Our Team
Our Team
Melody Lucas M.ED., BCBA
Co-Founder & Chief Operations Officer
Melody is a graduate of the University of South Carolina, earning her bachelor’s in Psychology and Master of Early Childhood Education. Melody earned the certification of a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst in 2016, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst in 2021. Melody’s sister, April is the person that set-in motion her passion and inspiration to help families and individuals impacted by disabilities and special needs. April was a Sanifilipo Warrior for over 50 years. Melody’s 28 years of experience in South Carolina’s field of early intervention, includes direct services, supervision, program management, and administration. In Melody’s free time she enjoys the outdoors, spending time with family and friends, and playing with her two precious Whoodles.
Kevin Yacobi
Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Kevin is a graduate of Lander University with a B.S. in Business Administration. He holds several professional certifications within the field of auditing, risk management, and compliance. He retired from the SC Department of Disabilities and Special Needs spending his last 15 years at the agency leading the Internal Audit Division. When not working Kevin enjoys spending time outdoors and appreciates all the natural waterways the Midlands has to offer (kayaking, canoeing, and boating). He also enjoys traveling, domestically and internationally.
Kaitlin Stone
RBT
Kaitlin became a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) upon joining the team in May of 2022. Kaitlin has a passion for working with children and seeing the progress they make. She has many years of experience working with children with autism prior to becoming an RBT. In Kaitlin’s free time, she enjoys the outdoors, cuddling with her dogs, and spending time with her family and friends.