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Shane Spiker

Shane T. Spiker is a BCBA-D in Ormond Beach, Florida. Shane received his MS of Psychology in 2012 and his second MS in applied Psychology in 2016. In May 2019, he graduated with his PhD in Clinical Psychology with a concentration on instructional design. He has been providing services in the field of ABA since 2010, with the majority of his experience with autistic learners and other disabilities. Shane specializes working with teens and adults with dangerous problem behavior, sexual behavior, and medically complex individuals in the home and community-based setting.

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Erin Harlan

Erin is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst and currently Project Manager at PBS Corp. She leads the development of scalable clinical tools, data systems, and technology-driven solutions to support behavior plan design, data collection, and improve outcomes across regions. She provides strategic clinical oversight to high level technology development and drives companywide standardization and innovation processes. Erin brings a strong foundation in special education as a Special Ed teacher serving students with ASD and diverse learning needs in Northern Virginia and Maryland. She received the First Class Services Award for excellence in teaching from Fairfax County Public Schools. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Colorado Boulder and a master’s degree from George Mason University. In addition to her clinical and technological skills, Erin has a background as a former professional figure skater and was a competitive ski racer and snowboarder.

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Caro Aguila

Caro Aguila is a first-generation Cuban-American, originally from Miami, FL, and now based in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. She earned her master's degree in Counseling with a concentration in Advanced Applied Behavior Analysis from Nova Southeastern University in 2016. Currently, Caro serves as the Regional Coordinator for Positive Behavior Supports, Corp., overseeing operations in the District of Columbia and South Maryland regions.

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Darren Bandy

Darren Bandy, BCBA, is the Clinical Training Manager at Positive Behavior Supports Corporation (PBS). Darren earned his Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Nevada, Reno in 2012 and a Master of Science in Behavior Analysis from the University of North Texas in 2016. In 2017, Darren joined PBS as a Behavior Analyst, then moved into the Regional Clinical Training Coordinator before most recently becoming the Clinical Training Manager. During his time, he has focused on developing tools & technologies to promote quality staff training to the RBTs, Student Analysts, and BCBAs within the regions he helped support. In addition, Darren also oversees the Learning Management System (LMS) that PBS uses to provide live and asynchronous trainings across the entire company.

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Dr. Ginger Featherstone

Dr. Ginger Featherstone is a transformational leader with more than three decades of experience in educational leadership, organizational development, and strategic planning. A former Deputy Superintendent for Leadership & Learning and founding high school principal, she has led high-performing, A-rated schools and district systems.

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Grace Koerber

Grace Koerber, MA, BCBA, LBA is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over 10 years of experience providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services across clinic, school, and in-home settings. She specializes in social skills training, functional communication, and conducting functional behavior assessments.

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Kayley Hepworth

Kayley Hepworth, BCBA, holds a Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and a certification in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). She currently serves as a Regional Clinical Training Coordinator for PBS, providing clinical leadership, training, and supervision to support high-quality, compassionate ABA services.

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Kristen Serwecki

Kris Serwecki, BCBA, LABA, IBA, is currently the Clinical Excellence Manager in the Clinical Excellence (CE) Department at Positive Behavior Support (PBS). With over 30 years of experience in education and human services, Kris brings a deep commitment to ethical practice and professional development in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

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Linda Meckler

Linda Meckler has worked in various settings throughout the state of Florida as a behavior analyst, first starting as a BCaBA in 2004 and then continued after finishing her master's degree in 2009 as a BCBA. She earned her undergraduate degree in Psychology with a focus on Applied Behavior Analysis at University of Florida and Master degree in ABA at Florida Institute of Technology.

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Meredith Woods

Meredith Woods is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) with over 13 years of experience in applied behavior analysis. She serves as the Senior Analyst and Training Coordinator (SATC) for the Austin and San Antonio regions at Positive Behavior Supports Corp. (PBS), where she focuses on supporting clinical quality, mentoring clinicians, and helping teams deliver meaningful, individualized services. She also serves on the PBS Crisis Committee, where she helps develop ethical and effective approaches to complex behavioral situations.

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Mikayla Brown

Mikayla Brown, BCBA, also known as The ABA Alchemist, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, entrepreneur, and founder of Aligned Horizons Behavioral Solutions. With a master's degree in psychology and specialization in applied behavior analysis, she is currently pursuing her doctorate in curricular development to expand innovative digital learning resources for neurodivergent learners and the professionals who support them.

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Nicole Postma-Gates

Nicole Postma-Gates is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with nearly 20 years of experience in applying behavioral science in school settings. She holds degrees from Western Michigan University and the Florida Institute of Technology, where she honed her expertise in behavior analysis and organizational behavior management (OBM).

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Patrick O'Leary

Patrick O'Leary is the Clinical Excellence Manager at PBS Corp., where he leads the Student Analyst Program, builds and maintains university partnerships, supports regional and organizational training initiatives, and oversees incident reporting processes. With experience in process and systems-level change through Organizational Behavior Management (OBM), Patrick is committed to fostering continuous improvement within the organization. He is passionate about teaching and lifelong learning, always seeking opportunities to grow and share knowledge. Outside of work, Patrick enjoys reading, traveling, and spending quality time with his wife and daughter.

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Dr. Shelley Hyde

Shelley Hyde, PhD, BCBA-D is a Regional Clinical Training Coordinator (RCTC) with Positive Behavior Supports (PBS), supporting the Houston and El Paso regions. She has provided training and support across multiple regions in Texas, while staying current in the field by serving a diverse range of client families.

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Tabitha Anderson

Tabitha Anderson is a BCBA and behavioral health leader who began her professional journey in 2017 while finishing her first master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Through concurrent work as a mental health therapist and a RBT, she recognized the powerful impact of integrating behavioral and mental health perspectives. Rather than choosing one discipline, she intentionally combined both to create a more holistic, human-centered approach to care.

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Tanya Tovar

Tanya Tovar, MS, BCBA, LABA is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with over 12 years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis, specializing in clinical leadership, systems-level coordination, and inclusive, evidence-based practice. She is bilingual in English and Spanish and committed to expanding access to high-quality behavioral services for diverse communities.

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Taylor Menendez

Taylor Menendez (they/them) has supported neurodivergent individuals and their families since 2012, with a professional foundation in Applied Behavior Analysis beginning in 2014. Their work spans a wide range of settings, including in-home services, schools, juvenile detention facilities, and inpatient hospital programs. Across each role, Taylor centers neurodiversity-affirming, culturally responsive practices that honor the identities, autonomy, and lived experiences of the people they serve.

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Kaylee King

Kaylee King, MA, BCBA, LBA is the Regional Coordinator serving North Oregon region. With over nine years of experience in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis, Kaylee is passionate about advancing the science of behavior through a neuroaffirming lens. She holds dual bachelor's degrees in Cognitive Science and Linguistics from UC Davis and earned her master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, along with a graduate certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders, from Ball State University.

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Shannon Hoey

Dr. Shannon Hoey is a Board Certified and Licensed Behavior Analyst with a robust background in organizational behavior management and applied behavior analysis. Certified since 2019, she earned her M.Ed. in Special Education and Applied Behavior Analysis from George Mason University and her PhD in Behavior Analysis from The Chicago School, where her research focused on identifying effective training methods for behavior analysts and student analysts.

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Dr. Mary White

Mary K. White, PhD, serves as the Business Development Manager at Positive Behavior Support Corporation, where she oversees the quality and implementation of more than 200 school-based ABA contracts across the United States and Canada. In this role, she ensures that districts receive high-impact, student-centered behavioral services grounded in best practices and measurable outcomes.

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