Kimberly is currently the Executive Director of the Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities. Prior to taking the role with the Council, Kimberly worked as the Transition Manager for the country's third largest school district, working to educate families and school administrators on best practice when bridging the gap between secondary and post-secondary settings. Prior to both of those roles, Kimberly started out as a teacher, but most importantly a family member of a person with I/DD. Kimberly has a passion for supporting systems change that results in individuals with disabilities having access to all facets of a full and engaged life of their choice. She has a background in Special Education, creating integrated housing models, person centered planning, and large system administration. Kimberly holds degrees in Special Education and Nonprofit Business Management.