Board of Directors

Angela Martin serves as a Community Support Specialist and Research Assistant at the Developmental Disabilities Institute at Wayne State University.

She holds a Master's degree in Social Work with a concentration in Community Practice and brings extensive expertise in family support resource development, curriculum design, and training on self-determination and person-centered planning.

Angela's commitment to this work is deeply personal, as she has a sibling with intellectual and developmental disabilities, giving her unique insight and passion for advocacy and support.

Sylvia Kloc served as Executive Director of Arc Northwest in Wayne County for 20 years, bringing transformational leadership to the organization.

She dedicated 17 years as a volunteer advocate, focusing on inclusion and self-determination advocacy for individuals with disabilities.

Now retired and residing in Florida, Sylvia continues to participate in board activities via teleconference, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to the mission.

Her work continues to honor the memory of her son Steven, whose life inspired her decades of advocacy and service.

Scott Decker is a sports enthusiast and former sports announcer who brings his passion for community service to the CLS Board of Directors.

A graduate of Oakland University, Scott has dedicated significant time to volunteer work across multiple organizations.

His volunteer experience includes work with the Carolina Hurricanes, St. John Hospital, and Services for Older Citizens, demonstrating his commitment to serving diverse communities.

Phil Cavanagh served as a Michigan House Representative from 2011 to 2014 and as a Wayne County Commissioner from 2001 to 2008.

He holds a Bachelor's in Business Administration from Aquinas College, as well as an MBA and J.D. from the University of Detroit Mercy.

Throughout his career in public service, Phil focused on mental health services, tax foreclosure issues, and worker protections, bringing valuable legislative experience to the board.

Bryan Peckinpaugh currently serves as Public Affairs Manager for the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department.

He brings 10 years of experience from the American Red Cross and has also worked with the Greater Detroit Area Health Council.

Bryan holds a Bachelor's in Business Administration from the University of Michigan-Dearborn.

His connection to CLS is personal—his sister-in-law receives CLS supports, giving him direct insight into the impact of quality services on families.

Tammy Finn has served as Executive Director of Arc Kent County for 19 years, bringing extensive leadership experience to the board.

She is a co-founder of the West Michigan Inclusion Network and serves as a Self-Determination Facilitator for Kent County Community Mental Health.

Tammy's passion for this work is deeply personal—she is the mother of a daughter with an intellectual disability, which informs her advocacy and leadership with unique insight and dedication.

Biographical information coming soon.