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Senior Leadership

Heather Matthews

Heather Matthews

Executive Director

Heather has over 25 years of professional leadership experience in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Behavioral Health, and Federal Government contracting. Heather comes from Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana, where she was the Director of Waiver Programs for individuals across the region. She also worked for the Louisiana Department of Health at the Developmental Neuropsychiatric Program, delivering care to this population with the most critical needs. Since 2018, she has served on the board of the Community Provider Association, an organization that promotes optimal funding, program integrity, and public policy at the state level for IDD Service Providers.

Heather’s love for the work runs deep. She has two siblings with disabilities. So even as a child, she was drawn to the cause of fighting for dignity and inclusion for all people. As the executive director, Heather plans to deliver the highest quality services to the people of our community and expand our services so all people have the support and opportunities to live to their fullest potential.
 
Heather Matthews holds a Master of Social Work Degree from Louisiana State University, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and is a Board Approved Clinical Supervisor. In addition, she earned a Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. She studied abroad, solidifying her love of travel. Heather lives at home in New Orleans with her two children and husband.
Gina Klein

Gina Klein

Sr. Director of Finance

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Gina Klein joined The ArcGNO in March 2024 brining in over twenty years of nonprofit experience in finance and operations. Gina strives to bring transparency to the organization. Gina is excited to be part of a great team that serves and impacts so many individuals in our company. Gina resides in Gretna with her husband and four furry dogs. She enjoys helping in the dog foster world and other nonprofits in the area. Gina is looking forward to working with The ArcGNO family.

Brianna Rock

Brianna Rock

Sr. Director of Programs and Services

504- 324-1701

Brianna Rock, LMSW, MPH is a licensed social worker and public health professional. Brianna earned graduate degrees in Social Work and Public Health from Tulane University. Brianna has adept experience in the fields of Mental Health, Social Service, and Juvenile Restorative Justice in the public and private sector. Brianna states that this diverse experience has honed her clinical aptitude and given her greater breadth to develop programs and services for vulnerable and marginalized populations.  

Brianna states that those she serves are the experts to their own “greatest yet to be” and that “each day” she “welcomes the opportunity to interact with and learn from our members.” 

Todd Simmons

Todd Simmons

Sr. Director of Development

504-881-1974

Todd Simmons joined The ArcGNO in September 2023 bringing with him over 25 years of non-profit experience as an administrator, with expertise in marketing, public relations, business development, strategic planning, operations, finance, and outreach.

Todd holds a Master of Music degree from Indiana University and a Master in Business Administration from San Diego State University.

Address

925 Labarre Rd
Metairie, LA 70001

Phone

504-837-5105

1-866-690-4013 (24 Hours)
Email

info@arcgno.org

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