Chad joined the Board of Directors in 2014. As an Applied Learning Coordinator at the University of Windsor’s Department of Kinesiology Chad was first connected to Community Living Essex County through research projects. The initial project focused on health promotion priorities for people who have an intellectual disability. Chad has participated at numerous conferences highlighting this project – and has increased his involvement by co-chairing the Research Day at the OADD Conference for several years. He is a strong, enthusiastic advocate and volunteer.