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She is passionate about the integration of research into practice and partners with community providers to support clinical research and evidence-based practice. Dr. Koudys serves as the International Representative on the Board of Directors for the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB). Dr. Koudys was an appointed member of the Government of Ontario’s Clinical Expert Committee for ASD and the Autism Advisory Panel for the Ontario Autism Program. She was Chair of the Ontario Scientific Expert Taskforce for the Treatment of ASD and is an active contributor to various volunteer committees.

Anita has written over 30 research articles and chapters and presented more than 50 papers and workshops, including invited addresses, at both national and international conferences in behavior analysis. Her research interests include organizational practices and equity practices in ABA, instructional design, and translational research examining productivity and training effects. She is on the conference committee board for the Women in Behavior Analysis, the DEI board for the Association of Behavior Analysis International, and serves as a subject matter expert for the BACB.

Chrissy is the former Director of Employment Services at Embracing Autism (Columbus, OH) where she led the organization to find meaningful employment for adults experiencing developmental disabilities. She is passionate about supporting parents and caregivers of loved ones with special needs, is a public speaker in the areas of relationship building between families and teachers/therapists, as well as improving self-care for the caregiver. Chrissy enjoys hiking, tennis, paddle boarding, is an avid podcast listener, and fully into the pickleball craze. She lives in Portland, OR with her husband, sons, two loyal dogs, a feisty rescue cat, and three backyard chickens.

Currently, Nicole focuses on trauma-informed ABA practices and reducing coercive interventions while maintaining clinical effectiveness. She has taught at Simmons University and Purdue Global University and collaborates with organizations to promote ethical, client-centered care. Her research interests include organizational behavior management and non-aversive behavior systems.

Nicole is actively involved in professional service, having served on the Wisconsin Association for Behavior Analysis Board and chaired committees on diversity and inclusion. She is committed to equity, mentorship, and advancing compassionate ABA practices. Nicole received the 2023 WisABA Award for Significant Contributions to Behavior Analysis.

Rebecca has been privileged to deliver ABA services to children, adolescents, and adults both in the United States and overseas. She enjoys providing education and consultation services to ABA professionals and organizations. Through her advocacy efforts and dedication to quality, her ultimate goal is to make a significant impact through effective and efficient services utilizing the science of behavior analysis.