Thomas Conforti

Functions as a College/University

Vista Life Innovations, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering adults aged 18 and older with disabilities to achieve personal success, independence, and a sense of belonging. The non-profit company is based in Westbrook, CT. The organization serves individuals living independently across numerous communities and other states, offering a comprehensive continuum of person-centered programs and services tailored to individual needs, including residential programs, long-term support, day services, vocational training, arts and recreational activities, benefits and advocacy, and life skills instruction. Vista provides structured programs such as the vocational staircase for employment readiness and the New Heights program for post-secondary training and day services for neurodiverse adults, focusing on vocational skills, life skills, social development, and community involvement. The organization operates social enterprises providing paid jobs and internships, maintains partnerships with businesses to facilitate employment opportunities, and supports members with individualized counseling and case management. Financial sustainability is supported through fundraising efforts and community events, and Vista maintains active communication channels to engage donors, partners, and the community.

Flintridge Preparatory School is an educational institution that focuses on nurturing middle and high school students through a diverse and inclusive environment. The private company is based in La Cañada, CA. The school emphasizes a strong honor code and values such as kindness, honesty, generosity, and respect, fostering personal growth and community engagement. Flintridge Prep offers a range of programs including STEAM, studies, and performing arts, aimed at developing curious scholars and empathetic leaders. The intended clients are families seeking a supportive and enriching educational experience for their children.

The private company is based in Pasadena, CA. It serves approximately 450 students and offers an academically challenging education within a nurturing and diverse environment, emphasizing character development through the "six pillars of character." The school provides a comprehensive curriculum including English, math (with Singapore math in lower grades), science (with hands-on, experiential learning and STEAM integration), social studies, and Spanish language immersion from kindergarten through eighth grade. Technology is integrated across all grade levels, utilizing Apple devices and a 1:1 laptop program in middle school. Chandler offers programs in athletics, visual and performing arts, and community engagement, supported by experienced faculty. The school maintains strong partnerships among administrators, teachers, parents, and alumni, and supports financial aid and philanthropic giving. The Chandler School is a private, independent K-8 school founded in 1950.

DineEquity, Inc. is a private company based in Glendale, CA. The company was founded in 1958.