Corporate Staff
Anthony Dill
Executive Director
- Has been with the agency since May 1997.
- Anthony is a licensed social worker and graduated from Capital University at Columbus, OH.
- Prior to being employed by Benchmark Family Services, Anthony served 8 years in the United States Army as an EMT.
Cassandra Lloyd
Director of Training
- Has been employed with Benchmark since October 2022, starting as a Quality Assurance Specialist.
- Prior to working at Benchmark, Cassandra served as the Office Manager for Building Blocks Social Services.
- She graduated from Wright State University, holding a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management (2012) and a Master of Education in Student Affairs in Higher Education – Administration (2015).
- She became the Director of Training in April 2023.
- As Director of Training, Cassandra is driven by a genuine passion for learning and growth. She is dedicated to developing and implementing effective training programs that empower individuals at Benchmark to make a positive impact on the lives of foster children and foster parents. Cassandra thrives in collaborative environments, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and inspiring others to reach their full potential.
Teresa Knisley
Program Administrator
- Has been with the agency since 1996.
- Graduated from The Ohio State University with her Degree in Social Work.
- She is a Licensed Social Worker.
- In addition to working with Benchmark, her professional history has included working at the Department of Children Services and with Juvenile Court.
Mikaela Lovitt
Director of Operations
- Mikaela Lovitt has been employed with Benchmark Family Services since 2014.
- Mikaela graduated from University of the Cumberlands in 2012 where she was awarded a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration.
- She began her journey with Benchmark Family Services as a Therapeutic Support Specialist in the Corbin, KY office until she became a Therapeutic Support Specialist Supervisor in 2015.
- In 2018, an office was opened in her hometown of London, KY where she became Regional Director.
- In February 2021, Mikaela transitioned to the role of Director of Strategy and Development for Kentucky.
- She joined the corporate staff in October 2022, as the Director of Operations.
Indiana
Tom Pechous
State Program Director
- Tom has been with Benchmark since 2001
- He graduated from Bethany College with a degree in social work and is certified as a licensed social worker
- He has worked as a Case Manager, Licensing Specialist, Trainer, Supervisor, Regional Director, and State Director
- Before joining Benchmark Tom spent five years developing and leading a community support team that assisted at risk children
Matt Oswald
State Program Director
- Matt Oswald has been with Benchmark Family Services since 2014.
- Matt became part of our Program Support team in September, 2015 to help maintain quality and to develop processes which assist our staff in efficiency and compliance.
- He is a graduate of Central Michigan University, where he earned his Bachelor of Education.
Kentucky
Sharon Scrivner
State Program Director, Kentucky
- She has worked for Benchmark Family Services since 2005
- Sharon graduated from Eastern Kentucky University with a degree in Psychology
- She has worked in the social service field for over 15 years
- Sharon worked for the Department of Community Based Services in Nicholasville, KY for 3 years before joining the team at Benchmark Family Services
Angela Johnston
State Program Director
- Has been with the agency since 2009.
- She provided Case Management services in the Lexington Kentucky office until assuming quality assurance responsibilities in 2011 to ensure maintenance of standards for our CARF accreditation.
- Angela became part of our Program Support team in December 2012 with focus on quality and processes in our Kentucky offices.
- She received her Bachelor’s degree in Family Studies from the University of Kentucky in 2008.
Danica Kidd
Program Support Specialist
- Started with the agency in 2007, in Berea, KY, as a case manager until 2011.
- Danica obtained her Bachelor of Science in Education from Eastern Kentucky University in 2005.
- Became a TSS Supervisor for the Berea, KY office in November 2014.
- In October of 2016, Danica joined the Program Support Team and is currently working out of the Berea, KY Regional Office providing support and assistance to Benchmark’s Kentucky offices.
- Danica’s job responsibilities include internal monitoring of offices, training staff, and ensuring quality and processes are maintained to provide the best services for our families and youth.
Advisory Board
Eli Williams
Advisory Board Member
- Eli is President/CEO of Urban Light Ministries.
- He has designed innovative programs which strengthen and support parents and especially fathers who are at risk for family relationship failure.
- He is recognized as an authority in the area of fatherhood, authoring the book on the subject “Father Love-The Powerful Resource Every Child Needs”.
H. Anthony Stephens
Advisory Board Member
- Bishop H. Anthony Stephens is the pastor of Abundant Life Apostolic Church in Cincinnati, Ohio.
- He served several years as corporate board President of Benchmark Family Services.
- His experience includes work in juvenile probation and residential care for youth as a state administrator.
Mark A. McMillian
Advisory Board Member
- Mark has over 25 years of experience in various human service capacities.
- He is currently the Principal of the McMillian Group, LLC: Human Resources Training and Development Consultants.
- Mark is a highly valued friend and consultant to Benchmark Family Services.
Ralph Williams
Advisory Board Member
- Ralph is currently Executive Director of Christ’s Community in College Hill, Cincinnati.
- Ralph has been recognized internationally for his innovative program development in the Juvenile Justice field.
- He has previously served on the Benchmark Family Services Board of Directors.
Raymond Lloyd
Advisory Board Member
- Raymond has over 40 years of experience working in the Child and Family Services Field.
- As a training consultant to human services organizations, Raymond has trained for Benchmark on several occasions.
Todd O’Neal
Advisory Board Member
- Reverend O’Neal has dedicated his life to enhancing the lives of youth and adults through music.
- He has worked extensively with the Department of Correction, training and encouraging inmates.
- Rev. O’Neal has enthusiastically supported Benchmark and its mission for many years.
Wade Thomas
Advisory Board Member
- Wade has several years of experience working in the therapeutic foster care field.
- Wade has frequently provided Benchmark Family Services with valuable and timely consultation.