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Todd Streff, Executive Director, BCI Skills Center

Todd Streff, MS, BCBA, LBA

Todd Streff, MS, BCBA, LBA

Todd Streff, MS, BCBA, LBA

Executive Director

636-875-5251

tstreff@skillscenterSTL.com


As Executive Director, Todd is responsible for the operation of the Skills Center, the establishment of new vocational partners, and all BCI competitive employment efforts. He has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master’s of Science in Behavior Analysis and Therapy. Prior t

Executive Director

636-875-5251

tstreff@skillscenterSTL.com


As Executive Director, Todd is responsible for the operation of the Skills Center, the establishment of new vocational partners, and all BCI competitive employment efforts. He has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master’s of Science in Behavior Analysis and Therapy. Prior to joining the Skills Center, he was the Founder and Executive Director of Streff Behavior Consulting and also served as the Director of Special Education for the St. Louis County Special School District.

Jeremy Sutton, Curriculum Manager, BCI Skills Center

Jeremy Sutton

Todd Streff, MS, BCBA, LBA

Todd Streff, MS, BCBA, LBA

Curriculum Manager

636-875-5252

jsutton@skillscenterSTL.com


Jeremy is responsible for developing each of the courses and associated learning materials for all Skills Center programs.  Jeremy joined BCI in 2018 with 18 years of experience at Ranken Technical College. He has a Bachelor of Science in Communications and a master's degree in Coun

Curriculum Manager

636-875-5252

jsutton@skillscenterSTL.com


Jeremy is responsible for developing each of the courses and associated learning materials for all Skills Center programs.  Jeremy joined BCI in 2018 with 18 years of experience at Ranken Technical College. He has a Bachelor of Science in Communications and a master's degree in Counselor Education.  Jeremy’s favorite part of the job is seeing and hearing about the successes Skills Center graduates are having in their careers.

Sandy Weitkamp, Benefits Case Manager, BCI Skills Center

Sandy Weitkamp, M.Ed., LPC

Todd Streff, MS, BCBA, LBA

Sandy Weitkamp, M.Ed., LPC

Benefits Case Manager

636-875-5253

sweitkamp@skillscenterSTL.com


Prior to joining the Skills Center in 2018, Sandy was a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor for 25 years. Her knowledge of Social Security and Medicaid programs is instrumental in helping people with disabilities join the workforce without fear of losing needed supports. She is

Benefits Case Manager

636-875-5253

sweitkamp@skillscenterSTL.com


Prior to joining the Skills Center in 2018, Sandy was a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor for 25 years. Her knowledge of Social Security and Medicaid programs is instrumental in helping people with disabilities join the workforce without fear of losing needed supports. She is a community resource for anyone who has questions. She also teaches financial literacy to Skills Center students. Sandy has bachelor's degrees in Educational Studies and Special Education as well as a master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling.  

Matt Jannings, Director of Competitive Employment, BCI Skills Center

Matt Jannings

Daniel Luaders

Sandy Weitkamp, M.Ed., LPC

Director of Competitive Employment

636-875-5264

mjannings@skillscenterstl.com


 Matt joined BCI in 2020 with a diverse background in employment services, recruitment, and nonprofit leadership. With a demonstrated track record of building programs and relationships that create opportunities for people with disabilities, he is passionate about 

Director of Competitive Employment

636-875-5264

mjannings@skillscenterstl.com


 Matt joined BCI in 2020 with a diverse background in employment services, recruitment, and nonprofit leadership. With a demonstrated track record of building programs and relationships that create opportunities for people with disabilities, he is passionate about empowering people to realize their potential and articulate their value. Matt has a bachelor's degree in Organizational Communication and a master's degree in Nonprofit Leadership.

Daniel Luaders, Competitive Employment Advisor, BCI Skills Center

Daniel Luaders

Daniel Luaders

Daniel Luaders

Competitive Employment Advisor

636-875-5263

dluaders@skillscenterstl.com


Daniel first joined BCI in 2020 as an Employment Support Specialist under the Organizational Employment Program. Today at the Skills Center, he helps people with disabilities earn competitive jobs in the community. He works closely with each client to assess strengths, 

Competitive Employment Advisor

636-875-5263

dluaders@skillscenterstl.com


Daniel first joined BCI in 2020 as an Employment Support Specialist under the Organizational Employment Program. Today at the Skills Center, he helps people with disabilities earn competitive jobs in the community. He works closely with each client to assess strengths, build skills, explore options, and achieve (and sustain) the right kind of work. With a heart for leading others toward a more independent life, he has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology.

Megan Pierce

Megan Pierce

Daniel Luaders

Daniel Luaders

Competitive Employment Advisor

636-875-5229

mpierce@skillscenterstl.com


Megan joined the Skills Center in December 2021. As a Competitive Employment Advisor, she helps people with disabilities find jobs in the community that match their preferences and needs. She is excited about working with people one-on-one and having an opportunity to ma

Competitive Employment Advisor

636-875-5229

mpierce@skillscenterstl.com


Megan joined the Skills Center in December 2021. As a Competitive Employment Advisor, she helps people with disabilities find jobs in the community that match their preferences and needs. She is excited about working with people one-on-one and having an opportunity to make a difference in their lives. A 2021 graduate of Mizzou, Megan earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and is now a graduate student at the University of Missouri-St. Louis where she is studying clinical mental health counseling. 

Lisa Vergiza

Darcell Fleeman

Lisa Vergiza

Competitive Employment Advisor

636-875-5225

lvergiza@skillscenterstl.com


Lisa joined the Skills Center full time in July 2022 after moonlighting with us summers and weekends for one year as a seasonal Job Coach. Previously, she worked for the Center for Head Injury Services and Special School District. Five years into what she calls her "sec

Competitive Employment Advisor

636-875-5225

lvergiza@skillscenterstl.com


Lisa joined the Skills Center full time in July 2022 after moonlighting with us summers and weekends for one year as a seasonal Job Coach. Previously, she worked for the Center for Head Injury Services and Special School District. Five years into what she calls her "second career," Lisa couldn't imagine a more fulfilling line of work and takes great satisfaction in the growth and success of her clients. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from the University of Missouri.

Phil McRaven, Transitional Employment Manager, BCI Skills Center

Phil McRaven

Darcell Fleeman

Lisa Vergiza

Transitional Employment Manager

636-875-5240

pmcraven@skillscenterstl.com


It was our lucky day when Phil returned to BCI in 2021. Having worked as a Production Manager under our organizational employment program from 2016 to 2020, he became well-versed in leading adults with disabilities. Today, as Transitional Employment Manager, he will co

Transitional Employment Manager

636-875-5240

pmcraven@skillscenterstl.com


It was our lucky day when Phil returned to BCI in 2021. Having worked as a Production Manager under our organizational employment program from 2016 to 2020, he became well-versed in leading adults with disabilities. Today, as Transitional Employment Manager, he will continue to support these men and women as they explore competitive work in the community. Phil has a Bachelor of Science in Communications from Bradley University.

Darcell Fleeman, Vocational Instructor, BCI Skills Center

Darcell Fleeman

Darcell Fleeman

Crystal Peterson

Vocational Instructor

636-875-5272

dfleeman@skillscenterstl.com


Darcell is the Skill Center's newest Vocational Instructor. With a Bachelor's degree in Education from Lindenwood University, she has a long history of diligently preparing people with disabilities for competitive employment. Previously, she worked for the Center for Specialized

Vocational Instructor

636-875-5272

dfleeman@skillscenterstl.com


Darcell is the Skill Center's newest Vocational Instructor. With a Bachelor's degree in Education from Lindenwood University, she has a long history of diligently preparing people with disabilities for competitive employment. Previously, she worked for the Center for Specialized Services and the St. Charles School District. Darcell feels privileged to teach and cherishes the expressions of pride and accomplishment from her students and their families.

Crystal Peters, Vocational Instructor, BCI Skills Center

Crystal Peterson

Crystal Peterson

Crystal Peterson

Vocational Instructor

636-875-5213

cpeterson@skillscenterstl.com


Crystal joined BCI in 2007 as Regional Coordinator for Show Me Shine, a commercial cleaning subsidiary founded to create competitive jobs at a time when not many existed. In 2020, when Show Me Shine transitioned into the Skills Center’s Hospitality Housekeeping program, Crystal

Vocational Instructor

636-875-5213

cpeterson@skillscenterstl.com


Crystal joined BCI in 2007 as Regional Coordinator for Show Me Shine, a commercial cleaning subsidiary founded to create competitive jobs at a time when not many existed. In 2020, when Show Me Shine transitioned into the Skills Center’s Hospitality Housekeeping program, Crystal was perfectly suited to be the program's first vocational instructor. 

Adam Hinton, Teaching Assistant, BCI Skills Center

Adam Hinton

Crystal Peterson

Adam Hinton

Teaching Assistant

636-875-5221

ahinton@skillscenterstl.com


Adam comes to BCI as one of the first graduates of the Skills Center. A leader in his Salesforce class, he passed his Administrator Certification test in July 2019. Adam chose to stay with the Skills Center in order to help lead others with disabilities to their new careers in information technology. 

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