Our Team
Joyce Bender, President and CEO, Chair
Joyce A. Bender is the founder and CEO of Bender Leadership Academy, a non-profit organization focused on addressing the transition to work for youth and young adults with disabilities. The organization grew out of a request by long-term partners to address the needs of high school students with disabilities entering into the workforce. Starting as a volunteer program in 2000 in the state of DE, Joyce has touched the lives of thousands youth and young adults with disabilities.
Kelly Kuczinski, Chief Financial Officer, Treasurer
Kelly Kuczinski is the Chief Financial Officer for Bender Consulting Services, Inc. She joined Bender in 2002 and has held previous positions in the company such as staff accountant and director, finance and administration before assuming her current role. Her areas of responsibilities include all financial areas, such as payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, and taxes, as well as managing business insurance. Ms. Kuczinski’s efforts also encompass providing support for contracts, grant proposals and new business development initiatives.
Lisa Krause, Secretary
Lisa Krause is an experienced technology leader with a history of delivering large scope and software optimization projects. As Director Project Management Office for EdgeCo Holdings, she oversees the strategy, governance and execution of projects across the IT organization, supporting multiple business lines. EdgeCo Holdings is a financial services firm providing technology solutions and support services to financial intermediaries including full-service retirement plan administration, brokerage, advisory and trust & custody. Prior to her current role, Lisa supported IT projects within the healthcare and finance industries. She built processes and strategy for corporate sustainability in digital accessibility and disability engagement programming. While working with the Highmark Health group of companies, Lisa acted as the Careers2B Program Ambassador, which connected early career talent from the disability community to work opportunities.
