MIDLAND - Key Persons
Mr. Settipani joined CBS NEWS in 1981, where he currently anchors CBS "News on the Hour" radio broadcasts during morning drive-time on stations from coast to coast. Over the years, his assignments as a CBS NEWS correspondent have taken him from the beaches of Normandy to the rain forests of Brazil and the presidential campaign trail. He chronicled the rise of democracy in Nicaragua, economic summits in this country and Europe and the aftermath of the siege at the Branch Davidian compound in Waco, Texas. Prior to joining CBS NEWS, he was a reporter and anchor at United Press International, Dow Jones and New York radio stations WNEW and WINS.
Mr. Settipani is a past trustee of the New Jersey Center for Outreach and Services for Autism Community.
Gail joined Midland in 2005 as The Midland Foundation's Director of Development.
With 25 years of fundraising experience, Gail has worked at a variety of nonprofit organizations including independent schools and a residential treatment center for emotionally disturbed boys. Prior to making a transition to the nonprofit sector, Gail practiced law for 7 years.
Gail holds a B.A. in Psychology from George Washington University and Juris Doctor from Emory University Law School of Law.
Mr. Allen is Executive Vice President and National Professional Services Practice Leader, FINEX North America Practice of Willis Towers Watson, Short Hills, NJ. Prior to Willis Towers Watson, Mr. Allen was President, Minet Global Media Services and Global Specialty Coordinator Professional Liability reporting to the Chairman of Minet.
Gregg began his tenure at Midland in 1994 as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Prior to joining Midland, Gregg spent the first decade of his career working in the corporate sector. He worked for Wells Fargo as Supervisor of Internal Audit and later, Manager of Cash & Financial Analysis.
Gregg holds a B.S. from Montclair State University, a NJ School Business Administrators certificate, and is a NJ Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Job Titles:
- Director of Human Resources
James joined Midland in 2018 as Manager of Human Resources.
Prior to coming to Midland, James has held various roles in Human Resources at several corporations, including NJ Property-Liability Insurance Guaranty Association in Basking Ridge, EMD Performance Materials in Branchburg, Parsons Inspection & Maintenance Corporation in Lawrenceville, Baker & Taylor in Bridgewater and the Township of West Windsor, NJ.
James graduated from Rutgers University with a B.S. in Labor and Employment Relations with concentrations in Diversity in the Workplace; Law and the Workplace; Labor Unions and Social Movement; and Work Organization and Management.
Job Titles:
- Executive Vice President and National Co - Chair of the Life Sciences Advisory at Jones Lang LaSalle
Mr. Cunningham is Executive Vice President and National Co-Chair of the Life Sciences Advisory at Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) specializing exclusively in office leasing and sales, providing Tenant Representation Services throughout New Jersey and Nationally. Mr. Cunningham is presently Co-Chair of the Life Sciences Advisory serving the specialized needs of the Pharmaceutical, biotech and medical device companies in New Jersey and around the world. Mr. Cunningham received his college education at Wittenberg University, Springfield, Ohio.
Job Titles:
- Chairman of the Board
- Contributor
Mr. Tegeler was a pharmaceutical executive with more than 10 years of experience at the global vice president level including strategic leadership for up to 500 R & D associates in 5 countries and management responsibility for an annual budget of up to $120M. As a global R&D management board member he contributed to long range planning and capital management for a division of 1,300 associates worldwide and was liaison with the global Patent department for strategic purposes. His career spanned 34 years at Sanofi US and 5 predecessor companies in Bridgewater.
Mr. Tegeler holds a BS in Chemistry at SUNY Albany, a PhD in Organic Chemistry at SUNY Buffalo, and an NIH Postdoctoral Fellow at Stanford University.
Mr. Tegeler has been an active contributor to the local community. He led one of the United Way campaigns at Hoechst Celanese raising over $250K. He also served on the National Disautonomia Research Foundation Board, a patient advocacy group. He was appointed Trustee at Immaculate Conception parish for annual budget review for submission to the diocese office in Metuchen. Additionally, Mr. Tegeler participates in Family Support Coalition of NJ and Family Support Council of Somerset & Union Counties. He also participates in activities by PLAN NJ, Our House Foundation and Cherished Creations.
Mr. Tegeler's son, graduated from The Midland School and currently attends the Midland Adult Services Employment Program. Mr. Tegeler and his wife served on the Midland Parent Association Board. Mr. Tegeler joined The Midland Corporation Board of Trustees in 2015. He currently serves on the Strategic Planning and Personnel Committee and Facility / Technology Committee.
Kristen joined Midland in 2016 as The Midland School Principal.
With more than 15 years of experience in education, Kristen has taught at every level from Pre-K through 21 in both regular and special education. Prior to joining Midland, Kristen was an administrator in the Bernards Township School District.
Kristen holds undergraduate degrees from Alvernia College and Wagner College and her M.A. in Educational Leadership from Thomas Edison University. In addition to Principal, Supervisor, and teaching certifications, Kristen is also licensed in language arts, mathematics, and social studies.
Kristen is a member of both the National Association of Secondary School Principals and the New Jersey Principals and Supervisors Association.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Midland Foundation Board of Trustees
Ms. Dunn became a member of the Midland Foundation Board of Trustees in June 2013 where she served on various fund-raising committees. Ms. Dunn has supported the organization in many ways, generously giving both time and money to Midland's programs. Through Ms. Dunn's employment with PVH, Midland school graduates have found employment, and PVH is a training site for students in Midland's transition from school to work program. Ms. Dunn currently serves on the Advancement and Finance / Audit Committees.
Job Titles:
- Business Program Manager With Microsoft Corporation
Ms. Rehus is currently Business Program Manager with Microsoft Corporation where she has been employed since 2006 in various sales positions within the Enterprise Services organization. Prior to joining Microsoft, she spent more than 30 years in the Information Technology Field working at Dun and Bradstreet, Oracle, and FYI Technology Solutions.
Job Titles:
- Trustee
- Executive Vice President of Premier Development
Mr. Andy Nowack is the Executive Vice President of Premier Development, a residential real estate development company that specializes in multifamily and single family development and construction. He has more than 25 years of experience and expertise in the housing sector.
Mr. Nowack's involvement with Midland began in 2016 with a partnership between Midland and Premier Development to launch Midland's first apartment complex placement in Hillsborough for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). This special needs housing project grew to include other venues and additional apartments in the Midland's Community Residential Services program.
Prior to his Board appointment, Mr. Nowack has served on The Midland Foundation's Golf Committee since 2019, leveraging business connections to strengthen the fundraising event and awareness of Midland and its mission.
Mr. Nowack holds a Bachelor's degree from Lafayette College. Mr. Nowack currently serves as a Trustee on the Central Jersey Housing Resource Center's Board, is Trustee of Basking Ridge Presbyterian Church, and previously served as a Trustee of the Liberty Corner Presbyterian Church.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Midland Corporation Board of Trustees
- President of Top Safety Products
Ms. Jennifer Johnson is the President of Top Safety Products (TSP), a women-owned small business based in Branchburg that assembles and customizes first aid and safety products.
Ms. Johnson is a graduate of Fairleigh Dickinson University. Her non-profit experience includes membership in the "Friends of Florham"-a nonprofit with the mission to maintain and preserve the historic Twombly Estate at Fairleigh Dickinson University. She is also an active member of the Minutemen Sports Club and Booster Club at West Morris Mendham High School.
Johnson's involvement with Midland began in 2018 with a partnership to launch Midland's first Supported Employment Enclave program which places individuals at a work site of an employer where they work under the supervision of a Midland Job Coach.
Ms. Johnson became a member of The Midland Corporation Board of Trustees in 2021. She currently serves on The Midland Foundation's "Move for Midland" Fundraising Committee.
Ms. Katherine (Katya) A. Valasek currently works at the Law School Admission Council as a Senior LSAC Ambassador. Prior to her tenure at LSAC, she worked for almost a decade at Seton Hall Law, serving her final years as the Director of Admissions. Before Seton Hall, Ms. Valasek worked as a legal and client recruitment executive at Lucas Group in NYC, Sphericality in Flemington, and AV Search Consultants in Skillman. Ms. Valasek holds a J.D. from Michigan State University College of Law and a B.A. in Political Science from Drew University. She was published in the Michigan State Law Review, and also served as Associate Editor of the journal.
Ms. Valasek brings a passion and expertise in recruitment, admissions, and marketing to the Midland Board.
Job Titles:
- Director of Content Strategy for Automatic Data Processing
- Member of the Midland Corporation Board of Trustees
Ms. Susan Lodge is the Director of Content Strategy for Automatic Data Processing, Inc (ADP), a human resources management software and services company, headquartered in Roseland, New Jersey. She also serves as Content Chair of ADP Thrive - a business resource group that educates associates about living with disabilities.
Ms. Lodge's involvement with Midland began in 2021 when her son Aidan enrolled as a student at The Midland School. Shortly after, she joined The Midland Foundation's Film Committee, helping to strengthen the fundraising event and awareness of Midland and its mission.
Ms. Lodge holds a Bachelor's degree from Dartmouth College. Her commitment to the special needs community extends to P.G. Chambers School where she has served on the Board of Trustees since 2017. She is also involved in the Women's Association of Morristown Medical Center.
Ms. Lodge became a member of The Midland Corporation Board of Trustees in 2023. She currently serves on The Midland Foundation's Film Fundraising Committee.
Job Titles:
- Director of Strategic Planning
Natalie joined Midland in 2017 and is now Director of Strategic Planning.
With more than 25 years of experience in the human services field, Natalie has worked in the public and private sectors in both for-profit and nonprofit organizations. Prior to joining Midland, Natalie spent 17 years in leadership roles at the New Jersey Department of Human Services, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD).
Natalie holds a B.A. in Sociology with a Human Services emphasis from Drew University and a Master's of Social Work from the Rutgers University Graduate School of Social Work Health Administration, Policy and Planning.
She is a member of the Alpha Delta Mu Social Work Honors Society and a CARF surveyor as of 2019. From 2016 to 2018, Natalie served as a Board Member for CenterPath Wellness (now an affiliate of Easter Seals).
Job Titles:
- Treasurer and Member of PLANNJ Board of Directors
Before his retirement, Mr. Phillips was founder and owner of Byram Healthcare Centers, Inc. He began his career as an accountant while attending college in the evening by working for a small local CPA firm in Jersey City, NJ. Upon receiving his college degree accepted a position with Ernst & Ernst (now Ernst & Young) and is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of New Jersey.
Mr. Phillips is the current Treasurer and Member of PLANNJ Board of Directors. He is also former Treasurer and Member of the Board of Directors of Allies and the former Chairman and current member of Regional Family Support Planning Council #3 established by the NJ Legislature to advise the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) about the community needs of individuals with disabilities. In 2019, Mr. Phillips was appointed by Governor Murphy to the "Independent Fee for Service Oversight Committee" chartered to review the current fee for service rates and services and to advice DDD of deficiencies in the system.
Two of Mr. Phillip's children attended The Midland School, graduated, and both currently work at the Midland Adult Services Employment Program. His son currently resides in a Midland group home. Mr. Phillips was an original member of the Midland Advanced Programs (MAP) Board of Trustees in 1987 until June of 2000 when he became a member of The Midland Corporation Board of Trustees and served as Board Finance Officer. Mr. Phillips is Chair of the Finance / Audit Committee and a member of the Executive and also Strategic Planning / Personnel Committees, and a member of The Midland Foundation's Golf Classic Committee
Ms. LoPiccolo serves as the Chief Communications Officer for Bedtime Math Foundation in Summit, NJ where her responsibilities include public relations, marketing, brand management and effective use of social media. Ms. LoPiccolo is also a member of the Special Education Parent Advisory Committee in South Orange-Maplewood.
Prior to joining the nonprofit world, LoPiccolo took on multiple roles within CBS News in New York rising to the rank of Producer for CBS News Sunday Morning. During her time at CBS News she was a five-time News and Documentary Emmy Awards nominee. Since 2010 she has focused on nonprofit work, including active leadership roles within the Junior League of the Oranges and Short Hills where she was honored in 2012.
Ms. LoPiccolo holds a B.A. in history from Hamilton College.
Ms. LoPiccolo is a parent of a child currently attending The Midland School. In 2016, she began as a volunteer with The Midland Foundation and was named co-chair of the "Midland Goes to the Movies with PNC" event in 2018. In 2018, Ms. LoPiccolo was appointed to The Midland Corporation Board of Trustees and serves on the Advancement, Strategic Planning and Governance Committees.
Job Titles:
- Chief Executive Officer
- President
Shawn joined Midland in 2015 as President and CEO.
Shawn began his career as a special education teacher at Hunterdon Developmental Center before moving over to the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) Northern Region Community Services Office. During his 34 year career with DDD, Shawn held several key leadership positions, including Northern Regional Administrator. Shawn was the Assistant Director of DDD, responsible for state-wide oversight of agency operations, from 2004 to 2015.
Throughout his career, Shawn has received numerous awards and recognitions for his lifetime commitment to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Shawn holds a Master's of Science in Management from Thomas Edison State College and a Bachelor's Degree in Special Education with a teaching certification from Glassboro State College (Rowan University). He also spent 15 years volunteering on the Belvidere Board of Education, retiring in 2019 as Board President.
Job Titles:
- Director of Residential Services
Stacey joined Midland in 2007 as Midland's Adult Services (MAS) Residential Program Director.
Prior to her tenure at Midland, Stacey spent 14 years working at Chimes, Inc. in Maryland working with adults with development disabilities. She spent 12 years in their Residential Services program starting as a Case Manager and advancing to Deputy Director before being promoted to Day Habilitation Director.
Stacey holds a B.A. in Psychology from Western Maryland College.
Job Titles:
- Design Director
- Member of the Midland School Board
Ms. Scheuble is a Design Director, for Johnson & Johnson's Global Surgery Group in Somerville. She is responsible for New Growth Platform(s) leveraging her broad engineering and leadership experience. Ms. Scheuble has over 25 years of industry experience in Medical Device, Automotive, Industrial Equipment and Aerospace industries. Ms. Scheuble has been with Johnson & Johnson for 18 years and held various R&D positions within J&J including R&D Leader for Ethicon's Women's Health Division, Cordis' Endovascular R&D, Advanced R&D, Cardiology Operations and Pilot Plant. During her career with J&J, she led the development and implementation of 14 portfolio enhancing products maintaining #1 market share position. She has also spent 2 years within J&J's Consumer division responsible for RD&E in the Topical Health Care Franchise. Ms. Scheuble holds both a BS and MS in Mechanical Engineering Science with an emphasis in Design from New Jersey Institute of Technology and is a Design Excellence Black Belt. She is an Advisory Board Member and Thought Leader for Frost & Sullivan for Innovation in NPD and Medical Devices. Ms. Scheuble has 1 issued patent and 5 filed patents for Coated Medical Devices, Drug Delivery Device and Improved MRI.
Ms. Scheuble became a member of The Midland School Board in June 2011. She became a member of the Midland Corporation Board June, 2012. Ms. Scheuble currently serves on the Executive and Governance / Membership Committees. Ms. Scheuble has supported the organization in many ways generously giving both time and money in support of Midland's programs.
Job Titles:
- Director of Employment Services
William (Bill) joined Midland in 1996 as Work Centre Coordinator in the Employment Division. In 2017, he was promoted to Director of Employment Services.
Bill worked in the manufacturing/trucking industries for 20 years and also lived in England and taught students with intellectual and developmental disabilities in an inclusive setting.
Bill holds a B.A. in History and Economics from Rutgers University and a Master's Degree in Education from Jersey City University. He also has a Supervisory Certificate in Education from Rutgers University.