EXECUTIVE TEAM

Our executive staff are committed to services that support Californians with disabilities and are responsible for day-to-day operations.

 

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Joe Xavier
Director
 
 
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Ana Acton
Deputy Director
Independent Living and
Community Access Division
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Carol Asch
Assistant Deputy Director
Vocational Rehabilitation
Employment Division
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Peter Dawson
(Acting) Deputy Director
Specialized
Services Division
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Mark Erlichman
Deputy Director
Vocational Rehabilitation
Employment Division
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Jessica Grove
Deputy Director
Vocational Rehabilitation
Policy and Resources Division
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Jon Kirkham
Deputy Director and CIO
Information Technology
Services Division
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David Kwan
(Acting) Deputy Director
Administrative
Services Division
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Trung Le
Assistant Deputy Director
Vocational Rehabilitation
Employment Division
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Lisa Niegel
Chief Counsel
Legal Affairs & Regulations
 
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Michael Thomas
Assistant Deputy Director
Specialized
Services Division
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Kim Rutledge
Deputy Director
Legislation and Communications
 

 

 

Who We Are

Director's Message

Department Overview

Strategic Plan

Executive Team

Advisory Committees

State Plan