Larry Wanger, Executive Director
Larry Wanger serves as the Executive Director of the Dayle McIntosh Center. He began working in the Independent Living Community in 1997 and has a rich history of community service. Larry has held a variety of positions at three independent living centers and a State Independent Living Council. He has worked extensively in the area of community organizing on issues ranging from access and expansion of public transportation to disability rights.
The Executive Director oversees the daily operation of the center, implements governing policies, monitors compliance with all grants and contracts, represents DMC in the community, selects staff that has the right technical and personal abilities to help further the center’s mission, ensures that the programs and services offered by the center contribute to the mission and priorities of the organization, plans and engages in resource development, and administers the funds of the center according to the approved budget.
Lani Daly, Public Relations Administrator
Lani Daly has been at Dayle McIntosh Center since December of 2014. A graduate of the University of Southern California, she holds a Master’s degree in Social Work with an emphasis on community organizing and public administration.
Ms. Daly promotes the visibility of the center in the community, produces marketing materials, and assists with the preparation of proposals, reports, and other official documentation. She also provides administrative support to the Executive Director, acts as staff liaison to the governing board, and works with the Board and Director to plan and coordinate special events and other fundraising activities.
Brittany Zazueta, Program Manager
Brittany Zazueta is the Program Manager of Core Services. She is a graduate of Cal State San Bernardino and has a background in child welfare and youth services.
Ms. Zazueta provides leadership for the youth transition program including staff supervision, program planning, implementation and evaluation. She supervises all Independent Living Instructors not in the Aging with Vision Loss program and oversees the Interpreting Services Department.
Miguel Escarzaga, Data Information System Administrator
The Data Information Systems Administrator is Miguel Escarzaga. He has held this position for over ten years. Miguel has a Bachelor’s Degree from California State University, Long Beach, in Management Information Systems.
The Data Information Technology Administrator installs and maintains computer hardware, software and networks, provides training on new technology and recommends needed equipment and devices, monitors the intra-net and data back-up system, addresses IT issues and malfunctions, and conducts research to identify potential upgrades and/or more cost-effective technology options.
Diane Dunn, Accounting Manager
Diane Dunn is the Accounting Manager at DMC. She is a graduate from Cal State Fullerton and has held accounting positions in both the business and nonprofit sectors.
The Accounting Manager oversees the fiscal functions of the organization, maintains fund accounts and agency financial records, submits reimbursement requests for all grants and contracts, prepares and monitors agency and program budgets, facilitates audits, and develops comprehensive monthly financial statements for review by the Director and governing board.
Socorro Arroyo-Merchain, Program Manager
Socorro Arroyo-Merchain is the Program Manager of Aging with Vision Loss (AVL) and Assistive Technology (AT). She has worked in the nonprofit field for over 13 years and has been key in the development and expansion of the AVL program. She also serves as an English/Spanish interpreter when a Spanish speaking person contacts DMC for assistance.
Ms. Arroyo-Merchain provides staff supervision, develops annual program goals and objectives in specific service areas, monitors program performance, prepares required progress reports, and pursues networking and collaboration opportunities to strengthen and expand the scope of services.
Heather Foust, Program Manager
Heather Foust is the Manager of Sign Language Interpreting Services. Heather completed her interpreting internship at DMC in 2015 and returned as a manager in 2019. She has a bachelor’s degree in Sign Language Interpreting from Bethel University and holds national certification from RID.
Heather oversees interpreting services staff, recruits potential interpreters for the DMC registry, coordinates interpreter skill evaluations, conducts outreach to market the program to the business community, performs other related administrative duties, and acts as the onsite Manager of the DMC South County office.
Bruce Morgan, Operations Manager
Bruce Morgan is the Operations Manager at DMC. He has a background as an EMT/firefighter, has worked at NOAA, and was also supervisor of a supportive employment program for adults with intellectual disabilities.
Mr. Morgan prepares and oversees implementation of safety policies, procedures, and plans; monitors and maintains facility and equipment leasing, use, repairs and upgrades; provides oversight for the nursing home Transition Program, and serves as DMC representative relevant to emergency preparedness and response.
