developmental disabilities and their families...READ MORE

Michael Sanchez

Michael Sanchez

Michael Sanchez

Public Servant and

Special Needs Advocate
Michael Sanchez is  an active law enforcement professional with over thirty-five years of  experience with several agencies. In his decades of public service,  Mike's area of specialty is investigating allegations of child sexual  assault and physical...READ MORE

Rob Sanchez

Michael Sanchez

Steven Visco

​Board Secretary and

Legal Counsel
CEO MouthMedia Network
 Robert  is the CEO of MouthMedia Network, a podcast network covering business  and technology and a focus in internal communication tools...READ MORE

Steven Visco

Michael Sanchez

Steven Visco

President and Owner of

C.H. Edwards Inc.
and Visco Family Insurance

Steven is the current President and Owner of C.H. Edwards, Inc. & Visco Family Insurance...READ MORE

Advisory Board

We are visionary leaders dedicated to empowering neurodiverse individuals on Long Island. With passion and expertise, we work to shape the future of our organization and create meaningful, positive change in our community.

Paul Pedretti

Patricia Calandra

Patricia Calandra

Chairman Emeritus

Patricia Calandra

Patricia Calandra

Patricia Calandra

Region 5 Master

Housing Navigator
Start Up & Support Broker

Grace Pedretti

Patricia Calandra

Grace Pedretti

Special Needs Advocate

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