Osvaldo (Ozzie) has been employed with The Opportunity Tree since June of 2014 and has worked in the field since March of 1989.

Currently he is the Site Program Manager for Phoenix.

Ozzie has experience in vocational training, habilitation for adults as well as in augmentative communication programming and the use of assistive technology to enhance communication and independent living skills.

Tracy joined the team at The Opportunity Tree in 2011, currently serving as the Maricopa Program Manager.

Her passion for working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities began while working in high school.

Cameryn (Cami) started at The Opportunity Tree in August 2023. She has a master’s degree from the University of Southern California in Gerontology, the study of aging. With her knowledge of aging and dementia, she has joined the Supported Aging group to best support and honor each Member’s aging experience.

Her passion for validating and normalizing the aging experience combines with her love of helping others in TOT’s Supported Aging group.

Cami works closely with partners at Hospice of the Valley, with hopes to help develop a program that can recognize symptoms of dementia and tailor resources and activities to more intentionally support aging individuals with I/DD.

Lashawna has dedicated 19 years to supporting and advocating for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Currently a Residential Team Manager, Lashawna has been with The Opportunity Tree since 2022. Lashawna brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for making a positive impact on those she serves.

Her commitment to empowering individuals and fostering inclusivity shines through in her work every day.

Danny joined The Opportunity Tree as Residential Team Manager in September 2023, bringing with him over 15 years of unwavering commitment to working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Motivated by a profound belief in the power of presence to create positive change in someone’s life, Danny sees this line of work as more than just a job; it’s a calling.

He firmly believes that simple acts of kindness can have a ripple effect on our members’ lives, and he is dedicated to upholding this principle throughout his tenure at The Opportunity Tree, fostering a culture of compassion and support within the residential community.

Kayla came to The Opportunity Tree in 2017. She is the Service Coordinator at the Maricopa Campus and handles all Member services.

Kayla was proudly one of the inaugural staff members at the opening of The Opportunity Tree’s Maricopa Campus. She has had multiple positions within the organization.

Kayla has a passion for the field and the people she supports.

Haymanot (Hiyeme) started at The Opportunity Tree in December of 2023, currently serving as the Phoenix LEAF Service Coordinator. She has worked in the DDD field for four years where she deepened her understanding of advocacy and the change it can create.

She served people with substance use disorder as a Case Manager, where she gained key human services experience.

Hiyeme is enthusiastic about playing a supporting role in ensuring people’s needs, goals, and hopes are realized.

Mary has been with The Opportunity Tree for the past 9 years and has worked in the IDD field in Arizona since 1992.  She has a bachelor’s degree in Social Welfare from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. 

Mary has past experience managing residential settings, supervising HCBS programs and has been a Licensing Coordinator for Adult and Child Developmental Homes.  Training allows Mary to make an impact by connecting with those who are closest to the members and make a difference on a daily basis in their lives.