Name: Laurie Kowalski
ECCC Board Position: Community Outreach/Events
Education: Bowling Green State University, BA in Psychology
Organization: Down Syndrome Association of Northeast Ohio
Current Position and what you do: Director of Family Support and Adult Engagement. I oversee all of the family support programs and adult social events
Proudest Professional accomplishment: Helping the families in our group connect to the services that they need whether it be for employment, educational or social activities.
Describe your values and how they inform your career: I have always been an advocate for inclusion of individuals with disabilities whether it be in school, the community and employment. This is what I help parents to work towards for their children.
Who are you outside of work: I enjoy spending time with my family, going on day trips with my son who loves thrift shopping. I have been accused of watching way too much HGTV!
Favorite or funny quote: "You define your own life. Don't let other people write your script."
— Oprah Winfrey
ECCC Board Position: Community Outreach/Events
Education: Bowling Green State University, BA in Psychology
Organization: Down Syndrome Association of Northeast Ohio
Current Position and what you do: Director of Family Support and Adult Engagement. I oversee all of the family support programs and adult social events
Proudest Professional accomplishment: Helping the families in our group connect to the services that they need whether it be for employment, educational or social activities.
Describe your values and how they inform your career: I have always been an advocate for inclusion of individuals with disabilities whether it be in school, the community and employment. This is what I help parents to work towards for their children.
Who are you outside of work: I enjoy spending time with my family, going on day trips with my son who loves thrift shopping. I have been accused of watching way too much HGTV!
Favorite or funny quote: "You define your own life. Don't let other people write your script."
— Oprah Winfrey
