Verbal Behavior Associates
Kathleen Burggren has a diverse work experience spanning over a decade. Their most recent position is as the Director of Talent Strategy at Verbal Behavior Associates, starting in 2022. Prior to that, they worked at ACES (Comprehensive Educational Services, Inc.) from 2015 to 2021, holding various roles including Director of People Experience, Director of Recruiting and Onboarding, and Director of Recruiting. Their responsibilities in these roles included managing recruiting operations, implementing interviewing techniques, and optimizing processes to increase hiring efficiency.
Before joining ACES, Kathleen worked at the University of North Texas as a Development Officer from 2012 to 2015, where they focused on student affairs. Kathleen also gained experience in freelance writing as a Freelance Writer for The Brides of Oklahoma from 2009 to 2013. Additionally, they worked as a Fundraising Associate at A.L. Strategies from 2009 to 2010 and as a Marketing and Public Relations Intern at Mesa Arts Center in 2009.
Throughout their career, Kathleen has demonstrated their abilities in strategic planning, process improvement, and team management. Kathleen has a strong background in talent acquisition and development, with a proven track record of implementing strategies to improve retention and increase operational efficiency.
Kathleen Burggren completed their Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Psychology with a focus on the History of Science from the University of Oklahoma, attending from 2005 to 2009. Kathleen then pursued further education at the University of North Texas, where they obtained their Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Marketing/Marketing Management, General, from 2010 to 2012.
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Verbal Behavior Associates
Who is VBA? Currently partnering with dozens of Southern California school districts, Verbal Behavior Associates (VBA) is a team of roughly 200 credentialed behavioral instructors, Ph.D.’s and other experts who believe all children can be taught to lead independent, fulfilling, and happy lives. VBA works hard to give every child a voice. We focus on setting the highest standards for Applied Behavior Analysis, and recognize that the student is ALWAYS right. We provide instruction and programming that is entirely learner-driven. From general education to moderate/severe cases, we understand what makes your child succeed, and are dedicated to crafting success in whatever form it takes for every individual with autism. Whether you’re a long-time member of the community or have lots of new questions, talk to us about the challenges you’re facing at home or at school. VBA’s professionals are all available for consultation, assistance, support and training…and if we don’t know the answers, we’ll point you towards resources. Turn to VBA for your language development needs, and let us help you give YOUR child a voice. Because success looks different for every family, and we know how to get you there. VBA gives every child a voice. 200± credentialed behavioral instructors, Ph.D.’s & experts convinced all kids can be taught to lead independent, fulfilling, happy lives. High standards for Applied Behavior Analysis recognize the student’s ALWAYS right.