Staff Profiles

CIP Berkeley Berkeley, California

CIP Berkeley has an experienced, professional staff with strong educational backgrounds and solid experience working with young adults with Asperger’s, ADHD and other Learning Differences.

Get to Know The CIP Berkeley Team

Dan McManmon, President

President

Dan McManmon grew up in western Massachusetts, alongside four sisters, six foster brothers, and an adopted brother. His father, Michael McManmon, founded CIP in 1984 and was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome later in life. Dan’s upbringing profoundly shaped his understanding and empathy for those with Autism, ADHD, and related learning differences.

Michael McManmon, Ed.D.

Founder

Michael McManmon, Ed.D. founded the College Internship Program (CIP) in 1984. He received a B.A. in English from Mt. St. Mary’s College in Maryland, a Masters in Counseling from Shippensburg University, a Masters in Human Development from the University of Kansas (through a grant from the National Institute of Mental Health), and a Doctorate in Special Education from the University of Nevada.

Kevin Broeckling, Ed.D.

National Admissions Director

Dr. Kevin Broeckling has been a higher education administrator focusing on student services, enrollment, and leadership during his more than 20-year career. He believes that education can change lives and has enjoyed helping young people access and complete degrees in higher education.

Jessica Stewart, M.Ed.

Program Director

Jessica Stewart is a seasoned education and youth leadership professional passionate about empowering students to unlock their full potential. With over 25 years of experience in educational Leadership, Jessica's dedication to modern teaching methods and creating nurturing environments has made her a respected figure in education circles.

Iris Casanova-Carmona, B.A.

Office Manager

Iris comes to us with 7+ years of administrative experience. She holds a BA from UC Santa Cruz in Latin American and Latino studies and has completed some coursework toward her MBA from CSU Monterey Bay.

Antoinette Grant, M.A.

Student Advisor

Antoinette has worked in the field of education trauma and other complex learning differences for more than a decade, as a counselor, tutor and clinician. She found success in supporting and working with young adults who are pursuing higher education.

Payton Reil, B.A.

Student Advisor

Payton has worked in student-focused settings since 2016, specializing in outdoor education. Most recently, she worked as a program manager for an afterschool program focusing on social-emotional learning and homework support.

Ahmari Hayes, B.A.

Life Skills Coach

After graduating from the University of Illinois as a scholar-athlete, Ahmari Hayes began expanding his journey in the field of Behavioral Therapeutic practices.

Jasmine Strange, B.S.

Life Skills & Wellness Coordinator

Jasmine Strange brings over 26 years of experience in education and a deep passion for empowering others to her role as Life Skills and Wellness Coordinator at CIP.

Anna Bernick B.A.

Academic Coach

Anna has worked in the field of disability since 2014. First as an intern for Mayor's Office on Disability in San Francisco and doing disability rights work at University of California Berkeley.

Matt Leone, M.A.

Life Skills and Wellness Coach

Matt has worked collaboratively with a variety of individuals in the counseling field for about 2 years. His past experiences included identifying strategies with young emerging adults both on how they self identify and which solutions are helpful to navigate barriers challenging those self identified life goals and pursuits.

Kyra Batarse, B.S.

Academic Coach

Kyra has worked in the field of education for the past 3+ years as an academic tutor and as a teaching assistant for college professors.

Brianna Shaffer-Eldridge, B.A.

Student Advisor

Brianna has worked in the field of autism advocacy and disability education for almost 2 years as a former Academic Coach and now Student Advisor at CIP.

Gabriel Botello, B.A.

Life Skills Coach

Gabriel Botello has worked in education since 2018 as a waste reduction educator, teaching assistant, and tutor.

Copelan Gammon, B.A.

Student Support Specialist

Copelan Gammon received her Bachelor of Arts degrees in neuroscience and Spanish from the University of Southern California and further pursued her interest in social sciences and human development through a research fellowship

Domonique Ousborn, B. S.

Career Coordinator

Domonique has worked in the field of Education for 10 years in public elementary, secondary, and higher education settings as an AmeriCorps volunteer, Special education teaching assistant, Therapeutic Support Specialist and Student Support Coordinator.

Mia Kirkendoll, B.A.

Student Advisor

Mia has worked in the field of education since 2018. She previously found success working with young students as an English teacher in South Korea.

Elaine Reichenbach, B.A

Student Advisor

Elaine has worked in the field of social work and office administration for over 12 years serving as a Refugee Support Officer & Family Caseworker for a local government organization in the U.K.

Ralston Gracie, B.S.

Wellness Coach

Ralston Gracie has worked in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu his whole life, as an instructor for 15 years, and in caregiving for six months as a client care specialist, assisting mostly dementia and hospice patients.

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