Administrative Team
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Ray Nylen, Administrative Director
Ray began his teaching career in 1972 with individuals with developmental
disabilities. He received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology from
University of the
Pacific in 1972 and his Elementary Credential in 1973. He worked as a
teacher and later as a Program Specialist at Stockton Developmental Center
(SDC).
During this time he continued his education receiving his Severely Handicapped
Credential in 1979 and his Learning Handicapped Credential in 1980. After
eight years of service at SDC, Ray co-founded Central Valley Training
Center Inc. (CVTC) in May of 1982. From 1982 to 1992 he served as the Program
Director
for the Stockton Behavior Management Program and later as the Program
Director for the Fresno Behavior Management Program. Beginning in 1992,
he has worked in Administrative Services as the Operations
Director, Finance Director and currently as the Administrative Director.
In 1994 he became President and sole owner of CVTC.
Ray enjoys sports and has been involved in coaching youth sports since 1992.
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Darrell Smith, Chief Financial Officer
Darrell has over 30 years of experience in business and finance. He has been
the financial adviser for Central Valley Training Center, Inc. since March
2000. Darrell currently consults to a variety of clients throughout the U.S.
Prior to working for CVTC, Darrell was a CFO for two professional service firms
located in Oakland and Sacramento. Darrell has also owned a truck dealership
in Stockton and Sacramento and was a partner in two nationwide energy consulting
firms. Darrell received his Bachelors of Science Degree from University of
California at Berkeley and his MBA from Harvard Business School. He enjoys
golfing, fly fishing and traveling to visit his children in New York and Washington,
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Sonya Fox Watson, Northern Regional Director
Sonya received a Bachelor of Arts
Degree in Psychology with an emphasis in human services in
1999 from California State University Sonoma. After, working
in ICF-DD facilities while attending school, she began her
career as a Qualified Mental Retardation Professional and
Facility Manager for two ICF – DDN facilities. Sonya
accepted the position of Program Director of C.A.R.E.S. at
Central Valley Training Center in July of 2001 and
transferred to Another Way in December of 2001. After five
years, Sonya transferred to Program Director for the
Stockton Behavior Management Program in August of 2006. May
of 2007, Sonya completed her Master’s in Business
Administration from California State University Sacramento.
Sonya was granted position of Operations Director of the
Northern CVTC area in June of 2007.
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Susan Akbiyikian, Southern Regional
Director
Susan has 29
years of work experience in the Social Services, Psychology and
Health fields. Susan's passion and desire to work with varied
populations lead her to Central Valley Training Center where she was
the Program Director for the Fresno Behavior Management Program and
was a valued member of the organization for 10 years. In the fall of
2007, Susan returned to CVTC as the Southern Regional Director and
looks forward to supporting and assisting the organization in it's
continued growth and success. Susan is a graduate of California
State University Fresno and has a advanced degree in Clinical
Psychology from the University of California at Los Angeles. Susan
and her husband enjoy world travel; her hobbies include reading,
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Christine Couch, Quality Assurance Director
Christine has been working in Social Services since 1992. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology and a Master's Degree in Counseling
Psychology. Christine is an activist and advocate for people with
disabilities. She began her career at Stockton Developmental Center, advocating for people
with disabilities to move into the community, make choices and
live life to the fullest. After the closure of the Developmental Center she joined the staff at Valley
Mountain Regional Center. Christine was a Service Coordinator for two years and a Community Services Manager
for three years at the Regional Center. She spent the next two years as a Consultant for various social service agencies
including San Joaquin County Children's Mental Health. She was the Program Director for the Stockton Day Program for two years at Central
Valley Training Center. Beginning 2004, Christine became the Program
Director for the Modesto Day Program and in November 2005 she
joined the Administrative Services team as the Quality Assurance
Director. She continues to be a volunteer for the Self-Advocacy
Council VI, supporting the movement of People First.
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Sheila Beauchamp, Director
of Human Resources
Sheila began her career in human resources in
K-12 education over twenty years ago. She has experience in labor
relations, workers’ compensation, benefits administration,
recruitment, training, and organizational development. Sheila
received her bachelor’s of science degree at the University of San
Francisco. She supports the Stockton Symphony, Calaveras County of
Arts, California Trout, and Bear Valley Music Festival. She likes
fishing, sports, arts, and the outdoors.
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Daniel Hogue,
Project Director
Daniel Hogue has been
providing services to people with developmental disabilities since
1993. He began his work in this field as a direct trainer teaching
independent living skills and soon became a Vocational Evaluator for
the same agency. In 1997, Daniel branched
out as in independent contractor of Central Valley Regional Center
providing independent living skills training and case management to
adults in the Fresno area. As demand for services grew, he took on
a business partner and established a full-fledged Independent Living
Program with a business partner. After obtaining his
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology, Daniel left the independent
living field in 2003 and joined Central Valley Training Center as a
Program Director in April of 2004. He has worked with CVTC in
establishing programs in the Central Valley Regional Center
catchment area directing the Merced, Fresno West, and Visalia
programs at various times. Daniel took a short leave of absence in
August of 2007 to pursue options with another company. Daniel
returned to CVTC in July of 2008 as a Project Director within the
Executive Team. Daniel enjoys spending
time with friends and his son as well as riding his motorcycle.
Daniel is currently completing coursework to obtain his Master of
Science degree in Rehabilitation Counseling with California State
University, Fresno. |
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Administration
Offices
7475 Murray Drive, Suite 21
Stockton, CA 95210
(209) 951-1671
Fax (209) 951-1673
cvtcadmin@cvtcinc.com |
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