Board of Directors

Edward J. Fiorentino

Chairperson

TerSera Therapeutics

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Ed Fiorentino is the Executive Chairman of TerSera Therapeutics . Ed has a close family connection to Clearbrook, as well as years of business and volunteer leadership experience. He has dedicated his entire professional career to the health care industry and has founded three specialty pharmaceutical companies. Previously, Ed was a senior executive and corporate officer at Abbott. He graduated from State University of New York and earned his MBA from Syracuse University. His philanthropic interests include organizations which serve people with disabilities, especially autism, as well as Catholic educational and religious organizations.

Mark L. Prager

Vice Chair

Foley & Lardner, LLP

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Mark L. Prager is a retired partner of the law firm of Foley and Lardner, LLP. Mark was elected to the National Management Committee and also served as Chicago Office Managing Partner and Chair of the National Bankruptcy and Insolvency Practice Group. Mark taught Chapter 11 Restructuring and Bankruptcy Litigation as an adjunct professor at Northwestern University and Washington University School of Law. He is an avid student of martial arts and a black belt in Tae Kwon Do. Mark is motivated and committed to assisting Clearbrook in furthering its mission as a member of the Board of Directors and Secretary. His son Joseph, is a Clearbrook client and resident.

Frank ten Brink

Treasurer

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Frank J.M. ten Brink has over 20 years of finance experience in high growth environments, mergers and acquisitions. He previously served as executive vice president, chief financial officer, and chief administrative officer at Stericycle, Inc. from June 1997 until August of 2014, and similar positions at various other companies including Telular, Hexacomb and Interlake. Frank studied international business at the Netherlands School of Business and received an MBA in finance from the University of Oregon. He supports many other nonprofits with a focus on supporting people with disabilities and early childhood education and support.

“Having a son with a disability has opened my eyes to the needs, especially in Illinois, to have services like Clearbrook. When a former Chairperson asked me if I wanted to join the Board over 20 years ago, I was not only honored but also very excited to be able to help such a great organization serving so many people with special needs.”

Don Hoeg

Secretary

Radar Studios

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Don is the founder and director of Radar Studios in Chicago. During his 30+ year career he has directed for brands such as McDonald’s, Hasbro, The Oprah Winfrey Show, Dean’s, Samsung, and Nintendo, and has been recognized by the industry with various awards, including multiple Emmys. Radar has executed hundreds of national campaigns, including many Super Bowl commercials, and is known for incorporating live action, visual effects, animation, and design.

Don has a long-time family connection to Clearbrook as his sister, Susie, has lived in a CILA for over 20 years. Don’s parents were staunch Clearbrook supporters who dedicated themselves to fundraising and other activities to express their gratitude for Susie’s care. Don and his siblings were proud to donate the family home, now known as the Hoeg House CILA, in 2014, and to sponsor the Fogarty House CILA, named for their mother, in 2019. Don feels privileged to have this opportunity to carry forward his parent’s legacy and commitment to Clearbrook’s individuals, staff, and the organization.

Roberto Barbanente

Morgan Stanley

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Roberto Barbanente is an Executive Director and seasoned financial advisor with over a decade of experience helping families design tailored financial strategies that support long-term success. As a founding partner of The Roeser Barbanente Group, he focuses on estate planning, wealth transfer, and philanthropic planning, always prioritizing a deeply personalized client experience.

Roberto has earned multiple industry recognitions, including Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Advisor” (2021–2025), Forbes “Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisor” (2017–2024), and the 2025 Five Star Wealth Manager award. He is also a member of Morgan Stanley’s elite Master’s Club (2021–2025).

He holds a B.A. in Accountancy from DePaul University, where he graduated with honors and played Division I soccer. Outside the office, Roberto enjoys time with his wife and two children and serves on the finance committee of Clearbrook, a nonprofit serving individuals with disabilities.

2021-2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2021-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.

2017-2024 Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors & Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State (formerly referred to as Forbes America's Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 1,000 Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 500 Next Generation Wealth Advisors)
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2017-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.

2023-2024 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2023-2024) The award was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by Five-Star Professional based on objective criteria. The award was not based on a specific time period.

Brenda Callaway

HCSC

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Ms. Brenda Callaway is an experienced information security professional and is currently the Divisional Vice President, Operations Performance Management. She has worked at the largest non-investor owned payer since 1993 and has spent most of her career in Information Security. She also worked in the Regulatory Oversight Office providing governance and compliance with HIPAA Privacy and Security Regulations.

In her current role, Ms. Callaway has responsibility for operations governance, risk, compliance and performance mangement. In addition, she has been instrumental in leading the charge at the large non-investor owned payer to achieve HITRUST Certification, implement third party risk management and business resiliency. She is a graduate of Northern Illinois University and holds certifications for CISSP, CISM and CRISC.

Scott Dunsire

Melillo Consulting

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Scott Dunsire is a tenured business professional with a vast background in technology organizations. Currently, Scott is the CEO at Melillo Consulting, an organization focused on simplifying complex challenges, while being easy to acquire and providing an excellent customer experience. Prior to joining the Melillo Consulting team, Scott held various upper-level leadership positions with ACP CreativIT, Hewlett Packard Inc, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Lexmark, and more. Scott holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Principia College.

Arly J. Guenther

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Arly founded and managed a very successful company that provided I/T products and services. After thirty years he sold Arlington Computer Products and is spending a lot of time working with non for profit organizations. Arly graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Georgia and has an MBA from Northwestern’s Kellogg Graduate school. He was previously on the Board at Lurie Children’s Hospital for approximately 15 years and chaired the Audit Committee and served on the Executive Committee for six of those years. He and his wife also support many other philanthropic organizations.

Robynn Medansky

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Robynn Medansky has made it her mission to provide her son Eli with the best life possible. She has spent the last 30 years caring for him and becoming an expert on resources to help people like Eli with cognitive and communication disabilities.

A graduate of the University of Illinois with a BS in Accountancy, Robynn was a CPA with a public accounting firm until Eli was diagnosed with autism. Early on she became familiar with Northern Suburban Special Recreation Association (NSSRA) and enrolled Eli in its programs. Over time Robynn became involved in the organization and joined its foundation board (NSSRF). She has served on that board for over 15 years.

During her board service she has chaired several fundraisers, served on various committees and has had responsibilities such as raising funds to enrich programming, provide scholarships and purchase needed items.

Robynn is particularly proud of her role in helping to conceptualize and develop the plan to purchase and fund NSSRA’s new home, the Mitchell L. Slotnick Center in Highland Park. The foundation raised over $2.2 Million in this effort. The Slotnick Center houses the adult day program (Enriched Life Styles for Adults (ELA)) as well as social, sports, afterschool, and weekend programs.

Robynn also co-founded Best Futures, Inc., served on its board and was its treasurer. Best Futures operated a concession to provide employment to adults with special needs at a park district facility. Robynn’s roles included all aspects of launching and managing the not-for profit including operations, fund raising and coordinating the relationship with the park district.

Robynn began her relationship with Clearbrook over 15 years ago with Eli benefitting from its home-based services. She served as the parent representative for the launch of the Choice day program. Eli has recently moved into a Clearbrook CILA and continues to enjoy the NSSRA ELA day program.

Robynn lives with her husband Keith, a partner at DLA Piper law firm and chairs its Intellectual Property department. Their daughter Marissa is practicing law in Chicago.

Eric Messerschmidt

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Eric recently retired after a 38-year business career working at companies such as AT&T, Ameritech, and most recently Ulta Beauty. In 1986, he graduated from the University of Illinois with an Electrical Engineering degree, followed a few years later by an MBA in Marketing/Finance from the University of Chicago. He is a versatile senor executive with deep experience in marketing and technology across a variety of industries. At Ulta Beauty, he led customer marketing and several transformational initiatives, including international expansion, the Ulta Beauty @ Target partnership, and a multi-year ERP replacement project. He has extensive experience in successfully delivering large, complex projects, strategic planning, customer marketing, customer service, product management, and business sales. He is results driven, customer focused, a personable team member, and a strong communicator, with outstanding analytical, planning and organization skills.

Eric grew up in Elmhurst and met his wife, Becky, while at the University of Illinois. They married shortly after graduation and moved to New Jersey with AT&T. After their oldest child was born, they moved back to Illinois (Glen Ellyn) where they raised their family of three. All of their kids are now adults living in the Chicago area. Eric and Becky are also proud grandparents of two young boys, who happen to live directly across the street from them in Glen Ellyn. During the winter months, Eric spends a significant amount of time in their second home in Southwest Florida, where he plays plenty of golf and is on the Board of Governors at The Sanctuary Golf Club on Sanibel Island.

Eric and Becky have been associated with Clearbrook for the past 6 years. Their middle child, Abby, is a resident of a Clearbrook CILA in Crystal Lake, and she attends the Choice day program by Clearbrook. At last year’s Clearbrook Golf Outing dinner, Eric spoke to the attendees about his family’s personal journey in support of his daughter Abby, as well as the appreciation he has for the Clearbrook organization which has provided Abby a fulfilling life experience and given his family “peace of mind” that Abby is being well cared for. Over the years, Eric and Becky have been active financial supporters of both the Crystal Lake CILA and the Clearbrook organization. Now, given his recent retirement, Eric would also like to contribute his time and talents to the Board in support of Clearbrook’s mission.

Ursula Moncau

Schaumburg Bank & Trust Company

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Ursula Moncau is currently the President of Schaumburg Bank & Trust Company, a Wintrust Financial Corporation charter, and has been with Wintrust for 16 years. Ursula plays a vital role on Schaumburg’s leadership team. She oversees retail, comprising of seven branch locations and 50+ employees in the northwest suburbs. She is also head of the Commercial Real Estate Group and focuses on new business development for clients throughout the Chicago land area. She has experience with construction, repositioning, and stabilized properties across all asset classes. Prior to joining Wintrust, Ursula spent 10 years in commercial banking at JP Morgan Chase and Charter One Bank. She earned her MBA in 2004 from the University of Chicago with concentrations in Entrepreneurship and Accounting. She earned her B.S. in Business Administration majoring in Finance from the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign. In addition to Clearbrook, Ursula is on the board of the Chicago Architecture Center, an organization that promotes Chicago’s architectural design and innovation.

Paul N. Nigro

Deloitte Consulting LLP

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For over 30 years, Paul has directed M&A and systems and operational integration efforts for public and private companies. He has deep expertise in integrating both business and technology processes for health care organizations. Paul is a managing director in Deloitte Consulting’s M&A health care and life sciences practice and assists clients with post-merger integration efforts including planning for day one activities. Prior to Deloitte, he served as senior vice president, transformation, and CIO for Brookdale (NYSE: BKD. Paul currently leads the Technology Committee for Clearbrook and is well versed in cybersecurity practices, HIPAA Security requirements, and our complex regulatory environment. He held senior information technology and finance positions within the hospitality industry prior to joining Brookdale and has over 25 years of experience in health care. Paul holds a bachelor’s in accounting from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

“Clearbrook has been a part of my family for many years as my cousin, Joe, is a long-time client. Because of his participation, I have attended numerous fundraising events and worked with other family members and Clearbrook staff and will continue to help in any capacity I can. It’s a reward and a privilege for me to assist people with special needs.”

Kevin D. Riley

KDR Consulting

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Kevin has spent over 25 years in supply chain management focused on sourcing complex private and government contracts, driving cost-savings and setting up materials management processes that are exactly tailored for the organization’s needs.

Kevin currently runs his own consulting business, KDR Consulting, completing special supply chain projects for the wind turbine industry (Lean Manufacturing, Program Management and Cost out).

He has previously held the positions of:

Business Development Manager for Vestas
North American Sourcing Director for Vestas
Director of Procurement for Vestas
Director of Supply Chain for Rubicon Technology (helped take the company public)
Materials Manager for Borg Warner Automotive
Buyer for Borg Warner Automotive
Production Planner for Borg Warner Automotive
Maintenance Supervisor and Production Planner at Merkle-Korff Industries
Buyer/Planner at Kamco Plastics

Kevin is known for his ability to get to the heart of the matter and to create resourceful, innovative solutions that are not more complex than they need to be.

For the past 15+ years, Kevin has been an active supporter of Clearbrook. He’s been a member of the Clearbrook’s Associate Board (served from 2005 – 2021) and has served as President for a portion of those years.

The Associate Board has accomplished the following:

Hosted an annual bar crawl fundraiser (and other fundraising activities), which raised over $900,000 over that 16 year span
Created multiple fall events focused on young professionals to raise money and recruit new members to the Associate Board

Kevin enjoys: golfing, pickleball, going for walks and bike riding

Michael Romano

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Michael Romano is a retired, former owner/ CEO of Romano Brothers Beverage company. At the time of the sale of the company it was the 12th largest wine and spirit, distributor in the country and the largest in Illinois and Indiana. Michael has previously served on the board of Clearbrook and has been and also for a time, was the president of the BOD of Giant Steps, a school for autistic children in Lisle, Illinois. Michael is a graduate of Bradley University and has served on several for profit and not for profit boards including FONA International, Transact Technologies, Misericordia and Catholic Charities. Michael is single and the father of four grown children, including a 37-year-old son who is on the low end of the autism spectrum.

Benjamin A. Rubin

Rubin Law A Professional Corporation

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Attorney Benjamin (Benji) Rubin, is President of Rubin Law, A professional Corporation. He first joined in 2010 upon graduation from Law School. Benji graduated from the University of Illinois College of Law, Magna Cum Laude, received his undergraduate degree from Northwestern University, and his Graduate Law Degree, an LLM (Tax), with honors, also from Northwestern University. Benji has been elected as a Fellow of ACTEC (The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel).

Benji is a member of the national Board of Directors of the Special Needs Alliance, the national, non-profit, association of experienced special needs planning attorneys (membership is by invitation only), is Vice-Chair of the American Bar Association Elder Law and Special Needs Planning Group, a past chair of the American Bar Association Special Needs Planning Committee, is immediate past president of SIBS (Supporting Illinois Brothers and Sisters), the Illinois chapter of the national Sibling Leadership Network, an organization of adult siblings of individuals with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities and/or mental illness. Benji served as a member of the Board of Directors of The Arc of Illinois for 9 years. He also serves on the Board of Directors NSSRA Foundation (Northern Suburban Special Recreation Association) which facilitates and provides year round recreation programs and services to individuals in Deerfield, Glencoe, Glenview, Highland Park, Kenilworth, Lake Bluff, Northbrook, Northfield, Wilmette and Winnetka; Highwood and Lake Forest, and Riverwoods. In addition, Benji serves on the Board of Directors of DayOne PACT, which serves as Trustee of Special Needs Trusts as well as Guardian for individuals with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities and/or mental illness, serves on the Board of Directors of the Foundation of The Special Education District of Lake County (SEDOL Foundation), served previously on the Advisory Council of Encompass (Encompass in partnership with Jewish Child & Family Services, Jewish United Fund, JVS Chicago, JCC Chicago, Keshet, and The Center for Enriched Living and Center for Independent Futures). Benji is also a Faculty Member for the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education (IICLE) on the topic of special needs planning, as well as a frequent speaker for the American Bar Association and the Illinois State Bar Association on those topics.
Benji lives with his wife and three children in Northbrook, Illinois.

Brian N. Rubin

Rubin Law A Professional Corporation

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Attorney Brian Rubin, the founder of Rubin Law, a former IRS Agent, and former IRS Attorney, has been a practicing attorney since 1976, is the parent of three children one of whom, Mitchell, has Autism. Brian’s law practice, for four decades, since 1982, when Mitchell was one year old, has been dedicated to serving the legal and future planning needs of his fellow Illinois families of children and adults with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, and/or mental illness. Brian is a Past President of the Special Needs Alliance, the national, non-profit, association of experienced special needs planning attorneys (membership is by invitation only), served on the Special Needs Law Section Steering Committee of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, was a Charter Member of the Academy of Special Needs Planners, and is a Faculty Member and Text Book Author for the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education (IICLE) on the topic of special needs legal and future planning, as well as a Speaker for the American Bar Association and the Illinois State Bar Association on those topics. Brian has been elected as a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC) and has received the highest attorney rating from Martindale-Hubbell, “AV® Preeminent™”, and AVVO’s highest attorney rating of “Top Attorney”. Brian is a Past Chairman of the State of Illinois Statewide Advisory Council on Developmental Disabilities, is a Past Chairman of the State of Illinois Autism Task Force (established by the Illinois Legislature), and served as a member of the State of Illinois Guardianship & Advocacy Commission, and served on the State of Illinois Department of Human Services Office of Inspector General Quality Care Board, among other State of Illinois Committees and Commissions. Brian is a Past President of The Arc of Illinois (served on The Arc of Illinois Board for 15 years), has been a member of the Board of Directors of Clearbrook (an organization serving more than 8,000 individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, including his son, Mitchell) since 1989, is a member of the Board of Trustees of Life’s Plan, Inc. which serves as Trustee of both Pooled Special Needs Trust and individual Special Needs Trusts, served on the Board of Directors of Pact, Inc., now known as DayOne Pact, Inc. which serves as Trustee of Special Needs Trusts as well as Guardian for individuals with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities and/or mental illness, served as a member (Past Chairman) of the Board of Directors of the Special Leisure Services Foundation, the foundation supporting the Northwest Suburban Special Recreation Association (NWSRA), served as the founding Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Foundation of The Special Education District of Lake County (SEDOL Foundation), served on the Board of Directors of KESHET (Jewish Parents of Children with Special Needs), served on the Advisory Council of Encompass (Encompass in partnership with Jewish Child & Family Services, Jewish United Fund, JVS Chicago, JCC Chicago, Keshet, and The Center for Enriched Living and Center for Independent Futures), and served on the Board of Directors of Northpointe Resources, also an agency serving individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.

Tracy Snow

Notes and Numbers LLC

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Tracy L. Snow is the managing director of the McKenna Family Office, the owner of Notes and Numbers, LLC, and has worked for the McKenna family for over 30 years. After earning a B.A. in business at Mount St. Clare College (later sold and closed), she started in the customer service department at Schwarz Paper Company, formerly owned by Andrew J. McKenna. She was quickly promoted to administrative assistant and a couple of years later became Andy’s executive assistant. In 2009, she earned an executive MBA from the University of Notre Dame. She was an active member of the Executive Women International/Chicago Chapter and served for several years on the board in various positions including that of President. In 2020, she participated in the Board Leadership Institute, a joint effort between the United Way of Metropolitan Chicago and Northwestern’s Kellogg School of NonProfit Management. In addition, she has served on the pastoral council and as the director of the contemporary choir at former parishes.

While working full-time, Tracy taught piano part-time for many years to beginners both adults and children. Tracy, her husband Murray, and their son Griffin reside in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Thomas E. Turkot

ACP CreativIT, LLC

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Tom has spent over 35 years in the IT Industry focusing on Data Center Solutions, Business Process Consulting and IT Strategy Development. As VP of Strategic Accounts at ACP, Tom is responsible for managing major accounts including Discover Financial Services, Edelman, Wirtz Corp, The United Center, as well as key customers in Education, Financial Services and Healthcare. He also plays a key role in developing ACP’s strategic direction and is a valued member of the ACP Management Team.

Tom has been with ACP since 2008. Previous to ACP, Tom has held senior level positions with IBM Global Services, Lenovo USA and Insight. Throughout his career, Tom has continually focused on giving back to the community through supporting organizations in Foster Care, Education and Community Affairs.

Client Board

Lois Goldberg

Lois is a very kind and caring individual who looks out for her peers and will offer problem-solving solutions. She is very eager to be a part of the bigger picture.

Jennifer Gott

Jennifer is an incredible advocate for Clearbrook. She has gone to Springfield with the self-advocacy group and strives to make a difference. She finds great pride in her work and consistently has a positive attitude.

Megan Monica

Megan has been a part of Clearbrook for seven years, and has grown immensely. With the assistance of Clearbrook West, she has become more responsible, mature, and well-spoken. She is always positive and makes everyone around her feel valued.

Laura Racinowski

Laura is a positive and outgoing woman who loves being active and standing up for what she believes in. She has a kind heart and always wants what is best for her Clearbrook family.

Paul Trogi

Paul is an advocate for himself and others - unafraid to speak up on behalf of those he cares about. He is creative, ambitious, and always willing to lend a helping hand.

Aya Ware

Aya is a fun-loving and outspoken man who has an incredibly kind heart. His care for his friends is deep and he finds importance in helping them. He is not afraid to speak up for himself and the ones he cares about.

Board of Directors

Edward J. Fiorentino

Mark L. Prager

Frank ten Brink

Don Hoeg

Roberto Barbanente

Brenda Callaway

Scott Dunsire

Arly J. Guenther

Robynn Medansky

Eric Messerschmidt

Ursula Moncau

Paul N. Nigro

Kevin D. Riley

Michael Romano

Benjamin A. Rubin

Brian N. Rubin

Tracy Snow

Thomas E. Turkot

Client Board

Lois Goldberg

Jennifer Gott

Megan Monica

Laura Racinowski

Paul Trogi

Aya Ware

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