ALL Board & Team

John is a psychologist based in Arizona. He has specialized experience in psychological testing and evaluating a patient’s personal characteristics, such as intelligence, personality, abilities, interests, aptitudes, and neuropsychological functioning. John also diagnoses and treats mental and emotional disorders or disabilities. He will provide ALL a comprehensive perspective as to the unique needs and best support services for those on the autism spectrum.

Ray Schey brings a wealth of leadership and media expertise to Autism Life & Living as a dedicated member of the Board of Directors. As the Market President & Publisher of the Phoenix Business Journal, Ray oversees all aspects of the publication, which serves more than 35,000 business professionals in the Phoenix area. With a career spanning media, sales, and executive leadership, Ray has played a pivotal role in shaping the business journalism landscape. He was promoted to Publisher in 2014 after a successful tenure as Director of Advertising at the Milwaukee Business Journal, part of American City Business Journals. His extensive experience also includes serving as Director of Advertising at the Rochester Business Journal, along with a background in sales and management in radio and television. Beyond his professional achievements, Ray is deeply committed to community service. He is a member of Greater Phoenix Leadership and serves on multiple boards, including the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University, Downtown Phoenix, Visit Phoenix,and the Arizona Tech Council. Ray’s passion for fostering innovation, inclusion, and economic growth aligns with Autism Life & Living’s mission to empower neurodiverse youth and young adults. His strategic vision and deep connections within the business community help drive forward ALL’s initiatives, ensuring greater awareness and support for vulnerable individuals in Arizona.

Marc is the President and CEO of Visit Mesa, the destination organization for Mesa, Arizona. He is the visionary behind the City Limitless brand, launched in 2013. With over 27 years of experience in community building, Garcia has worked extensively with destination marketing organizations (DMOs), local governments, and tourism stakeholders, advocating for brand protection and tourism funding, while serving on various industry and local boards. In 2019, he led Mesa to become the nation’s first Autism Certified City through the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), with over 7,500 people trained in autism awareness. He continues to champion accessibility through partnerships with organizations like Wheel the World, Aira, Hidden Disability Sunflower Program, and others, working to make Mesa one of the most accessible cities in the U.S. Marc has been married for nearly 30 years to Jennifer and together they have 3 children, the youngest being on the autism spectrum. Marc is deeply committed to advancing ALL’s mission and is passionate about contributing his extensive experience and knowledge to help drive the organization’s vision forward.

Bill has been a professional performing guitarist and independent recording artist for over 35 years. Bill is from Dublin, Ohio and has a B.A. in Telecommunications from Ohio University. He and his wife, Paige, have called Arizona home for the past 17 years. They have two boys, Austin and Dawson. Their youngest son, Dawson, is on the spectrum and at 22 years old, has started his own ceramics business, Dawson’s Designs. Bill was actively involved with Dawson’s former high-school, Gateway Academy, in helping with social events and school activities. Bill enjoys both music performance and instruction and is an advocate for using music as a tool in bringing together social interaction with young adults on the spectrum.

Rivers was born and raised in Helena, Montana, and moved to Phoenix, Arizona in January 2024 to lead the Phoenix branch of Dick Anderson Construction, his family’s business. He holds a degree in Construction Engineering from Montana State University and has worked in the construction industry since the age of 16. He is an active member of the Phoenix 2030 Club, where he supports initiatives focused on helping children and young adults reach their full potential through service and advocacy. His passion for community impact and youth development led him to join the board of Autism Life and Living. He is deeply committed to advancing ALL’s mission of creating inclusive, independent living opportunities for neurodiverse young adults. Through his leadership, hands-on approach, and dedication to sustainable growth, Rivers aims to help expand critical resources and empower individuals on the autism spectrum to live full, meaningful lives.