Bancroft's Leadership

Bancroft's senior leadership team has a wealth of experience in both organizational management and the care of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and acquired brain injuries.

Our team is committed to providing the best possible services and supports, while keeping a strong focus on fiscal responsibility and strategic planning. As a result, Bancroft is able to offer a wide range of exemplary programs that make significant improvements in people's lives.

Moreover, our leaders embody and instill a strong culture of teamwork, respect and person-centered services, which continually drives Bancroft toward clinical and operational excellence.

Executive Team

Toni Pergolin, CPA
President and Chief Executive

As the chief executive officer of Bancroft, the fifth largest employer in Camden County, New Jersey, Toni Pergolin is responsible for overseeing all of the non-profit’s programs and services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism and acquired brain injuries. 

Programs and supports include a wide range of community-based programs, including nearly 200 homes and apartments in the tri-state region (New Jersey, Delaware and Pennsylvania), three special-education schools, an inclusive daycare program, multiple vocational and day programs for adults, as well as home-based supports, and training and consultation services for public school districts and other service providers.  In addition, the organization works in partnership with many other community organizations and businesses.  These include working with nearly 100 community employers who provide employment and volunteer opportunities for those Bancroft supports, a transitional education classroom on the Camden County College campus, and provides brain injury services for veterans through a Veterans Administration-funded rehabilitation pilot program. 

Under Ms. Pergolin's leadership, Bancroft has moved its mission forward in many ways, including expanding services to meet the growing needs of children and adults and their families, increasing its partnerships and professional affiliations, while also significantly improving financial systems and management. 

Ms. Pergolin joined Bancroft as chief financial officer in 2004, and became president and CEO in 2006.  She previously worked at the University of Pennsylvania Health System for 14 years in various positions, including chief financial officer for Pennsylvania Hospital.  Ms. Pergolin received her undergraduate degree in accounting from Penn State and her master's in health administration from Saint Joseph's University. A certified public accountant, Ms. Pergolin resides in Penn Valley, Pa., with her husband and two sons.

She is currently a board member of the South Jersey Chamber of Commerce and Our Lady of Lourdes Health Care Services in Camden. She is a member of the Forum of Executive Women, and in 2008 was named one of the Philadelphia Business Journal's "Women of Distinction,” based on her professional accomplishments, community involvement and other achievements.  In September 2011, she was also named one of 24 Women on the Move honored by Mainline Today magazine.   

Stephen Bruce, M.Ed., BCBA, CBIS
Vice President of Strategic Planning

Stephen Bruce has worked for Bancroft for more than 20 years in the fields of autism, developmental disabilities, and brain injury. Up until recently, he was responsible for the operational aspects of all Bancroft programs. In May 2011, Mr. Bruce assumed responsibility for strategic planning, to plan for and safeguard the organization's future for those we support and their families. In this role, he continues to oversee admissions, facilities, security and IT.

Mr. Bruce earned his master of education degree specializing in applied behavior analysis from Temple University. He is a board-certified behavior analyst as well as a certified brain injury specialist. Over the years, Mr. Bruce has served in leadership positions in several Bancroft pediatric programs, and in the areas of professional development, planning, marketing and admissions. In addition, he is an adjunct faculty member at Temple University, where he teaches courses in applied behavior analysis.

Thomas J. Burke
Chief Financial Officer

Thomas Burke joined Bancroft in January 2010 as Chief Financial Officer. He brings a wealth of experience in finance, real estate and strategic planning to this position, which will help him lead the organization through some of the challenging funding issues ahead.

Prior to joining Bancroft, Mr. Burke served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Trefoil Properties, LP, a commercial real estate development and management firm. Prior to this, he was Chief Financial and Administrative Officer at Chapel Mortgage Corporation, a privately-owned mortgage bank operating in 40 states, where he was responsible for all corporate finance, administrative, regulatory, compliance, tax and legal matters. He started his career as an auditor with PricewaterhouseCoopers, and later held positions as vice president of investment banking with Merrill Lynch & Co. and Berwind Financial Group.

Mr. Burke earned a bachelor of science degree in accounting from King's College, graduating magna cum laude. He later received his Master of Business Administration (Finance concentration) from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business.

Caroline Eggerding, M.D.
Vice President of Clinical Services, Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Eggerding leads and oversees medical and clinical activities throughout the organization, ensuring that Bancroft provides person-centered care that promotes independence, community relationships and a healthy lifestyle.

Dr. Eggerding has been very active at the state level in New Jersey, advocating strongly on behalf of children with disabilities. She has been a member of the State Special Education Advisory Council and the New Jersey State Task Force on the Education of Students with Autism. She is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics New Jersey Chapter Council on Children with Disabilities. Since 2008, Dr. Eggerding has served as a member and Chair of the Governor's Council for Medical Research and Treatment of Autism.

After receiving her medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis, Dr. Eggerding performed her residency at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and received additional post-graduate training at The Hospital for Sick Children in London. Board-certified in pediatrics, she is also a diplomate in neurodevelopmental disabilities.

Joseph Flamini
Chief Operating Officer

Joseph Flamini joined Bancroft in March 2010 as chief operating officer, bringing a wide breadth of experience and knowledge in healthcare operations to the executive leadership team.

Mr. Flamini came to Bancroft from St. Francis Medical Center in Trenton, where he served as vice president of administration and facility operations. In that role, he had operating responsibility for clinical and support departments and administration of the 253 bed Medical Center along with departments at two other Catholic Health East facility locations in New Jersey. Prior to that position, he worked at Lourdes Health System (Burlington), where he held progressively responsible positions over 13 years. He began at Lourdes as administrator for professional services, then was appointed senior vice president of operations, and was promoted to chief executive officer in 1997. He earned his bachelor of arts degree in political science at Rutgers University, and his MBA from Saint Joseph's University. He is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives and a member of the board and past chair of the American Red Cross of Burlington County.

Tracee Hunt
Chief Human Resources Officer

Tracee Hunt joined Bancroft in spring 2011, leading the HR function on an interim basis, and was named to her permanent position as chief human-resources officer that fall.

A skilled HR professional, she provided key leadership during a transitional period, while continuing Bancroft's focus on becoming an "employer of choice." A member of Bancroft's board of trustees since July 2010, Ms. Hunt resigned from that role when she accepted her interim post.

She is responsible for all HR functions at Bancroft and, as a member of the organization’s executive leadership, helps guide strategies to achieve Bancroft’s overall vision.

Previously, Ms. Hunt was vice president of human resources and community relations at The Philadelphia Coca-Cola Bottling Company, where she was responsible for all aspects of human-resources strategy and management since 2000. Prior to Philly Coke, Ms. Hunt gained HR management experience in the retail, hospital administration, manufacturing and chemical fields.

She serves on the board of directors for the Philadelphia Workforce Investment Board, a mayoral appointed position, and previously served as chair of the Philadelphia Youth Council for four years. Ms. Hunt is also a board member for Impact Services, one of Philadelphia’s largest community development corporations, and for the Children’s Scholarship Fund of Philadelphia.

A member of the Tri-State Human Resources Association, Ms. Hunt has a master’s degree in human services administration from Rider University, and earned her bachelor’s in vocational education from Southern Illinois University.

Daniel J. Keating, Ph.D.
Vice President of Family Services

Daniel J. Keating, Ph.D., has more than 30 years of professional experience in working with people with disabilities.

At Bancroft, he is responsible for Family Services and Government Relations. He coordinates the activities of the Family Council and program advisory committees and serves as Family Advocate. He represents Bancroft on the Board of the Alliance for the Betterment of Citizens with Disabilities (ABCD) and the Legislation and Policy Committee of the New Jersey Association of Community Providers (NJACP).

Dr. Keating is co-chair of the Contracted Services Committee, a group of provider representatives that meets regularly with officials of the Division of Developmental Disabilities. Previously at Bancroft, Dr. Keating was responsible for the operations of the residential and day programs for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and acquired brain injuries.

Dr. Keating received his doctorate degree from Temple University. He is an adjunct faculty member of the Psychology Department at Drexel University and the Human Services Department at Camden County College. Earlier in his career, Dr. Keating helped launch one of the first residential programs and one of the first day programs for people with brain injuries and aided in the development of comprehensive acute and post-acute rehabilitation programs for people with brain injuries.

He was a founding member of the Academy for the Certification of Brain Injury Specialists and is a certified brain-injury specialist trainer. He serves on the Professional Advisory Board of the Brain Injury Association of Delaware. Previously, he served on the board of directors of the National Head Injury Foundation; as chairman of its professional education and training committee; and on the board of trustees of the Pennsylvania and Maine brain injury associations.

Colleen Macalino, C.P.A.
Vice President of Finance

Colleen Macalino joined Bancroft as controller in August 2005, and was appointed vice president of finance in March 2007. She previously had worked as a corporate controller for other organizations, and has operated her own accounting practice.

A certified public accountant in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania, Ms. Macalino is a member of the New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants. She earned her bachelor of science in accounting and graduated magna cum laude from Villanova University.

As a mother of a young man with severe disabilities, Ms. Macalino feels that it was her destiny to serve at Bancroft. "It is a privilege and honor to work here," she says.

Josefina Nash
Vice President, Information Technology

Josefina "Fina" Nash joined Bancroft in October 2011, as vice president for information technology. She brings to Bancroft over 15 years of progressive information-systems experience in commercial, nonprofit and government sectors.

Much of her career was spent in the field of biotechnology, working as director of information systems for the Coriell Institute for Medical Research in Camden, N.J., for ten years. Most recently, she was director, IT operations, at TAI Software, where she focused on healthcare, including the implementation of an electronic medical record -- experience that will be very helpful to Bancroft.

Ms. Nash earned her bachelor of arts degree from Rutgers University, and her master of science degree from the University of Pennsylvania.

Kathy M. Ross
Executive Liaison, Office of the President

Kathy Ross first came to Bancroft in 1983 as assistant to the president, initially working with Dr. Clarence York, and then Dr. George Niemann. Over the years, Ms. Ross assumed increasing levels of responsibility - from coordinator of corporate affairs to director to senior director - and in 1998 was named a Bancroft vice president.  Today, she works closely with the president, Toni Pergolin, and other members of the executive staff team, as well as the Board of Trustees and related volunteer leadership in support of the organization’s mission and vision, and serves as board secretary, a corporate officer position.   
Over the years, Ms. Ross has also been responsible for communications and public relations, family services, government relations, licensing and accreditation, policies and procedures, among others. 
Prior to joining Bancroft, Ms. Ross worked for an educational publishing company, serving in several increasing responsibility capacities.  She has completed coursework at the University of Philippines, Glassboro State College (now Rowan University), Rutgers University and Camden County College, as well as numerous management and leadership programs over the years.  In 2008, she completed the Certificate Program in Developmental Disabilities at Rutgers School of Social Work Institute for Families.  

Melissa Wheatcroft, Esq.
Vice President of Program Operations

Melissa Wheatcroft joined Bancroft as corporate counsel in March 2005, and assumed responsibility for the Quality Management Department in July 2005.

In May 2011, Ms. Wheatcroft was appointed Vice President of Program Operations, responsible for overseeing the operational aspects of all Bancroft programs, inlcuding the Quality Management Department.

Prior to joining Bancroft, Ms. Wheatcroft was in private practice at Archer & Greiner, a large Haddonfield, N.J.-based law firm, where she specialized in labor and employment law. While with Archer & Greiner, she often handled Bancroft matters and became familiar with the organization's services.

Ms. Wheatcroft is licensed to practice law in New Jersey. She graduated from Rutgers University School of Law at Camden with highest honors and earned her bachelor of arts degree, summa cum laude, from St. Joseph's University.

Senior Directors

In addition, the organization has thirteen senior directors who are responsible for overseeing various aspects of service delivery as well as program support functions. See their profiles below.

Cynthia Boyer, Ph.D.,
Senior Clinical Director of Brain Injury Programs

Dr. Boyer has more than 20 years experience as a clinician and administrator in neuropsychology and brain injury rehabilitation. She has adjunct faculty appointments at Rowan University (Department of Special Education), Widener University (Department of Clinical Psychology), and Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (Department of Clinical Psychology). Dr. Boyer has ancillary privileges in the Dept. of Neurology at Cooper University Hospital and is a medical rehabilitation surveyor for the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). She serves on the boards of both the Academy of Brain Injury Specialists (ACBIS) and the Brain Injury Association of New Jersey. She is licensed as a clinical psychologist in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

Eric M. Eberman, M.S.Ed.
Senior Operations Director for Pediatric and Adolescent Residential Programs

Mr. Eberman leads the admissions, discharge, performance improvement and employee activities of all children's campus and community residential programs. His main goal is to ensure individuals served by the organization receive the best environment possible to reach their maximum potential.

Mr. Eberman has worked at Bancroft for almost 10 years and has developed a strong reputation in the field of developmental disabilities. He has presented at numerous conferences, and is a member of the Association for Behavior Analysis and the Delaware Valley Association for Behavior Analysis.

In 2007, he earned his master of science degree in education, specializing in applied behavior analysis, from Temple University. Mr. Eberman received his bachelor's degree from Rider University in 1997.

Regina Gentlesk Green, PMHCNS, BC
Senior Director of Nursing

Regina Gentlesk Green is an advanced practice nurse with more than ten years of experience in the nursing field, specializing in mental health and neurological disabilities. As Bancroft's senior director of nursing, she is responsible for nursing leadership across Bancroft, overseeing Bancroft's nurses, nurse managers and nurse case managers.

Previously, Ms. Green was a clinical nurse specialist for the University of Medicine and Dentistry at Ancora Psychiatric Hospital, and for the Center for Family Guidance. She has held numerous teaching positions, including adjunct clinical faculty positions at the University of Pennsylvania – where she received her master's degree in nursing – and at Thomas Jefferson University, where she earned her bachelor's in nursing.

Ms. Green first became associated with Bancroft in the 1990s, when she provided direct care in Bancroft's education and residential programs. She holds nursing licenses in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, an advanced practice nurse license in New Jersey, and is a board-certified psychiatric/mental-health clinical nurse specialist.

Sharon Jurman
Senior Director of Early Childhood and Outreach Services

Sharon Jurman is a Special Educator, Teacher of the Handicapped, with over 30 years of experience in the field of special education.

She has concentrated in the field of disabilities and developmental delays including rare genetic syndromes, autism spectrum disorders and applied behavior analysis as a teacher, consultant, presenter and an administrator.

Her current duties include overseeing Bancroft's Early Intervention Program, Consultation and Training Department, Little Butterflies inclusive daycare program, and the Bancroft Workshop Series.

She is also a member of Bancroft's Clinical Leadership Team, which guides clinical services for the organization. Ms. Jurman designed and established the Bancroft Preschool Program for Children with Autism (now known as the Early Education Program for Children on the Autism Spectrum), and is a past administrator of the Bancroft CARES Program (Center for Autism Research and Educational Services).

She provides consultation services to public and private school districts in the areas of inclusion, classroom management and design, staff education and training, behavior management, curriculum and IEP development, before- and after-school programs and family training.

Ms. Jurman received her bachelor of sciences degree in special education from Glassboro State College (now Rowan University).

Lisa Kubisiak
Senior Director of Operations Bancroft Brain Injury Services

Lisa Kubisiak is responsible for the operations of Bancroft’s brain injury programs in Cherrry Hill, Brick and Plainsboro, N.J.

Ms. Kubisiak joined Bancroft in 2009 as program director of Bancroft Brain Injury Services. Previously, she was employed with The Mentor Network/NJ Mentor where she worked for nearly ten years, most recently as director of business development. She has more than 20 years of experience in the administration of social service and behavioral healthcare programs on both a state and regional level. She also has a proven background in the development and operation of community-based brain injury rehabilitation programs throughout New Jersey. Lisa holds a bachelor of science degree in special education from The Pennsylvania State University.

Robert J. Lenherr
Principal/Senior Director, Education

Bob Lenherr has over thirty years experience in the field of special education and vocational education, holding a variety of positions, including teacher, vocational coordinator, supervisor and assistant principal.  Since 1998, he has served as the principal of The Bancroft School on the Haddonfield campus.  Additionally, since 2004 he has served as the senior director of Bancroft’s Education Programs, which includes three schools.  He is also currently an adjunct professor in the Special Education Department at Holy Family University.

Mr. Lenherr earned a bachelors degree in psychology from Holy Family University in 1976 and a masters degree in education from the College of New Jersey in 1992.  He holds New Jersey certifications in the following areas: teacher, supervisor, vocational coordinator and principal.  He was a Commission on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) surveyor from 1997 to 2007.

Dennis Morgan
Senior Clinical Director of the Education Program

Mr. Morgan focuses on the quality of the education program and its resulting outcomes. He works to ensure that best practices are utilized throughout the curricula. He also oversees professional development for teachers and paraprofessionals to ensure they learn new, effective teaching strategies. And he develops and evaluates outcome measures to monitor results among students and maintain clinical excellence.

A highly effective educator, Mr. Morgan is a past recipient of the Ruth K. Newman Award for Educational Excellence for his work with students with developmental disabilities. He holds certifications in elementary education (K-8) and special education (K-12), and is a certified school principal (K-12), curriculum supervisor and supervisor of special education. He also holds a military security clearance certification. Prior to joining Bancroft, Mr. Morgan was principal for the Vanguard School in Valley Forge, Pa., and The Y.A.L.E. School in Cherry Hill, N.J.

Mr. Morgan is heavily involved with the New Jersey Special Olympics, serving as a coach and chaperone for winter and spring events. He coaches softball and floor hockey.

An active member of the Pennsylvania Air National Guard, Mr. Morgan is a munitions systems specialist for the 111th Fighter Wing. He has supported numerous military endeavors including military operations. In addition, he was named the 2008 Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year Award from the Pennsylvania Air National Guard, and received a 2008 commendation medal from the Air Force.

Karen Parenti, MS, PsyD
Senior Clinical Director, New Jersey Adult Developmental
Disabilities Services

Karen Parenti oversees all clinical aspects of Bancroft’s New Jersey programs serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, which include Community Residential and Vocational Services for Adults, the Judith B. Flicker Residences for older adults,and Mullica Hill Programs. Ms. Parenti assumed this newly established position in 2010.   

Ms. Parenti came to Bancroft from Devereux Whitlock Center, where she worked as a clinician, behavior analyst and program director. In that position, she was responsible for behavioral programming and all operational aspects of seven campus residential programs and a day program.

Ms. Parenti received her doctorate degree in clinical psychology, with a concentration in neuropsychology, from Immaculata University. She completed her predoctoral neuropsychology internship at Bancroft’s brain injury and Lindens programs. A graduate of York College in York, Pa., Ms. Parenti has a master’s degree in human services administration from Springfield College in Wilmington, Del.

Clair Rohrer, M.Ed.
Senior Director of Operations, Adult Developmental Disabilities Services

Clair Rohrer oversees all operational aspects of Bancroft's New Jersey residential programs serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, which include: Community Residential Services for Adults, Judith B. Flicker Residences, and Mullica Hill programs.

Ms. Rohrer has been with Bancroft since 1988, in positions of increasing responsibility. She served as senior director over Bancroft's residential and day programs in Brick Township, the Judith B. Flicker Residences, and Delaware for many years, and most recently assumed responsibility for Community Residential Services for Adults. She has more than 25 years experience in the field, and earned her master of arts degree in education, and a bachelor of science degree in psychology from LaSalle University.

Jack Seymour
Senior Director, Facilities

Mr. Seymour oversees all areas of facility management including maintenance, housing, mailroom and housekeeping. He is responsible for ensuring all buildings and residences are up-to-date.

Mr. Seymour has worked for more than 30 years to help improve the lives of individuals with disabilities at Bancroft. He has served as a teacher, manager in the pediatric residential and adult services programs, and a rehabilitation coordinator for brain injury programs.

With his detailed knowledge of direct-care requirements, Mr. Seymour transitioned to Bancroft's Facilities Department in 1995 as housing coordinator. He took on increased responsibilities before assuming his current role in 2007.

Mr. Seymour graduated from Lycoming College in 1977 with a bachelor of arts in psychology and a minor in early childhood development.

Victoria Sweeney
Senior Program Director, Community Vocational Services for Adults

Victoria Sweeney oversees operational aspects of New Jersey vocational programs serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. She has been with Bancroft since 1994 in positions of increasing responsibility, including area supervisor for Pediatric and Adolescent Residential Programs, director of Vocational Services for Adults, and now, senior program director.

Ms. Sweeney has over 28 years of experience in the field. Prior to her work at Bancroft, she was a teacher/therapist at Eden Family of Services in Princeton, N.J., residential manager and then director of Adult Vocational Services at New Horizons in Autism in Cranbury, N.J., and consultant for in-home services with Autism New Jersey. She earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Rutgers University – New Brunswick.

Christina M. Vorndran, Ph.D., BCBA
Senior Clinical Director, Pediatric Residential Services

Dr. Vorndran provides leadership and guidance across the organization's residential programs for children with autism and other developmental disabilities. Specifically, she ensures the delivery of quality clinical services and training in applied behavior analysis (ABA) for all pediatric residential staff. She leads various organizational performance improvement committees and is chair of the Institutional Review Board.

Dr. Vorndran earned her doctorate of philosophy from Louisiana State University's school psychology program with a concentration in applied behavior analysis. She earned a master's degree in psychology from Louisiana State University and a bachelor of science degree in psychology from St. Joseph's University. She completed a pre-doctoral internship at The May Institute.

A member of various professional organizations, Dr. Vorndran has worked with people with disabilities since 1994. She is a board-certified behavior analyst and a New Jersey certified school psychologist. Dr. Vorndran has presented her research and clinical work at numerous regional and international conferences. She has published nearly 20 research and discussion articles in peer-reviewed behavior journals. In addition, she has served as a reviewer for both the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis and Research in Developmental Disabilities, and is an adjunct professor at Rowan University.

Sharon Williams-Taylor
Senior Director of Operations – The Walker Center at Bancroft

Sharon Williams-Taylor is responsible for the operations of Bancroft’s Pennsylvania programs, called The Walker Center at Bancroft. The Walker Center offers adult residential programs, in-home supports, and supports for parents with developmental disabilities.

Ms. Williams-Taylor came to Bancroft through a 2009 merger with The Walker Center. She has over 16 years of experience in the developmental disabilities field.

Ms. Williams-Taylor received her bachelor’s degree from Pennsylvania State University and a master’s degree in strategic leadership from Neumann College (now Neumann University). She holds certificates in gerontology, executive administration, communications, and professional human resource management.

A graduate of leadership programs by both the Delaware County and Mainline (Pa.) chambers of commerce, she is an active member of the Philadelphia Alliance, Mainline Chamber of Commerce, and The Association of Successful Parenting.