Job Coaches – Inclusion Revolution

Meet Our Job Coaches

Inclusion Revolution’s team of experienced, compassionate Job Coaches is here to support our program participants every step of the way as they prepare for meaningful work and build lasting, successful careers.

These dedicated professionals walk alongside our program participants from day one asking “What kind of job do you want?” and continue through every phase: job prep and training, onboarding, on-the-job support, progress evaluations, and long-term follow-up.

Beaver Shriver

Board Chair / Job Coach

Beaver Shriver leads the Board of Directors and serves together with all of the Inclusion Revolution employees, supporters and volunteers to promote a more unified and compassionate world.

Beaver thrives on “being in the thick of it,” and Inclusion Revolution with its variety of programs is a perfect way for him to be "hands on" to help lift up people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

"We are here but for a short time. Roll up your sleeves and GIVE"

Don Herndon

Lead Job Coach

Don Herndon is a powerhouse of passion and expertise. He has been at the forefront of serving neurodiverse populations for more than 30 years. His collaboration with the Agency for Persons with Disabilities, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, and Sarasota and Manatee County school boards has been game changing for people with disabilities. Currently, he is the Director of Mission services at The Haven, leading the charge and making a significant impact.

"I have the coolest hair and sportiest car in town - by far."

Patti Bassey

Job Coach

A native of New York, Patti has a Bachelor’s Degree from St. John’s University and earned her Juris Doctorate from Fordham University. After a career in both government and private sector roles, she pursued new paths first by pursuing a degree in occupational therapy and serving as as Founding Director of the BRIDGES Program at SUNY Orange — the Hudson Valley’s first inclusive higher education program.

Before retiring to Florida, Patti was also a member of the operating Board of Directors of Access Supports for Living, Inc., and is former Chair of its Program/HR Committee. She is honored to be part of Inclusion Revolution and continue her mission of helping others achieve their full potential.

Chris Cushman

Job Coach

Chris Cushman has a Bachelor’s Degree from Auburn University in Special Education and has run Special Olympics Spring Games in suburban Maryland. He was instrumental in the opening of the Sarasota Rise Up Cafe location, and he's the Executive Director of the Miracle League of Manasota. His passion for helping special needs individuals attracted him to get involved with Inclusion Revolution and its Integrated Jobs program. Chris is devoted to promoting the mission and bringing community awareness to Inclusion Revolution.

Chris Morrison

Job Coach

I'm excited to be part of the Inclusion Revolution. I was a high school teacher, coach, and mentor for 32 years in Atlanta and Indianapolis. I’ve always been an active volunteer — coaching with Special Olympics of Indiana and now Special Olympics of Florida have been the highlights.

The big annual Special Olympics fundraiser in Indiana is the Polar Plunge. Note that in March, we were jumping into 32-degree lake water! I was even able to convince hundreds of high school students to join me.

In Sarasota, I volunteered at Rise Up Cafe where I worked hand-in-hand with a wonderful group of employees — we taught each other so much. I look forward to my new adventure with the Inclusion Revolution.

Sheila Graham

Job Coach

Sheila's bio is coming soon!