At PAR, we believe that the most meaningful outcomes for the DD community are driven by collaboration. Our core philosophy is built on the belief that lived experience and professional expertise uniquely complement one another to ensure services are strong and effective for those who need them most. Since our rebranding in 2009 to Professionals, Advocates, and Resources, we have focused on providing a platform where all stakeholders learn side-by- side. By fostering intentional inclusion and statewide partnerships, we ensure that diverse perspectives work together to move the field forward.

Meet Our Leadership Team

  • Steve Oster

    Executive Director, PAR-Ohio

    Steve@par-ohio.org

    Superintendent, Knox & Coshocton County Boards of Developmental Disabilities

  • Heather Campbell

    Director of Development & Operations, PAR-Ohio

    Heather@par-ohio.org

  • Ed Lewis

    SSA Director, Stark County Board of Developmental Disabilities

    BOARD PRESIDENT

  • Kristin Schaub

    CEO, Greenleaf Job Training Services, Inc.

    BOARD VICE PRESIDENT

  • Kelsi Garwood

    Executive Director, NEON Council of Government

    BOARD TREASURER

  • Chrissy Cameron

    Executive Assistant, Perry County Board of Developmental Disabilities

    BOARD SECRETARY

  • Melissa Skaggs

    Owner & CEO, Capstone Business Solutions

  • Annette Wood

    CEO/Co-Owner X-Excel, LTD

  • Diane Corso

    Director of Community Supports, Greene County Board of Developmental Disabilities

  • Lisa Reed

    Executive Director, RHDD, Residential Home for the Developmentally Disabled, Inc.

  • Megan Manuel

    Superintendent, Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities

  • Court Sturts

    Superintendent, Crawford County Board of Developmental Disabilities

  • David Uhl

    Superintendent, Fairfield County Board of Developmental Disabilities