Announcing the Promotion of Lisa Conley, CEO
The Arc Gloucester is proud to announce the promotion of Lisa Conley to Chief Executive Officer.
Lisa began her career with The Arc Gloucester in 1991 as Confidential Secretary. Throughout her 30 years with The Arc Gloucester, she has held various positions in Administration and Leadership, including Executive Secretary, Director of Public Affairs, Assistant Executive Director of Family Supports and Public Affairs and Interim CEO. She holds both a B.A. and a Graduate Certification in Communication Studies from Rowan University.
Lisa’s commitment to The Arc Gloucester displays itself in her selfless dedication to the individuals we serve. Lisa’s passion and love for the agency is evident through her unwavering support for our Mission, Vision, and Values. She works diligently to ensure the families we serve are supported and the Mission, Vision and values are communicated effectively. Though she is humble about her many accomplishments over the years, her co-workers, past and present, speak highly of her, echoing much of the above characteristics with admiration.
“I have known Lisa Conley professionally for over 29 years. Lisa has been a pleasure to work with, always giving her best to every project. Her communication and people skills are excellent, along with her work ethic. She understands the commitment necessary for the agency head to be successful in leading The Arc Gloucester and providing quality services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Lisa is well suited to meet the challenges of her new position as CEO of The Arc Gloucester,” remarks Ana Rivera, former Executive Director, “My heartfelt congratulations to her.”
Lisa fiercely advocates for the individuals we serve, as well as the employees she leads. She embodies the qualities necessary to lead—intelligent, humble, passionate, determined, kind, empathetic and courageous. She encompasses “The Arc Gloucester Family,” mentality that provides a comfort to the families of the individuals we serve and retains employees year after year. To Lisa, every individual we serve is family. To Lisa, every employee of The Arc Gloucester is family.
David Contino, President of the Board of Directors extended a sincere congratulations, as well. “On behalf of the Board of Directors for The Arc Gloucester, I’d like to formally congratulate Lisa Conley on being named Chief Executive Officer. Throughout her career, Lisa has demonstrated a sincere devotion and commitment to the mission of The Arc Gloucester and the individuals whom we serve. We look forward to her steadfast leadership in the coming years and beyond. Congratulations, Lisa!”
We wish Lisa many years of success in her new position!
