Stacey Smith
President & CEO
Stacey is the founder of PQC, specializing in business transformation and project management. Stacey has proven expertise in Six Sigma, Total Quality Management, and Continuous Improvement for diverse industries and business segments.
Over the last 25 years, her experiences have covered the public and private sectors, defense and aerospace, insurance/finance, human resources, and Information Technology arenas. She spent 21 years working in the military arena for prime contractors Northrop Grumman, Rockwell International and Lockheed Martin.
A Magna Cum Laude graduate from Berry University in Miami, Stacey founded PQC with a credo to “ensure we always add value to our customers, employees and our community.” Stacey has been recognized for improving processes, achieving cost efficiencies, and reducing process deviations for organizations in the public and private sector.
Erin Brady
Project Lead
Erin is our Project Lead for our Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) department. Erin graduated from Ball State University with a degree in accounting. She has been with PQC for over 7 years and has worked directly with our VR programs in both Indiana and Connecticut. She is very dedicated to her work and loves learning new and challenging things. Erin has recently completed the Benefits Information Networking (BIN) certification to be a certified BIN Liaison. With this certification, she is able to help participants receiving federal and state benefits know how to fully utilize their benefits in the working world.
Stephanie joined the PQC team in early 2018 as an Employment Specialist. She was born and raised in Fort Wayne, Ind., and received her associate degree in applied science with a major in criminal justice. Stephanie has personal experience working with people with special needs, and overcoming employment challenges is something she is passionate about. She looks forward to meeting with the VR community and continuing to see the change that comes from helping someone obtain and sustain employment. As the mother of three boys, Stephanie understands how to set priorities and stay on top of her game. She serves participants in Allen County and the surrounding area.
Stephen was born and raised in Marion, Ind., and received his Bachelor of Arts in psychology from Taylor University. His background includes work as a family behavior specialist and an applied behavioral therapist. From Stephen: “I want to work in a field where I not only am capable of completing the job and utilizing my skill set, but will also make a difference and feel fulfilled with my day-to-day job.” In his spare time, Stephen coaches for the swim team at Marion High School and Middle School; he is also certified in CPR.
Kiley is a graduate of Indiana Wesleyan University with a bachelor’s degree in social work; she also holds an associate degree in business administration. Kiley’s inspiration for her work came from a time when she was caring for her ill father. While he was in the hospital, he had a truly exceptional social worker. Seeing the way this worker cared for her father was inspirational and would change her career forever. We are excited to have her on the PQC team and share in her passion for others. Kiley serves participants in Marion, Muncie and the surrounding areas.
Bob is a Pre-ETS Instructor for the PQC team. He earned both his Bachelor of Science in education and his Master of Education in curriculum and instruction from Wright State University. He has been teaching for 20+ years and has primarily worked with high school–age students with and without disabilities. Bob has a passion for teaching, and he looks forward to meeting with the Pre-ETS students and preparing them for success before and after graduation.
Jill supports the PQC team as a Pre-ETS Instructor. She has been a lifelong supporter of educational opportunities for students who face a variety of employment barriers. Jill brings experience working within her community to identify post-education opportunities for employment and knows the diverse demands that will need to be met in order to be successful in the post-high school transition. Jill has a strong desire to challenge and assist individuals in reaching their full academic, personal and social potential. She looks forward to meeting with the Pre-ETS students and preparing them for success before and after graduation.
Tracy joined the PQC team as a Pre-ETS Instructor. She has earned two associate degrees from Indiana Business College. Tracy has been a substitute paraprofessional for the past two years. She has worked in a self-contained room as well as more traditional classroom settings. Some of the things she has taught her students include a variety of life skills and résumé building. Tracy looks forward to meeting with the Pre-ETS students and preparing them for success before and after graduation.
Sarah is a Pre-ETS Instructor for the PQC team. She has recently studied child and family services via Kaplan University. Sarah has worked as a substitute/assistant teacher in several settings, including in special needs classes. She volunteers as a Court-Appointed Special Advocate for children ages 3 to 17. She also works as Direct Care Staff assisting adults with mental disabilities. Sarah looks forward to meeting with the Pre-ETS students and preparing them for success before and after graduation.