Doug Middleton, CEO of Vocation Plus Connections, Inc. (VPCI) holds a Master's degree in Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling. Having studied and worked with people with disabilities since his youth, Doug has a passion for working alongside and seeing his peers succeed, recognizing the unique challenges and opportunities they face. Doug finds tremendous fulfilment collaborating alongside the truly dynamic staff of VPCI with the common goal of offering individualized supports across all areas of life with emphasis on independence, socialization and work. Doug’s daily focus to keep VPCI attentive to the needs of community members living with a disability and remaining progressive in an ever changing environment drives him to see the positive and view challenges as opportunities for continued growth. When Doug is not singing out of tune in the hallways at work, he takes great joy in his family, including; his wife, three children, dog, tortoise, parakeet and guinea pig. The Middleton crew can often be found enjoying the backyard of their Fresno home together or venturing to the mountains or beach to take in the great outdoors. Contact information: dmiddleton@vocconnect.com / (559) 940-6621

Hello, my name is Amie Cullen. I’m the Business Manager of Vocation Plus Connections Inc. I oversee the financials and day to day bookkeeping of VPCI. I assist in HR, providing guidance to staff and persons served alike. I worked in the food industry, managing a restaurant, while simultaneously working hands on as a job coach with our amazing persons served of VPCI in 2014/2015. I rejoined the VPCI family in 2016 as the Business Manager with my certification in Computerized Accounting & Business Management. I love working with our persons served and can honestly say working with the VPCI team, in this industry, is the most rewarding job I’ve ever had. In my spare time I enjoy decorating, crafting, reading and gardening. I have a spoiled cat that I adore and many nieces and nephews that occupy my time outside of the office. Contact information: acullen@vocconnect.com / (559) 940-6789

Hi, my name is Dan Silva. I am the schedule coordinator for Vocation Plus Connections and part of our Social Media team. I can't imagine working anywhere else because, helping our persons served with learning, making good choices, or just having a good time at one of our parties, makes everyday a blessing. The best part of my weekend is when I get to roller skate or go cruising on my sports bike. I have been married for over 20 years to my beautiful wife and have two awesome sons. My goal in life is to make a difference with my personal and professional family. Contact information: dsilva@vocconnect.com / (559) 940-6784

Hello, my name is Valerie De La Rosa. I am Vocation Plus’s first and only Case Management Director. I have a Bachelor's degree in Human Services, because I have always had the desire to help others. I have a deep passion for working with the special needs population. I am a huge advocate for person-centered services. I love music, bubblegum, & Pizza. My favorite color is Dodger blue. My spirit animal is the flamingo. I love laughing, especially at my own jokes. Doug Middleton & I are secretly obsessed with Chuck Norris. I exude positive vibes and firmly believe that kindness is contagious. I am happily married with 3 beautiful children, 2 dogs and 2 cats. If I could, I would change our company name to Valcation Plus Connections. I am so glad to be working at Vocation Plus. There is no place I’d rather be… Contact information: vdelarosa@vocconnect.com / (559) 940-6862

Hello there, my name is Melissa Pimentel. I am one of the Case Managers here at Vocation plus, and I can’t tell you how BLESSED I am to have my job, advocate for our Persons Served and work with the VPCI team! A little bit about myself is that I have 6 amazing kids and some things I enjoy are; family time, reading, puzzles, day trips to the beach, watching football and taking pictures!! Contact information: mpimentel@vocconnect.com / (559) 388-5799

Hello! My name is Silhouette Venegas. I have had the pleasure to work for VPCI since 2015. I started as a Job Coach, moved up to a Direct Support Team Lead, and now I am a Case Manager. I love working and being a part of the VPCI family. I experience so much joy helping and making a difference in the lives of our person served. They too have positively impacted my life and I can't imagine working anywhere else. I have 4 beautiful and amazing children. They are the light of my life. I enjoy watching movies, sports, going on hikes, and most importantly spending time with my family. Contact information: svenegas@vocconnect.com / (559) 242-6234

Hello! My name is Jade Riggins and I am the Deaf Plus Case Manager for VPCI. I graduated from Fresno State and received both my bachelor's and master's in Deaf Education. I am continuing my education in a doctoral program to help provide more educational resources to deaf individuals! I love to sew, play video games, and do photography/videography. I'm so excited to bring information regarding the deaf community, culture, and American Sign Language to our persons served. Contact information: jriggins@vocconnect.com / (559) 201-8630

Hi! My name is Jacob, I am a Program Support Specialist here at VPCI. I am a graduate from Fresno Pacific University with a degree in Social Science. In my spare time I love riding my Harley and spending time with my family and friends. I am grateful for the opportunity to be able to support our awesome staff and persons served each day. If you see me around, say hi! And remember, YOU ROCK! Contact information: jtorres@vocconnect.com / (559) 202-3455