The Arc of Monroe
David R. Knight, PMP, is an experienced IT Project Manager and Business Analyst currently working at Arc of Monroe County since February 2019. In this role, David partners with business and technical stakeholders to elicit solution requirements and manage implementation processes. Previously, David served as a Senior Project Manager at Xerox from August 2014 to August 2018, overseeing large enterprise projects and acting as a Subject Matter Expert for Project and Portfolio Management. David's experience also includes managing significant transformation projects using Oracle CRM software at Ciber and directing a strategic take-over of a large print and mail facility at Xerox. Additionally, David taught PMP preparation classes at Journey Consulting from 2005 to 2008 and holds a BS in Business Administration and Computer Science from PennWest Clarion.
The Arc of Monroe
The Arc of Monroe has been providing a variety of programs and services for over 1,700 individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their families in the Rochester community for 60 years. The Arc works to enhance the quality of life and self-esteem of individuals in our programs, providing them with meaningful social development, supported employment, residential community living and enrichment opportunities. The Arc is funded in part by the NYS Office of for People with Developmental Disabilities. The Arc also receives funding from VESID (Vocational and Educational Services for Individuals with Disabilities). The Arc of Monroe has 40 locations in Monroe County that assist individuals with intellectual and/or other developmental disabilities that include Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Asperger Syndrome, and Pervasive Developmental Disorders among others. A wide array of services are offered through the Arc for individuals with intellectual and/or other developmental disabilities such as independent living opportunities in our group homes and residences, volunteer opportunities in the community,unique and creative individualized day services programs, job training is offered through our ArcWorks facility and placement through our Job Path Program. The Arc Foundation of Monroe raises and manages funds to enhance the quality of life for program participants of The Arc of Monroe County. A variety of important enjoyable fundraising efforts provides financial support for programs vital to The Arc’s social, recreational and organizational activities. At The Arc of Monroe, we are proud of our history of helping others, but we are just as proud of our commitment to the future, ensuring that people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their families will continue to be offered the highest quality, most innovating programs and services available.