Leadership at Benchmark

Benchmark Human Services (Benchmark) is guided by experienced human services executives and clinical professionals dedicated to reliable, high-quality care. While our leaders bring diverse backgrounds in state administration, clinical practice, and operational management, they share a collective commitment to supporting individual independence, community inclusion, and potential.

Leadership Team

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Grow Your Career with Us

We look for dedicated professionals who want to bring both strength and heart to their work every day. If you are interested in making a meaningful impact, explore our career opportunities.

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National Advisory Committee

As part of our commitment to innovation and quality, Benchmark regularly collaborates with industry experts to refine our care delivery. Our 2026 Advisory Committee includes these recognized thought leaders in the public policy, Medicaid, and behavioral health sectors.

  • Val Bradley

    President Emerita, Human Services Research Institute (HSRI)

  • Josh Boynton

    Senior Partner at Athena Strategy Group; former Senior Vice President of Complex Health Solutions at CareSource; and former leader in Medicaid, disability services, and integrated care delivery systems

  • Pat Frawley, PhD

    Director at Vermont Crisis Intervention Network

  • Ron Manderschied, PhD

    Principal at Capstones Solutions Consulting; past Executive Director of National Association of County Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Directors

  • Mike Nardone

    Health policy consultant; former Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Director of Disabled and Elderly Health Programs and Pennsylvania Medicaid Director

  • John O’Brien

    Consultant in behavioral health systems design; held senior leadership roles at Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

  • Jami Snyder, MA

    President and Chief Executive Officer of JSN Strategies, LLC; past Director of the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), overseeing the State’s Medicaid program; and Texas Medicaid Director

  • Marc Tassé, PhD

    Director of the Ohio State Nisonger Center, a University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities

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If you have questions about our regional operations, would like to request a proposal, or need to speak with a specific member of our administrative team, reach out to us directly.

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