The Arc of Opportunity Appoints Ryan Ribeiro-Rodriguez as New President and Chief Executive Officer
The Board of Directors of The Arc of Opportunity is pleased to announce the appointment of Ryan Ribeiro-Rodriguez as its next president and Chief Executive Officer beginning March 16, 2026, following a comprehensive and highly competitive national search.The search attracted more than 60 applicants and included a rigorous, multi-stage review process. Sixteen candidates advanced for further consideration, nine were shortlisted, and six finalists participated in three rounds of progressive
Longtime leader of The Arc of Opportunity to retire
ByMica Kanner-Mascolo Worcester Business Journal September 29, 2025 Sixteen years after joining The Arc of Opportunity in North Central Massachusetts as its president and CEO, Mary Heafy plans to retire from the Fitchburg-based nonprofit next year. Throughout her tenure, Heafy has led The Arc through major fiscal and structural milestones that have changed the configuration of the organization, she said. The Arc provides programs and services for those with intellectual and developmental
