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SCO Family of Services Elects Three Exceptional New Members to Board of Directors

July 19, 2024 / SCO News

Garden City, NY – SCO Family of Services, a leading provider of essential human services for over 125 years, is pleased to announce the appointment of three distinguished business leaders to the SCO Board of Directors: Ted Carlson, Co-Founder & President, Marcum Technology; Corinne Hammons, President & Chief Executive Officer, Little Flower Children & Family Services of New York; and Coleman Skeeter, Senior Vice President and Head of Asset Management, Vanke US. Each new board member brings a unique set of skills and a wealth of experience that will significantly bolster SCO’s mission and impact.

“On behalf of the entire Board, I am delighted to welcome Ted, Corinne, and Coleman to the SCO family,” said Lee Vance, SCO Board Chair. “These accomplished leaders bring deep expertise in their respective fields that will help SCO continue as a leader in the delivery of critical human services.”

Ted Carlson brings an extensive background in technological innovation and strategic management, essential for advancing SCO’s technological infrastructure and service delivery capabilities. Corinne Hammons offers profound insight into human services leadership, with a proven track record in managing large-scale operations and driving impactful community programs. Coleman Skeeter contributes unparalleled expertise in real estate investment and asset management, ensuring strategic financial oversight and sustainable growth for SCO’s resources. More detailed bios of SCO’s new Board Members can be found below.

“We are honored to have Ted, Corinne, and Coleman – exceptional leaders in their respective fields –  join our dedicated Board of Directors,” added Suzette Gordon, SCO President & CEO. “We will benefit enormously from their commitment, skills, and guidance and look forward to working with them to help us advance our mission of helping New Yorkers build a stronger foundation for the future.”

With the addition of these distinguished leaders, SCO Family of Services is poised to continue its legacy of excellence and innovation in human services, ensuring that it meets the evolving needs of the communities it serves.

 Bios:

Ted Carlson is Co-Founder & President of Marcum Technology, a leading-edge technology solutions provider in Melville, NY, that specializes in BCDR, Cyber Security, Telecommunications, Cloud computing, Data Protection, and 24/7 managed services. In addition to his thirty years in the tech profession, Mr. Carlson is responsible for managing the company, formulating and executing long-term strategies, and interacting with clients, employees, partners and other stakeholders. Throughout his career, he has held a wide variety of leadership positions across key parts of the technology industry. Prior to becoming President, he was the Senior Vice President of Sales of Marcum Technology’s Integrated Services Group, which supports clients in Property Management, Banking, Retail, Healthcare, Government, Retail, and the Insurance Industry.

Mr. Carlson is active in professional and civic engagement. He sits on several Technology committees for Silicon Valley startups and provides support to various charities including Saint Jude’s Children’s Hospital, Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC, and Children’s Rescue Mission.

Corinne Hammons is President and Chief Executive Officer of Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York, a human services agency that serves children, families, and adults with developmental disabilities in NYC and Long Island, including its affiliate St. John’s Residence for Boys. She is responsible for implementing the agency’s strategic vision and mission and supporting the agency’s Board of Directors. Ms. Hammons brings over 25 years of experience in the human services sector, with a longstanding interest in the strategic design and implementation of effective programs to help families reach their full potential while ensuring the organization’s long-term success and growth.

Ms. Hammons holds a bachelor’s degree from Harvard University and a master’s degree in Public Administration from the Wagner School of Public Service at New York University. She holds an Executive Certificate in Nonprofit Management from Georgetown University. She volunteers with the Harvard Club of Long Island as an admission interviewer.

Coleman Skeeter is Senior Vice President and Head of Asset Management at Vanke US, where he is at the forefront of strategic decision-making for a multibillion-dollar real estate portfolio.  A visionary business leader with a dynamic career spanning two decades, he has diverse expertise in real estate investment, development, and organizational management. Prior to his role at Vanke US, Mr. Skeeter was Vice President of Investments and Finance at BedRock Real Estate Partners where he played an integral role in establishing the private equity firm’s foundation.

Mr. Skeeter is deeply committed to community enrichment and progressive education and is a Board Member of Compass Charter School. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Morehouse College and holds an MBA from Columbia Business School.

About SCO Family of Services
SCO Family of Services helps New Yorkers build a strong foundation for the future. We get young children off to a good start, launch youth into adulthood, stabilize and strengthen families and unlock potential for children and adults with special needs. SCO has played a vital role delivering human services in communities throughout New York City and Long Island for more than 125 years. For more information, please visit www.sco.org.

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