A Retirement Tribute - PCDA Co-Founder Mimi Winer
PCDA Community,
Today, we write to you to express our deep gratitude and heartfelt appreciation for an incredible individual who has been an integral part of PCDA from its very inception. As Mimi Winer, our esteemed co-founder and dedicated staff member, embarks on her well-deserved retirement, we reflect on the remarkable impact she has made on our organization and the countless lives she has touched.
Mimi's relentless dedication, unwavering passion, and visionary leadership have played a crucial role in transforming PCDA into the flourishing community it stands as today. Her astute attention to detail and adept management of the agency's internal structure have been exemplary. Throughout her tenure, Mimi has championed the rights of individuals with Autism and developmental disabilities, with tireless advocacy.
Her tireless efforts and innovative approach to education and DIR centered interventions have transformed the lives of countless individuals and their families. Her passion and unwavering determination have been instrumental in raising awareness, driving change, and making a lasting impact on our community. Thank you, Mimi, for continuously centering families in the work we do, and for your dedication to fostering individuals’ strengths to build upon these relationships.
As the current Directors of PCDA, we appreciate and honor the shared leadership structure that was established. We want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude and acknowledge the incredible work and visionary leadership that Mimi has brought to our cause. And with Mimi embarking on this new chapter in her life, we want to express our heartfelt appreciation for her remarkable leadership, passion, and unwavering dedication. The impact she has had on PCDA will be felt for years to come.
We bid farewell to Mimi and are filled with mixed emotions. While we will miss her unwavering presence and invaluable expertise, we are also excited for this next chapter in her life. We know that her legacy will continue to make a difference in the lives of others, even in retirement.
On behalf of the entire PCDA community, we extend our deepest gratitude to Mimi for her exceptional contributions, her unwavering dedication, and her incredible vision. Her legacy will forever be woven into the fabric of our organization, inspiring us to continue our important work and strive for excellence.
With deepest gratitude,
Julie Miller
Christopher Perri