EXECUTIVE TEAM

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

Joe Xavier

Director

Ana Acton

Deputy Director
Independent Living and
Community Access Division

Carol Asch

Assistant Deputy Director
Vocational Rehabilitation
Employment Division

Peter Dawson

(Acting) Deputy Director
Specialized
Services Division

Mark Erlichman

Deputy Director
Vocational Rehabilitation
Employment Division

Jessica Grove

Deputy Director
Vocational Rehabilitation
Policy and Resources Division

Jon Kirkham

Deputy Director and CIO
Information Technology
Services Division

David Kwan

(Acting) Deputy Director
Administrative
Services Division

Trung Le

Assistant Deputy Director
Vocational Rehabilitation
Employment Division

Lisa Niegel

Chief Counsel
Legal Affairs & Regulations

Michael Thomas

Assistant Deputy Director
Specialized
Services Division

Kim Rutledge

Deputy Director
Legislation and Communications