Roger Benn

Roger Benn

Cazenovia, New York, United States
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Seasoned Technology and Operations leader experienced in various industries spanning:…

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    Gartner

    New York, United States

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    Cazenovia, NY

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    Syracuse, New York Area

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    SUNY Oneonta, SUNY Delhi, Cazenovia College

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    Syracuse, New York Area

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    Syracuse, New York Area

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    Upstate New York Region

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    Rochester, New York Area

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    Western New York

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    East Syracuse, New York

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    Central New York

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Education

Licenses & Certifications

Volunteer Experience

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    Computer Forensics/Cybersecurity Advisory Council

    Syracuse City School District

    - Present 9 years

    Education

    As members of the Advisory Council, we provide assistance in developing the Common Career Technical Core Curriculum for the Career and Technical Education Program of the Syracuse City School District.

    The Council has been charged with revamping the curriculum to better meet the educational needs of the students to better align with industry standards and future opportunities.

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    Member

    National Association of the Deaf

    - Present 3 years 4 months

    Human Rights

  • Member

    Empire State Association Of the Deaf

    - Present 3 years 4 months

    Human Rights

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    Visual Assistant

    Be My Eyes

    - Present 3 years 10 months

    Social Services

    Serve in an "on-call" capacity to assist individuals who are blind or have low vision through live video call.

  • President - Board of Visitors Member - Quality Assurance and Accountability

    New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities - formerly OMRDD

    - Present 17 years 9 months

    Social Services

    Central New York Developmental Disabilities Services Office (DDSO) is an agency of the New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities. It provides individualized services for people with developmental disabilities and their families in Oneida, Herkimer, Madison Lewis, Onondaga, Oswego, Cortland, and Cayuga Counties. Central New York DDSO works in partnership with families, voluntary agencies, and local governments to design, develop, and deliver programs and services that meet…

    Central New York Developmental Disabilities Services Office (DDSO) is an agency of the New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities. It provides individualized services for people with developmental disabilities and their families in Oneida, Herkimer, Madison Lewis, Onondaga, Oswego, Cortland, and Cayuga Counties. Central New York DDSO works in partnership with families, voluntary agencies, and local governments to design, develop, and deliver programs and services that meet the needs of each individual and his or her family. Serve as a CNY DDSO representative in Medicaid Redesign Team Collaboration Efforts.

  • Advisory Board Member

    International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA)

    - Present 7 years 10 months

    Education

    ILEETA is committed to the reduction of law enforcement risk through the enhancement of training for criminal justice practitioners. We are committed to the safety and security of our fellow citizens, and the furtherance of understanding between society and the criminal justice professions.

  • Grief Counselor - Boys Group

    Camp Lookout - Hospice Weekend

    - Present 18 years 6 months

    Children

    The purpose of the weekend is to help teenagers develop skills and strategies to deal with the loss of a significant person in their life. Teens will have a great time boating, swimming, hiking, playing games, and overcoming obstacles; all while healing and learning to understand their emotions and cherish the memory of a loved one.

    We can help each other through the healing process.

    Staff has been trained by Hospice and Pallative Care Association of Central NY. The staff is…

    The purpose of the weekend is to help teenagers develop skills and strategies to deal with the loss of a significant person in their life. Teens will have a great time boating, swimming, hiking, playing games, and overcoming obstacles; all while healing and learning to understand their emotions and cherish the memory of a loved one.

    We can help each other through the healing process.

    Staff has been trained by Hospice and Pallative Care Association of Central NY. The staff is comprised of teachers, social workers, and people who have experienced the healing process themselves.

  • Board Member and former Chairperson

    Madison County's Promise: The Alliance for Youth

    - 4 years

    Children

  • Board Member - Board Secretary

    The Trinity of Dedication Foundation

    - 2 years

    Education

    The mission of Trinity of Dedication Foundation is honor life and prevent death of law enforcement officers. The three-pronged focus of the foundation is to promote training for members of the International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers, to honor the service and sacrifices of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty and to provide aid to their survivors.

  • Community Services Board - Chair of Mental Health Subcommittee and Board

    Madison County, NY

    - 16 years 1 month

    Social Services

    The New York State Mental Hygiene Law establishes Community Services Boards in every county. In non-charter counties (Madison), the Board is a policy-making one. As such, the Community Services Board participates in and approves the plans which are submitted to each of the Mental Hygiene Agencies: Office of Mental Health, Office of Mental Retardation/ Developmental Disabilities, Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse. The Board sets priorities for State Aid funding and recommends priorities…

    The New York State Mental Hygiene Law establishes Community Services Boards in every county. In non-charter counties (Madison), the Board is a policy-making one. As such, the Community Services Board participates in and approves the plans which are submitted to each of the Mental Hygiene Agencies: Office of Mental Health, Office of Mental Retardation/ Developmental Disabilities, Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse. The Board sets priorities for State Aid funding and recommends priorities for local funding to the County Legislature. It oversees the activities of the County Department of Mental Hygiene and its contract agencies.

  • Board Member - Treasurer, Secretary, Chairperson - Compliance Committee

    Heritage Farm, Inc

    - 6 years 11 months

    Social Services

    The programs at Heritage Farm, Inc. offer services to children and adults with developmental disabilities. Heritage Farm works with participants to educate and provide experiences in agricultural development and physical fitness.

    The services provided are: Case Management, Residential Habilitation, Day Habilitation, and Family Advocacy.

  • President, Board Member - Finance Committee

    Madison County Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse, Inc / BRiDGES

    - 6 years 3 months

    Social Services

    Madison County Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse, Inc. - BRiDGES

    The mission of BRiDGES is to improve the quality of life by providing advocacy and services to our community, the workplace, families and individuals affected by addiction and the abuse of alcohol, tobacco and other substances.

    BRiDGES is a leader in the delivery of prevention and intervention programs that promote change and build healthy communities.

    Diversity and inclusion are integral to the vision…

    Madison County Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse, Inc. - BRiDGES

    The mission of BRiDGES is to improve the quality of life by providing advocacy and services to our community, the workplace, families and individuals affected by addiction and the abuse of alcohol, tobacco and other substances.

    BRiDGES is a leader in the delivery of prevention and intervention programs that promote change and build healthy communities.

    Diversity and inclusion are integral to the vision of BRiDGES. Leadership in the community requires that we create an organizational culture and inclusive environment to meet the needs of everyone in our community. The values of our organization incorporate innovative leadership, integrity, professionalism and respect for cultural diversity and inclusion.

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    Board Member - Secretary & Chair, Compliance Committee

    ARISE CNY

    - 7 years 1 month

    Social Services

    As a non-profit, community-based organization we work to ensure that everyone, regardless of disability, has the power to make life choices and achieve their dreams. Navigating the world of disability services can often be confusing and overwhelming for many families. Whether you have a simple question or have no idea where to start, we’re here to help.

    Everything we do is based on the independent living philosophy, the belief that people with disabilities have a right to…

    As a non-profit, community-based organization we work to ensure that everyone, regardless of disability, has the power to make life choices and achieve their dreams. Navigating the world of disability services can often be confusing and overwhelming for many families. Whether you have a simple question or have no idea where to start, we’re here to help.

    Everything we do is based on the independent living philosophy, the belief that people with disabilities have a right to self-determination – the freedom to make choices and work toward achieving personal goals and systems change.

    As a designated non-residential Independent Living Center, we are organized and directed by people with disabilities. Many of our services are available to people of all ages who have all types of disabilities.

    Each year, ARISE serves more than 4,000 people from our offices located in five CNY counties: Onondaga, Oswego, Madison, Cayuga, and Seneca.

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    Council Member - Treasurer - Chair of Outreach and Data Governance Committees

    New York State Independent Living Council (NYSILC)

    - 8 years 11 months

    Social Services

    The New York State Independent Living Council (NYSILC) is a not-for-profit, non-governmental, consumer controlled organization. The council is composed of 23 appointees from around the state, a majority of whom have disabilities, representing diverse cultures and needs in the state. NYSILC is responsible for jointly developing, monitoring and evaluating the 3-year Statewide Plan for Independent Living (SPIL).

    Jointly NYSILC as state plan partners are New York State Education…

    The New York State Independent Living Council (NYSILC) is a not-for-profit, non-governmental, consumer controlled organization. The council is composed of 23 appointees from around the state, a majority of whom have disabilities, representing diverse cultures and needs in the state. NYSILC is responsible for jointly developing, monitoring and evaluating the 3-year Statewide Plan for Independent Living (SPIL).

    Jointly NYSILC as state plan partners are New York State Education Department/Office of Adult Career and Continuing Education Services-Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCESS-VR) and the Office of Children and Family Services/Commission for the Blind (CB).

    Statewide Independent Living Councils (SILCs) well established under Title VII of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended: NYSILC conducts surveys, develops reports, and has an active committee statewide that addresses significant issues failing New Yorkers with disabilities.

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    Board of Directors and Finance Committee Member

    Rochester RHIO

    - 2 years 8 months

    Health

    Rochester RHIO (Regional Health Information Organization) is a secure, electronic health information exchange (HIE) serving authorized medical providers and over 1.5 million residents in Monroe, Allegany, Chemung, Cayuga, Genesee, Livingston, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming and Yates counties in upstate New York.

    What is health information exchange? The service allows a medical care team to share records across institutions and practices, making patient…

    Rochester RHIO (Regional Health Information Organization) is a secure, electronic health information exchange (HIE) serving authorized medical providers and over 1.5 million residents in Monroe, Allegany, Chemung, Cayuga, Genesee, Livingston, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming and Yates counties in upstate New York.

    What is health information exchange? The service allows a medical care team to share records across institutions and practices, making patient information available wherever and whenever needed to provide the highest quality care. Multiple studies conducted by the Weill Cornell Medical College on the Rochester RHIO—published in peer-reviewed journals—conclude that patients benefit from reduced hospital admissions and readmissions, as well as fewer repeated radiology imaging tests. Through our work locally and with New York State, the RHIO is recognized for our progressive, innovative approach to supporting collaborative health care.

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    Operating Board Member

    HEALTHeLINK

    - Present 4 years 11 months

    Health

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    Payor Advisory Group

    New York eHealth Collaborative

    - Present 4 years 9 months

    Health

    Currently, NYeC’s Health Plan Advisory Group consists members from various organizations across New York State. The purpose of this Advisory Group is to advise NYeC on the intersection of patient care, care management and value with Health Information Exchange and Health Information Technology, and how that can be harnessed to transform the healthcare system and improve health outcomes. NYeC looks to this group to help identity priority focus areas and suggest new ideas and topics going forward.

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    Member

    AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE TEACHERS ASSOCIATION

    - Present 2 years 7 months

    Civil Rights and Social Action

    Our mission is to perpetuate, preserve, and promote American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf Culture through excellence in teaching. This includes teaching ASL as a heritage or first language, as a second language, and as part of Deaf Studies.

    ASLTA is the only national-level professional organization for American Sign Language and Deaf Studies educators.

    Welcome! We are a national association dedicated to the improvement and expansion of the teaching of ASL and Deaf Studies at all…

    Our mission is to perpetuate, preserve, and promote American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf Culture through excellence in teaching. This includes teaching ASL as a heritage or first language, as a second language, and as part of Deaf Studies.

    ASLTA is the only national-level professional organization for American Sign Language and Deaf Studies educators.

    Welcome! We are a national association dedicated to the improvement and expansion of the teaching of ASL and Deaf Studies at all levels of instruction. ASLTA is an individual membership organization of more than 1,000 ASL and Deaf Studies educators, from elementary school through graduate education, and all ASL instructors are welcome to join.

    ASLTA supports the growth of the profession of ASL and Deaf Studies education through the exchange of ideas among instructors on best teaching and learning practices at local, state, and national levels. ASLTA advocates for the improved recognition of ASL as a viable language option for Deaf individuals learning ASL as a heritage language and as a world language for non-Deaf students. As the third-most studied language in the United States, ASL has grown in popularity in no small part due to ASLTA’s pioneering advocacy efforts over the past 40+ years.

    ASLTA strives to achieve its mission by:

    -Ensuring that ASL instructors meet the highest level of professional competence in knowledge and skill
    -Supporting the only national-level certification for ASL educators
    -Improving the professional status of ASL and Deaf Studies educators
    -Promoting the teaching of ASL at all levels of education
    -Advocating for the needs of ASL teachers and students
    -Sponsoring scholarships and grants for ASL educators and students
    -Providing the only national professional development conference dedicated to ASL educators

Honors & Awards

  • The Prudy Fanning Mental Health Community Services Award 2009

    Madison County Mental Health and Community Services Board

    This award is given by the Madison County Mental Health and Community Services Board to a member of the community for advocating for mental hygiene participants in their endeavor through mental health services. The Prudy Fanning Award is given to a member of the community for advocating for services and quality of care for the 70,000 residents of Madison County New York.

  • The Consumer Services Consumer Advocacy Award 2009

    Consumer Services of Madison County Inc

    This award is given by Consumer Services of Madison County to a member of the community that aides in driving the mission of the organization forward in advocating for mental health consumers. Consumer Services of Madison County, Inc., is a private not-for-profit agency that provides the following services:
    Both intensive case management (ICM) and supportive case management (SCM) resources for children with emotional and behavioral problems
    Coordinated children’s services…

    This award is given by Consumer Services of Madison County to a member of the community that aides in driving the mission of the organization forward in advocating for mental health consumers. Consumer Services of Madison County, Inc., is a private not-for-profit agency that provides the following services:
    Both intensive case management (ICM) and supportive case management (SCM) resources for children with emotional and behavioral problems
    Coordinated children’s services initiative (CCSI) which is a program that also works to provide community based resources for children with emotional and behavioral problems. This service provides peer supports to parents, flexible fund dollars, advocacy and parent support groups
    A Peer Specialists to provide community based support services to the seriously and persistently mentally ill adults in Madison County
    The only agency in Madison County currently accepting new referrals for a representative payee services for SSI
    Care-Free Drop-In-Center
    Early Education Intervention
    CSMC Food Services

  • The Cazenovia College Student Government Paw Pin Award 2007

    Cazenovia College Student Body

    The Student Government Association gives a Paw Pin Award to an “individual who inspires others through experiences and a positive attitude, thus encouraging others to step up to challenges. Nominees must show a contribution to the entire campus community that is seen in an individual department or throughout other departments. Nominees set directions for those around them, and make informed decisions, always considering how these decisions affect all involved.”

Languages

  • American Sign Language

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  • American Sign Language

    Native or bilingual proficiency

Organizations

  • American Sign Language Teachers Association (ASLTA)

    Member

    - Present

    We are a national association dedicated to the improvement and expansion of the teaching of ASL and Deaf Studies at all levels of instruction. ASLTA is an individual membership organization of more than 1,000 ASL and Deaf Studies educators, from elementary school through graduate education, and all ASL instructors are welcome to join. ASLTA supports the growth of the profession of ASL and Deaf Studies education through the exchange of ideas among instructors on best teaching and learning…

    We are a national association dedicated to the improvement and expansion of the teaching of ASL and Deaf Studies at all levels of instruction. ASLTA is an individual membership organization of more than 1,000 ASL and Deaf Studies educators, from elementary school through graduate education, and all ASL instructors are welcome to join. ASLTA supports the growth of the profession of ASL and Deaf Studies education through the exchange of ideas among instructors on best teaching and learning practices at local, state, and national levels. ASLTA advocates for the improved recognition of ASL as a viable language option for Deaf individuals learning ASL as a heritage language and as a world language for non-Deaf students. As the third-most studied language in the United States, ASL has grown in popularity in no small part due to ASLTA’s pioneering advocacy efforts over the past 40+ years. ASLTA strives to achieve its mission by: *Ensuring that ASL instructors meet the highest level of professional competence in knowledge and skill *Supporting the only national-level certification for ASL educators *Improving the professional status of ASL and Deaf Studies educators *Promoting the teaching of ASL at all levels of education *Advocating for the needs of ASL teachers and students *Sponsoring scholarships and grants for ASL educators and students *Providing the only national professional development conference dedicated to ASL educators https://www.aslta.org

  • Empire State Association of Deaf (ESAD)

    Member

    - Present

    The Empire State (New York) Association of Deaf (ESAD) serves as the focal point of all cooperating agencies within New York State in promoting the welfare of the Deaf in educational measures, in employment and in any other field pertaining to or affecting the Deaf in their pursuit of economic security, social equality and all their just rights and privileges as citizens of New York State. ESAD was established as an organization during its first convention in Syracuse, NY in 1865 and…

    The Empire State (New York) Association of Deaf (ESAD) serves as the focal point of all cooperating agencies within New York State in promoting the welfare of the Deaf in educational measures, in employment and in any other field pertaining to or affecting the Deaf in their pursuit of economic security, social equality and all their just rights and privileges as citizens of New York State. ESAD was established as an organization during its first convention in Syracuse, NY in 1865 and incorporated in 1941.

  • National Association of the Deaf (NAD)

    Member

    - Present

    The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) is the nation’s premier civil rights organization of, by and for deaf and hard of hearing individuals in the United States of America. Established in 1880, the NAD was shaped by deaf leaders who believed in the right of the American deaf community to use sign language, to congregate on issues important to them, and to have its interests represented at the national level. These beliefs remain true to this day, with American Sign Language as a core…

    The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) is the nation’s premier civil rights organization of, by and for deaf and hard of hearing individuals in the United States of America. Established in 1880, the NAD was shaped by deaf leaders who believed in the right of the American deaf community to use sign language, to congregate on issues important to them, and to have its interests represented at the national level. These beliefs remain true to this day, with American Sign Language as a core value. The advocacy scope of the NAD is broad, covering a lifetime and impacting future generations in the areas of early intervention, education, employment, health care, technology, telecommunications, youth leadership, and more – improving the lives of millions of deaf and hard of hearing Americans. The NAD also carries out its federal advocacy work through coalition efforts with specialized national deaf and hard of hearing organizations, as well as coalitions representing national cross-disability organizations. On the international front, the NAD represents the United States of America to the World Federation of the Deaf (WFD), an international human rights organization. Individual and organizational membership makes it possible for the NAD to ensure that the collective interests of the American deaf and hard of hearing community are seen and represented among our nation’s policy makers and opinion leaders at the federal level. The NAD is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supported by the generosity of individual and organizational donors, including corporations and foundations.

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  • National Association of the Deaf (NAD)

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    "The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) is the nation’s premier civil rights organization of, by and for deaf and hard of hearing individuals in the United States of America. Established in 1880, the NAD was shaped by deaf leaders who believed in the right of the American deaf community to use sign language, to congregate on issues important to them, and to have its interests represented at the national level. These beliefs remain true to this day, with American Sign Language as a core…

    "The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) is the nation’s premier civil rights organization of, by and for deaf and hard of hearing individuals in the United States of America. Established in 1880, the NAD was shaped by deaf leaders who believed in the right of the American deaf community to use sign language, to congregate on issues important to them, and to have its interests represented at the national level. These beliefs remain true to this day, with American Sign Language as a core value. The advocacy scope of the NAD is broad, covering a lifetime and impacting future generations in the areas of early intervention, education, employment, health care, technology, telecommunications, youth leadership, and more – improving the lives of millions of deaf and hard of hearing Americans. The NAD also carries out its federal advocacy work through coalition efforts with specialized national deaf and hard of hearing organizations, as well as coalitions representing national cross-disability organizations. On the international front, the NAD represents the United States of America to the World Federation of the Deaf (WFD), an international human rights organization. Individual and organizational membership makes it possible for the NAD to ensure that the collective interests of the American deaf and hard of hearing community are seen and represented among our nation’s policy makers and opinion leaders at the federal level. The NAD is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supported by the generosity of individual and organizational donors, including corporations and foundations."

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