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 across the metro area and beyond. This leadership role involves ensuring the sustainability and growth of programs that support babies, children, and adults. Harmon oversees the strategic partnerships and community engagement initiatives that are critical to Arca's success. By focusing on innovation and client-centered care, Michelle Harmon drives the organization's commitment to fostering community-based opportunities and enhancing the quality of life for those served. The President & Chief Executive Officer ensures alignment with the founding principles established in 1957, adapting them to meet contemporary needs and expanding reach into rural and tribal areas.

Edward Kaul, the President & Chief Executive Officer at Arca, spearheads the strategic vision and executive leadership for the nonprofit organization. Kaul's responsibilities encompass guiding Arca's comprehensive lifelong services for individuals with developmental disabilities, ensuring the organization effectively serves children and adults within the metro area. This executive position involves fostering a culture of excellence and driving initiatives that expand access to care, particularly for the Prader-Willi Syndrome Project services extending into rural and tribal communities. Edward Kaul collaborates with key stakeholders to secure resources and advance the organization's mission. The President & Chief Executive Officer's focus remains on strengthening Arca's impact and ensuring its continued provision of essential support, upholding the organization's legacy of community-based opportunities since its founding.

Warren Hayslip, the Chief Financial Officer at Arca, manages the organization's financial health and strategic fiscal planning. Hayslip oversees all financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting, ensuring compliance with nonprofit regulations and best practices. This critical role involves safeguarding the organization's assets and optimizing resource allocation to support Arca's lifelong services for individuals with developmental disabilities. Warren Hayslip works closely with executive leadership to develop financial strategies that enable program expansion, particularly for the Prader-Willi Syndrome Project services reaching rural and tribal areas. The Chief Financial Officer's expertise is vital in securing funding and maintaining the financial stability necessary for Arca to continue its mission of providing community-based opportunities. Hayslip ensures fiscal responsibility across all departments.

Doreen Salazar, the Director, Administrative Operations at Arca, directs the essential administrative functions that support the organization's comprehensive services. Salazar oversees daily operational activities, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness across all departments serving individuals with developmental disabilities. This leadership position involves managing office infrastructure, implementing administrative policies, and optimizing workflows to facilitate the delivery of lifelong support to children and adults. Doreen Salazar plays a key part in maintaining the smooth operation of programs, including those that extend into rural and tribal areas through the Prader-Willi Syndrome Project. The Director, Administrative Operations ensures that administrative processes align with Arca's mission of providing community-based opportunities and fostering a supportive environment. Salazar's oversight contributes directly to the organization's capacity to serve its community.