Special Needs Network, Inc.
Karri Ursua has extensive work experience in human resources and recruitment. From 2017 to the present, they have worked as the Human Resources Director at Special Needs Network, Inc. Prior to this, they were a Sales Recruiter at Relevant Ads, Inc. from 2016 to 2017. Karri also served as the Assistant Administrator, HR at Ridgecrest Regional Hospital for a brief period in 2016. From 2015 to 2016, they worked as a Physician/Nurse Recruiter at Advanced Medical Reviews. Karri Ursua's previous roles include Director, HR & Operations at D.G. Therapy Group, Inc. from 2011 to 2014, Human Resources Director at Angeles College of Nursing from 2010 to 2011, and Business Owner at Karri Lee Cares from 2003 to 2010. Karri started their career as an HR Business Partner at MillerCoors from 1999 to 2002.
Karri Ursua attended the University of La Verne from 1980 to 1984, where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Business/Corporate Communications. Prior to that, Karri Ursua completed their high school education at Arcadia High School. Additionally, they hold a certification as a Targeted Selection Recruiter from MillerCoors, although the specific month and year of obtaining the certification are unknown.
Special Needs Network, Inc.
Special Needs Network, Inc. (SNN) is a nonprofit grassroots organization responding to the crisis of autism and other developmental disabilities in underserved communities. We recognize the intersectionality of individuals with disabilities and that their fight for disability rights is inextricably tied to the fight for racial justice and the civil rights of all people. Founded in 2005, Special Needs Network, Inc. grew out of the struggles of two moms whose young sons were diagnosed with autism. After finding it incredibly difficult to access services for her son, President & Co-Founder Areva Martin, Esq. became aware of the enormous challenges faced by underserved families affected by developmental disabilities. She, along with a group of concerned community leaders, leveraged their collective resources to create a parent-centered organization with a mission to help communities in need through four resolutions: 1. Educate and raise awareness of autism and related disorders in order to reduce the waiting period for families to have their children diagnosed and increase access to needed services. 2. Bring healthcare services and educational resources directly into underserved communities. 3. Provide unique learning opportunities to children and young adults with developmental disabilities. 4. Forge an action-based coalition of families and grassroots organizers who are able to advocate for fair policy making and allocation of resources at all levels of government. Our roster of programs have provided resources and services to tens of thousands of families, thereby establishing Special Needs Network as the premier nonprofit organization working for families affected by autism and related developmental disabilities in underserved communities.