Ben developed his expertise in-home and community-based services through education, experience, and hard work. After obtaining his bachelor’s degree from the University of Virginia, Ben successfully completed two years of Peace Corps service in Tonga and went on to receive a master’s degree in health administration. Starting out at Consumer Direct Care Network as a caregiver in 2004, Ben quickly applied his compassion for people and interest in business efficiencies to roles across the company including human resources and program management. Six years after being named CEO, Ben remains committed to ensuring all individuals have choice and control over the lives they lead. Ben has recently been invited to join the Administration for Community Living as a RAISE Family Caregiving Advisory Council member. 

Having worked his way up from an entry-level caregiver to president and CEO of Consumer Direct Care Network, Ben has a comprehensive understanding of service provision that is rare in today’s healthcare industry. In 2006, Ben served as manager of Consumer Direct Care Network’s program in Arizona, then returned to Consumer Direct Care Network’s Missoula headquarters in 2009 to be vice president and eventually president and CEO. Ben’s international, executive, and practical field experience has helped Consumer Direct Care Network thrive as today’s self-direction services industry leader. 

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Beth joined Consumer Direct in 2010 as a program manager, and has since managed the operational implementations of several new state programs along with ongoing supervision of operations in 16 states and across 20 service companies. She began her career working to improve the care of individuals with a developmental disability. She has more than 15 years’ experience managing financial management and supports broker services. She is a certified trainer for person-centered planning. Her FMS experience includes management of service delivery, billing, accounts payable, and payroll. Beth received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from College of St. Benedict and advanced studies from St. Catherine University. 

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Jack is the Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Consumer Direct Care Network. In this role, he oversees network infrastructure, computer resources, information security and application development. He supports efficiency and growth with his expertise in process improvement, infrastructure, and software environments. Jack’s key contributions reach beyond his enterprise innovation and oversight. As an accomplished IT executive with years of experience leading teams, his thoughtful communication builds trust with coworkers and clients. Jack joined the Consumer Direct Care Network team with his wealth of experience and depth of knowledge to continue the improvement of our systems. Jack is a Certified Project Manager and received his bachelor’s degree in finance with a minor in computer science from Oregon State University. 

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Daryl joined Consumer Direct Care Network in 2003 as a systems director and devoted himself to improving company-wide accounting, payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, data entry, information technology and cash management processes. In 2013 he became the company’s Chief Analytics Officer, then in 2016 was named Chief Financial Officer. Prior to joining Consumer Direct Care Network, Daryl worked as a controller of St. Patrick Hospital in Missoula for seven years, and as an accounting manager for Alexander & Alexander of Texas for five years. Daryl concurrently earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a bachelor of science in computer science from the University of Montana. Daryl is certified as both a public accountant and a management accountant. 

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Jeff is the Chief Technology Officer at Consumer Direct Care Network. Previously, he led our information technology initiatives, after joining Consumer Direct Care Network in 2012. He came to us with 30 years of IT consulting, service delivery, and management experience. Prior to joining us, Jeff was a senior manager at Microsoft’s consulting services organization. In that role, Jeff led major technology initiatives for Microsoft’s enterprise customers across the U.S. Jeff’s experience also includes six years with KPMG Peat Marwick where he was a manager in the Government Services Practice that focused on planning, development, and implementation of Medicaid Management Information Systems (MMIS) for state Medicaid agencies. Jeff received his master’s degree in business administration from Arizona State University and his bachelor’s degree from the University of Montana. His professional certifications include Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS), and Certified Professional (MCP). Jeff also holds a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute. 

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2019 marks Mickey Ogg’s 12th year at Consumer Direct Care Network. He joined Consumer Direct Care Network shortly after obtaining his master’s in business administration from the University of Montana. Mickey started out developing business plans and implementing document management systems as a special projects coordinator in 2007. As a result of Mickey’s quick and thorough mastery of project implementation, he advanced to Quality Improvement Manager in 2009 and joined the executive team in 2014. Since becoming CDO, Mickey has overseen implementation of our Colorado, Delaware, Michigan, Virginia, and Washington D.C. programs, the integration of AllCare in Texas, and has successfully directed us through our first company-wide rebranding initiative. 

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