Sharon Cavanaugh

Bio

Sharon has over 25 years of experience working in the non-profit human services sector. Over her career, she has been dedicated to building effective relationships with community leaders and entities in the public, non-profit, business, and philanthropic sectors. She has been most instrumental in managing agency operations, including strategic planning, program development, new initiatives, advocacy, and grant management. Sharon is passionate about developing unique and creative programs in collaboration with organizations and businesses to meet the identified needs of our communities. Sharon identifies her professional goals as driving growth and innovation with new programs and delivery models, as well as building strategic partnerships along the way.

She has three grown children and five grandchildren that she loves to travel with. An annual camping, fishing and kayaking trip visiting NYS parks is a family tradition!


My Favorite Children's Book

The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett


The most meaningful part of working at EPIC is

What I find most meaningful about working at EPIC is having the ability to connect with families in our community and give parents the tools and confidence they need to raise strong, happy children. It inspires me to know that the support we provide today helps build brighter futures for tomorrow. It is encouraging to witness the positive outcomes afforded when parents have the opportunity to participate in programs created to strengthen families, inspire growth, and set children on a path to success.


Personal Mantra

Lead with compassion, grow with purpose, inspire through connection. For Sharon it is all about the connection.


Certifications, Degrees & Awards:

Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy (SUNY at Buffalo)

Certified in Lean Management

IIRP Certified : International Institute for Restorative Practices

Risking Connection Trauma-Informed Care Trained

NYS Occupational Therapy Association, Ellen-Sterns-Paquin Clinical Practice Award 2017

NYS Occupational Therapy Association, Merit for Practice in Mental Health – Outstanding Contribution to the Profession 2015

SUNY at Buffalo Occupational Therapy, Excellence in Clinical Education Award 2012

School of Health-Related Professions Outstanding Senior Award, SUNY at Buffalo 2001

Department of Occupational Therapy Chair's Award, SUNY at Buffalo 2000