Dan McManmon, 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.
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.
Michele Ramsay, Ed.D.
Dr. Michele Ramsay is a highly passionate and dedicated professional supporting divergent learners as they transition into adulthood. With a Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Teaching, she has dedicated over 25 years to empowering students and advocating for their educational needs.
Jodi Drury, Ph.D.
Jodi has worked in the field of special education for over 20 years as a K-12 teacher and administrator, and as an adjunct professor at local universities and colleges.
Kevin Broeckling, Ed.D.
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.
Brandie Busse, B.A., CAS
Brandie is a certified autism specialist with over a decade and a half of experience in autism and related learning differences. She draws from her extensive background, having worked as a Behavior Analyst, Assistant Clinical Director, and Director at various institutions, including both private and public schools and autism clinics
Tim Flay, M.Ed.
Tim has worked in the educational field for 27 years as an educator, administrator, and consultant. He has also worked with the state of Florida in the areas of textbook evaluation and adoption, standards and curriculum development, and subject area certification assessment.
Kel Gilbert, M.A.
Kel is a seasoned higher education professional with a decade of experience in student affairs. Over the course of their career, Kel has served in both administrative and instructional roles.
Diana Dodard, B.A.
Diana has worked in the field of autism since 2019 as a Registered Behavioral Technician and Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist.
Pierece Wade
Pierece Wade is a dynamic and engaging Life Skills Coach. He grew up in Brevard County, just minutes away from Cocoa Beach. He graduated in 2003 from Cocoa High School. He attended Mesabi Range Technical & Community College in Virginia, Minnesota. There he played NJCAA football representing the Norsemen.
Alexandra Almanzar
Alexa Almanzar has worked in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Student Success Coaching for 5 years as a case manager and student advisor where she developed a strong foundation in behavior analysis principles and techniques.
Rachel Allen, MBA
Rachel joined the CIP team in 2023 as the Career Coordinator, where she specializes in guiding students through a comprehensive career development process.
