Leadership – CSAAC

Our Leadership

Meet the dedicated professionals leading CSAAC’s mission to empower individuals with autism

CSAAC’s Officers

Eric Salzano

Eric Salzano

Executive Director

Mr. Eric Salzano was appointed Executive Director in November 2017, after joining CSAAC earlier that year as the Director of Operations. Eric is the past President of the CSAAC Board of Directors. Having lived with family members impacted by autism, Mr. Salzano is dedicated to providing state of the art services to individuals supported at CSAAC.

Mr. Salzano has 37+ years of management experience, working as a General Manager in the grocery food industry.

Duval Johns

Duval Johns

Director of Finance / CFO

Duval Johns joined CSAAC in October 2022 as the CFO/Director of Finance. He manages the totality of finance and accounting operations; financial planning, forecasting and analytics; budgetary preparations; and the overall fiscal management and financial health of the organization in support of CSAAC’s missions.

Duval has over 29 years of accounting, finance, budgeting, auditing, and leadership experience with the federal government, including 20 years of active military service in the United States Army as a finance specialist and senior advisor.

Craig A. Pardini

Craig A. Pardini

Chief Operating Officer / COO

Mr. Craig Pardini was promoted to Chief Operating Officer (COO) in May 2025. In 2001, Mr. Pardini was hired as Administration / Office Manager to lead the Building Facilities, Information Technology (IT), and Administration Department.

With a strong background in business operations, innovation, strategic planning, Information Technology (IT) and Facilities Management, Craig leads 4 different programs: Operations, Facilities / Property Management Department, the Information Technology (IT) Department, and the General Administration Department. Mr. Pardini has over 27+ years of leadership experience.

Dora Fisher

Dora Fisher

Director of Human Resources

Ms. Dora Fisher was appointed Director of Human Resources in June 2022. Dora has over 20 years of experience in HR and Operations and is a results focused leader who delivers talent acquisition, retention, and motivational solutions to retain the most important corporate asset – our employees.

Dora holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Georgetown University, and a Master’s Degree in Human Resources Management from Marymount University.

CSAAC’s Directors

Abba Sackey

Abba Sackey

Director of Quality Assurance

Ms. Abba Sackey was promoted to the Director of Quality Assurance. She has been managing and participating in the review process during state investigations, inspections, and standing committee review. Abba has over 22 years of management experience.

Brian Tureck

Brian Tureck

Director of Education

Brian Tureck has been at the Community School since 2017. He has worked in education for 25 years, including more than 10 years working in special education settings. Brian has a BA in Public Policy and a MEd in Counseling.

Christopher Drayton

Christopher Drayton

Director of Strategic Development

Mr. Christopher Drayton has been with CSAAC since 2002. He is involved with supporting and implementing CSAAC’s long term strategic plan, identifying fund raising efforts and strengthening community ties and designated service partners.

Eric Wyndham

Eric Wyndham

Director of Transportation

Eric Wyndham was recently promoted to Director of Transportation in January 2025. Eric is dedicated and enjoys working with Individuals with special needs. He is a graduate of UMBC with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology.

Michael Nana Boateng

Michael Nana Boateng

Director of Vocational

Michael’s journey with CSAAC began in 2017. He completed an MBA in Healthcare Administration and in December 2021, was offered a chance to oversee the Vocational department. Michael is in the process of pursuing a Doctorate degree.

Hon. Nancy Navarro

Hon. Nancy Navarro

Director of Growth, Outreach, Strategic Initiatives

Hon. Nancy Navarro is the first Latina to serve on the Montgomery County, Maryland Council. Elected in 2009, she served multiple terms, including two as Council President and Vice President.

Paul Martineau

Paul Martineau

Director of Special Projects/Operations

Mr. Paul Martineau was named Director of Special Projects/Operations in 2019. Paul joined CSAAC in 2017 after a 43 year career as a manager of retail food stores. He is a 1978 graduate of the University of Maryland/College Park.

Robert Tyndall

Robert Tyndall

Director of Information Systems

Mr. Robert Tyndall joined CSAAC in 2016 focusing on business process management, decision support analytics, and the efficient allocation of organizational resources. He is an alumnus of Duke University’s Non profit Management Program.

Sam Asiamah

Sam Asiamah

Director of Residential Support Services

Mr. Sam Asiamah has been the Director of the Residential Support Services at CSAAC since 2007. He provides leadership, direction and oversight of the residential supports program. Mr. Asiamah has 17 years of banking experience and 22 years in human services.

Tavis Ndure

Tavis Ndure

Director of Youth Services

Mr. Tavis Ndure has been promoted to Director of Youth Services since July 2023. Tavis joined CSAAC in 2001 and has his Master of Science degree in Management in Healthcare Administration and Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology.

Teresa Ford

Teresa Ford

Director of Training

Ms. Teresa Ford was appointed as CSAAC’s Director of Training in 2017. She joined CSAAC in 2012 as a Training Coordinator. Teresa runs the Training Center and ensures that staff receives the required training for their position.

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