Our Team

 President and CEO 

We are all in this together. So many people shy away, cross the street, close their doors, try to bury their heads in the sand, but we are all human beings. We come in different shapes, sizes, and colors. Our minds all work and think in different ways; some better and faster than others. But we are all the same underneath it all. Our philosophy is, “Integration Plus Employment Yields Independence”. I believe we all just want to be free and able to make our lives as happy and fulfilling as possible.” 

 Executive Director

It is truly my belief that each and every person deserves opportunities in life to achieve their goals. Some of us may need a bit more assistance than others, and that is why we do what we do…to ensure that all of us are given the chance to excel and reach our full potential. 

 Principal and Board Member

“Growing up, I was immersed in the field of special education and social services. It wasn’t until adulthood that I realized how rare a trait my mindset of inclusion and normalcy of disabilities is. I was continuously pulled in the direction of implanting change by supporting the disabled population. Innovative thinking and one conversation at a time have opened opportunities to progress forward in supporting an inclusive society. The opportunity to build VCDI with others sharing a like mindset has been rewarding, however, the impact the journey has had on the population we support is priceless. Transition and inclusion are the present and the future.

 COO

Carl diligently works to maintain business processes so that we can provide the highest quality of services to our clients. Constantly pushing to bring new and unique training and opportunities to our clients through positive leadership, collaboration, structure, and relentless creativity. Carl is driven by the growth and successes of our clients. “Our clients want the same things as everyone else. We just have to be more creative in helping them get there.” - Carl Wood

 Director of TCDI

Gabrielle A. Deubert is Director of Transitional Coaching & Development Institute Inc. in Modesto, California. She has been a part of TCDI since the beginning, going to local high schools and transition classes to help students and staff navigate what is out there next for them when they transition into their community. She also heads up the fundraising efforts for Vocational Coaching & Development . In the past few years, she has headed up their Annual Night 

of Art. 

Deubert is a past President of the Modesto 500 Lions Club and a board member of the Turlock Community Theatre. Her favorite sport is baseball and team is the San Francisco Giants, she loves to banter with her co-workers about all their favorite teams. Quote: "Being challenged in life is inevitable. Being defeated is optional

 Director of VCDI

Clayton has 20 years of experience working with adults and youth with disabilities. Clayton manages the daily training schedule and supports the staff in planning, scheduling, and executing program training. Clayton spends his leisure time practicing the martial arts of Judo and Brazilian Jiujitsu. Clayton is also a taco aficionado. “It’s not important to be better than someone else but to be better than yesterday.” - Jigoro Kano

 Director of Advocacy and Interests

Assist consumers with learning ways to advocate for their needs appropriately. We explore together what their interests are and how they can help find meaningful work. I have worked with this population for many years and have been faced with many behavior challenges. I’ve learned not to focus too much on a consumer’s diagnosis, but instead to focus on the individual. They deserve our respect. I feel it is important to relate to the consumer’s reality…whatever that may be. Instead of attempting to force them to adjust to ours.

Director of Vocational and Relationship Development

“My job duties are to develop employment opportunities in the community for our consumers. I will assist with resumes, applications, and interview skills. When consumers receive employment, I will help with the orientation process and give on-site job coaching to help the consumer be successful. There are many great and rewarding aspects to my job, but in the end, my favorite part is to see the growth, confidence, and the smile as the individual gains independent employment. “There is no greater disability in society than the inability to see a person as more.” - Robert M. Hensel