Arca Executive and Leadership Team

Michelle Harmon, the President & Chief Executive Officer at Arca, directs the organization's overarching strategy and operational execution. Harmon guides Arca's mission to provide lifelong services for individuals with developmental disabilities, ensuring comprehensive support for babies, children, and adults. This leadership role involves fostering community-based opportunities and expanding access to vital programs, including the Prader-Willi Syndrome Project, which reaches into rural and tribal regions. Harmon's strategic vision ensures the organization's continued impact and growth within the metro area and beyond. By championing innovation and collaboration, Michelle Harmon drives the organization's commitment to empowering families and individuals through dedicated, high-quality care and advocacy.

Edward Kaul, the President & Chief Executive Officer at Arca, spearheads the strategic direction and executive leadership of the nonprofit organization. Kaul's responsibilities encompass guiding Arca's core mission of delivering lifelong services to individuals with developmental disabilities throughout the metro area. This executive position involves overseeing the expansion of services, particularly the Prader-Willi Syndrome Project, into underserved rural and tribal communities within the state. Kaul's leadership ensures the organization maintains its award-winning status and commitment to community-based opportunities. Through strategic planning and operational oversight, Edward Kaul drives Arca's impact and sustainability, reinforcing its dedication to supporting families and individuals with developmental disabilities.

Warren Hayslip, the Chief Financial Officer at Arca, manages the organization's financial health and fiscal strategy. Hayslip oversees all financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting, ensuring Arca's sustainability and compliance with nonprofit regulations. This critical role supports the delivery of lifelong services to individuals with developmental disabilities across the metro area and extends to the Prader-Willi Syndrome Project's reach into rural and tribal regions. Hayslip's financial acumen is essential for resource allocation, enabling the organization to provide community-based opportunities and expand its impact. By maintaining robust financial controls, Warren Hayslip ensures that Arca can continue its vital work effectively and efficiently.

Doreen Salazar, the Director, Administrative Operations at Arca, directs the internal operational framework supporting the organization's mission. Salazar manages essential administrative functions, ensuring the smooth execution of daily activities that facilitate lifelong services for individuals with developmental disabilities. This leadership position is key to maintaining the efficiency of programs like the Prader-Willi Syndrome Project, which serves diverse communities, including rural and tribal areas. Salazar's oversight of administrative processes ensures that resources are optimized and that staff can focus on providing high-quality, community-based opportunities. By streamlining operations, Doreen Salazar contributes directly to Arca's capacity to serve its clients effectively across New Mexico.