JoanElain Anderson – Executive Director janderson@empowertech.org
Joining EmpowerTech in January 2009, Joan Anderson has an extensive background in fundraising, marketing and human resources in both the private and non-profit sectors. Previous experience includes teaching in Japan, working with the non-profit agency Angels' Flight West and recently as Executive Director of the American Heart Association's Ventura County Chapter. Joan holds an undergraduate degree in Political Science and Communications from Lynn University, and a Masters of Business Administration, also from Lynn University.
Joanne Orenski – Financial and Administrative Director jorenski@empowertech.org
Joanne has been with EmpowerTech since 1991, after being introduced to the agency when her son with Down syndrome discovered the wonder of computers. Joanne has worked in nonprofit administration and financial management for over 20 years.
Bruce Johnson - Assistive Technology Specialist/Low Vision bjohnson@empowertech.org
Bruce came to EmpowerTech in 2005, after working in the field of assistive technology for over 25 years. Bruce is a credentialed teacher in Mathematics. His current areas of specialization at EmpowerTech are blind and low vision assistive technology, computer training and speech recognition software. Bruce also conducts assistive technology assessments and has extensive computer hardware expertise.
Tom Lange - Assistive Technology Specialist/Low Vision tlange@empowertech.org
Tom joined EmpowerTech’s blind and low vision program in 2007 after over 10 years as a computer and assistive technology instructor. Tom brings to EmpowerTech many years of experience in mainframe applications programming and computer hardware and software installation. His current area of specialization at EmpowerTech is blind and low vision assistive technology and computer training.
Eric Larsen, M.Ed. – TRADE Director elarsen@empowertech.org
Eric joined the staff in 1998 as an Assistive Technology Specialist and has served in a variety of roles since that time. Currently Eric is the Director of TRADE at EmpowerTech (Technology Related Accommodation, Development and Employability). In addition to overseeing all aspects of the TRADE Program, Eric develops curriculum and works with students with disabilities to learn computer and other office skills with the goal of employment.
Anthony Talbert – IT Director atalbert@empowertech.org
Anthony has been serving the networking needs of empowertech for over three years. He has ten years of experience in the computer support and networking fields and brings a wealth of diverse skills to meet the technical needs of the center.
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Judy Nahman- Stouffer – Assistive Technology Educational Specialist jnahmanstouffer@empowertech.org
Judy has been with EmpowerTech since 2005. Her background and primary focus at EmpowerTech has been on working with special needs children in pre-school through high school. In addition, she currently provides instruction to older adults on learning assistive technology and provides community education. Judy holds a California Clear Teaching Credential with Cross-cultural, Language and Academic Development (CLAD®) Certification.
Dawn Osborne – Development Director dosborne@empowertech.org
Dawn began at EmpowerTech in September 2008. She has extensive grant writing, donor cultivation and fundraising event experience. Dawn has a diverse business background and has worked with many non- profits in creating strategies and fund development plans.
Melody Ram, M.A. – Assistive Technology Educational Specialist mram@empowertech.org
Melody has been working in the field of assistive technology and curriculum development for over 15 years. At EmpowerTech, she provides instructional strategies through the use of technology, focusing on children from pre-school through high school. Her areas of specialty include technology evaluations and information and training for students and family members. Melody has a Masters Degree and a credential in Special Education.
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