SHEILA MAGUIRE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Sheila retired from the Arizona Department of Economic Security; Division of Developmental Disabilities after serving 36 dedicated years. Ms. Maguire’s titles with DES/DDD included Child Development Training Specialist, Habitation Technician, Habilitation Residential Service Manager, and Habitation Service Project Coordinator. Some of her primary roles were monitoring group homes, conducting investigations, and working with local law enforcement agencies. She co-authored a successful curriculum the trained statewide law enforcement agencies, Division Managers, and provider agencies. The training program included topics covering the basic understanding of developmental disabilities and mental illnesses, how to effectively identify and interact with disabled individuals, and identifying resources available to law enforcement professionals. She travels nationally facilitating this training.

MICHAEL THOMPSON, ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
Michael has been with the Mesa Police Department for 18 years and is currently assigned to the patrol division as a Sergeant. During his career he has worked in numerous assignments including patrol officer, violent crimes detective, jail sergeant, bike unit sergeant, community action team sergeant, advanced training sergeant and a school resource officer sergeant and is a CIT (Critical Incident Team) Officer. Michael has been working with the Arizona Department of Developmental Disabilities for over five years and is currently working with Maguire Consulting helping provider agencies deliver the best possible services to clients. He has lectured nationally and throughout the Sate of Arizona helping to bridge the gap between police and provider agencies. Michael brings a unique perspective to the table with his experience in police work as well as his understanding of the mental health system. Michael possesses a B.S. in Education from Northern Arizona University and is currently completing his Masters in Educational Counseling/ Human Relations also at Northern Arizona University.

JOLENE VAN RIPER, ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
Jolene is a graduate of Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing. Her nursing career spans over thirty-five years of varied behavioral health nursing experience. Her experience includes staff and management positions in adult and adolescent psychiatry, chemical dependence, and out patient services in an urgent care setting. She has set up and launched adult psychiatry and drug treatment programs.