APSE Missouri is excited to announce that nominations are open for our Board of Directors! We are seeking passionate, committed leaders who believe in advancing competitive integrated employment and strengthening opportunities for people with disabilities across our state.
Serving on the board is an opportunity to shape the direction of APSE Missouri, support statewide initiatives, and collaborate with a network of professionals, advocates, and leaders dedicated to systems change. We welcome individuals from a variety of backgrounds, including service providers, advocates, family members, and people with lived experience, who are ready to bring their perspective, energy, and ideas to the table.
If you or someone you know are interested in making a meaningful impact and helping guide the future of employment first efforts in Missouri, we encourage you to submit a nomination.Meet your APSE Missouri Board Members
Amanda Line, President Agency The Arc of the Ozarks Term Expires 8/31/2028 |
Anne Hochstein, President Elect Agency JobOne Term Expires 8/31/2030 |
Cassidi Jobe, Past President Agency Summit Future Foundation Term Expires 8/31/2026 |
Amy Gessert, Secretary Agency Institute for Community Inclusion UMASS Boston Term Expires 8/31/2026 |
Elizabeth Perkins, Treasurer Agency Vocational Rehabilitation Term Expires 8/31/2028 |
Kendra Adams, Member At Large Agency Learning Opportunities Quality Works Term Expires 8/31/2027 |
Kim Buckman, Member At Large Agency MO Division of Developmental Disabilities Term Expires 8/31/2027 |
Candace Cunningham, Member At Large Agency UMKC Institute for Human Development and People First of Missouri Term Expires 8/31/2026 |
Sandy Keyser, Member At Large Agency Missouri Division of Developmental Disabilities Term Expires 8/31/2026 |
Jessica Keenoy, Member At Large Agency Institute for Community Inclusion UMASS Boston Term Expires 8/31/2028 | 
Emily Smasal, Member At Large Agency The Arc of the Ozarks Term Expires 8/31/2027 |
Dr. Katie Siegel, Member At Large Agency Columbia Public Schools Term Expires 8/31/2027 |
Missy Johns, Ex Officio Agency Learning Opportunities/Quality Works Term Expires 8/31/2024 |
Duane Shumate, Past President Agency Elevations Consultation LLC Term Expires 8/31/2024 |
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