Board of Directors

Vicki D. Copeland, M.D. currently serves as a Medical Director for the Division of Developmental Disabilities at the Arizona Department of Economic Security. Dr. Copeland also works as a clinical assistant professor at the University of Arizona in the Department of Family, Community and Preventive Medicine. Before joining Ability360, Dr. Copeland spent time as the medical director of UnitedHealthcare Commuinity Plan & Healthcare for the Homeless. During her time spent in family medicine and as a mother of children with special needs, Dr. Copeland is an advocate of the importance of good physical and mental health, having a support system, and self-advocating and independence in education, accessibility, and life transitions. A graduate of Penn State College of Medicine, Dr. Copeland completed her family medicine internship and residency at Banner University Medical Center-Phoenix. Dr. Copeland joined the Board of Directors in 2018.

Catherine Sienko is a Program Supervisor for the Arizona DES Vocational Rehabilitation Program overseeing the Deaf and Hard of Hearing unit for the Tucson metropolitan area and Southern Arizona, where she supervises the daily operations of Vocational Rehabilitation and coordinates services with the community partners. Prior to Vocational Rehabilitation, Catherine worked in human resources for the Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington, DC as a Selective Placement Program Manager for the Veterans Health Administration. She assisted with revamping the Selective Placement Program for the Veteran Affairs and identified the training gap among the human resources professionals resulting in understanding the process of hiring individuals with disabilities through the Schedule A hiring authority.

Catherine currently serves on the Arizona Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (ACDHH) to advocate for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deaf-Blind communities. Catherine hailed from New Jersey and moved to Arizona to attend the University of Arizona, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in Political Science. She then relocated to Washington, DC, to obtain her Master of Public Administration from Gallaudet University. Catherine is pursuing her Ph.D. degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology at Grand Canyon University. Catherine joined the Board of Directors in 2021 and is eager to be an advocate for the disabilities community statewide.

Mike Bolland is the host of the We're Not Stumped podcast, where he shares inspiring stories of resilience, inclusive employment, and overcoming challenges within the disability community. Born without a right hand, Mike has spent his life breaking barriers—from competing on the Pro Bowlers Tour as the first professional bowler with limb loss to acting in the 1974 film The Trial of Billy Jack. A cancer survivor, he uses his platform to advocate for people with disabilities, amplifying voices through conversations with community members, caregivers, prosthetists, and newsmakers.

Mike had a successful 30-year career at Discount Tire, where he honed his leadership skills and passion for helping others succeed. At various points in his career, he oversaw digital commerce, digital marketing, and customer experience initiatives. His commitment to the community extends to volunteering, whether at events, adaptive sports, or peer support initiatives. Through his podcast and advocacy, Mike aims to inspire, proving that challenges are simply stepping stones to greater achievements.

Stuart Burns has been in the finance industry 35 years and currently is a Consumer Product Strategic Analyst with Bank of America. In addition, Stuart is a veteran who served 8 years in the Marine Corps, including Operation Desert Storm. While at Bank of America, Stuart has been a prominent leader both locally and nationally who has been recognized for his passion for volunteering and engagement in the community. Through volunteering, Stuart become involved with Ability360 and enthusiastic about everything Ability360 is doing to advocate for those with disabilities. During his time in service, Stuart lost a significant portion of hearing and is an advocate for veterans and others with disabilities. Originally from Chicago, Stuart moved to Arizona in 1980, graduated from Coronado High School. He later attended Arizona State University, receiving his BS degree in Criminal Justice and Political Science in 1995.

Stuart currently resides in Gilbert with his wife Trista and is excited to be part of the Ability360 Board of Directors.

Gordon Bugg built a successful career in sales and business development. Before that, though, he established himself as an accomplished track and field athlete at Arizona State University, where he earned two-time All-American honors and set a school record. Gordon went on to build an impressive career in the home entertainment, telecommunications, and sales industries. At Dennis Sage Home Entertainment in Phoenix, Arizona, Gordon developed and maintained relationships with home builders while specializing in the sales and design of audio/video and low-voltage electrical systems. He later worked with DISH Network, focusing on multi-dwelling-unit sales and low-voltage infrastructure design, and later in business sales and marketing with Cable One. 

Gordon suffered a hemorrhagic stroke at 45. What could have defined the rest of his life instead became another chapter in what he describes as his story of determination. Fifteen years later, Gordon continues to move forward, drawing on the same perseverance that made him a successful athlete and businessman. Today, Gordon is also involved with Arise Prosthetics, serving as a product liaison for MyoPro and NeuroSwing while supporting marketing and client relationships.

Caitlin Denning, MPH, MSN, RN serves as the Director of Health Services at Arizona Complete Health-Complete Care Plan (AzCH-CCP), leading statewide programs that advance access, coordination, and quality of equitable, whole-person-care across diverse communities. Previously, Caitlin was a champion of AzCH-CCP’s Arizona Long Term Care (ALTCS) contract, serving individuals who have an age related and/or physical disability and who require nursing facility level of care. As Director of Case Management, she built and operationalized a Case Management Department from the ground up, ensuring respect for each person’s independence, dignity, and unique goals.

Earlier in her career, as an Emergency Department nurse, Caitlin pioneered innovative programs connecting patients to vital clinical supports and wrap-around services. Her global health background includes fieldwork in Guatemala, Ghana, and Uganda and stateside with the International Rescue Committee, strengthening access to care for displaced and marginalized populations. She holds duals master’s degrees in Nursing and Public Health and is a recipient of the Arizona Nurses Association Professional Leadership Award.

She continues to serve her community through Maricopa County Medical Reserve Corp and is honored to serve on Ability360’s board to advocate for inclusive systems of care for all, including people with disabilities.

Todd Lemay is the President and CEO of TerrainHopper USA, LLC. in Tempe. TerrainHopper manufactures and distributes off-road mobility vehicles to those with mobility-related disabilities. Lemay hopes that TerrainHopper restores the ability for people to partake and enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, camping and walking on a beach. In 1992, Lemay moved from Maine to Arizona to attend Arizona State University where he majored in accounting. Following his graduation from ASU, Lemay worked for a large public accounting firm for seven years. He then started a successful firm that offered information technology managed services. After the sale of his firm in 2016, he founded TerrainHopper USA, LLC. Lemay is eager to use his experience as a mobility-impaired person to assist Ability360 in the mission to educate, advocate, and help all people with disabilities.

Barbara Martinez is a native of Phoenix, Arizona. After graduating from Arizona State University, she earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Northern Arizona University. In 2003, she started her career at St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center in Downtown Phoenix. Barbara has dedicated the majority of her 23-year career as a physical therapist to Acute Neuro Rehabilitation, providing care to individuals with a wide range of neurological impairments.

In addition to being a staff physical therapist, she is currently the Spinal Cord Injury Specialty Program Coordinator at Barrow Neuro Rehabilitation Center. Outside of work, Barbara enjoys reading and traveling. Barbara is excited and honored to be a member of the Ability360 Board and looks forward to contributing to its mission and serving the community.