Kenneth Smith
Executive Director
Kenneth holds a BA in Communications from Oregon State University and an Executive MBA from Temple University with an emphasis in entrepreneurship and innovative strategy. This dream role is a culmination of experience within the arena of community development and social service programs, starting as a job developer with Bonney Enterprises in 1997 and then supporting Taylor Street Ovens in 1999 as they expanded their business to the current Sunny Brook Dairy location. In addition to his professional work, he is an entrepreneurial spirit with many ridiculous ideas and a few successful ones. As a Corvallisite, you’ll encounter him and his family biking, hiking, and enjoying the bounty of Willamette Valley.
Bruce Burris
Program Director, Living Studios
Bruce Burris is an artist who has received much professional recognition. For over 40 years he has worked at the intersection of art/culture and disability, collaborating with community members to design programs which empower people to express themselves. Bruce serves as curator of Cornerstone's Living Studios of the Willamette, a day program which focuses on collaborating with participants to create vibrant cultural interactions throughout our communities.
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors is passionate about helping improve the lives of our associates. Our Board Members are united in supporting those with barriers to employment, enriching the integrated communities we live in.
Becky Dilley
Board President
Becky has been a Board Member since 2011 and serves on the Executive Committee and Program Services Committee. She is employed at Samaritan Health Services.
Vacant Position
Board Vice-President
Stan Selfridge
Treasurer
Stan has been on the Board of Directors since 2021 and serves on the Finance Committee. Stan retired after working many years in accounting and business management.
Susan Zaremba
Secretary
Susie has been on the Board since 2014 and serves on the Executive and Program Committees. Susie is a retired physical therapist.
Peter Ball
Board Member
Peter has been on the Board of Directors since 1983 and serves on the Finance Committee. Peter is a retired insurance broker.
Gail Eby
Board Member
Gail joined the Board in December 2023 and serves on the Program Committee. She is a retired professional and parent advocate.
Debra Hammond
Board Member
Debbie has been on the Board of Directors since 2021 and serves on the Resource Development Committee. Debra works in the public school system supporting middle school children with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
John Mentler
Board Member
John joined the Board in 2011 and serves on the Finance Committee. John is an instructor at the College of Business at Oregon State University.
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