Nicole Ferrara

Executive Director driven to establish strategic methods which support people with autism in

leading full and productive lives in the community. Visionary with solid experience in overseeing

administration, programs ,and strategic plan of the organization. Innovative leadership style that

inspires enterprising results through promoting employee engagement and nurturing a collaborative and positive work culture. Insightful approach to building and maintaining confidence with stakeholders, collaborators and supporters. Concrete grant professional , securing over 2 million in state , government and private funding with compelling and sincere proposals to advance Autism focused missions . Proven ability to navigate complex circumstances

with inventive and creative solutions that lead to meaningful outcomes. At the heart of it all, she is strong in her faith and a humble , loving , hardworking Mother of 3 . Her (now) young adult son , who has been the driving force of inspiration for her life service to the Autism community since 2000. She takes great joy in leading people to their greatness - in the service of others .