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Paul Runyon
CEO​
Paul Runyon brings extensive experience in leading Head Start and Early Head Start programs, along with over 25 years of non-profit leadership. Paul’s compassionate dedication to services for children and families provides valuable insight into what makes ABCD unique in New York State.
Lana Young
Head Start Director
Lana Young began her career as an ABCD teacher and brings over 20 years of experience with ABCD. She specializes in Head Start program operations, compliance, and quality improvement. Lana supports high-quality services for children and families by guiding staff, strengthening systems, and ensuring alignment with early childhood best practices, as well as NYS and federal standards.
Susan M. Dingee
Director of Development
Susan Dingee brings more than 30 years of experience and skills to the forefront in helping ABCD grow and flourish. Susan has served ABCD as a Center Director, Director of Program Operations, and Director of Community Relations prior to her current role. Using her experience and grant writing skills, Susan strives to secure funding and promote awareness of ABCD's multigenerational impact.
Jayme Perkins
Director of Human Resources
Jayme Perkins supports ABCD staff by ensuring optimal recruiting, screening, interviewing, and the placing of staff. She is in charge of employee relations, payroll, benefits, and HR specific training.
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Tori Hewitt
Director of Finance
Tori Hewitt is a licensed CPA in the state of New York. She works diligently to create realistic and sustainable budgets and ensure agency compliance with federal and state regulations. Tori works closely with the ABCD Board of Directors and center staff to support a strong and fiscally sound program.
John Collen
Director of Information Technology
John Collen brings a wealth of diverse life experiences together to make everyone feel less anxious with technology. His primary goal is to make everyone utilizes technology to their full potential. "Fish or fishing pole" is his Motto. Do you want it fixed or to learn how to fix it yourself?
William Powers
Director of Facilities
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