Meet Our Team

Shawn joined Midland in 2015 as President and CEO.

Shawn began his career as a special education teacher at Hunterdon Developmental Center before moving over to the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) Northern Region Community Services Office. During his 34 year career with DDD, Shawn held several key leadership positions, including Northern Regional Administrator. Shawn was the Assistant Director of DDD, responsible for state-wide oversight of agency operations, from 2004 to 2015.

Throughout his career, Shawn has received numerous awards and recognitions for his lifetime commitment to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Shawn holds a Master’s of Science in Management from Thomas Edison State College and a Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education with a teaching certification from Glassboro State College (Rowan University). He also spent 15 years volunteering on the Belvidere Board of Education, retiring in 2019 as Board President.

Gregg began his tenure at Midland in 1994 as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Prior to joining Midland, Gregg spent the first decade of his career working in the corporate sector. He worked for Wells Fargo as Supervisor of Internal Audit and later, Manager of Cash & Financial Analysis.

Gregg holds a B.S. from Montclair State University, a NJ School Business Administrators certificate, and is a NJ Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

William (Bill) joined Midland in 1996 as Work Centre Coordinator in the Employment Division. In 2017, he was promoted to Director of Employment Services.

Bill worked in the manufacturing/trucking industries for 20 years and also lived in England and taught students with intellectual and developmental disabilities in an inclusive setting.

Bill holds a B.A. in History and Economics from Rutgers University and a Master’s Degree in Education from Jersey City University. He also has a Supervisory Certificate in Education from Rutgers University.

Kristen joined Midland in 2016 as The Midland School Principal.

With more than 15 years of experience in education, Kristen has taught at every level from Pre-K through 21 in both regular and special education. Prior to joining Midland, Kristen was an administrator in the Bernards Township School District.

Kristen holds undergraduate degrees from Alvernia College and Wagner College and her M.A. in Educational Leadership from Thomas Edison University. In addition to Principal, Supervisor, and teaching certifications, Kristen is also licensed in language arts, mathematics, and social studies.

Kristen is a member of both the National Association of Secondary School Principals and the New Jersey Principals and Supervisors Association.

Natalie joined Midland in 2017 and is now Director of Strategic Planning.

With more than 25 years of experience in the human services field, Natalie has worked in the public and private sectors in both for-profit and nonprofit organizations. Prior to joining Midland, Natalie spent 17 years in leadership roles at the New Jersey Department of Human Services, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD).

Natalie holds a B.A. in Sociology with a Human Services emphasis from Drew University and a Master’s of Social Work from the Rutgers University Graduate School of Social Work Health Administration, Policy and Planning.

She is a member of the Alpha Delta Mu Social Work Honors Society and a CARF surveyor as of 2019.  From 2016 to 2018, Natalie served as a Board Member for CenterPath Wellness (now an affiliate of Easter Seals).

Stacey joined Midland in 2007 as Midland’s Adult Services (MAS) Residential Program Director.

Prior to her tenure at Midland, Stacey spent 14 years working at Chimes, Inc. in Maryland working with adults with development disabilities. She spent 12 years in their Residential Services program starting as a Case Manager and advancing to Deputy Director before being promoted to Day Habilitation Director.

Stacey holds a B.A. in Psychology from Western Maryland College.

Gail joined Midland in 2005 as The Midland Foundation’s Director of Development.

With 25 years of fundraising experience, Gail has worked at a variety of nonprofit organizations including independent schools and a residential treatment center for emotionally disturbed boys. Prior to making a transition to the nonprofit sector, Gail practiced law for 7 years.

Gail holds a B.A. in Psychology from George Washington University and Juris Doctor from Emory University Law School of Law.