Leadership
Triangle, Inc. is fortunate to have dedicated leaders that enable us to achieve our mission. Our Board of Directors and senior staff members are passionate about inclusion and opportunity for people with ability.
Board of Directors
Officers
President: Michael Moran, CFG Brokerage Network
Vice President: Mark DeOliveira, The TJX Companies
Treasurer: Robert Perry, Massachusetts College of Art and Design
Clerk: Steven E. DiCairano, Esq., Rubin Rudman
Directors
Jessica Black, Community Partner
Representative Paul Donato, Commonwealth of MA State Representative
David Gordon, Opportunity Communities
Henri Soucy, Community Partner
Amy Weinstock, UMass Chan Medical School, EK Shriver Center
Senior Staff Members
Rachel Kaprielian, Chief Executive Officer
Rachel became CEO of Triangle, Inc. in September 2024, after a long career in public sector management and policy development, service delivery, and corporate relations. She was elected as a six-term state legislator in Massachusetts, and was later appointed Registrar at the MA Registry of Motor Vehicles, a position she held for six years. She was then appointed by Governor Patrick to his Cabinet as Secretary of Labor and Workforce Development, where she focused on developing policies and pathways to connect more people to in-demand work opportunities. Following her varied state service, she was appointed by President Obama to serve as Regional Director of US Health and Human Services, where she worked on quality and access to human services and health care in New England. Immediately prior to coming to Triangle, she was Director of Government Relations and Public Policy for McDonald’s Corporation.
Throughout her life and career, Rachel has always been committed to robust and accessible human services and has worked to foster community, contribution, and inclusion for all people. She has served for the past six years as Vice President on the Triangle Board of Directors, where she helped guide the strategic plan and supported the growth of new service delivery channels.
Rachel is a lifelong resident of Massachusetts. She and her husband Paul are the proud parents of two adult children.
Travis Dion, Director of Autism Services
Travis became Director of Autism Services for Triangle in September 2021 and helped to launch the Prism Program. A collegiate internship while at Endicott College shifted his professional focus to work with youth and adults on the Autism Spectrum and helped shape his career. His experiences as both a Program Director and Direct Support Professional during his studies to receive his Master’s in Special Education led to a professional passion to support and help better the lives of autistic young adults. Travis leverages his experience working with Prism members, employees, and families, as well as his passion to provide the best support and education possible for those on the Spectrum within Triangle’s Day Services. As part of his role, Travis also educates Triangle employees across all day sites to provide the best support to those in their care with Autism. In his time outside of work, Travis is a diehard New England sports fan and enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and two children, as well as traveling as much as possible.
Shantal Giordano, Human Resources Director
Shantal has been at Triangle for over 10 years and has held many positions, including Community Coordinator, Employment Specialist, Program Coordinator, Site Manager, and HR Generalist (Recruitment and Training). As the Human Resources Director, Shantal and her team are responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring comprehensive HR strategies that create a diverse, respectful, welcoming, and inclusive work environment for all employees, as well as acting to support the human factor in the company by devising strategies for performance evaluation, staffing, training and development, and overseeing all HR initiatives, systems, and tactics. When not at work, you can find Shantal with her nose in a novel and enjoying time with her family.
Corey Grant, Chief of Workforce Initiatives
Corey Grant has been with Triangle for 12 years, serving in roles ranging from Community Coordinator and Employment Specialist to Director of Workforce Development before assuming his current role as Triangle’s Chief of Workforce Initiatives in 2023.
Triangle’s Workforce Development Department, led by Corey, focuses on student development and career exploration, serving hundreds of students annually through its Transition to Successful Career program. The department also provides individualized job-placement support to clients in partnership with MassAbility and the Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA).
The Workforce Development team is committed to leveling the playing field for individuals confronting social injustice and systemic barriers. Using employment as a pathway to independence, dignity, and opportunity, the department helps individuals build meaningful careers, achieve personal goals, and support themselves and their families. As clients enter the workforce and businesses become more inclusive, the impact extends beyond the individuals served to strengthen workplaces and communities.
John Kaiser, Chief of Advancement & Communications
John has led the Advancement & Communications Department at Triangle since 2017 and has more than 20 years of development experience in the greater Boston non-profit sector. In addition to overseeing major events, campaigns, and grant funding, John and the department’s dedicated team members provide communications, social media, website management, graphic design, writing, and operational support across the organization. As a proud native of Wisconsin, John is a shareholder in the Green Bay Packers— although he has adopted the Celtics and Red Sox since moving to Boston in 2005. When not at work, John enjoys cooking, catching movies at the Coolidge Corner Theater, coaching youth sports, and spending time with his wife, son, and dog.
Jeff Lafata-Hernandez, EPIC Executive Director
Jeff Lafata-Hernandez (he/him) founded Empowering People for Inclusive Communities (EPIC) in 2011 to address the unmet needs of transition-aged youth with disabilities. In addition to building EPIC’s youth leadership programs, Jeff draws on more than two decades of experience in disability services and his lived experience as a person with a disability to provide expertise in disability justice, inclusion, and anti-ableism practices through EPIC Training & Consulting. Outside of work, Jeff enjoys traveling and getting lost in a good book.
Michael Mastascusa, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer
Mike is a Certified Public Accountant and has an MBA from Babson College. He is passionate about teaching our organization the practices of fiscal responsibility so that we can continue to invest in exponentially valuable initiatives like EPIC. Mike is a proud husband and father of four who resides in North Reading and spends many of his weekends refereeing or watching basketball.
Brittany Mendez, Director of Transitions and Community Services
Brittany has been with Triangle since 2016 and has held several positions throughout her time with the organization, including Community Coordinator, Program Coordinator, Site Manager, and Director of Transitions and Community Services. As Director of Transitions and Community Services, Brittany and her team oversee four community-based day program sites in Malden (2), Salem, and Randolph, serving more than 200 participants. These programs provide a variety of opportunities and supports, including employment development, independent living and financial skills, travel training, and community-based activities. Outside of work, Brittany’s favorite moments are those spent with her husband and two children.
Melissa Strout, Chief Integrity Officer
As Chief Integrity Officer, Melissa oversees Triangle’s Compliance and Integrity Department which includes Quality Assurance, Clinical Supports, and Triangle Abuse Prevention and Safety (TAPS). Melissa’s vision of support emphasizes the importance of collaboration through an interdisciplinary approach. She has a BA in psychology with a concentration in children and youth, and a Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) from Pennsylvania State University. Melissa has worked for Triangle, Inc. for 10 years and in the human services field for over 20 years. She has a true passion for service and giving back to others.
Drew Warren, Chief Program Officer
Drew’s professional background spans more than 20 years in the human services field. Drew holds a Master of Science in Elder Care Administration, a Graduate Certificate in Human Services, and a bachelor’s degree in Social Work. He leads all DDS programming at Triangle, including five day programs and 10 long-term adult residential homes. He prides himself on staying innovative and continually learning. Under Drew’s leadership, Triangle has diversified its residential offerings to include Individual Living Supports and Supported Collaborative Living. Outside of work, Drew enjoys spending time with family, hiking, and skiing. He has climbed Mount Washington with each of his three children, continuing a family tradition of making the climb at the age of 9.
Stephanie (McGrath) White, Director of Workforce and Employment Initiatives
Stephanie has been part of Triangle, Inc.’s Workforce Development Department since 2018 and currently serves as Director of Workforce and Employment Initiatives. She leads a team of Employment Specialists who help youth prepare for employment and support adults pursuing competitive opportunities through Comprehensive Career Services. With more than 20 years of experience supporting people with disabilities, Stephanie has worked in early education, residential programs, and special education settings.
Stephanie holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Disability Studies and a Master of Science in Industrial-Organizational Psychology. She is committed to expanding meaningful employment opportunities, creating lasting community change, and empowering people with disabilities to achieve their professional goals. Her work is guided by three principles: empathy, empowerment, and employment.
