Who We Are

Founded by parents of children with autism, Breakthrough Corporation, a non-profit agency, is changing the way autism services are provided in Tennessee.

Oak Ridge Today 2019: 13th Annual Run for Autism supports autism breakthrough 

WBIR 2016:Autism Breakthrough of Knoxville allows adults to live independent lives

Woman with Autism plays Crucial Role at UT Medical Center

Autism Breakthrough of Knoxville offers safe space, development

Autism Acceptance Month: Retired UT professor helps those living on the spectrum embrace themselves

Kendrise Colebrooke
Executive Director

Jess Vincil
Quality Assurance & Operations Compliance Administrator

Cindy Galler
Financial Controller

Deana Ruthorford
Recreational Therapist

Donna Flanery
Community Services Administrator

Vania Beavers
Health and Individual Rights Coordinator

Lee Ann Brabson
Community Employment Coordinator

Mya Vang
HR Benefits & Staffing Coordinator

Bethany Schloicka
Billing & Financial Coordinator

Danny Matthews
Training and Compliance Coordinator

Dylan Slemp
PR & Marketing Specialist

Ana Karnes
ECF Coordinator

Additional Staff

Office Administrative Assistant: K.C. Taylor Green
BEST Coordinator: Lori Stephens
Accountant: Danterrius Bray
Billing Assistant: Audrey Henderson
Community Integration Scheduler: Rachel Ogle
Case Manager: Shelby Dyer
ECF Case Manager: Cyndi Brady
Lead Case Manager: Catherine Dubov
Project SEARCH Instructor Coordinator: IB Goins-Hopper
Community Integration Managers: Wilson Kariuki, Marlena Taylor

Board of Directors