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Our Team:
Making a Difference

Our employees unanimously agree: WTC has transformed their lives in the best ways. It’s more than a workplace; it’s a catalyst for personal growth and professional achievement. Our mission is to support people with disabilities, enhancing their quality of life through greater independence in work and leisure. From our dedicated staff to the individuals we serve, we share a commitment to fostering independence and improving lives.

Our Executive Team

Brett Barker

Chief Executive Officer

Laura Carter

Chief Financial Officer

Liz Coon

Director of Sales

Julie Ellen

Director of Operations

Andrea Moriarty

Director of Client Services

Tim Waters

Director of Systems & Workflow

Our Board Members

Deborah Royat

President

Deborah Royat, a WTC board member since 2017, dedicated over 50 years to services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including significant roles at WTC. She holds bachelor’s degrees in Recreation Administration and Rehabilitation Administration, and an MA in Public Administration, with extensive experience in training and accreditation.

Jason Schwenkler

Vice President/Treasurer

Jason Schwenkler is Executive Director of the Geographical Information Center and Center for Economic Development at CSU Chico, specializing in GIS analysis, economic development, and strategic planning. He has facilitated significant regional collaborations and mergers, contributing extensively to community development initiatives.

Fran Sherman

Secretary

Fran has been associated with WTC for over 20 years, brings a personal connection as the mother of a son with developmental disabilities. A retired educator, Fran taught from kindergarten through university levels, holding a BS in Mathematics and an MA in Curriculum & Instruction.

Debbie Rossi

Board Member

Debbie Rossi has 35 years of experience in financial services and serves as First Vice-President of Investments at Stifel Financial. Active in numerous community boards, she holds a degree in Political Science and a minor in Psychology from Chico State.

Charles Boales

Board Member

Charlie Boales, retired after a combined 35 years in automotive sales management and social work supervision, holds a BA in Social Studies/Psychology from Pacific Union College.

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If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others and a job you can turn into a long-term career, consider joining our team at WTC!

All of our available positions are viewable on Indeed.

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Board Meetings

2025-2026 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING SCHEDULE

WTC Board of Directors meetings are scheduled for the fourth Thursday of each month, unless otherwise noted.

These meetings are held virtually via Microsoft Teams and are open to the public. For a meeting link, please contact Jessica Navarrete at (530) 924-2313 or jessica.navarrete@ewtc.org at least one day prior to the scheduled meeting.