Hello
So nice to meet you, meet our team!
With us you are family; it's what we’re all about. When you choose Congregate Connect we don't take that lightly. That's why we promise empathy, justice and the right support to meet any and all your needs wherever you are. No case is too hard. And we don't give up no matter how challenging life may be for someone.
Our team
KADIJAH BRANSON COO...bio coming shortly
DR. MICHAEL LUTHER, DDS, INVESTMENT MANAGER & FINANCIAL STRATEGIST
KADIJAH BRANSON COO...bio coming shortly
RUBEN BRANSON DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
DR. MICHAEL LUTHER, DDS, INVESTMENT MANAGER & FINANCIAL STRATEGIST
KADIJAH BRANSON COO...bio coming shortly
MR. BRANSON'S MANAGEMENT STYLE
is one that embodies an individualized lifestyle of autonomy and support for consumers that sets Congregate Connect in an alternative stratosphere from its competition.
Since 2015, Ruben Branson has been the program director and CEO of Congregate Connect. He is an honorably discharged veteran from the United
MR. BRANSON'S MANAGEMENT STYLE
is one that embodies an individualized lifestyle of autonomy and support for consumers that sets Congregate Connect in an alternative stratosphere from its competition.
Since 2015, Ruben Branson has been the program director and CEO of Congregate Connect. He is an honorably discharged veteran from the United States Navy and in 1995 he completed a program for Licensed vocational nurses. He was introduced to the regional center system while volunteering at the Los Angeles Police Department’s Southwest Division. His professional career includes extensive experience as a director and nurse in multiple care facilities. He has an associate degree in liberal studies and an undergraduate degree in business. Mr. Branson has developed relationships with the Los Angeles City Council, District Attorney’s office, Public Defenders Office - Courts Mental Health liaisons and county department of probations. He is a leader and an advocate for innovation in all facets of business management of homes and services for consumers that sets a precedence in this business.
DR. MICHAEL LUTHER, DDS, INVESTMENT MANAGER & FINANCIAL STRATEGIST
DR. MICHAEL LUTHER, DDS, INVESTMENT MANAGER & FINANCIAL STRATEGIST
DR. MICHAEL LUTHER, DDS, INVESTMENT MANAGER & FINANCIAL STRATEGIST
Dr. Luther has been an asset manager for over 30 years. In 1988, he founded Luther, Smith & Small, a firm specializing in underwriting IPOs. This company later merged with W.R. Lazard & Co, an asset management company with more than $20 billion under management. In 1994, Dr. Luther turned his attention to venture capital opportunities for
Dr. Luther has been an asset manager for over 30 years. In 1988, he founded Luther, Smith & Small, a firm specializing in underwriting IPOs. This company later merged with W.R. Lazard & Co, an asset management company with more than $20 billion under management. In 1994, Dr. Luther turned his attention to venture capital opportunities for seed money to promising start-up and early stage businesses. He was also a founding Board member of the leading venture capital fund Kline Hawkes California SBIC. In 2016, Dr. Luther founded Gracecare Medical Holdings to scale and manage his numerous holdings in the healthcare industry. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry from North Carolina AT&T University, a DDS degree from Howard University and a Master's degree in public health from John Hopkins University.
AMOS K. LADOUCEUR, MD, CHIEF MEDICAL DIRECTOR
TAKIRA FLORENCE, RN, SENIOR NURSE CASE MANAGER
DR. MICHAEL LUTHER, DDS, INVESTMENT MANAGER & FINANCIAL STRATEGIST
Dr. Amos Ladouceur graduated from the Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons in 2006 and also from Columbia Medical School in 2011. He is a family medicine specialist practicing in Los Angeles, California and has over 15 years of diverse experience in the medical field.
TAKIRA FLORENCE, RN, SENIOR NURSE CASE MANAGER
TAKIRA FLORENCE, RN, SENIOR NURSE CASE MANAGER
TAKIRA FLORENCE, RN, SENIOR NURSE CASE MANAGER
Takira is a highly skilled nursing professional with 22 years of experience in nursing management, nurse consultation and care of clients in acute care, community care, home health and outpatient surgery care environments. She received her Masters in Nursing from California State University - Dominguez Hills. She has managed comprehensi
Takira is a highly skilled nursing professional with 22 years of experience in nursing management, nurse consultation and care of clients in acute care, community care, home health and outpatient surgery care environments. She received her Masters in Nursing from California State University - Dominguez Hills. She has managed comprehensive nursing departments in major hospitals and applies ANA standards of nursing administration practice in performance with leadership roles. She has deep rooted experience in case management of developmentally disabled clients with intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, autism and epilepsy. She is presently employed as a Federal Employee with the Veterans Administration as a senior nurse educator and as a senior nurse manager at Congregate Connect.
Bertha Romero, Assistant Director
TAKIRA FLORENCE, RN, SENIOR NURSE CASE MANAGER
TAKIRA FLORENCE, RN, SENIOR NURSE CASE MANAGER
A native Californian, Assistant Director Bertha Romero has relationships within more than 20 private nonprofit regional centers located throughout the State and provides services and supports to over 250,000 Californians with developmental disabilities. Bertha Romero has proven expertise providing case management services for individuals
A native Californian, Assistant Director Bertha Romero has relationships within more than 20 private nonprofit regional centers located throughout the State and provides services and supports to over 250,000 Californians with developmental disabilities. Bertha Romero has proven expertise providing case management services for individuals who are judicially involved whom may have mental health setbacks. Coming from south side regional center and having 15 plus years of experience in the department of children and adult services (DCAS) as well as specialized service unit (SSU), Bertha is guaranteed to establish long lasting relationships with individuals, specialized service providers, public defenders as well as stakeholders. Her transition from service coordinate at the south side regional center to becoming the west side assistant director of Congregate Connect.
Chyna Frank, H.R. Director
Lisa Perona Reyes, Director of Quality Assurance
Lisa Perona Reyes, Director of Quality Assurance
Chyna has worked in the field of servicing individuals with mental and intellectual disabilities for 8 years. She started her career in education and then progressed to overseeing the special education departments in multiple locations; this has led her to be the new Human Resources Director of Congregate Connect. In her years of experi
Chyna has worked in the field of servicing individuals with mental and intellectual disabilities for 8 years. She started her career in education and then progressed to overseeing the special education departments in multiple locations; this has led her to be the new Human Resources Director of Congregate Connect. In her years of experience, she has developed and maintained the skills to collaborate effectively and professionally with employers, colleagues, parents, conservators and members of the community. It is her duty to assist staff with implementing federal, state, and local mandates, and employ critical thinking and problem resolution skills to maintain an enjoyable and functional working environment for all employees. This ensures our consumers receive safe, appropriate services, and the quality of life they deserve.
Lisa Perona Reyes, Director of Quality Assurance
Lisa Perona Reyes, Director of Quality Assurance
Lisa Perona Reyes, Director of Quality Assurance
Under her realm, she oversees the development, management, implementation and sustainability of all quality assurance and improvement activities, compliance procedures and safety and risk management programs. Lisa has created the department vision, which is, “To be the center of excellence that propels Congregate Connect toward superior
Under her realm, she oversees the development, management, implementation and sustainability of all quality assurance and improvement activities, compliance procedures and safety and risk management programs. Lisa has created the department vision, which is, “To be the center of excellence that propels Congregate Connect toward superior performance while cultivating exceptional care and services to the individual Congregate Connect serves.
Lisa has over 10 years of experience, which includes non-profit management, regulatory compliance, risk management, case management, quality assurance, and performance improvement. Lisa is passionate about the health care industry and takes pride in knowing that the Quality Assurance Services Department plays a major role in steering Congregate Connect to provide safe and quality care in alignment with strategic goals.
By accomplishing our mission, we are respecting the tireless work and years of dedicated efforts of parents, legislators and especially the forefather of mental health reform,
Frank D. Lanterman.
