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!

Gompers has emerged as a true champion of inclusivity and empowerment by providing valuable employment opportunities tailored specifically for individuals with disabilities. In a world that can often present barriers, Gompers stands as a beacon of hope, offering a range of meaningful roles that not only harness the unique talents of each individual but also foster personal growth and financial independence. At the heart of Gompers’ mission is the unwavering belief that every individual deserves the chance to contribute, learn, and thrive. Through their diverse employment options, spanning various industries and skill sets, Gompers is breaking down barriers and proving that disabilities need not limit one’s ability to achieve and succeed as well as thrive.

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.

Payton LaCivita

Chairperson

MiaBella Foods

Leigh Campbell

Vice Chairperson

Salt River Project (SRP)

Greg Lechowski

Treasurer

Bonneville International

Edward James

Secretary

Edward L. James, III & Associates, LLC

Mark Stodola

At-Large Director

Consultant

Greg Frost

Board Member

Rick Koseor

Board Member

Tom Weir

Board Member

Plane View Partners

Cary Pfeffer

Board Member

Communications Consultant

Ashley Abaie

Board Member

PDS Foundation Dentists for Special Needs

Christopher D. Thomas

Board member

Perkins Coie LLP

Our Legacy

For almost 75 years, Gompers has served people with disabilities in the Phoenix metro area with a holistic focus on the needs of the individual. As a core value, Gompers recognizes and celebrates that each person brings a unique set of abilities, skill sets, and potential to our organization. The result is that Gompers’ daily environment is rich with insight, humor, humility, compassion and genuine caring about the needs of others.

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

Chiyama Martinez

Director of Human Resources

Starla Jewson

Director of Day Training for Adults - Phoenix

Tierra Ojeda

Director of Day Training for Adults - Peoria

Juan Angulo

Director of In-Home Services

Steve Tolle

Director of Facilities

Xavier Conde

Director of Employment Services

Ken Fomby

Director of Transportation

Heather Peralta

Training Manager

Financials

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