Celebration Company Staff

Amon Johnston is the new Celebration Company Central Coordinator. He was previously a Registered Behavior Technician, working in early childhood development in home services working to impact families in their homes to give families better quality of living. Amon is bringing over 12 years of in the field experience with adults in the ID/DD population.

Prior to joining Celebration Company, Amon was a vocational director for the Village Centers in Kingwood TX, where he developed vocational and life skills programs to help adults find a purpose in their community. He has also worked as a job coach, life skills instructor and educational advocate for families with children and adults in the population in Colorado.  

Amon is excited to bring his experience and passion for this amazing population to the Celebration Company. He looks forward to creating opportunities for adults to bring purpose and a greater quality of life to the ID/IDD population

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Admissions@alexanderjfs.org
713-986-7855

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Christian is the Coordinator at Celebration Company West, where he supports adults with disabilities. He comes from a background in education, behavioral therapy, and small business management. Christian holds a master’s degree in history and spends a lot of his free time reading old books.

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Samara Rosen received her Masters of Fine Arts at Cranbrook Academy of Art studying Fiber Art. Samara has participated in various national and regional art exhibitions, as well as an artist residency at the Craft Alliance in St Louis, Missouri. At Celebration Company, Samara oversees the various art activities and encourages the artists to have a voice of their own. She also coordinates art exhibitions and other partnerships that enables the art at Celebration Company to be seen in the larger public. In her free time, she enjoys sewing lace, making sculptures, and drawing.

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CenterForArt@alexanderjfs.org
(713) 986-7853

Clinton Hedges holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Dartmouth College and a Master of Social Work degree from University of Houston.  Clinton works as a Program Assistant at Celebration Company, supporting adults with intellectual disabilities as they strengthen their job skills and life skills.  He coordinates Celebration Company’s Transitions program, a school break (pre-)vocational program for students with intellectual disabilities.  Clinton particularly enjoys working with participants on strengthening and expanding their culinary skills.

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‍TransitionPrograms@alexanderjfs.org‍‍

(713) 986-7852

Carissa is the Community Outreach Lead and Program Assistant for Celebration Company Central. She works on programs including the PIT Crew, Day Tripper, Nite Owls and Celebrating Independence.

Alejandra began working for Celebration Company West in February 2024 and finds a profound purpose in assisting adults with disabilities. Originally from Oaxaca, Mexico, she is a dedicated mother of two daughters, aged 2 and 8. Her 8-year-old daughter, diagnosed with an intellectual disability and autism, has been a profound source of inspiration. This personal connection to disability motivated Alejandra to pursue a career benefiting children facing similar challenges.

Driven by her desire to create supportive and nurturing environments, Alejandra’s mission is to support those around her and create a world where every person with a disability can thrive and reach their full potential.

CCWest2@alexanderjfs.org

Tanesha is the Internship Coordinator and Program Assistant, bringing over a decade of experience in the Customer Service industry. Passionate about helping others achieve their goals, she is currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Social Work. Her five years with Fort Bend ISD deepened her understanding of the crucial need for social workers, reinforcing her dedication to making a positive impact in the community.

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programassistant@alexanderjfs.org

Lois Sanford (she/her) is a Houston native who lives with two very big and friendly dogs. She greatly enjoys baking, cooking, cosplay and participating in geek culture, makeup, DIY fashion, and all things spooky; she also never seems to have enough room for her ever-growing scented candle and homemade perfume collection. Since she was young, she’s loved live music and live theater, and that love grows with each performance she attends.

Lois has been working in Disability Services for 7 years; she started as a personal caregiver in the summer of 2018, and her time helping her clients has greatly informed her approach to all she provides services to. After volunteering at Celebration Company West, she accepted the position of Volunteer Coordinator at Celebration Company Central in 2024. This position fulfils her desire to step into a leadership team role while also allowing her to continue to serve the disabled community in her hometown.

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Integrity became a part of Joan and Stanford Alexander Celebration Company West in June 2024 as a Certified Nurse’s Assistant. A proud graduate of The University of Houston (Go COOGS!), she brings over 15 years of experience in healthcare. Originally from Fort Ord, California, Integrity has made Houston her home for more than 25 years. She is the proud mother of four and lives by the motto, "Be the change you wish to see."

‍‍‍CCWest3@alexanderjfs.org

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Carol Silverman is a dedicated Program Assistant at Celebration Company, where she has been a valued team member for the past decade. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, Carol's passion for education and empowerment has been a consistent thread throughout her career.

Before joining Celebration Company, Carol taught early childhood education, a role in which she made a significant impact on the lives of young learners. Her transition to Celebration Company allowed her to continue her mission of fostering growth and development, this time focusing on helping adults feel empowered by their accomplishments.

Carol is a proud mother of three wonderful adult children and a doting grandmother to four grandchildren. Her family is a central part of her life, and she cherishes every moment spent with them.

Carol's dedication to helping others, combined with her nurturing spirit and love for her family, makes her a cherished member of both her professional and personal communities.

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CCWest1@alexanderjfs.org‍

(713) 986-7854

Kaily previously worked as a Registered Behavior Technician, supporting children and families in meaningful ways and deepening her passion for the field. Kaily brings a strengths-based approach to her work and values building genuine connections with those around her. She is currently pursuing her degree in Social Work with a minor in Psychology at Eastern Kentucky University, developing a strong foundation in human behavior, advocacy, and social policy.

Kaily looks forward to growing alongside the team at Celebration Company West and continuing to expand her knowledge and skills. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, spending time with friends and family, and hanging out with her dog, Spooky.

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Daniel serves as the Shuttle Drive and Retail Associate for The Center for Art & Photography. In this role, he transports Alexander JFS employees from the Congregation Beth Yeshurun parking lot to the on-site Alexander JFS location. When not operating the shuttle, Daniel coordinates purchases and manages inventory at the Celebration Company Central store.

Daniel holds a Bachelor’s degree in Visual Communications from Reichman University in Herzliya, Israel. Before joining JFS, he worked as a Digital Editor in Israel for three years. Daniel is known for his dedication and tireless work ethic, always eager to assist in any way he can.

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Nick is entering his second year as a Program Assistant at Celebration Company. His responsibilities include job coaching, Baking Buddies assistant, assistant to the bus driver, and most recently, bus driver. Nick received his Associate of Arts degree from Schreiner University, Kerrville, Texas, in 2019. A native of Houston, he graduated from Lutheran High North where he lettered in Cross Country, Track and Field, and Basketball. He also played alto saxophone in the marching band. While in high school he participated in extensive foreign travel.

Nick has had a lifetime passion for sports and fitness and acquired his credentials as a Certified Personal Trainer. He worked for LA Fitness as a trainer and staffed the front desk. From a very young age, he trained in gymnastics and tumbling and later worked as a coach for summer gymnastics programs. While in high school he trained with basketball great, John Lucas, and Baylor Hall-of-Famer, Larry Gatewood. He enthusiastically supports all Houston area college and professional sports teams.

Nick is pleased to contribute as team member of Celebration Company.

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David has been a dedicated employee at Alexander JFS for approximately two years. In his versatile role, he supports the staff by running errands, driving employees to their internships, operating the bus, performing handyman tasks, and assisting with art projects.

In his free time, David enjoys practicing martial arts, working out at the gym, and doing yoga. He also engages in light crafts, attends Shul on Saturdays, and plays bass guitar at church on Sundays. David's diverse interests and commitment to helping others make him a valued member of the team.