Our Leadership Team

As Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director, Ken manages the day-to-day operations of Spectrum360, and advocates for public funding and legislation to support individuals with special needs. With decades of nonprofit leadership and direct service experience, Ken has focused on efforts to transform the entire social sector (philanthropy, nonprofits and for profit social enterprises).

Ken serves on the Board of Directors of the National Association of Private Special Education Centers, ASAH (a statewide association of NJ private special education schools), the Alliance of Special Education Schools of Northern NJ, Grafton Integrated Health Network
(a Virginia-based nonprofit serving children and adults with behavioral health challenges) and Able Angel (a nonprofit focused on driving more money to Able accounts which are tax-advantaged savings accounts for individuals with disabilities and their families). In addition, he continues in efforts to improve the social sector as a whole by co-hosting a podcast that launched over the summer of 2023 called “For Goodness Sake!” that helps nonprofits of all kinds to improve their performance.

Since 2018, Danielle has been assisting our Executive Director helping make sure operations and new initiatives run effectively and efficiently.

Prior to joining Spectrum360, Danielle was the Director of Clinical Services for Y.A.L.E. Schools, the Director of Clinical Services & Intake at Pineland Learning Center and the Clinical Director of the Chesapeake Bay Academy. She also was an Adjunct Professor at Rowan University.

Danielle is a member of the New Jersey Association of School Psychologists, National Association of School Psychologists, and ASAH. She’s most proud of running the PLC chapters of Achilles Kids International and Animal Assisted Therapy.

She earned her BA in Psychology from Hartwick College and her MS in Educational Psychology & Statistics as well as her doctorate in School Psychology from the University at Albany. Danielle also received her NJDOE Supervisor Credential from Montclair State University. When she’s not helping fulfill our mission, Danielle loves to run and hike.

Nathan is the HR Manager and Chief Compliance Officer for Spectrum360. He oversees human resources and compliance for the organization, ensuring that its HR and compliance practices align with its mission. 

Prior to joining S360, Nathan held frontline executive positions at a number of different financial services and technology firms including MPI, Foresters Financial, and CI RegentAtlantic Private Wealth. His oversight accountabilities included the design and development of people/HR best practices and programs across leadership and career development, talent management, diversity and inclusion, performance management, total rewards, and compliance/risk. He has served on multiple management and governance committees (e.g. compensation, risk, product). 

Nathan is passionate about creating collaborative cultures through inclusive and people-centered leadership. He is committed to special needs education and adult habilitation programs, substance use disorder treatments, and health and financial equity in disadvantaged/vulnerable populations. He currently serves as Board Chair of Damon House, Inc., a residential treatment agency located in New Brunswick, NJ.

Nathan, and his wife Vanessa, live in the wonderful community of South Orange, NJ where they are grateful for the scenic places to hike and bike in the Garden State. He earned his BA in Economics from the University of Kansas and his Master’s in HR Management from Rutgers. He holds the SHRM-SCP certification and is a member of the Society for Human Resources Management. 

In the last 7 years, Stacy has been running and supervising the staff and day-to-day activities of the Business Office for Spectrum360. 

Prior to joining Spectrum360, Stacy was a Certified Public Accountant at several different firms in New Jersey. Her last position was Manager at Smolin, Lupin & Co., P.A.

Stacy is an active member of New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants (NJCPA),  Association of International Certified Professional Accountants (AICPA) and Region Business Managers Co-Chair at ASAH.  With a son on the spectrum, Stacy is very passionate about autism awareness and the work Spectrum360 does. She’s most proud of building and maintaining a dedicated team of talented and caring staff and professionals in the Business Office.

Stacy earned her bachelor’s degree at Fairleigh Dickinson University. When she’s not managing budgets, you can probably find Stacy visiting one of the many lighthouses across the United States.

In the last 5 years, Kerry has handled fundraising for Spectrum360 through donor outreach, special events, grant writing, major gifts and more. Prior to joining Spectrum360, Kerry was the Division Director for American Cancer Society. She also handled marketing for the Union Center National Bank. 

Kerry is an active member of the Center for NonProfits and the North Essex Chamber of Commerce. Passionate about children’s health and well-being, Kerry has received many accolades in her career but is most proud of reaching her fundraising goals during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Kerry earned her bachelor’s degree at West Virginia University. When she’s not hosting a fundraising event or sharing Spectrum360’s mission, you can find Kerry running around raising three young boys.

For 16 years, Randall has been part of the Spectrum360 family. Beginning as a Computer Specialist and the Teacher of Internet and Online Learning, he now manages the IT team supporting the educational technology infrastructure for the organization. Before Spectrum360, Randall has supported organizations such as Rutgers University and Mountainside Board of Education, and was an employee of the Pine Bush Bible Camp. 

Randall is a member of New Jersey Educational Computing Cooperative, Civil Air Patrol, International Society for Technology in Education, Consortium for School Networking, and Discovery Educator Network . He’s most proud of the awards during his tenure at Spectrum360: NJAET Technologist of the Year (2001), ASAH Educator of the Year (2008), and NJECC/ISTE Making IT Happen Award (2015).

Randall earned his bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University and his master’s from Nova Southeastern University. When he’s not handling IT issues, you can find him practicing archery or managing the Pine Bush Bible Camp.

For more than 20 years, Rahiem has been a part of the Spectrum360 family. Beginning his career as the Head of Maintenance, he now works closely with the Executive Director to manage all school construction, engineering, architecture, maintenance operations, school safety and security.

Rahiem worked as a carpenter for Essex Country Carpenters Local 1342 and was a Construction Foreman for the Newark Housing Authority. He’s a member of the New Jersey School Building & Grounds Association and is most proud of his role in the construction of Academy360 Upper School and the I360 Whippany location.  

Rahiem went to both the New Jersey Carpenters Apprentice Training School and The Training Center Inc./NJ Boiler Training Experts. He’s a Certified Educational Facilities Manager, State Certified Armed Security Officer and has his Black Seal Boiler License.

When he’s not on one of our campuses, Rahiem loves helping others and he’s an avid sports memorabilia collector.

Since 2019, Melissa has managed Spectrum360 communications and community relations. She focuses on family/caregiver relations, media, volunteer operations and advocacy efforts.

Melissa worked as the VP, Integrated Marketing for Accuweather and held similar roles at companies like Yahoo! and Microstrategy. She prides herself on her ability to hire quality talent, building teams and being resourceful.

Melissa serves on the National Association of Private Special Education Centers Adult Service Public Policy Sub-committee and is a member of the Public Relations Society of America, National School Public Relations Association and NJ School Public Relations Association. Melissa is passionate about children and finding cures for diseases like Alzheimers and cancer that impact so many lives.

Melissa earned her bachelor’s degree in Marketing from James Madison University. When she’s not supporting Spectrum360, you can find Melissa on various adventures with her two young children.