INSPIRE PRESIDENT & CEO JEANNE T. HERBERT ANNOUNCES PLAN TO RETIRE
November 15, 2024 – Jeanne Herbert, President & CEO of Orange County Cerebral Palsy Association, Inc. dba INSPIRE has announced that she plans to retire on December 31, 2024, after a distinguished career at the organization for 45 years. Jeanne began her career at INSPIRE in 1979 as a Speech Language Pathologist and was promoted several times, most recently to the position of President & CEO. Jeanne’s retirement will mark the end of a career dedicated to working with and advocating for children and adults with disabilities.
“Jeanne is a consummate professional, whose devotion to INSPIRE, coupled with her hard work ethic and knowledge of the industry, has resulted in a profound and positive impact on the organization,” said Edwin Estrada, INSPIRE Board of Directors.
“Jeanne dedicated herself to the development and advancement of individuals with disabilities. Her kindness and compassion for those individuals shined as bright as the smiles of the individuals she worked with. As a Board Chairman, I am grateful to Jeanne for her focus and effort to help shape the organization, especially during COVID,” said Ralph J. Martucci, INSPIRE Foundation Board Chair.
Beth Laub will succeed Jeanne Herbert as INSPIRE’s Executive Director. Ms. Laub brings her solid experience in the I/DD field as a Special Education Administrator and strong leadership to the role after serving as Assistant Executive Director of Education for The Arc Greater Hudson Valley.
About INSPIRE:
Founded in 1950, INSPIRE is a not-for-profit charitable organization, officially known as Orange County Cerebral Palsy Association, Inc. INSPIRE impacts the lives of children and adults with special challenges through day habilitation, community habilitation, respite, social and recreational programs, and through INSPIRE Kids, a special education preschool serving students in Goshen, Monroe, and Newburgh locations. Since 2021 INSPIRE has been a part of ADAPT Community Network, a leading human service not-for-profit and a pioneer in providing cutting edge programs and services for people with disabilities. Visit www.inspirecp.org to learn more about INSPIRE.
