The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) has named Kevin Cassesse its Connecticut chapter executive director.
Cassesse joins APDA with over 14 years of professional experience, including in executive director roles in Connecticut for the Muscular Dystrophy Association and Abilities Without Boundaries. He has a fundraising background and a certification in professional fundraising from Boston University.Â
His volunteer work includes roles with Save a Suit and the Special Olympics, as well as the Down Syndrome Association of Connecticut.Â
The APDA Connecticut chapter is based in Shelton and offers programs and resources to serve the 20,000-plus people with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners living in the state.
