Our Mission
We’re on a mission to develop innovative opportunities for people with disabilities.
Our Values
We are an organization made up of people who are passionate about assisting individuals with disabilities to achieve their highest level of independence and productivity in our community. Our staff helps our students and members accomplish this by living up to Gompers’ mission and seven core values every day!
Responsible Stewardship Collaboration Celebration Independence Dignity Abilities and Possibilities Professional Excellence
Board of Directors
Gompers is governed by a dedicated, all-volunteer Board of Directors from a wide range of professional fields in the community. The diversity and knowledge gained from the Board’s leadership have been an important factor in our long-standing reputation as a nonprofit dedicated to serving individuals with disabilities.
Mark Stodola
Chairperson
Consultant
Payton LaCivita
Vice-Chairperson
MiaBella Foods
Greg Lechowski
Treasurer
Bonneville International
Leigh Campbell
Secretary
Salt River Project (SRP)
Christopher D. Thomas
At-large Director
Perkins Coie LLP
Cary Pfeffer
Board Member
Communications Consultant
Greg Frost
Board Member
Kearney Electric
Rick Koseor
Board Member
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Board Member
Plane View Partners
Staff Leadership
Gompers is led by a team of dedicated professionals who find their passion in our programs for people with disabilities in the Phoenix area.
Mark Botterbusch
Executive Director
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Financial Controller
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Vice President of Operations
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Director of Human Resources
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Director of Day Training for Adults - Phoenix
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Director of Day Training for Adults - Peoria
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Director of In-Home Services
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Director of Facilities
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Director of Employment Services
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Director of Transportation
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Training Manager
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