Bakersfield ARC
As a lifelong native of Bakersfield, Shawn Kennemer brings to Bakersfield Arc extensive experience in designing, developing, and overseeing for-profit and not-for-profit businesses that benefit people with disabilities. Shawn has a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership from Fresno Pacific University and graduated Magna Cum Laude. In addition, Shawn is a Graduate of the National Leadership Consortium through the University of Delaware. Shawn has 30 years of experience working with people with disabilities, 20 of which were in executive level leadership. Shawn serves on multiple non-profit boards and is a member of the Rotary Club of Bakersfield Downtown.
Bakersfield ARC
Bakersfield ARC (BARC) is the largest service provider in Kern County for adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. BARC's mission is to build a stronger community by helping people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities achieve individual goals for a better life.